Empowering Education in Newton County: A Conversation with Gail Rothman - Episode 10
In Episode 10 of The Town Square Podcast, hosts Gabriel Stovall and Trey Bailey sit down with Gail Rothman, the Executive Director of the Newton Education Foundation (NEF), for an insightful and inspiring conversation about the future of education in Newton County. Gail brings over 25 years of experience working with nonprofits, including 15 years at the helm of the Decatur Education Foundation, to this discussion. She is considered one of the top experts in the nation when it comes to education foundations. Her work takes her all across the United States helping education foundations form, relaunch, or simply grow their capacity. We are incredibly lucky to have Gail Rothman in Newton County, GA.
Gabriel and Trey kick things off with some foundational questions—like, "What exactly is an education foundation?"—before diving into the specifics of how the NEF is making a difference locally. One of the key topics they explore is the PEACH Tax Credit (Public Education Advancing Change), a powerful tool that allows individuals, small businesses, and local corporations to redirect their state taxes to the NEF. This funding directly supports projects and initiatives in our local schools, making it an easy and impactful way to contribute to the community.
Gail also shares her vision for where we can really move the needle in Newton County, especially around literacy. Her passion and expertise shine through as she discusses the exciting possibilities for educational growth and development in the area.
If you're interested in learning more about how you can support the NEF and participate in the PEACH Tax Credit program, visit their website at www.newtoneducationfoundation.org. You can also follow the NEF on Facebook or reach out to Gail directly at Gail@NewtonEducationFoundation.org. For clear instructions on the PEACH Tax Credit, check out www.newtoneducationfoundation.org/ptc.
Don't miss this opportunity to hear from a leader dedicated to advancing education in our community. Tune in, get informed, and consider how you can make a difference!
You can check out some of Gail’s written work here: https://blueavocado.org/author/gail-rothman/.
