Northeast Georgia Educational Programs

How your local government works, explained plainly

We organize free classes, public forums, and straightforward reference materials to help residents across Athens, Toccoa, Hartwell, Elberton, Commerce, and Clayton participate directly in local decisions.

Free

classes open to all residents

Neutral

public town hall forums

Direct

nonpartisan voter logistics

Civics Instruction

Foundational classes for residents

Understanding county commissions, zoning boards, and municipal budgets without technical jargon or partisan commentary.

For Teens
For Adults
Study Guides

High school civics workshops

Adult municipal literacy

Plain-language printed handouts

Practical instruction on how local school boards operate, how public notices are published, and how county tax digests work.

Evening sessions covering county road maintenance, water authority decisions, and the public hearing calendar.

Every participant receives a concise, stapled handbook outlining local government structures across our six-county region.

Public Forums

Direct questions for local officials

We host structured public forums where county commissioners, city council members, and utility directors answer questions directly from residents.

Every attendee receives a numbered speaker card upon arrival. Time limits are enforced equally so every neighbor gets an equal hearing.

Nonpartisan Notice

We share registration facts only. We never endorse candidates or parties.

Check your registration status, find your precinct, and review official sample ballots directly through the Georgia Secretary of State's portal.

— Public Schedule

Upcoming classes and forums

All events are free and open to the public. No registration required unless noted.

County Budget Overview Class

Date: Tuesday, October 14 | Town: Athens | Place: Public Library Meeting Room | Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Municipal Town Hall: Infrastructure & Roads

Date: Thursday, October 23 | Town: Toccoa | Place: Stephens County Senior Center | Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Voter Registration Workshop

Date: Saturday, November 1 | Town: Hartwell | Place: Hart County Library | Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM