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Justin D. Hill, Ed.S.Associate Superintendent Whole Child Supports & Strategic Partnershipsjuhill@doe.k12.ga.us(404) 567-0728 Contact us at :wholechild@doe.k12.ga.us
Ready Georgia School Recognition
In order to foster a culture of safety preparedness in Georgia schools, the Georgia Department of Education has partnered with the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency to recognize an individual school's efforts to safeguard their children, faculty, and staff. Individual schools wishing to receive a Ready Georgia Seal of Preparedness must meet certain criteria and can apply here. The application is now open and will remain open through November 15, 2023. Learn more here.
School Security Grants
Governor Kemp, with the support of the General Assembly, has provided $115,700,000 for school security grants in the Amended FY2023 budget (HB 18). The funds will provide $50,000 for each active public school to address safety and security needs. Learn more here.
Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is an evidence-based, data-driven framework proven to reduce disciplinary incidents, increase a school’s sense of safety and support improved academic outcomes.More information about PBIS can be found here: PBIS.
School Climate
We recognize that students learn best in schools with positive climates, where people are engaged and respected. Simply put, if a child is not physically and mentally in attendance, learning cannot take place. To learn more about the importance of school climate and evidence-based solutions (e.g. PBIS) to improve climate please visit: School Climate.
Mental Health and Wellbeing
School Social Work
Suicide Prevention
Mental Health
Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs
Gang Awareness
Human Trafficking
Child Abuse and Child Protection
Impact of Trauma on Students in Foster Care (HB 855)
Integrated Wellness
School Nursing
Staff Wellness
School-Based Health Centers
Health Barriers to Learning and Development (HBLD)
School Safety
School Safety Resource Center
Georgia Center for School Safety
School Safety Plan Guide
School Safety Plan Template
School Safety Hotline
Student Discipline
Bullying Prevention Toolkit
Unsafe School Choice Option (USCO)
Georgia's Tiered System of Supports for Students
Wraparound Support Services
Whole Child Model School Certification
Georgia Student Health Survey (GSHS)
GSHS Survey Results
Whole Child Toolkit
School Nursing
Communicable Diseases
Immunizations
Asthma Resources
SB 126 Update
Georgia Department of Education