About GeorgiaCAN

GeorgiaCAN seeks to identify and advance common-sense policies that put the needs of students first. We engage local stakeholders—from community members to policy makers—to advocate for student success throughout the entire public education system.

Believe in Better

As we seek to recover, rebuild and renew our commitment to education, our students deserve MORE than a return to normal, they deserve to… Believe in Better. Here are our five promises to America’s students and families:

Education that’s right for you

A high-quality education system is not one-size-fits-all. Instead, it provides families with multiple options so they can find the learning environment that best meets the needs of their children. And it makes use of new technologies to allow teachers to create individualized learning opportunities for their students that aren’t just limited to their school building.

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Aim higher for a parent’s right to know what’s working

A high-quality education system sets clear, rigorous standards for the knowledge, skills and abilities students need to have to succeed in the global economy. It uses trusted assessments to measure progress towards these goals. And it holds schools accountable for results.

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Cultivate talent - ensure every student has a caring adult

A high-quality education system creates an environment where America’s most talented teachers and leaders thrive. That means attracting great leaders to be principals and giving them more flexibility and support while also holding them more accountable for results. It also means attracting great teachers and giving them more freedom and support in their own classroom while rewarding them for meaningful outcomes like student performance.

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Reach everyone - college and career

A high-quality education system meets every child wherxe they are and brings them up to where they need to be by ensuring they graduate with all the skills, knowledge and abilities needed to be happy, healthy, productive adults who make the world a better place for all.

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About Michael O’Sullivan

Executive Director

Michael O’Sullivan is the executive director in Georgia, a position he’s held since 2012. In this role, he works to improve the quality of education in the state through the enactment of student-centered policies. He entered this role with a background in advocacy, elections and organizing, developed from the numerous political campaigns he has worked on over the years, including the 2012 Georgia Charter School Amendment. Prior to his campaign work, Michael spent six years as the director of legislative affairs for the Georgia Secretary of State.

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Meet the whole team

Contact Us

For all MEDIA inquiries, contact Ned Stanley, Vice President of Communications, 50CAN.

For all OTHER INQUIRIES, contact Michael O’Sullivan, Exective Director, GACAN.

For all Event & Outreach inquiries, contact Steven Quinn, Outreach Directors, GACAN

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