Melissa Anderson, a dedicated teacher at Statesboro High School, has been appointed president of the Georgia Business Education Association for 2027-2028. With a decade of active involvement in the association, Anderson is currently serving as a Workforce Ready teacher and will take on the role of president-elect in the 2026-2027 school year.
With 21 years of teaching experience, all at Statesboro High, Anderson holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Education from Georgia Southern University and a master’s in Adult and Career Education from Valdosta State University. Previously, she taught Business & Finance courses and now focuses on developing Workforce Ready skills, applying real-world concepts in her classroom.
In addition to her teaching role, Anderson is the faculty advisor for the student chapter of the National Technical Honor Society and is known for her engaging presentations at various educational events. The Georgia Business Education Association, which she will lead, fosters networking and professional development among educators at multiple levels.