Carroll County Schools welcomes Laura Gann and updates teacher resources

The July 14, 2025, Board Meeting for Carroll County Schools commenced with a warm welcome for new team member Laura Gann, who was recognized for her contributions and friendship to the board. Micah, representing the board, expressed gratitude for Gann's efforts and emphasized the importance of teamwork within the district.

Following the introduction, Dr. Jessica Gainsworth presented an update on student achievement, focusing on the tools and resources available for teachers. She highlighted the district's goal of creating efficiencies and supports for educators by establishing a centralized location for teacher resources. This initiative aims to enhance the teaching experience and improve student learning outcomes.

Dr. Gainsworth showcased a slide deck featuring screenshots of the new website, which includes curriculum maps, pacing guides, and supplemental resources aligned with the Georgia Department of Education Standards of Excellence. She underscored the significance of incorporating teacher feedback in the development of these resources, ensuring they meet the actual needs of educators.

The presentation also covered various instructional resources across subjects, including reading, math, language arts, science, and social studies. Dr. Gainsworth concluded her update by expressing optimism for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year, attributing the anticipated success to the collaborative efforts of the team.

The meeting wrapped up with a sense of enthusiasm for the future, as the board looks forward to implementing these new resources and supporting their educators effectively.