Schools
Back to School: Supply Lists, Tax-Free Weekend, Meal Prices
Gwinnett County public school students go back to class on August 7. Here's a few things to help you prepare.
In about three weeks, thousands of school children living in Gwinnett County will be headed back to school. Here's a few things parents need to know.
First Day of School:
The first day back for students is Wednesday, Aug. 7. Teachers are required back a week earlier, July 31. The first holiday is Labor Day, Sept. 2. (Click here for the entire 2013-2014 school calendar.)
Meal Prices Higher:
Do not forget that school meal prices have increased. Elementary school lunch is $2.25, and middle school and high school lunch is $2.50. (Apply online for free or reduced meals.)
Supply Lists:
Most likely your child's school has supply lists available. We've listed several below. If your child's school is not listed here, check the school's website, or call the school's office.
- Simpson Elementary School
- Peachtree Elementary School
- Pinckneyville Middle School: 6th grade, 7th grade, 8th grade
Tax-Free Weekend:
Georgia's tax-free weekend is August 9-10. Gwinnett County students will already be back in school, but parents may be able to hold off on big purchases until then. Clothing with a sales price of $100 or less per item is included.
Click here for a complete list of what's on the tax-free list.
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