Georgia Preschool Association Membership
What will $20 buy me?
Membership in the Georgia Preschool Association (GPA) is worth more than the few dollars we pay or the little membership card we receive. It gives us the privilege of being an active part of the largest early childhood association in the state of Georgia.
GPA Membership runs from September 1-August 31 to coincide with the school year.
Membership Fees
Individual……………………………..$20
Student………………………………..$15
Groups
5 or less……………………………….$80
6 to 10………………………………...$110
11-17…………………………………..$200
18-24…………………………………..$250
25-30…………………………………..$300
31-37…………………………………..$350
37-45…………………………………..$400
46 or more…………………….……...$450
WHY JOIN GEORGIA PRESCHOOL?
Because we care about Georgia’s children.
Members of GPA will receive a reduced registration fee to the Annual Conference.
Members will have access to a network of other educators throughout the State of Georgia.
Members will also have access to other seminars and mini-conferences throughout the year.
Calling All Program Directors!
We hope that the arrival of summer affords you the chance to enjoy a slower pace, take stock of the needs of your program and the time to plan and prepare for the 2025 school year.
We sincerely invite you to include membership for you and your staff in the Georgia Preschool Association as part of your plan. GPA has been a well-respected, professional organization for early childhood educators in the state of Georgia for 66 years. Perhaps you have heard of us? If so, now is the time to join and become a member!
Membership benefits include:
Access to high quality, Bright From The Start approved training for you and your staff at an annual conference and district trainings offered in various areas around the state.
The 2025 Annual Conference will be held on March 14, 2025 at The Cobb Galleria Centre.
Training discounts.
Access to a free, online curriculum sponsored by GPA, entitled Developing Sound Sense. This foundational, core “pre-phonics” curriculum introduces phonological/phonemic awareness to children. It includes lesson plans with scope and sequence and easy to print materials.
Membership in a professional organization encourages teachers to set their own individual goals and plan their own professional development.
GPA trainings encourage opportunities to network, share ideas and collaborate with a sense of camaraderie and an understanding of the scope of our profession.
Membership gives each teacher the privilege of being an active part of the largest early childhood association in the state of Georgia.
GPA is on Facebook and Instagram! Plus an exclusive, private page for member Directors.
We look forward to you joining Georgia Preschool Association. It’s one of the best things you can do for you and your staff as you plan for the 2024-2025 school year!
We have broken the State into 10 unique districts to help provide additional trainings in your area.
types of Membership.
Group Membership is open to schools and centers offering early childhood educational programs in the state of Georgia. Often time the per-member cost is far less than $20 each!
Individual Membership is open to directors, administrative staff, preschool teachers, parents, and anyone involved in the professional care and education of young children.
Student Membership is open to students taking a minimum of 10 hours. (Must provide proof with unofficial school transcript or class schedule.)
You may Also pay by check or money order.
Download a Membership Application, fill it out and mail it along with payment to P.O. Box 801567, Acworth, GA 30101