Welcome to
CSRA RESA
Dr. Terry L. Nelson, Executive Director
About CSRA RESA
History: RESA is an acronym for Regional Educational Service Agency.
The RESA concept was enacted into law by the Georgia Quality Basic
Education Act of 1985 (QBE). There are 16 RESA’s serving the school
systems across the state.
CSRA RESA is homebased in Dearing, Georgia on Highway 78 in the
historic Dearing Elementary School building. CSRA RESA serves 12
member school systems: Burke, Columbia, Emanuel, Glascock,
Jefferson, Jenkins, Lincoln, McDuffie, Richmond, Taliaferro, Warren,
and Wilkes. Collaborative efforts are realized through work with the
following public post-secondary institutions: Augusta State University,
Augusta Technical College, East Georgia College, Medical College of
Georgia, and Swainsboro Technical College.
Organizational Philosophy
Vision
All school are exemplary places for all students.
Mission Statement
To provide services and experiences which result
in increased student learning.
Motto
We work for students.
Pillars
Results ~ Impact ~ Service ~ Knowledge
Governing Body
The governing body of RESA is composed of the school
superintendent from each member system, the
president or highest administrator of each member
post-secondary institution, and a local public or
regional library director appointed by the director of
the Office of Public Library Services of the Board of
Regents of the University System of Georgia. The
Board of Control has the same responsibilities for the
operation of RESA as a local Board of Education has
for the operation of a local school system. The areas
and volume of services are determined by the Board of
Control.
Funding
In keeping with Georgia law, the State Board of Education provides
some of the funds for the operation of RESA. The member systems
contribute to the extent necessary to provide the services of greatest
benefit. Some programs share services and provide funding for the
program. Other programs are grant funded.
Financial Procedures for Operation:
•Needs Assessment Survey to Systems
•Budget Formation
•Budget Approval Process
•Grant Applications
•Financial Process (Expenditures and Payroll)
•Financial Reports (Monthly – Quarterly – Annual)
•Annual Audit
Youth Apprenticeship Program
Melvin Stewart, Coordinator
Youth Apprenticeship was initiated in Georgia to ensure a well
educated and highly skilled workforce. It is designed to bridge the
education and work-based experience components necessary for a
successful career. The CSRA RESA Youth Apprenticeship Program
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assistance and support for school and work initiatives
serves as liaison between schools and businesses
development of business partnerships
dissemination of curriculum for Technology/Career Education
professional learning for teachers and facilitators on school-to work
technical assistance for career awareness
coordination of school-based and work-based activities
facilities a Youth Apprenticeship Advisory Committee
opportunities for local and regional economic development
Science & Instructional Technology
Gail Duggan, Educational Program Specialist
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Teacher Technology Certification (SGTCP)
Course/workshops offered for professional development
On-site training at the school and system level
Science GPS implementation
Georgia Assess On-line (requirement)
Online courses for professional development
School support for instructional technology and science grants
McDuffie Environmental Education Center (MEEC Project)
School Improvement
Local and Regional Science Fair
Local and Regional Technology Fair
Technical Services
Zach Tavares, Coordinator
The objectives of the Technical Services Department are:
• to assist in the selection, maintenance and repair of business machines, computers,
and audiovisual equipment
• to provide on-sight maintenance and troubleshooting of software and hardware as
requested
• to upgrade and maintain the technicians’ level of training to meet the challenges of
their field
• to be cost effective alternative to conventional repair services by providing direct
sales/assistance and completing service requests in a timely manner
The Technical Services Department is comprised of a coordinator and 4 technicians
providing the services of:
– Certified support for Novell/Microsoft based networks
– HP/Lexmark/Dell printer repairs and service
– All standard AV equipment and education specific
– Other equipment ie. typewriters, laminators, braillers,
Curriculum Development
Dr. Pam Bell-Smith, Coordinator
State’s Curriculum
• Georgia’s curriculum specifies what students are expected to know in
each subject and grade. Additionally, the state’s standardized test,
Criterion Reference Competency Test (CRCT) for grades 1-8 and the
Georgia High School Graduation Test (GHSGT) for Grade 11, must be
aligned with that curriculum.
• The state’s curriculum is a guideline for instruction that helps teachers,
students, and parents know what topics must be covered for a
particular course. The curriculum establishes the minimum standards,
however, some systems may have curricula of their own, but they must
include everything the states provide.
School Improvement
Dr. Ken Daniels, Coordinator
• RESA Standards for Service
• School Improvement Services from CSRA RESA
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Provide assistance with analysis and planning
AYP Reports
Student Achievement
Determine root causes of student performance based on data
Other factors affecting student learning
Help systems and schools develop improvement plans based on other
qualitative and quantitative data
• Balanced Scorecard
Shared Services
Kathy Williams, Vision Education Specialist
Visual Impairment
A shared service between Burke, Emanuel, Jefferson, McDuffie, Lincoln,
Taliaferro, and Wilkes Counties to coordinate a Visually Impaired Student
Service Program in assisting personnel with the instruction of identified
students. Services include:
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Serve individual students who are visually impaired, legally blind or blind
through individualized instruction or consultative services.
In-service educational activities
Development of Curriculum guides and instructional materials
Identification of visually impaired students by directly screening students or
training aides to perform the screening function.
Refer students to vision care specialists when necessary.
Shared Services
Lora Ernsbarger, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education Specialist
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education Services
A shared service between Burke, Emanuel, Jefferson, Jenkins, and Lincoln
Counties to coordinate a Hearing Impaired Student Service Program in
assisting personnel with the instruction of identified students. Service include:
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Evaluating student referrals for deaf and hard of hearing education services.
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Assisting school personnel in eligibility reports, re-evaluations, and
Individualized Education Program (IEP) development.
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Serving individual students who have a hearing loss through individualized
instruction or consultative services.
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Implementing appropriate accommodations for each student’s hearing loss
needs.
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Acquiring appropriate supplemental instruction and technology materials for
students.
Teacher Alternative Preparation Program
Karen Collins, TAPP Coordinator
TAPP
An alternative preparation program designed for post-baccalaureate
teacher candidates to acquire the pedagogical knowledge and skills for
clear, renewable Georgia Teacher Certification.
• It is a minimum 2 year program offering certification in early
childhood, middle grades, secondary and special education.
• The program begins with a mandatory course focusing on instructional
strategies, lesson planning, classroom management , and student
assessment.
River Quest
Psychoeducational Program
Connie Fields, Director
The Program is a part of the Georgia Psychoeducational
Network and offers services to Burke, Emanuel, Glascock,
Jefferson, Jenkins, and Screven Counties. The program was
established throughout the state to meet the needs of severely
emotionally and severely behaviorally disordered children from
birth through 21 years of age. The main center is located in
Midville, with outpost classes in Screven County. Services
include full and part day student placement, consultation within
the schools to assist administrators and teachers, and provide
parent services. Each class is staffed with a teacher certified in
the field of behavior disorders and a paraprofessional.
Professional Learning
Gloria Gabriel, Coordinator
Faith Hopkins, Assistant - Esther Wells, Registrar
• Teacher courses/workshops for certification
• Paraprofessional Assessment/Courses for
certification
• Substitute Teacher Training
• Leadership Development
• Professional Standards Commission Endorsement
Programs
• Professional Learning/Curriculum Council
• Personnel Evaluation Training
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Professional Learning
School Improvement
Technology Instructional Support/Training
Technical Services
Psychoeducational Services
Test Interpretation
Data Analysis
Evaluation and Assessment
Health Education
Youth Apprenticeship
School Nurse Consortium
School Counselor Consortium
Personnel Director Consortium
Deaf & Hard of Hearing Education/Courses
Grant Writing
NCLB/AYP/GPS Assistance
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Leadership Development
Regional Science Fair
Substitute Teacher Training
Paraprofessional
Assessment/Courses
Personnel and Program Evaluation
Training
Community Partnerships
Curriculum Alignment
Tech Team
Vision Education/Courses
Regional Technology Fair
Catapult Program
Star Schools Program