Georgia Educators Endorse Richard Woods for State School Superintendent

Supt. Woods Earns Endorsement of Educators First

January 6, 2022

The State School Superintendent’s race is an important one for Georgia’s students, parents, and educators. The outcome of this race will have a direct impact on key issues facing Georgia educators: high-stakes testing, pay and benefits, funding, and support of the teaching profession.

Today, Educators First, a non-partisan, statewide teacher organization in Georgia, is announcing its first endorsement of the 2022 election – Richard Woods for State School Superintendent.

In a statement, Educators First said:

“Georgia educators know Richard Woods. Time and time again – from reducing high-stakes testing, championing teacher pay raises and full education funding, reforming the evaluation system, and fighting for the teaching profession – Richard has shown a heart of an educator, never forgetting what it was like to be a classroom teacher. His proven leadership is needed now more than ever.”

“Educators First provides a strong voice for one of education’s most important resources – our educators. As a veteran educator myself, I understand the calling, passion, and dedication of our teachers. I will continue to fight for them and the profession so they can stay focused on supporting their kids – our students,” said State Superintendent Richard Woods.

Richard Woods, a 29+ year educator serving as a teacher and school leader, is Georgia’s State School Superintendent.

Richard' Record: Real Results for Georgia Educators

GEORGIA EDUCATORS KNOW RICHARD WOODS.

“Time and time again – from reducing high-stakes testing, championing teacher pay raises and full education funding, reforming the evaluation system, and fighting for the teaching profession – Richard has shown a heart of an educator, never forgetting what it was like to be a classroom teacher. His proven leadership is needed now more than ever.”