Workshop helps teachers boost student confidence for Georgia Milestones

ALBANY, Ga. – Local educators have a chance to sharpen their teaching strategies this Saturday, February 7, with a special workshop designed to help students succeed on the Georgia Milestones Assessment.

Beyond the Basics: Building Student Confidence for Mastery on the Georgia Milestones is hosted by Illumination Math Consulting and runs from 10 a.m. to noon at their office on Dawson Road, inside the Innovate Hub in Albany.

The workshop is geared toward 6th through 9th grade math teachers and focuses on practical strategies to build student confidence, remove learning barriers, and help more students reach proficiency or higher on the state assessment. Participants will also have the opportunity to connect with other educators from across Southwest Georgia, sharing ideas and inspiration.

The cost to attend is $30, and registration is required. Educators can reserve their spot and purchase tickets online at Illumination Math.

For more information, call Illumination Math Consulting at 229-329-1408.

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