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Substitute Teacher Training
Join us for an engaging and interactive professional learning experience designed to prepare substitute teachers for success in today’s classrooms. This comprehensive workshop series covers essential topics including classroom management strategies, school expectations, legal and ethical responsibilities, and effective approaches for working with diverse learners.
Led by Dr. Steve Miletto, Executive Director, participants will gain practical skills, confidence, and insight to ensure positive learning environments and continuity of instruction.
The training will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and lunch will be provided.
* Please plan to being a device (phone, computer or tablet) for an interactive portion of the session. WIFI is available.
Participants who successfully complete the training will receive a Certificate of Completion, which may be used as professional credentials for hire.
| Event Date | 10-28-2026 9:00 am |
| Event End Date | 10-28-2026 2:30 pm |
| Individual Price | 75.00 |
What: From Standards to Success: Aligning Instruction, Rigor & Assessment (Science PL)
When: Tuesday, November 3rd, 2026 8:00-3:00
Where: Whitfield County Board Office (or a local WCSD school—location TBD)
Description: Explore how standards-aligned instruction, appropriate rigor, and intentional assessment practices work together to prepare 8th grade students for success on the Georgia Milestones. Teachers will examine alignment between standards, classroom tasks, and assessment expectations while identifying opportunities to strengthen instruction and student readiness.
Professional Learning Fees for Non-Member Districts
A $50 per-person fee will apply to participants from non-member districts attending NGRESA professional learning events. This fee is subject to change.
NGRESA member districts include Cherokee County Schools, Pickens County Schools, Murray County Schools, Whitfield County Schools, and Gilmer County Schools only.
Group discounts are available for groups of five or more participants. Please contact Nicole Moneyham (
| Event Date | 11-03-2026 8:00 am |
| Event End Date | 11-03-2026 3:00 pm |
| Cut Off Date | 11-02-2026 |
| Individual Price | Free (member districts) |
| Event Date | 12-10-2026 9:00 am |
| Event End Date | 12-10-2026 2:00 pm |
| Cut Off Date | 12-07-2026 |
| Individual Price | Free (member districts) |
Join us at North Georgia RESA on December 15th at 9:00 AM for an opportunity to Learn, Share, Support, and Learn Together with fellow Georgia education leaders.
This collaborative session will provide an opportunity to discuss new laws, legislative updates, current educational issues, and what they mean for school districts and educators. Participants will engage in meaningful conversation, share experiences and practices, and learn from one another.
Come ready to connect, collaborate, and stay informed as we navigate the evolving landscape of education in Georgia.
| Event Date | 12-15-2026 9:00 am |
| Event End Date | 12-15-2026 11:30 am |
| Cut Off Date | 12-14-2026 |
| Individual Price | Free |
Join us at North Georgia RESA on March 16th at 9:00 AM for an opportunity to Learn, Share, Support, and Learn Together with fellow Georgia education leaders.
This collaborative session will provide an opportunity to discuss new laws, legislative updates, current educational issues, and what they mean for school districts and educators. Participants will engage in meaningful conversation, share experiences and practices, and learn from one another.
Come ready to connect, collaborate, and stay informed as we navigate the evolving landscape of education in Georgia.
| Event Date | 03-16-2027 9:00 am |
| Event End Date | 03-16-2027 11:30 am |
| Cut Off Date | 03-15-2027 |
| Individual Price | Free |
Audience: Instructional Coaches
Facilitator: Bethany LeMoyne, NGRESA Let's Read GA Coach
Facilitating Adult Learning That Sticks: Leading Meetings and Professional Learning with Purpose
Strong facilitation is more than a well-designed agenda, it’s about creating clarity, engagement, and forward motion. Coaches will share strategies, problem-solve common facilitation challenges, and refine moves that make meetings and professional learning purposeful and productive. Together, we’ll strengthen our ability to guide adult learning in ways that lead to action.
| Event Date | 03-31-2027 9:00 am |
| Event End Date | 03-31-2027 12:00 pm |
| Individual Price | Free |
Join us at North Georgia RESA on May 18th at 9:00 AM for an opportunity to Learn, Share, Support, and Learn Together with fellow Georgia education leaders.
This collaborative session will provide an opportunity to discuss new laws, legislative updates, current educational issues, and what they mean for school districts and educators. Participants will engage in meaningful conversation, share experiences and practices, and learn from one another.
Come ready to connect, collaborate, and stay informed as we navigate the evolving landscape of education in Georgia.
| Event Date | 05-18-2027 11:00 am |
| Event End Date | 05-18-2027 1:00 pm |
| Cut Off Date | 05-17-2027 |
| Individual Price | Free |