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Mighty Showmanship

Updated: Jan 28, 2025

Mighty Showmanship at the Georgia Jr. National Livestock Show


Feb. 19, 2025, Georgia National Fairgrounds, Perry, Ga.

Information about the Event
Information about the Event

Students with special needs have the chance to exhibit pigs.

Mighty Showmanship is available for students in grades 3-12 with physical or intellectual disabilities. Students must arrive at the Georgia National Fairgrounds in the New South Arena on Wednesday, February 19th, between 4:00 and 4:30 pm.

For further questions, contact Addy Winchester at 478-867-9809 

To register students for participation, use the link below.






 

A Heart of Gratitude




A teacher is more than merely an educator. They dedicate numerous hours to preparing lessons, analyzing data, mastering strategies to enhance student learning, and constantly participating in professional learning to refine their teaching methods. Teachers exceed the role of an educator. They act as mentors, parents, social service workers, motivators, and performers. A teacher provides comfort, wipes away the tears of distressed children, and is attentive to the physical needs of children who might be unwell. This Thanksgiving, East Central GLRS is grateful to all the teachers, support staff, and administrators who go above and beyond daily to meet the needs of all children. Thank you for your service and dedication to students in the Heart of Georgia Region! You are appreciated!

 

November is Family Engagement Month

Each student and each family is important. November 21, 2024, has been declared as Family Engagement Day in Georgia by Governor Brian Kemp.

Studies show that when families are involved in schools, it leads to positive impacts on students, such as enhanced academic performance, reduced disciplinary problems, better relationships between parents and teachers, and a more favorable school atmosphere (Henderson & Mapp, 2002).


Teachers have numerous methods to connect with the families of their students. Employing positive communication is a key approach to establish strong school-family relationships. When a student demonstrates exceptional behavior or puts in extra effort on assignments, it is beneficial to inform their parents through a phone call or by sending a positive message home. Another effective engagement tactic is to communicate through regular newsletters, whether weekly or monthly, to keep families informed about classroom events and chances for volunteering.


The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act guarantees that families of students with disabilities can engage meaningfully in the educational journey. Educators who establish positive connections with parents of children with disabilities are paving the way for their students' success. Viewing parents as genuine collaborators meets the legal requirements and embodies the law's essence.


Teachers play a crucial role in fostering a supportive atmosphere that encourages parents to actively engage in the educational journey. Anne T. Henderson and others, featured in the IRIS Center's Perspectives & Resources module on Building Positive Relationships, offer insights and strategies emphasizing the significance of teachers and schools in establishing a friendly setting, appreciating students' strengths, nurturing trust, and respecting parents as primary decision-makers. Through various categories in the building positive relationships module, the IRIS Center equips educators with resources and guidance to effectively involve families in enhancing outcomes for students with disabilities. Explore the links below for more information on promoting family engagement.


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