In the last couple of weeks, 139 local school TOTYs have been celebrated by their school communities.
GCPS test-takers post strong SAT results
In September, College Board released SAT scores for the Class of 2021, and the results for GCPS test-takers are strong!
Give feedback on proposed instructional resources in October
Review and provide input on proposed curriculum resources for select grades and courses in Language Arts, Social Studies, Career and Technical Education, and Foreign Language.
Keep up with developments on the COVID-19 Information Hub
This image is a snapshot of a portion of the dashboard from Sept. 29.
Families looking for the latest information related to GCPS’ response to the pandemic can find what they need on the COVID-19 Information Hub.
Annual AKS review runs through Oct. 14
The annual review of the Academic Knowledge and Skills (AKS) curriculum runs through Oct. 14. Through the review process, parents, staff, students, and Gwinnett County residents can give feedback on new AKS standards developed to align with the Georgia Standards of Excellence and/or Georgia Performance Standards. The AKS spell out the essential concepts students are expected to know and skills they should acquire in a given grade, subject, or course. This review is addressing AKS for select courses in Career and Technical Education, and Fine Arts, Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies, as well as Study Skills/Affective Skills. Input on these courses will be given via an online survey. On Oct. 28, the GEMS Oversight Committee—a group of community and school system representatives charged with the annual review of the AKS curriculum—will review the suggestions and curriculum director comments for all of the courses before making recommendations to Superintendent Dr. Calvin J. Watts for adoption by the School Board.
GCPS retains status as ‘fully accredited’
On Sept. 13, Superintendent Calvin J. Watts shared Cognia’s final report, noting that the accreditation agency had made no change to the school district's accreditation status.
GCPS seeks mentors for 2021-22
In Gwinnett County Public Schools, we believe in the Power of One… one caring adult can change a child’s life.
Transportation, SNP team up for lunch deliveries on scheduled DLDs
On Tuesday, Sept. 14, our bus drivers will be on the road and at every bus stop to deliver meals prepared by School Nutrition Program staff.
GCPS partners with Health Dept. for mobile walk-in vaccination clinics
GCPS encourages our community to learn more about COVID-19 vaccinations and take advantage of opportunities to get vaccinated.
GCPS community invited to share key topics for upcoming discussions
GCPS wants to hear from the community—students, families, staff, and community members—about the topics that are important to them.
It’s More than Meals…
While breakfast and lunch will be provided at no charge this school year, it still pays to complete the Free and Reduced-price Meal Application.
New initiatives, ‘tried and true strategies’ support safety in GCPS schools
School safety and communication with parents continue to be a priority for GCPS.
Back to School 2021: Watch for buses on the road and students at bus stops and crosswalks!
Safety is a priority when it comes to transporting students and we all play a role in keeping kids safe!
Back to School 2021: District to continue meals at no cost for all GCPS students
GCPS’ award-winning School Nutrition Program will continue to provide tasty, nutritious meals to students at no cost this school year, under a federal waiver.
Back to School 2021: GCPS to require masks based on CDC guidance
In response to the latest guidance for K-12 schools issued on July 27, 2021, by the CDC, GCPS has updated its back-to-school plans to require masks.