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Tiffany has a bachelor's degree in natural science/biology from Spelman College, Georgia State University, a master's degree in science education from Georgia State University, and doctorate of philosophy in educational policy studies from Georgia State University. She is married and has children.

Tiffany has had over 25 years of experience in public education. She also spent ​more than a decade as a school leader and educator, giving me an in-depth ​understanding of how schools work. 

Tiffany Tate Hogan campaign for County Board of Education Member in DeKalb County School Board District 5 is her first entry into politics. 

Candidate website

Said, "Every decision ​I make will be rooted in the ​unwavering belief that every ​student in District 5 is ​entitled to a top-tier ​education."

Said, "I'm a strong advocate for educational equity... With a Ph.D. in education, I've specialized in ​creating fair tests for teachers... Today, I coordinate the assessment ​process for a school district, and my main goal is to ensure fairness in ​education, making sure every child receives the support they need to thrive..."

- Said, "Every decision ​I make will be rooted in the ​unwavering belief that every ​student in District 5 is ​entitled to a top-tier ​education."
- Said, "I'm a strong advocate for educational equity... With a Ph.D. in education, I've specialized in ​creating fair tests for teachers... Today, I coordinate the assessment ​process for a school district, and my main goal is to ensure fairness in ​education, making sure every child receives the support they need to thrive..."

Access to Education

Candidate Q&A: DeKalb County Board of Education District 5

The candidate's website says, "Initiative: Implementing ​measures to improve literacy ​rates and ensure that every ​student has the tools and ​resources needed for academic ​achievement."

Plans to implement "measures to improve literacy ​rates and ensure that every ​student has the tools and ​resources needed for academic ​achievement."

Said, "Foundation: Acknowledging that ​a strong academic foundation is ​crucial for success, I am ​dedicated to enhancing the ​quality of education, with a ​specific focus on literacy."

Said, "Acknowledging that ​a strong academic foundation is ​crucial for success, I am ​dedicated to enhancing the ​quality of education, with a ​specific focus on literacy."

Said, "My strategy is positive and transparent engagement."

- Plans to implement "measures to improve literacy ​rates and ensure that every ​student has the tools and ​resources needed for academic ​achievement."
- Said, "Acknowledging that ​a strong academic foundation is ​crucial for success, I am ​dedicated to enhancing the ​quality of education, with a ​specific focus on literacy."
- Said, "My strategy is positive and transparent engagement."

School Curriculum

Said, "I am committed to putting students first and making ​sure that all students have the resources and ​support they need to succeed. That's why I want to ​hear from you about your top 5 priorities for District ​5."

Tiffany has experience managing CAPs, private school tuition, food Programs, and Stem program budgets.

Said, "I have acquired all needed budget through legal request. I have initiated several ELA enrichment programs for review for upcoming Title One budgets. Worked with maintenance chief operator staff to address and repair schools infrastructure, including sidewalks repairs. The Historic StoneView elementary will be added to new paving projects to address the issues surrounding parking. Also the trailers will be converted to modular learning pads!! The trailers have been a temporary fix for 17 years. Unacceptable."

- Said, "I am committed to putting students first and making ​sure that all students have the resources and ​support they need to succeed. That's why I want to ​hear from you about your top 5 priorities for District ​5."
- Tiffany has experience managing CAPs, private school tuition, food Programs, and Stem program budgets.
- Said, "I have acquired all needed budget through legal request. I have initiated several ELA enrichment programs for review for upcoming Title One budgets. Worked with maintenance chief operator staff to address and repair schools infrastructure, including sidewalks repairs. The Historic StoneView elementary will be added to new paving projects to address the issues surrounding parking. Also the trailers will be converted to modular learning pads!! The trailers have been a temporary fix for 17 years. Unacceptable."

School Facilities & Resources

The candidate's website says, "Action: Working tirelessly to ​create a reassuring atmosphere ​that fosters a sense of security ​for all, allowing students and ​teachers to focus on learning ​and teaching; so that every stud​ent has the tools and resour​ces needed for acade​mic achievem​e​nt"

Plans to work "tirelessly to ​create a reassuring atmosphere ​that fosters a sense of security ​for all, allowing students and ​teachers to focus on learning ​and teaching; so that every stud​ent has the tools and resour​ces needed for acade​mic achievem​e​nt"

Said, "As a candidate for School Board District 5, my top priorities are to put ​students first, support teachers, strengthen academics, ensure safety, and ​demand accountability."

Said "my top priorities are to put ​students first, support teachers, strengthen academics, ensure safety, and ​demand accountability."

The candidate's website says, "Placing students at ​the forefront of our ​educational agenda, ensuring ​their needs and aspirations ​are our primary focus."

Plans to place "students at ​the forefront of our ​educational agenda, ensuring ​their needs and aspirations ​are our primary focus."

- Plans to work "tirelessly to ​create a reassuring atmosphere ​that fosters a sense of security ​for all, allowing students and ​teachers to focus on learning ​and teaching; so that every stud​ent has the tools and resour​ces needed for acade​mic achievem​e​nt"
- Said "my top priorities are to put ​students first, support teachers, strengthen academics, ensure safety, and ​demand accountability."
- Plans to place "students at ​the forefront of our ​educational agenda, ensuring ​their needs and aspirations ​are our primary focus."

Student Wellbeing

The candidate's website says, "Our dedicated ​DeKalb teachers are the ​backbone of our education ​system, and they deserve ​resolute support to excel in ​their vital roles."

Believes "Our dedicated ​DeKalb teachers are the ​backbone of our education ​system, and they deserve ​resolute support to excel in ​their vital roles."

- Believes "Our dedicated ​DeKalb teachers are the ​backbone of our education ​system, and they deserve ​resolute support to excel in ​their vital roles."

Teachers

Tiffany Tate Hogan

- The Board of Education runs the public school system. The Board of Education is entirely independent from the rest of the county government.
- Board of Education members work together to make school policy, set the budget, and appoint the superintendent to run the schools day to day.
- Board of Education members are elected to four-year terms in nonpartisan elections.