The STAR Program

Celebrating Excellence in Chatham County Education

About the STAR Program

The STAR program, overseen by the Professional Association of Georgia Educators and initiated by the Georgia Chamber of Commerce in 1958, identifies top-performing seniors based on SAT scores and GPA rankings. Each STAR Student nominates a STAR Teacher, emphasizing the vital role educators play in academic success.

Continued Excellence

Participants in the local ceremony have the opportunity to compete at regional and state levels, representing Chatham County and showcasing the caliber of our local schools on a broader stage.

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Thank you to Kinder Morgan for helping us sponsor the 2024 STAR (Student Teacher Achievement Recognition) Program event, where we proudly celebrated the highest achieving seniors and their most influential teachers from Chatham County's high schools.

This prestigious event recognizes those who have demonstrated outstanding academic performance and made significant contributions to their educational community.

'24 Event Highlights:

Honorees

This year's event honored Emiline Baxter of Savannah Country Day School as Chatham County's STAR Student along with her STAR Teacher, AJ Goldman, and pairs from 19 other schools.

Recognition

Each STAR Student and Teacher received a framed certificate during the ceremony, which also provided an opportunity for students to express gratitude and share their future aspirations.

Participation

The event was attended by over 100 community members, including students, parents, teachers, and school principals, highlighting the collective support and pride of our local education community.

Sponsorship

Thanks to the generous support of sponsors like Kinder Morgan, the event continues to be a cornerstone of educational recognition in the region.