The Pulse Post March 2nd-March 6th

Hello Pulse Families,

I hope you and your loved ones are doing well.

I want to thank our students and families for your continued partnership and commitment to excellence. Your support helps us create a strong and thriving Pulse community! As we look ahead, I would like to share a few important highlights and reminders:

💡 Highlights:

• EES Survey Participation: Thank you to the families who have already completed the Educational Effectiveness Survey (EES). Your voice truly matters. If you have not yet completed the survey, please use this LINK to access it.
• District Recognition: We are honored and very proud to announce that one of our seniors, Jasmine Ozorio-Antonio has been named the 2026 GCPS Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE).

✅ Reminders:

• Safety: Please speak with your children about the importance of not opening side doors for others to enter the building. As part of our safety procedures, all students and visitors must enter through the front door, where proper screening can take place. Remind your child that failing to follow these safety expectations may result in serious consequences, as keeping our campus secure is a responsibility we all share.
• Attendance: We have noticed an increase in student absences over the past two weeks. Please take a moment to talk with your child about the importance of attending school every day. Consistent attendance strengthens their learning and helps them build important habits that will support their future success.
• Course Selection Review: Course registration season is here. Please take time this weekend to sit down with your student and carefully review their course selections for next year. This is an important opportunity to discuss academic goals, graduation requirements, and postsecondary plans. Thoughtful planning now ensures students remain on track and aligned with their future aspirations.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support.

Yours in service,

Dr. Hernandez

Principal.

Congratulations to Valedictorian Yasmin Munoz and Salutatorian Atri Roy, who were recognized this week at the Annual Gwinnett County Public Schools Valedictorian and Salutatorian Breakfast Celebration! We are very proud of them!

In the words of our district spokesperson: "It was a true honor to gather together to recognize the extraordinary accomplishments of the Class of 2026's top scholars. Their dedication, perseverance, and commitment to excellence have distinguished you among an exceptional group of peers. We are incredibly proud of you and excited to see the impact you will make in the years ahead. To our families, teachers and staff—thank you for the guidance, encouragement, and support you provide each day. Celebrations like this reflect not only individual achievement, but the collective investment of parents, teachers, principals, and our entire Team GCPS community."

We are incredibly proud to celebrate Jasmine Ozorio-Antonio, a standout senior at McClure Health Science High School, who has been named the 2026 Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE) Student of the Year for Gwinnett County Public Schools! 🏆

This prestigious honor recognizes Jasmine’s outstanding achievement, leadership, and commitment throughout her CTAE pathway — exemplifying the very best of career and technical education in GCPS.

And the accolades don’t stop there…

In just the past few days, Jasmine has also earned two major national recognitions:

✨ 2026 National Honor Society Scholarship for Leadership and Service
Awarded by the National Honor Society, Jasmine is one of only 25 students in the entire country selected — and the only student from Georgia to receive this honor.

✨ 2026 Aspirations in Computing (AiC) High School Award
Presented by National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT), Jasmine is one of just 40 students nationally recognized for her achievements in computing — again, the only recipient from the state of Georgia.

These extraordinary accomplishments speak to Jasmine’s academic excellence, leadership, service, and dedication to innovation. She represents Pulse with integrity and distinction at the district, state, and national levels.

We are beyond proud of her and excited to see all that she will continue to accomplish! 💙✨

We are proud to share that Tayyab Rajgoli has officially advanced to Finalist standing in the National Merit Scholarship Program! This is an outstanding academic accomplishment that reflects his dedication, perseverance, and commitment to excellence.

Our Health Science Internship students participated in hands-on clinical simulations and college-style mock interviews to prepare for the realities of healthcare and higher education.

Students engaged in real-world healthcare scenarios in the lab, then transitioned to professional interviews focused on college and scholarship readiness — arriving in professional attire with resumes in hand. Each student received individualized feedback (“2 glows and 2 grows”) to strengthen confidence, communication, and interview skills as they enter this important season.

A special thank you to Mrs. Berry and Dr. Mitchell for helping lead this impactful work, and to all of our volunteers who participated in the process and poured into our students.

As we close out Black History Month, our BSU will host its annual BSU Cookout on Friday, 2/27/26 — a celebration of culture, community, and connection.

Throughout the month, we’ve honored the legacy, excellence, and impact of Black leaders past and present. This Friday’s cookout is an opportunity for students and staff to come together in fellowship, reflection, and joy as we celebrate the rich contributions of the Black community within Pulse and beyond.

We are grateful to our BSU student leaders and sponsors for creating spaces that uplift voices, build belonging, and strengthen our school culture.

Black history is not just a month — it is a legacy that continues to shape our future.

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Meadowcreek & McClure varsity boys' basketball team will play in the Sweet 16 game this Saturday, here at Meadowcreek @ 4:00pm! Below is the link for GoFan to purchase tickets. Tickets are $11.50 unless you have a GHSA Coaches pass

https://gofan.co/event/6218185?schoolId=GA5152

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Gemini now offers free, full-length SAT practice tests in partnership with The Princeton Review, providing students with instant feedback and customized study plans. Students can explore this feature on the AI page of the Student 1:1 Support site, which is bookmarked directly on their Chromebooks.

Ramadan Information & Student Support

• Ramadan is a sacred month observed by Muslims worldwide and is a time of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community.

• Based on the Islamic lunar calendar, Ramadan is expected to begin the evening of Wednesday, February 18, 2026, and conclude on Thursday, March 19, 2026.

  
  

Meal Support for Students

• GCPS will offer meals to students fasting during Ramadan.

• Meals will be available for students to pick up and take home from February 17, 2026, through March 19, 2026.

• As we have done in the past, the cafeteria will have a designated service window open specifically for students observing fasting.

• Meals will be available at the end of the school day, prior to students heading to buses or car rider pickup.

• Families who would like their student to receive meals next week should complete the registration form by Thursday, February 19, at 4:00 p.m.

  
  

Spaces & Accommodations

• During lunch segments, students may choose to remain in the Commons or relocate to the Media Center.

• Students may use a designated area in the Media Center or request a private space through Mrs. Sly.

• Students who wish to reserve a quiet space to pray during the school day may reach out to their school counselorfor coordination.

• Parents visiting the school who would like accommodations for prayer may let a staff member know, and we will be ready to assist and coordinate those accommodations.

  
  

Our Commitment

• We are committed to honoring our students’ cultural and religious identities and supporting an inclusive and respectful learning environment for all.

Please email your student's counselor or Assistant Principal if you have any questions or concerns.

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