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Board hears data showing retention, vacancies drop after Cobb's 'Georgia's Best' investment
Summary
Board heard university partners and district leaders describe Georgia's Best program outcomes: hundreds of Cobb educators trained, a cited 75% reduction in day-one vacancies since 2023, tuition savings estimates and statewide interest in scaling the partnership.
District and university leaders told the board that a district-funded partnership known as "Georgia's Best" is producing measurable returns in recruitment, retention and classroom practice.
"530 Cobb educators are already graduates of the Georgia best program," Mr. Floresta said, describing cohorts across degree levels and a partnership with the University of West Georgia that customizes curriculum for Cobb's needs. He said another 720 are…
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