Teaching and Learning - Professional Development

General Information

Professional Learning for all employees aligns with the goals of the MCSD Strategic Plan. Professional Learning is the means by which teachers, administrators, and other staff acquire, enhance, and refine the knowledge, skills, and practices necessary to create and support high levels of learning for all students.

Professional Learning opportunities for schools are focused on effective teaching, assessment, and uniform performance standards linked to research-based practices.

Documents and Resources



Contact Information

Tim Smith, Ed. D Executive Director of Federal Programs & Professional Development

706-748-2154


Dr. James Holemon, Ed. D Director of Leadership & Professional Development

706-748-2104


April Barrington PD/GaTAPP Administrative Assistant

706-748-2106


Kyra Johnson, Ed. S Teacher Quality Specialist
East Region

706-748-2125


Shawna Hartley, Ed. S Teacher Quality Specialist
Central Region

706-748-2139


Malissa Jones, Ed. S Teacher Quality Specialist
West Region

706-748-2137