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State Services and Resources Other State Resource State Arts Agency State Child Care Licensing Office State Coordinator for National History Day State Director of Children with Special Health Needs State Director of Community Colleges State Director of Maternal and Child Health State Education Agency (State Department of Education) State Guaranty Agency State Higher Education Agency State Humanities Council State Library Agency State Parent Training and Information Center (Disabilities) State Vocational Rehabilitation Agency U.S. Department of Education Sponsored State & Regional Services and Resources Comprehensive Regional Assistance Center Eisenhower Regional Mathematics and Science Consortium Equity Assistance Center Parent Resource Center Regional Educational Laboratory Regional Resource Center Regional Technology Consortia Program Secretary's Regional Representative and Regional Office State Coordinator of Education for Homeless Children and Youth State Director of Adult Education State Director of Special Education State Director of Vocational-Technical Education State Literacy Resource Center State Tech Prep Coordinator Other State Resource  American Humanics Dr. Kala Stroup, President Contact: Dr. Barbara Keener, Vice President for Academic Partnerships 4601 Madison Avenue Kansas City, MO 64112 Phone: (816) 561-6415 Toll-Free: (800) 343-6466 Fax: (816) 531-3527 Email: info@humanics.org Website: http://www.humanics.org/ Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia Dr. Thomas C. Meredith, Chancellor Contact: Dr. Cathie Mayes Hudson, Associate Vice Chancellor for Strategic Research a 270 Washington Street, SW Atlanta, GA 30334 Phone: (404) 656-2213 Fax: (404) 657-4130 Email: cathie.mayes.hudson@usg.edu Website: http://www.usg.edu/ Georgia League of Professional Schools Lew Allen, Codirector University of Georgia G7 Aderhold Hall Athens, GA 30602 Phone: (706) 542-2516 Toll-Free: (800) 578-2516 Toll-Free Restrictions: GA residents only Fax: (706) 542-2502 Email: lewallen@arches.uga.edu Website: http://www.coe.uga.edu/lps/ Georgia Youth Science and Technology Centers, Inc. Brenda J. Simmons, President and CEO Contact: Tina Knight, Chief Operating Officer 1100 South Marietta Parkway Marietta, GA 30060-2896 Phone: (770) 528-4978 Fax: (770) 528-4980 Email: bsimmons@spsu.edu or tknight@spsu.edu Website: http://www.spsu.edu/gystc/ State Arts Agency Promote high-quality education in the arts. Georgia Council for the Arts Ann Treadwell, Executive Director Contact: Della Jones, Director, Arts in Education Suite 401 260 14th Street Atlanta, GA 30318-5360 Phone: (404) 685-2787 Fax: (404) 685-2788 TTY: (404) 685-2799 Email: djones@gaarts.org Website: http://www.gaarts.org/ State Child Care Licensing Office Regulates the health, safety, and well-being of children in out-of-home care; provides support and quality control services to child care providers. Child Care Licensing Office (Georgia) Kathy Wilcox, Acting Director Suite 32.458 Two Peachtree Street, NW Atlanta, GA 30303-3142 Phone: (404) 657-5562 Fax: (404) 657-8936 Email: mapalli@dhr.state.ga.us Website: http://www2.state.ga.us/departments/dhr/ors/orsccl.htm State Coordinator for National History Day Provides history teachers with an innovative teaching tool; assists teachers and schools in meeting educational standards that require outcome-based learning activities; encourages the study of history by guiding students to express themselves creatively through presentations of historical topics and materials in a variety of formats; stimulates student interest in learning about history by integrating the materials and methods of social studies, art, literature, language and music into their entries; supports the development of research and reading skills and the refinement of presentation skills in writing, visual projects, and performances. National History Day Program (Georgia) Laura Thomson McCarty, State Coordinator Georgia Humanities Council Suite 1565 50 Hurt Plaza, SE Atlanta, GA 30306-2930 Phone: (404) 523-6220, Ext. 11 Fax: (404) 523-5702 Email: ltmc@georgiahumanities.org Website: http://www.georgiahumanities.org/projects/history/index.html State Director of Children with Special Health Needs Addresses issues related to innovative managed care arrangements, Medicaid managed care, policies, access to care, epidemiology of chronic childhood conditions, and the identification of children with special health care needs. Children with Special Needs (Georgia) Kathleen Toomey State Department of Health and Human Resources Division of Public Health Two Peachtree Street, NW, Room 11-206 Atlanta, GA 30303-3186 Phone: (404) 657-2726 Toll-Free: (888) 651-8224 Fax: (404) 657-2763 Email: gdphinfo@dhr.state.ga.us Website: http://www.ph.dhr.state.ga.us/programs/specialneeds/ State Director of Community Colleges Exchanges information on issues, trends, and projects, including state and federal legislation as well as finances relating to community colleges; shares data from the state and national levels to provide a perspective on community colleges; promotes research and legislation at the national level in concert with the American Association of Community Colleges; provides programs of assistance to members. Department of Technical and Adult Education (Georgia) Kenneth H. Breeden, Commissioner Suite 400 1800 Century Place, NE Atlanta, GA 30345-4304 Phone: (404) 679-1600 Fax: (404) 679-1610 Email: Kbreeden@dtae.org Website: http://www.dtae.org/ State Director of Maternal and Child Health Provides leadership, partnerships, and resources to advance the health of all our states' mothers, infants, children, and adolescents. Maternal and Child Health (Georgia) Rosalyn Bacon State Department of Human Resources Family Health Branch Two Peachtree Street, NW, 11-1575 Atlanta, GA 30303 Phone: (404) 657-2850 Fax: (404) 657-7307 Email: gdphinfo@dhr.state.ga.us Website: http://www.ph.dhr.state.ga.us/ State Education Agency (State Department of Education) Provide information, resources, and technical assistance on educational matters to the schools and the residents. Georgia Department of Education Kathy Cox, State Superintendent 2054 Twin Towers East 205 Jesse Hill Jr. Drive, SE Atlanta, GA 30334-5001 Phone: (404) 656-2800 Toll-Free: (800) 311-3627 Toll-Free Restrictions: GA residents only Fax: (404) 651-6867 Email: state.superintendent@doe.k12.ga.us Website: http://www.doe.k12.ga.us/index.asp State Guaranty Agency Private, non-profit corporations designated to administer the Federal Family Education Loan Program (FFELP). Georgia Higher Education Assistance Corporation Ruth Vincent Suite 220 2082 East Exchange Place Tucker, GA 30084 Phone: (770) 724-9130 Toll-Free: (800) 505-GSFC (4732) Fax: (770) 724-9131 Email: gheacweb@gsfc.org Website: http://www.gsfc.org/ State Higher Education Agency Provide information on the state's education programs, colleges and universities, financial aid assistance programs, grants, scholarships, continuing education programs, and career opportunities. Georgia Student Finance Commission Shelly C. Nickel Contact: Shirlene Mitchell, Senior Administrative Assistant State Loans Division Suite 230 2082 East Exchange Place Tucker, GA 30084 Phone: (770) 724-9000 Toll-Free: (800) 505-4732 Fax: (770) 724-9263 Email: info@mail.gsfc.org Website: http://www.gsfc.org/ State Humanities Council Funds and conducts humanities-based cultural and educational programs. Humanities Council (Georgia) Jamil Zainaldin, Executive Director Contact: Laura McCarty, Vice President Suite 595 50 Hurt Plaza, S.E. Atlanta, GA 30303-2915 Phone: (404) 523-6220 Fax: (404) 523-5702 Email: jz@georgiahumanities.org or ltmc@georgiahumanities.org Website: http://www.georgiahumanities.org/ State Library Agency Assists libraries and each state's residents with rapid access to library and informational resources through the development and coordination of a statewide library/information system. Georgia Public Library Service Dr. J. Lamar Veatch Jr., State Librarian Suite 150 1800 Century Place, NE Atlanta, GA 30345-4304 Phone: (404) 982-3560 Fax: (404) 982-3563 Website: http://www.georgialibraries.org/ State Parent Training and Information Center (Disabilities) Provide training and information to parents of infants, toddlers, children, and youth with disabilities and to people who work with parents to enable them to participate more fully and effectively with professionals in meeting the educational needs of their children with disabilities. Parents Educating Parents and Professionals (Georgia) Linda Shepard, Executive Director Contact: Kevin Claussen, Project Coordinators Suite B 8957 Highway 5 Douglasville, GA 30134 Phone: (770) 577-7771 Toll-Free: (800) 322-7065 Toll-Free Restrictions: GA residents only Fax: (770) 577-7774 Email: peppac@peppac.org Website: http://www.peppac.org/ State Vocational Rehabilitation Agency Coordinates and provides counseling, evaluation, and job placement services for people with disabilities. Department of Labor/Rehabilitation Services (Georgia) Michael Thurmond, Commisoner Contact: Larry Beck, Acting Assistant Commissioner Suite 510, Sussex Place 148 Andrew Young International Boulevard, NE Atlanta, GA 30303-1757 Phone: (404) 232-3910 TTY: (404) 232-3911 Email: rehab@dol.state.ga.us or larry.beck@dol.state.ga.us Website: http://www.vocrehabga.org/ Comprehensive Regional Assistance Center Help states, school districts, and schools meet the needs of children, including: children in high poverty areas, migratory children, immigrant children, children with limited-English proficiency, neglected or delinquent children, homeless children and youth, Indian children, children with disabilities, and, where applicable, Native Alaskan and Hawaiian children. Focus on two priorities: assisting Title I schoolwide programs and helping local education agencies that have the highest percentages or numbers of children in poverty. Southeast Comprehensive Technical Assistance Center Marie Kaigler Southwest Educational Development Laboratory Suite 430 3330 North Causeway Boulevard Metairie, LA 70002 Phone: (504) 838-6861 Toll-Free: (800) 644-8671 Fax: (504) 831-5242 Email: mkaigler@sedl.org Website: http://www.sedl.org/secac/welcome.html Eisenhower Regional Mathematics and Science Consortium Provide technical assistance and disseminates information to teachers and states in implementing mathematics and science programs in accordance with state standards. Southeast Eisenhower Regional Consortium for Mathematics and Science Education at SERVE Dr. Francena Cummings Contact: Michael Vigliano, Program Specialist Suite 400 1203 Governor's Square Boulevard Tallahassee, FL 32301 Phone: (850) 671-6033 Toll-Free: (800) 854-0476 Fax: (850) 671-6010 Email: fcumming@serve.org or mviglian@serve.org Website: http://www.serve.org/Eisenhower/ Equity Assistance Center Assist school districts and education agencies with issues related to educational equity in the areas of race, national origin, and gender desegregation. Southeastern Equity Center Jerry Graniero Contact: Grace Reyes, Business Manager Miami Equity Associates, Inc. Suite 304 1401 East Broward Boulevard Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 Phone: (954) 765-3553 Fax: (954) 523-3340 Email: info@southeastequity.org Website: http://www.southeastequity.org/ Parent Resource Center Help families get involved in their children's learning. Target areas with high concentrations of low-income, minority, and limited-English-proficient parents. Albany/Dougherty Community Partnership for Education (Georgia) Joe Granbury, Executive Director Contact: Deborah Joseph, Project Director P.O. Box 1726 1001 Highland Avenue Albany, GA 31702-1726 Phone: (229) 888-0999 Fax: (229) 888-2664 Email: partners@adpartnership.org Regional Educational Laboratory Research education issues, print publications, and provide training programs to teachers and administrators. Offer region-specific services that must be accessed through district education officials. Provide publications to anyone, regardless of region. SERVE John Sanders, Executive Director University of North Carolina--Greensboro P.O. Box 5367 Greensboro, NC 27435-5367 Phone: (336) 315-7400 Toll-Free: (800) 755-3277 Fax: (336) 315-7457 Email: info@serve.org Website: http://www.serve.org/ Regional Resource Center Assist state education agencies in the systemic improvement of education programs, practices, and policies that affect children and youth with disabilities. Help states and U.S. jurisdictions find integrated solutions by offering consultation, information services, technical assistance, training, and product development. Provide customized products, information, and services that address a wide range of topics. Southeast Regional Resource Center Dr. Elizabeth W. Beale Auburn University--Montgomery P.O. Box 244023 Montgomery, AL 36124 Phone: (334) 244-3661 Fax: (334) 244-3101 TTY: (334) 244-3800 Email: ebeale@mail.aum.edu Website: http://edla.aum.edu/serrc/serrc.html Regional Technology Consortia Program Provide information about educational technology and its role in teaching and learning. SouthEast Initiatives Regional Technology in Education Consortium Dr. Elizabeth Byrom, Director of Technology/SERVE Suite C-102 3333 Chapel Hill Boulevard Durham, NC 27707 Phone: (919) 402-1060 Toll-Free: (800) 755-3277 Fax: (919) 402-1617 Email: seirtec@serve.org Website: http://www.seirtec.org/ Secretary's Regional Representative and Regional Office ED maintains 10 regional offices throughout the country. The following offices have representatives in each regional office: The Secretary's Regional Representative (SRR) and staff conduct Departmental business on many issues. The Office of Student Financial Assistance Programs (OSFAP) handles questions related to student financial assistance programs. The Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) assists constituents with rehabilitative services. The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) responds to questions about and reviews complaints related to civil rights issues. The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) investigates potential violations of law and conducts audits on Department-funded programs. The Office of Management (OM) has personnel offices or representatives in each of the regional offices. Office of the Secretary's Regional Representative (IV Atlanta) Dr. S. Anne Hancock Contact: Mallissa Spann, Program Specialist Department of Education Suite 19T40 61 Forsyth Street, SW Atlanta, GA 30303 Phone: (404) 562-6225 Fax: (404) 562-6350 Email: usedregion4@ed.gov Website: http://www.ed.gov/about/contacts/gen/regions.html#4 State Coordinator of Education for Homeless Children and Youth Ensures that all homeless children and youth have equal access to the same free, appropriate public education, including public preschool education, provided to other children and youth; develops, reviews, and revises policies to remove barriers to the enrollment, attendance, and success in school of homeless children and youth; provides them with opportunities to meet the same challenging state content and state student performance standards to which all students are held. Education for Homeless Children and Youth (Georgia) David Davidson, Project Manager State Department of Education 1962 Twin Towers East Atlanta, GA 30334 Phone: (404) 651-7555 Fax: (404) 656-5976 Email: ddavidso@doe.k12.ga.us State Director of Adult Education Provide students with opportunities to develop skills needed to qualify for further education, job training, and better employment. Department of Technical and Adult Education (Georgia) Dr. Jean DeVard-Kemp, Assistant Commissioner for Adult Literacy Office of Adult Literacy Suite 400 1800 Century Place, NE Atlanta, GA 30345-4304 Phone: (404) 679-1635 Fax: (404) 679-1630 Email: jdevard@dtae.org Website: http://www.dtae.org/ State Director of Special Education Ensure appropriate services and opportunities for children and youth with disabilities. Division for Exceptional Students (Georgia) Phillip Pickens Contact: Marlene Bryar Department of Education 1870 Twin Towers East Atlanta, GA 30334 Phone: (404) 656-3963 Fax: (404) 651-6457 Email: ppickens@doe.k12.ga.us Website: http://www.doe.k12.ga.us/ State Director of Vocational-Technical Education Administer vocational-technical education programs and services for youth and adults at the state level through federal grants awarded under the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Applied Technology Education Act. Technology/Career Education (Georgia) Jimmy Hogg Contact: Danny Fleming, Program Manager State Department of Education 1752 Twin Tower East Atlanta, GA 30334-5040 Phone: (404) 657-8304 Fax: (404) 651-8984 Email: dflemin@doe.k12.ga.us or jhogg@doe.k12.ga.us Website: http://www.doe.k12.ga.us/curriculum/edtech/index.asp State Literacy Resource Center Assist adult education practitioners in locating and accessing the most current materials in their issue area. Georgia Department of Technical and Adult Education Dr. Jean DeVard-Kemp, Assistant Commissioner Contact: Marion Delaney-Harris, Manager of Collaborative Projects Office of Adult Literacy Suite 400 1800 Century Place, NE Atlanta, GA 30345-4304 Phone: (404) 679-1635 Fax: (404) 679-1630 Email: mdelaney@dtae.org or klee@dtae.org Website: http://www.dtae.org/adultlit.html State Tech Prep Coordinator Prepare students for a highly skilled, technical occupation that allows either direct entry into the workplace as a qualified technician or further education leading to baccalaureate and advanced degrees. Tech Prep is a 4-year sequence of study from the 11th grade through 2 years of postsecondary occupation education culminating in a certificate or associate degree. Technology Career Education Division (Georgia) John Barge, Technology/Career Education Department of Education 1752 Twin Towers, East Atlanta, GA 30334 Phone: (404) 657-8317 Fax: (404) 651-8984 Email: jbarge@gadoe.org Website: http://www.gadoe.org/ |
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