Joyce Chandler

In 1939, Chandler was born in Georgia. == Education ==

Chandler earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Social Studies from Samford University. Chandler earned a Masters of Science degree in School Counseling from Auburn University. Chandler earned an Education Specialist degree in Counseling from Georgia State University. Chandler earned a doctorate degree in Education Counseling from the University of Georgia. == Career ==

Chandler is a former teacher and school counselor in Georgia. On November 6, 2012, Chandler won the election and became a Republican member of Georgia House of Representatives for District 105. Chandler defeated Renita Hamilton with 51.35% of the votes. On November 4, 2014, as an incumbent, Chandler won the election and continued serving District 105. Chandler defeated Renita Hamilton with 52.78% of the votes. On November 8, 2016, as an incumbent, Chandler won the election and continued serving District 105. Chandler defeated Donna McLeod with 50.45% of the votes. == Awards ==

• 2016 Legislator of the Year. Named by Gwinnett County Public Schools. Inaugural winner. • 2016 State Representative of the Year. Presented by Georgia Life Alliance at the Life at the Party for HB 555. == Personal life ==

Chandler's husband is Martin Chandler, a retired accountant. They have two children. Chandler and her family live in Grayson, Georgia. ==References==