A recent survey from the Professional Association of Georgia Educators (PAGE) found that most teachers are facing financial and mental health strains, with only 21% saying that they would recommend pursuing a career in education.
The survey, conducted in May, “examined issues, both inside and outside of schools, that affect educator attitudes about their work experiences and views of their profession.”
It featured responses from nearly 3,700 Georgia educators from 169 of the state’s 180 school districts. Approximately 69% of those surveyed were classroom teachers, with the other participants serving students in a variety of school and district roles.
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