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law-enforcement2 years ago•2 min saved

Georgia State Patrol Trooper Killed in Line of Duty in Savannah Crash

A Georgia State Patrol trooper was killed in a traffic crash, becoming the fifth officer to die in the line of duty across the country in 2024. Governor Brian Kemp expressed condolences, marking the third Georgia law enforcement officer to die in the line of duty since late December. This tragic incident adds to the history of law enforcement deaths in Georgia, with previous incidents including a trooper cadet's death during training in 2022 and the shooting death of a state patrol trooper in 2010.

via The Atlanta Journal Constitution|

#georgia-state-patrol #governor-brian-kemp #law-enforcement

education2 years ago•2 min saved

Atlanta Public Schools Reverses Decision and Grants Teacher Bonuses Amid Criticism

Atlanta Public Schools initially included the state's $1,000 teacher bonus in their employees' holiday retention bonus, sparking criticism from Georgia State School Superintendent Richard Woods. After facing pushback, the district has stated that they will distribute the additional funds once clarification is provided on which categories of employees should be covered by the bonus. The school district is currently waiting for guidance from the governor's office or the Georgia Department of Education on the matter.

via WSB Atlanta|

#atlanta-public-schools #budget-allocation #education

education2 years ago•2 min saved

"APS Adjusts Bonus Plans Amid State Officials' Pushback, Frustrating Atlanta Educators"

Atlanta Public Schools (APS) faced criticism after including the governor's announced $1,000 bonus for education employees in their Dec. 14 paycheck as a holiday retention bonus, intending to use the funds to backfill their budget. The state school superintendent called APS's decision "inconceivable" and "baffling," urging them to give teachers the promised bonus. In response to the pushback, APS stated they would pass along any additional funds once clarification is provided on which employees should be covered. The district is waiting for guidance from the governor's office or the Georgia Department of Education on the distribution of the bonuses.

via WSB Atlanta|

#atlanta-public-schools #bonuses #education

government2 years ago•2 min saved

Gov. Kemp Announces $1K Bonuses for Georgia State Employees and Teachers

Governor Brian Kemp of Georgia has announced a $1,000 retention pay supplement for state employees and educators, totaling approximately $330 million in the Amended FY 2024 budget. Additionally, every public school in Georgia will receive $45,000 for personnel or infrastructure improvements to enhance campus security. This funding is part of the government's efforts to show appreciation for state employees and prioritize school safety.

via Gov.Georgia.gov.|

#georgia-schools #government #governor-brian-kemp