About GATFACS:
The Georgia Association of Teachers of Family and Consumer Sciences (GATFACS) is the premier organization for the Hospitality & Tourism, Human Services and Education & Training Career Clusters. GATFACS is a division of the Georgia Association for Career & Technical Education (GACTE) organization. GATFACS encourages and organizes teachers to become a part of a collective voice that can influence issues and policies that impact Family and Consumer Sciences Education. As a member, teachers can network with each other and gain important and helpful tips and techniques as well as participate in professional development at the local, state and national levels.
Purpose
- To encourage and promote interest in Family and Consumer Sciences Education.
- To maintain active membership in the Georgia Association of Career and Technical Education (GACTE).
- To encourage professional growth among family and consumer sciences educators.
- To maintain good relations with all educational services.
- To sponsor projects or programs of mutual interest to all.
- To promote legislation that impacts families and children
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a great cook.
One learns by
DOING.
MEET YOUR OFFICERS
Kizzy Bess
Secretary
Kizzy Bess has 23 years of experience in education, beginning her teaching career in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands, before relocating to Georgia. Her CTAE journey includes teaching Business Education, Engineering, and Family and Consumer Sciences, with 14 years dedicated to FACS across pathways such as Early Childhood Education, Teaching as a Profession, Culinary Arts, and Nutrition and Food Science.
Kizzy was named Teacher of the Year at Lakeside High School in 2017 and is a 2023 graduate of the state LEAD CTAE program. She has served as an FCCLA adviser for 10 years and is passionate about developing student leaders and preparing them for future careers. Beyond the classroom, she is a lifelong learner, servant leader, and active volunteer who hopes to one day work with the Hurricane Hunters based in St. Croix.