Board of Education representatives include the following: David Dekle, Chairman; Judy Teasley, Vice-Chairman and District 3 representative; Philip Kent, District 1 representative; Kristi Baker, District 2 representative; and Katie Allen, District 4 representative.
As constitutional officers of Georgia, school board members are responsible for setting educational policies, employing school personnel, providing buildings and equipment, operating a transportation system and disbursing school funds. As community leaders, school board members serve as advocates for the children in local public schools and must study, evaluate and decide what actions are in the best interest of those students. The Georgia School Boards Association (GSBA) sponsors the celebration each year.