The Effect of North Fulton’s Housing Crisis on Education, with Dr. Gonzalo La Cava, Fulton County Schools, and Dr. Steven Palmer, The Cottage School

In this episode of North Fulton Voices, Jack Murphy and Kathy Swahn from the North Fulton Improvement Network are joined by education leaders Dr. Steven Palmer of The Cottage School and Dr. Gonzalo La Cava of Fulton County Schools. The discussion centers on the challenges of housing affordability in North Fulton and its impact on education. Topics include the rise in student homelessness, teacher recruitment and retention issues, and innovative housing solutions. They highlight strategies like the “Level Up Fulton” initiative, public-private partnerships, and successful housing models from other areas. The episode also explores demographic shifts, enrollment trends, and the role of community engagement, stressing the need for comprehensive planning and collaboration among community members and policymakers to promote affordable middle-income housing and retain top educators.

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