The first 25 years
An organization called Future Stock (which would later be re-named Griffin-Spalding Partners in Education - PIE) began in 1982 in response to the Griffin-Spalding Chamber of Commerce’s expressed need for its business members to work closer with the Griffin-Spalding County School System.
The 1983 A Nation at Risk report magnified this need and strongly articulated a case for reforms in public education including higher standards for graduates. U.S. businesses were alarmed about the lack of preparation of its work force as the economy changed from primarily manufacturing-based to service-based.
In response to this need, Griffin-Spalding PIE built partnerships between schools and businesses to strengthen and support student academic achievement and to ensure graduation from high school and the procurement of better paying jobs.
Currently, 215 Partners in Education are involved in 278 partnerships through PIE. These partnerships are instrumental in recognizing students’ academic achievement and supporting students graduating from high school.