Here’s a holiday gift idea that will keep on giving… Support literacy for our students by making a donation to GCPS’ “fleet” of Book Mobiles!
Know district’s response to inclement weather on school days
Prepare for winter conditions and their impact on the school day. Here are some things to remember about school cancellations for inclement weather.
Last chance… Foundation Scholarship apps due Dec. 6
Don’t forget… Dec. 6 is the deadline for members of the Class of 2020 to apply for scholarships awarded through the GCPS Foundation Fund. Find the 2020 GCPS Foundation Scholarship Catalog online. Scholarships range in value from $500 to $2,000 and most are one-time awards. The Foundation will announce scholarship recipients in May.
Charter school and other GCPS programs announce registration plans for 2020–21 year
The school district’s charter school and a number of other special school programs have scheduled information sessions and registration dates for students interested in attending one of the schools in the 2020–21 school year.
GCPS News for Week of Nov. 25, 2019
Take a few minutes to catch up on your district news in In5ive for the week of Nov. 25. In this episode… We congratulate another national winner in our district, Counselor Laura Ross of Five Forks MS. We check in on 95-year-old Martha Strickland, still making a difference at Shiloh ES. And Performance-Based Awards are coming in December. Enjoy these stories and more in this latest edition of in5ive.
Nominate innovative media specialist for 2020 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, Dec. 13, to Cindy Weaver (Cindy_Weaver@gwinnett.k12.ga.us) in Media Services and Technology Training.
Giving thanks for our students, staff, and families!
All GCPS schools will be closed for Thanksgiving Break during the week of Nov. 25.
Work on those scholarship applications during the break!
Just a reminder… School’s out during Thanksgiving Break and that’s a great time to work on college and scholarship essays and applications. Dec. 6 is the deadline for members of the Class of 2020 to apply for scholarships awarded through the GCPS Foundation Fund. Annually, the Foundation awards thousands of dollars in scholarships to GCPS seniors, funded through the support of local businesses and organizations and contributions from generous staff and community members. Last year, more than 130 graduating seniors earned $142,000 in district and school-specific scholarships administered through the Foundation. Find the 2020 GCPS Foundation Scholarship Catalog online. Scholarships range in value from $500 to $2,000 and most are one-time awards. The Foundation will announce scholarship recipients in May.
Join the fight! Fight flu with vaccinations for you and your family
When children are sick with the flu, they miss school and are at risk for complications, parents may miss work, and others with whom they have contact may get the flu.
This holiday season, ‘set your table’ to preserve family history
Storytelling (and capturing those special stories) can help you preserve family history, but they also give us an opportunity to gather the voices and wisdom of our elders and give the gift of listening and of being heard.
Make season brighter for families in need with donation to mentoring program’s service project
During the holiday season, you can help students served in the Community-Based Mentoring Program (CBMP) to make a difference in our community by donating items for families in need!
Students in the Hispanic Mentoring Priority will participate in their first community service project together during an upcoming Saturday Life Lesson event on Dec. 7. Mentees will fill empty shoeboxes with donated goodies and wrap the boxes before delivering them to a Gwinnett county non-profit that supports families in our community.
Please drop off your “smaller than a shoebox” donations at the Community-Based Mentoring Program office, located at 1229 Northbrook Parkway, Suite.B, in Suwanee, by Sunday, Dec. 1.
We are accepting donations for children and adults for the following items:
holiday wrapping paper
small-sized toiletries, such as body lotions and body wash
loofah sponges
hair brushes, combs, and compact mirrors
coloring books and pencils
nail polish and make-up
hats, scarves, and gloves
fashion socks
mini umbrellas and fold-up rain ponchos
small books
other small gifts
Questions? Contact Nury Crawford, CBMP Hispanic Priority director, at 770-277-4489.
Laura Ross of Five Forks MS named 2020 School Counselor of the Year
The American School Counselor Association has named Laura Ross, a counselor at Five Forks Middle School, as its 2020 National School Counselor of the Year!
Watch for Essentials newsletter!
Coming soon to your elementary student’s backpack or your mailbox… The most recent issue of Essentials will bring you a look at how social-emotional learning helps prepare students for their future and supports their learning, news about a nationally recognized school leader, a reminder on weather procedures, next year’s calendar, and more! You'll also find a special insert with an update on the school district’s capital program.
Family tradition continues in award-winning theater programs
Brookwood Students (Photo credit- Sheila Lamb)
It was a “friendly civil war” when theater troupes from two Gwinnett high schools— Brookwood HS and Mill Creek HS— squared off in the GHSA One-Act Play finals to determine the state’s top high school theater troupe.
GCPS News for Week of Nov. 18, 2019
We dedicate this edition of in5ive to our outstanding 2020 Teachers of the Year. Last Thursday evening, all local school Teachers of the Year were celebrated for their exceptional dedication to their professions. Among the six finalists, level TOTY winners were announced for Elementary, Middle, and High School. Finalist Rebecca Carlisle from North Gwinnett High School was recognized as our 2020 Gwinnett County Teacher of the Year.
Reach. Educate. Inspire.
During American Education Week Americans nationwide help raise awareness about the need to provide every child with a quality public education.
North Gwinnett HS' Rebecca Carlisle is Gwinnett’s 2020 Teacher of the Year!
Rebecca Carlisle, an AP World History teacher at North Gwinnett HS, was named GCPS’ top teacher. Vivarine Argilagos, a 1st grade teacher at Lovin ES, is this year’s Elementary School Teacher of the Year. Brad Zickefoose, who teaches 6th grade science at Radloff MS, is the system’s TOTY at the middle school level.
Gwinnett schoolchildren salute veterans
In these photos, you’ll find just a handful of those special moments.
Licensed to make a difference… become a GCPS bus driver
GCPS is hiring bus drivers for the current school year. Our drivers enjoy competitive wages starting at $15.72 per hour, excellent benefits, paid training, and a great work schedule. They work the student calendar year and enjoy the benefit of time off on student holidays and summer vacation! Applicants must be 21 or older, have a good driving record, and have a high school diploma or GED. Prospective drivers can apply at GCPSjobs.org. For more information, call 678-225-7670.
L'auteur et illustrateur Rémi Courgeon vient à Trip ES
During a recent visit to Trip ES, Rémi Courgeon, a French author and illustrator, greeted students enrolled in the school’s Dual Language Immersion (DLI) program with excitement.