The Pulse Post Feb 2nd-Feb 6th

Pulse Families,

As we close out this week, I want to take a moment to thank our students, staff, and families for the continued care and commitment you show one another every day. Even during busy and demanding weeks, the strength of our Pulse community is evident in the way we support students, stay connected, and keep learning at the center of all we do.

I am especially proud of the work happening across classrooms as students remain engaged in rigorous instruction and meaningful learning experiences. Our teachers and staff continue to go above and beyond to create safe, welcoming spaces where students feel supported academically and emotionally.

We also want to celebrate moments of excellence and leadership within our school community. From academic achievements to positive contributions to school culture, it is inspiring to see our students and staff recognized for their dedication and impact.

As always, our counselors, teachers, and administrators are available to support students and families. We encourage students to reach out to a trusted adult if they need assistance, and families to contact us with any questions or concerns.

Thank you for your partnership and for being an essential part of the Pulse. We wish everyone a restful and safe weekend ahead.

Yours in Service,

Dr. Hernandez

Your Principal

PS. Thank you to those parents and students who joined me for Talks today!

We are proud to congratulate Dr. Shang and all of our STEM students on a highly successful Local School Science Fair, held on Friday, January 23, 2026. This event showcased the incredible talent, dedication, and scientific curiosity of our students, who invested significant time and effort—both at home and after school in the AP Biology lab—to produce thoughtful, high-quality research projects.

Under Dr. Shang’s leadership and guidance, students explored meaningful scientific questions, designed experiments, and applied critical thinking skills to address real-world problems. The depth of inquiry and overall quality of student work reflected the strong foundation built through our school’s STEM and science programs.

We are especially excited to celebrate that 14 student projects advanced to the Regional Science Fair on February 27, 2026, a remarkable accomplishment that highlights the perseverance, growth, and academic excellence of our science community.

Congratulations to Dr. Shang, all participating students, and our science team for fostering a culture of innovation, inquiry, and excellence. We are incredibly proud of everyone who contributed to making this event such a success! 💙🔬

Our International Night was truly an unforgettable celebration of culture, community, and connection! The Commons came alive with music, performances, food, and traditions from around the world, creating an atmosphere that was both joyful and meaningful for our students, families, and staff.

A huge thank you to all of our club sponsors who went above and beyond to bring their clubs together and make the night so engaging and eventful. Your dedication, creativity, and behind-the-scenes work made every detail shine.

Special recognition goes to GSLT, sponsored by Mr. Robins and Ms. Klimp, for their leadership and vision in helping make this event as grand and impactful as it was. Their efforts truly elevated the experience and set the tone for an incredible evening.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to making International Night a beautiful reflection of our school’s diversity and spirit. This was a night to remember! 🌎💙

We were honored to welcome State Representative, Marvin Lim to campus for a powerful session with our HoPe students, focused on building basic technology literacy skills with real-world impact. During the visit, students engaged in hands-on learning around essential tech concepts and tools, with a clear purpose: to reteach and share these skills with members of our community.

This experience empowered our students to step into leadership roles as peer educators and community advocates—reinforcing the idea that learning doesn’t stop at the classroom door. We are grateful for the time, expertise, and commitment to student voice and service that made this opportunity possible.

Thank you for investing in our students and helping them grow as confident leaders ready to make a difference beyond our school walls. 💙💻

Ms. Solinski, we want to recognize the amazing work you’ve been doing behind the scenes as a member of the Attendance Committee. Your dedication, consistency, and problem-solving mindset have made a meaningful difference in how we support student attendance. Thank you for stepping up, staying committed, and always keeping students at the center of your work. We are lucky to have you on Team Pulse! 💙

Ms. Chan, thank you for the incredible behind-the-scenes work you’ve been doing as part of the Attendance Committee. Your attention to detail, follow-through, and commitment to supporting students often happens quietly—but the impact is loud and clear. Because of your efforts, systems are stronger and students are better supported. We see you, we appreciate you, and we are so grateful for all you do! 💙

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In honor of National Wear Red Day (Friday, February 6th) and American Heart Month, we are kicking things off early!

Join us on Thursday, February 5th by wearing RED to support heart health awareness and show our commitment to wellness for our school and community.

Let’s wear red, spread awareness, and keep our hearts strong—together! ❤️👕

ParentSquare is our primary communication tool for school and district updates. Families can customize how and when they receive messages (email, text, or app notifications) to stay informed in the way that works best for them.

🔗 Learn how to customize your ParentSquare notifications here:
https://www.gcpsk12.org/students/handbook-information-for-students-and-families/parentsquare/customizing-your-parentsquare-experience

Please click on the link to view the January edition of our Senior Newsletter:

Senior Newsletter - January Edition

Ms. Anderson

candice.anderson@gcpsk12.org

Senior Counselor

For everyone’s safety, we encourage families to arrive earlier during carpool. Earlier arrival helps reduce congestion and keeps our students safe.

If your student arrives late to school, they will need to scan their Student ID barcode in order to receive a tardy pass. Students can access their barcode easily in StudentVUE:

1. Log into StudentVUE.
2. Click the ID icon in the bottom left corner.
3. Swipe up to display the Student ID barcode.

Please encourage your student to practice accessing their barcode ahead of time so check-in can be quick and smooth!

Link HERE

Families, please remember that students must be picked up within 15–30 minutes after an event concludes. Late pickups may result in students losing the privilege to participate in future after-school activities.

To keep dismissal safe and efficient during after-school events (such as Pink Out, Hispanic Heritage Festival, International Night, Black History Month Cookout, etc.) , please review our pick-up plan and traffic flow map before you arrive.

To help ensure smooth dismissal, please review our After-School Pick-Up Map and Plan below:
📍 View Pick-Up Plan / Map

Thank you for helping us keep all students safe and ensure that events run smoothly and on time!

Dear Parent/Guardian:

Children need healthy meals to learn. Gwinnett County Public Schools offers healthy meals every school day. Breakfast costs $1.75; lunch costs $2.50 for elementary and $2.75 at middle and high schools. Your children may qualify for free meals or for reduced-price meals. The reduced price is $.30 for breakfast and $.40 for lunch. The following information includes an application for free or reduced-price meal benefits and a set of detailed instructions. Below are some common questions and answers to help you with the application process.

• All children in households receiving benefits from Georgia SNAP or TANF are eligible for free
• Foster children that are under the legal responsibility of a foster care agency or court are eligible for free
• Children participating in their school’s Head Start program are eligible for free
• Children who meet the definition of homeless, runaway, or migrant are eligible for free
• Children may receive free or reduced-price meals if your household’s income is within the limits on the Federal Income Eligibility Chart. Your children may qualify for free or reduced-price meals if your household income falls at or below the limits on this chart.

1. Free or reduced meal prices for a healthy, nutritious student meal.

2. Additional funding for technology and internet access.

3. Discounts on fees associated with the college application process.

4. Discounted fees for SAT, ACT, and AP exams along with other scholarship opportunities.

5. Increased funding to support education.

Everyday, Chick-fil-A sells lunch during all lunch periods, Monday–Friday.

Menu items include:

• Chick-n-Strip™ Slider – $3.50

• Grilled Chicken Cool Wrap® (Half) – $4.50

Payments accepted: Cash or Card.

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The Back-to-School Guide is a digital resource with district information about the new school year. Previously called the “Virtual Back-to-School Backpack,” the Back-To-School Guide will be available after July 11, 2025, by clicking HERE