ATLANTA (Feb. 26, 2024) – Today the Georgia Senate granted Senate Bill 235 full passage. This measure, sponsored by Sen. Sonya Halpern (D–Atlanta), aims to establish the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Innovation and Economic Prosperity Planning Districts Commission under the University System of Georgia.
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By Sen. Sonya Halpern (D-Atlanta)
ATLANTA (December 27, 2023) — I recently had the privilege of visiting Finland, a country renowned for its commitment to educational excellence and equity. This eye-opening experience has reaffirmed my belief in the need to prioritize excellence and equity in our educational agenda.
Continue reading “Editorial: Prioritizing Excellence and Equity in Education: Lessons from Finland”Senator Sonya Halpern Honored as State Legislator of the Year by Georgia Association of Black County Officials
ATLANTA (Dec. 14, 2023) — Vice Chair of the Senate Democratic Caucus, Senator Sonya Halpern (D-Atlanta), has been named the State Legislator of the Year by the Georgia Association of Black County Officials (GABCO). The award, presented on Sunday, December 10, recognizes Sen. Halpern’s outstanding commitment to policies that uplift the marginalized, empower the underserved, and create a more inclusive society for all.
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ATLANTA (December 11, 2023) — Today, Sen. Sonya Halpern (D-Atlanta) announced her election to the University of Hartford Board of Regents. A proud alumna of the Barney School of Business, Sen. Halpern graduated with an MBA, having participated in the innovative international MBA program, which included studies in Paris, France, and interaction with students from 11 different countries.
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ATLANTA (September 18, 2023) | This week, State Senator Sonya Halpern is traveling to the European Union countries of Finland and Estonia as a member of the esteemed Hunt-Kean Leadership Fellows program hosted by The Hunt Institute. Sen. Halpern’s mission is to uncover the secrets behind the extraordinary educational success of these nations.
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