The EdQuest Georgia State Plan:
Promoting Individual and Community Well-Being

Overview

Released in March 2026, the EdQuest Georgia State Plan identifies five priorities that state and community leaders can pursue over the next two years to accelerate progress toward the North Star goal of 65% post-secondary attainment. The profiles include recommendations for how to execute this audacious goal.

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Birth to Eight Strategy

Birth to Eight Strategy

Expand access to high-quality early care and learning options that leverage new state and corporate investments.

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K-12 Education

K-12 Education

Champion research-based strategies that improve student achievement and post-graduate outcomes, including often overlooked factors such as student attendance, engagement, and wellness.

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Post-Secondary & Workforce Readiness

Post-Secondary & Workforce Readiness

Leverage the “Top State for Talent” initiative to ensure more Georgians can achieve quality of life by earning credentials of value.

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Educator Recruitment & Preparation

Educator Recruitment & Retention

Improve student achievement by focusing on the constellation of factors that support teacher growth and engagement, including professional autonomy, personal well-being, and strong school and district leadership.

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Barriers to Learning & Well-Being

Barriers to Learning & Well-Being

Address learning and wellness barriers by investing in shared infrastructure, such as community health hubs and networks, coordinated data and referral systems, and cross-sector partnerships.