The Georgia Department of Education has released the School Climate Star Rating for the 2023- 2024 school year, and all Candler County Schools have received an impressive 4-Star Rating.

This rating is a testament to the district’s ongoing commitment to fostering a positive and safe learning environment for students and staff.

The School Climate Star Rating is a diagnostic tool used to evaluate whether a school is progressing toward improvement. Schools are rated on a scale from 1 to 5 stars, with five stars indicating an excellent school climate and one star signaling a school in need of significant improvement.

Candler County Schools earned 4 stars, which reflects strong performance across four critical components: 1) perceptions of the school climate from students, teachers and parents; 2) student discipline; 3) a safe and substance-free learning environment; and 4) school-wide attendance.

“We are incredibly proud of the hard work and dedication shown by our students, staff, and families to achieve this 4-Star rating,” says Dr. Bubba Longgrear, Superintendent of Candler County Schools. “This rating is a reflection of our community’s collaborative efforts to ensure that our schools remain places where every student can thrive in a safe and supportive atmosphere.”

The School Climate Star Rating is designed to help schools identify areas of strength and opportunities for growth, and Candler County Schools will continue to work diligently to maintain and improve its rating. The district remains committed to #winateverything by providing high-quality educational experiences while ensuring a positive, safe, and inclusive school environment for all students.

The 2024-2025 Climate Survey is currently being conducted. Surveys can be taken by visiting www.metter.org and clicking on the school you wish to survey.