JONESBORO — Tisha Boyd, an English Speakers of Other Languages teacher at Charles R. Drew High School, has been selected as one of 20 teachers to participate in the 2023-24 Georgia Department of Education Teacher Policy Fellowship.
According to the GaDOE, the Teacher Policy Fellowship is a unique nine-month professional learning opportunity designed to introduce classroom teachers to public education policy and policy-making.
The fellowship uses a blended virtual and face-to-face learning approach so fellows can continue teaching in their classrooms while participating in the program. Throughout the program, fellows will gain knowledge and information on policy design and implementation at the state level.
“We are very proud of Ms. Boyd for earning her well-deserved selection to the prestigious fellowship of influential educators,” said Anthony W. Smith, CCPS Superintendent/CEO of Schools. “I believe her participation in the opportunity will undoubtedly have a positive impact on educational policy and policy-making at the state level.”
Through participating in the 2023-2024 Teacher Policy Fellowship, Boyd and other selected teachers will participate in a variety of conversations, seminars, and projects to broaden their understanding of the stakeholders involved in policymaking and examine the landscape in which leaders craft education policy.
They will also hear from policy-makers, legislators, decision-makers, and experts from GaDOE and other public education policy agencies, and will use evidence-based research to create a policy proposal that policymakers could implement.
“This fellowship not only celebrates Ms. Boyd’s dedication to excellence but also highlights Clayton County’s commitment to shaping the future of education,” Smith said. “We look forward to witnessing the transformative influence she will bring to…
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