Ware County Schools recently welcomed Georgia Teacher of the Year Rachel Kinsaul last month for an engaging and inspirational professional learning experience focused on Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE).
Kinsaul visited Ware County CTAE labs and served as the featured speaker during a “Lunch and Learn” hosted by the Ware County School System’s CTAE Department. The event, held March 23 at the Ware County Ag Center, brought together CTAE staff, student services personnel, central office leadership, principals, and members of the Ware County Board of Education.
During her presentation, Kinsaul emphasized the importance of handson, career-related learning and its impact on students’ academic success and preparation for life beyond high school. Her message highlighted realworld connections in education, supported by compelling examples of both student and program success.
Kinsaul, who teaches agricultural science at Morgan County High School, also stressed the value of community involvement and stewardship in education. As part of her ongoing initiatives, she has led efforts such as the statewide Day of Service. Locally, Ware County CTAE and Culinary students participated by preparing and providing meals to the Okefenokee Alliance for the Homeless (OATH) on March 18.
A native of Morgan County, Kinsaul was recently named a Top Five finalist for the 2026 National Teacher of the Year. She also is the advisor to Morgan County High’s Future Farmers of America program.
In addition, Ware County’s Career Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs) — including FBLA, FFA, FCCLA, HOSA, SkillsUSA, WBL, and DECA — support community initiatives throughout the year in a variety of ways, further reinforcing the connection between classroom learning and community engagement.
Ware County CTAE sponsored the event, reaffirming its commitment to equipping educators with the tools and inspiration needed to support student achievement and strengthen partnerships with local businesses and community stakeholders.
