Developed as a basic resource for Georgia school media personnel, this handbook draws together the information most frequently needed by media professionals across the state. The information is drawn from a variety of sources and, in some instances, abridged for ease of use or understanding. Areas covered include: (1) preparation and certification--including training programs in the region and certification application procedures, requirements, and objectives; (2) roles and responsibilities of the superintendent, system media contact person, media coordinator, curriculum coordinator, system media committee, principal, school media specialist, instructional staff, building media committee, media paraprofessional, media aide, and community; (3) standards and policies of the Georgia Board of Education, Georgia Accrediting Commission, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and the State Records Committee; (4) media resources and programs offered through state and regional agencies, including educational television and video; (5) media facilities requirements and planning information; and (6) national and state professional media organizations. (MES)