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April 2, 2026

GCPS families have the opportunity to meet Dr. Estrella at the upcoming Area Board and Town Hall Meetings. Dates and locations are listed below, and you can find more information on the website.

The 2026 Area Board and Town Hall Meetings are organized by School Board district. (However, citizens can attend any one of the five meetings.) Attendees will have the opportunity to meet Gwinnett County Public Schools’ incoming superintendent, Dr. Alexandra Estrella, and members of the Gwinnett County Board of Education. Meetings begin at 6 p.m. in the host school’s theater. A map to each location is available via the name of the school. All meetings will be streamed live and recorded.

• District I, hosted by Ms. Rachel Ruffin Stone on Monday, April 27 at Archer High School
• DIstrict II, hosted by Mr. Steven B. Knudsen on Friday, April 24 at Discovery High School
• District III, hosted by Mr. Steve Gasper on Wednesday, April 29 at Peachtree Ridge High School
• District IV, hosted by Dr. Adrienne Simmons on Thursday, April 30 at Parkview High School
• District V, hosted by Dr. Tarece Johnson-Morgan on Tuesday, April 28 at Meadowcreek High School

Brookwood High School's marching band performs in Gas South video

Mill Creek and North Gwinnett Dance teams named 2026 GHSA Dance State Champions

South Gwinnett High School's 3DE team advances to Nationals

Alternative Rock group The Paradox visits Grayson Tech
STE(A)M Truck brings hands-on learning to Trickum Middle students

Duncan Creek Elementary receives 2026 School Crashers Grant

Harbins Elementary welcomes Lulu the Baby Goat
GCPS students selected to participate in the Disney Dreamers Academy
Hopkins and Stripling elementary schools meet student needs beyond the classroom

In case you missed it: Science Fair winners advance to the next level

Be on the lookout for the Spring 2026 issue of Essentials! You'll find information about our award-winning staff members, Career, Technical, and Agricultural Student of the Year honorees, and an insert with details about how E-SPLOST is being used to enhance the district's infrastructure. Families of middle and high school students will get the newsletter in the mail, and elementary school families can find it in their child's folder.

Georgia Milestones measures how well students have learned the knowledge and skills outlined in the state-adopted content standards in English language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies. The Georgia Department of Education provides support and resources for all students taking the End-of- Grade (3–8) and End-of-Course (9–12) assessments. Please visit this link to access additional information and resources.

• Grades 3–5 Milestones End-of-Grade Testing Dates: April 21–30
• Grades 6–8 Milestones End-of-Grade Testing Dates: April 20–May 1
• Grades 9–12 Milestones End-of-Course Testing Dates: April 27–May 1

School Clinic Workers play such an essential role in our school community, from managing health concerns to offering comfort and care during challenging moments.

GCPS Regional Athletic Directors receive honors from Georgia Athletic Directors Association

All parents and guardians of current GCPS students are invited to attend the Family Advisory Council (FAC) meetings, to partner with GCPS leaders on topics that impact our students and schools. Please register by April 14, so we can ensure we have the necessary resources to make each meeting a success.

Relay For Life of Gwinnett will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 4–10 p.m. at Suwanee Town Center. This free, family-friendly event includes a Survivor Celebration, activities for students of all ages in the Gold Zone, food trucks, live entertainment, and opportunities to connect with others who are committed to making a difference.

We hope you will join Team GCPS on April 25 as we stand together for a cause that impacts so many of our families.

Gwinnett County Families,

We want to make you aware of an ongoing trend involving large gatherings of teenagers commonly referred to as “Teen Takeovers.” These gatherings are typically organized through social media and involve large groups meeting at shopping centers, parks, parking lots, or other public locations. While many attend to socialize, these events have, in some cases, led to fights, property damage, traffic disruptions, and other situations that can quickly become unsafe due to the size of the crowd and the environment.

With Spring Break approaching, this is a good time to talk with your children about making safe and responsible decisions, being aware of their surroundings, and leaving any situation that begins to feel unsafe. Encouraging teens to think ahead about how they will get home, who they are with, and what to do if a situation changes can help prevent a fun night from turning into a dangerous one.

Our goal is simply to help keep students safe and ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable Spring Break. Thank you for your continued support.

Gwinnett Police Department | Public Information Office
770-513-5215 | 770 Hi Hope Rd. Lawrenceville, GA 30043 | GwinnettPolice.com

Mark Your Calendar to attend an upcoming Board Meetings, or watch it livestream. View the full 2026 meeting calendar on our website.

• April 14, 6:00 p.m. – Work Session

• April 16 – Budget Work Session at 5:00 p.m. and Business Meeting at 7:00 p.m.

You can email your School Board members, individually or as a group; or contact the Coordinator of Board Services at 678-301-6040 or by email at MySchoolBoard@gcpsk12.org.

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