The Georgia Association of School Personnel Administrators (GASPA) was formed in 1966 as a professional organization for persons working in the field of human resources. GASPA provides up to date professional development and resources through two statewide conferences annually and through strong partnerships with state agencies and educational organizations.
MISSION
The mission of the Georgia Association of School Personnel Administrators is to lead the way in providing best practice human capital management services for Georgia's K-12 public schools.
MEMBERSHIP
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The benefits of GASPA membership include:
- Two conferences per year
- Website with many links and resources
- Conference handouts and Power Points
- Membership database for networking
- Q & A networking through LinkedIn
- Monthly "HR Connection Newsletter"
- Drive-in conferences when needed
- Best in Class Awards program to highlight school system HR departments
- Legislative Priorities for HR and yearly summative reports of legislation passed
- Research based training materials in Recruitment, Selection and Retention of Staff
- New member Best Practices Training and GASPA Mentor Program
- HR Handbook of Procedures, Forms and Practices
- Affiliation with AASPA and GAEL
GASPA was formed in 1966 as a professional organization for persons working in the field of human resources. GASPA provides up to date professional development and resources through statewide conferences and through strong partnerships with state agencies and educational organizations. The association prides itself with opportunities for networking with other HR professionals all across the state as well as in GASPA state regional districts.
Active Membership is $75 Retired Membership is $25
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For more information contact Wilma Widmer, GASPA Executive Director at wwidmer0624@gmail.com or at 770-687-1299.
UPCOMING PD OPPORTUNITIES
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AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
Dr. Candy Norton was honored at the GAEL 2019 Winter Conference with the GAEL Service Award.
The GAEL board of directors recognizes those members who have received acclaim from GAEL Affiliates. Recognition is given to those who have devoted many years of service to GAEL and/or GAEL Affiliates.
Presentation of the award was made by GASPA's President, Ron Wade. Also pictured is Dr. Sid Camp, previous GAEL Service Award recipient.
Gary Jenkins, Director of Personnel for Jasper County Schools and GASPA Regional Director for the Middle Georgia Region was honored at the Spring 2017 conference with the Outstanding Regional Director Award. The purpose of the award is to recognize an active Regional Director who has demonstrated distinguished leadership and service to the members in their region. Presentation of this award was made by GASPA President, Sherri Freeman.
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CONFERENCE INFORMATION
Spring 2019 Conference
May 29-31, 2019
King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort
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Click here for conference Attendee Registration
Click here for conference Business Partner Registration
Click here for a copy of Conference Program
Fall 2019 Conference
November 11-13, 2019
King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort
Spring 2020 Conference
May 27-29, 2020
King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort
Fall 2020 Conference
December 7-9, 2020
King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort
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