High school students interested in exploring careers through hands-on learning can check out two specialized career and technical education programs at upcoming events. Online registration for the Grayson HS Technical Education Program is open, with the Winter Open House set for Jan. 26 from 5 to 7 p.m. (Students can apply from any GCPS computer, and must be in the GCPS network to apply.) An Open House for Maxwell HS of Technology is scheduled for Feb. 2 between 5 and 7 p.m. at the school. Online registration is open.
Vote to help Head ES earn $60K grant
Help Head ES as the school competes for a $60K grant to foster literacy and promote critical thinking through its media center.
Gwinnett schools strive to be ‘No Place for Hate’
A schoolwide commitment to combating prejudice and creating an inclusive and supportive community will allow Duluth MS to join more than a dozen Gwinnett schools as a certified No Place For Hate® School.
Give feedback on proposed financial literacy course
The Georgia DOE welcomes comments from parents, students, educators, community members, and business professionals regarding the creation of a proposed social studies course entitled “Personal Financial Literacy.”
Nominate innovative media specialist for honor
Each year, the Gwinnett County Public Schools recognizes a school media specialist whose service has resulted in an exemplary media program. Does your student love visits to the media center? Have your participated in fun and engaging literacy activities at your child's school? If you know an innovative and enthusiastic media specialist who plans collaboratively, promotes literacy, and integrates technology, please nominate him or her for GCPS Media Specialist of the Year. Email nominations by Friday, Jan. 27, to Cindy Weaver (Cindy_Weaver@gwinnett.k12.ga.us) in Media Services and Technology Training.
Come on in… the water's fine!
Watch a visiting “shark” share her entrepreneurial experience with Crews MS 6th graders in this GCPS TV video.
January is National Mentoring Month
Did you know kids in quality mentoring relationships are more likely to do better in school and have aspirations to go to college?
Café Gwinnett puts trusted names on lunchtrays
Did you know that many of the brands served in GCPS school cafeterias can be found in your cupboard, fridge, and freezer?
Register by 4 p.m. on Jan. 20 for next GSMST freshman class
The deadline to register for Gwinnett School of Mathematics, Science, and Technology (GSMST) for next school year is Jan. 20 at 4 p.m. The registration lottery will be held at 7:30 a.m. on Jan. 30 at the J. Alvin Wilbanks Instructional Support Center. The school will accept 375 students for its 2017-18 freshman class.
Explore the Promise of Gwinnett!
Throughout the school year, join GCPS in exploring The Promise of Gwinnett. Throughout the school year, join GCPS in exploring The Promise of Gwinnett.
GCPS driver runs away with gold at international meet
GCPS bus driver Emma McGowan ran away with the gold in the 100-meter and 200-meter races in her age bracket at the World Masters Track & Field Championships.
Positive behavior 'on a roll' in Gwinnett schools
Educators from across Georgia recently toured Gwinnett County schools to see how a focus on positive behavior supports learning.
Celebrate Dr. King's legacy
GCPS is partnering with the United Ebony Society for the county's 17th annual celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Mon., Jan 16.
Be prepared!
Brush-up on school system procedures when weather conditions have an impact on the school day.
Y'all rock!
The students became the teachers recently during a project-based learning unit completed by Coleman MS students.
Watch for Essentials newsletter!
Coming soon to your elementary student's backpack or your mailbox… The winter issue of Essentials.
Revisit Sounds of the Season
Revisit the Sounds of the Season with holiday performances of music, dance, and drama from around Gwinnett County. GCPS TV made stops at Duncan Creek ES, Riverside ES, Collins Hill HS, Parson ES, Jones MS, Grayson HS, Brookwood HS, Crew MS, Five Forks MS, Sugar Hill ES, Cooper ES, Sweetwater MS, Peachtree Ridge HS, Lanier HS, Kanoheda ES, Mill Creek HS, Suwanee ES, Burnette ES, Roberts ES, and North Gwinnett MS.
Branch Out! To get the most of library resources
Branch Out!— a partnership between GCPS and the county library system— is available for all GCPS students. With Branch Out!, a student's school ID doubles as a library card, giving access to the county's extensive collection of digital and print resources for students who opt into the program. Even better, overdue library fines are a thing of the past for Branch Out participants. Students who registered for Branch Out! at the beginning of the school year already have access, but it's not too late to take advantage of the program. Just fill out the online registration form and return it to your student's school. To access library resources, participating students need their GCPS ID number and a PIN (preset for birth month and day as MMDD). Students may change their PIN anytime via the GCPL website or by calling or visiting any library branch.
North Gwinnett SRO deploys to Middle East
SRO Ryan Buffington traded his badge for a U.S. Air Force uniform earlier this month as he deployed for an eight-month tour in the Middle East.
Parent mentors launch special education learning series
Parents and guardians of students with moderate to profound intellectual disabilities (ages 13-22) are invited to participate in The Transition Learning Group.