Give Our Schools a Hand
Originated in 1988, the purpose of GOSH is not only to show appreciation for teachers in the community, but also to encourage area businesses, parents, and civic groups to take an active role in enhancing the quality of education. Held annually, GOSH is a celebration that honors more than 130 Teachers of the Year from Cobb County, Marietta City and post-secondary education systems. This salute to public education is one of the largest in the nation.
Events this year included:
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Handprint Unveiling Ceremony: The Cobb County and Marietta City District Teachers of the Year will place their handprints in the Teacher Walk of Honor on the Marietta Square. The public is invited to the Handprint Unveiling Ceremony at 10:30 a.m. on October 7.
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Teacher of the Year Celebration Breakfast: All Teachers of the Year, their guests, and principals are invited to the Teacher of the Year Breakfast at Roswell Street Baptist Church on October 27. The doors will open at 8:30 a.m., the program starts at
9 a.m. Reservations are required. Seats are limited.
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Teacher of the Year Pep Rally: All Teachers of the Year will be honored at the annual Pep Rally at Roswell Street Baptist Church. The public is invited to attend the Pep Rally at 11 a.m. on October 27.
Pictures from the 2008 Pep Rally
Plans are underway for this year’s GOSH events, but the scope of the events is contingent upon the contributions of the business community.
Sponsorship participation provides an opportunity to show support for those educating our future business leaders and employees. All sponsors will be recognized on the breakfast program, in the video and invited as our guest to the handprint ceremony and breakfast.
If you are interested in sponsoring, please click here to view our levels of sponsorship. All sponsors must complete and send in a commitment form.
Thank you for your help in honoring our school systems’ great educators and celebrating education in Cobb County.
For more information on Give Our Schools a Hand, contact Katie Henderson at 770-859-2360 or khenderson@cobbchamber.org.