Six Finalists Named for Gwinnett County Teacher of the Year!

Six teachers have been selected as finalists for the 2027 Gwinnett County Teacher of the Year (TOTY) title. The finalists are Tram Nguyen of Bethesda Elementary School, Stephanie Guynn of Burnette Elementary School, Dr. Lisa Babbage of Radloff Middle School, Austin Hannon of Twin Rivers Middle School, Dr. Candice Richardson of GIVE Center East, and Batavia Sumlin of Paul Duke STEM High School. You can learn more about each of the finalists here.

Come with GCPS as we surprise the finalists!

Informational meetings for GCPS' Special Schools

GCPS offers students the opportunity to gain unique learning experiences through our Special Schools:

Grayson Technical Education Program
Gwinnett Online Campus
Gwinnett School of Mathematics, Science, and Technology
Maxwell High School of Technology
New Life Academy of Excellence
School of the Arts @ Central Gwinnett High School

Learn more about registration dates and informational meetings for each school, and details about registration and enrollment or lottery processes.

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Thanksgiving Break

Schools are closed from Monday, November 24 through Friday, November 28.

Semester One exams

High school students will take first semester exams December 17, 18, and 19, and will be released early on those days.

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Winter Break

Schools are closed from Monday, December 22 through Friday, January 2, 2026.

Join us on December 9 from 6 to 8 p.m. for “Unlocking the Future: The Power of Mathematics for Your Child's Success,” a virtual event where you'll learn effective strategies to support your child's growth as a mathematician and problem solver. Discover valuable tips that can help your child excel in mathematics and explore how real-world applications can enhance their learning and unlock their full potential.

Plan to Attend the January GCPS Family Advisory Council Meeting

You’re invited to our next GCPS Family Advisory Council (FAC) meeting on January 6, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Lawrenceville First United Methodist Church (395 West Crogan Street, Lawrenceville). Please register by January 1, 2026, so that the team can provide sufficient resources (interpreters, materials, refreshments, seating). If you do not register, you are still welcome to attend — the registration helps us plan better.

GCPS to hold annual Child Find event on December 11

GCPS will provide an opportunity for families of children with disabilities and/or suspected disabilities to speak with a District representative on Thursday, December 11. Interested parties may drop in between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. at the J. Alvin Wilbanks Instructional Support Center, 437 Old Peachtree Road NW, in Suwanee, Building 200. Learn more about services available to support students with disabilities.

Winter Wonderland Ball

Gwinnett County Parks invites individuals with disabilities and their families and caregivers to celebrate the winter holidays with music, dancing, games, and refreshments. The Winter Wonderland Ball will take place at Rhodes Jordan Community Recreation Center from 4–7 p.m. on Saturday, December 13. More information is available from Gwinnett County Parks.

New Policy for Student Cellphones and Devices under review

At the November 20 Board of Education monthly meeting a new policy, Policy JCDAF - Use of Electronic Devices by Students, is being placed on the table for review until the December 18, 2025, monthly meeting. This policy aims to help students stay focused and safe at school and is aligned with Georgia’s new Distraction-Free Education Act (HB 340) that was signed into law. Learn more about what students and families need to know.