Sunday, May 12, 2013
Chicken nuggets and Gwinnett's Best Burger are on Monday's menus.
Here’s what’s being served for lunch at Gwinnett County Schools: Pre-K Chicken Nuggets PBJ’wich Veggie Nuggets Sweet Potato Fries Assorted Fresh Veggies Assorted Fresh Fruit Elementary Chicken Nuggets Yogurt & Elf Grahams Pinwheels Veggie Nuggets Sweet Potato Fries Cupped Fruit Assorted Dried Fruit Middle School Premium Roasted Chicken Gwinnett’s Best Burger Sensational Subs Featured Salads Yogurt & Gourmet Bread Fresh Seasonal Fruits Sweet Potato Fries High School Asian Chicken Chunks Gwinnett’s Best Burger Robust Wraps Tex-Mex Tacos Big Daddy's Pizza Featured Salads Veggie Burger
Saturday, May 11, 2013
Marci Sledge takes over for the school, as the current principal is retiring.
The Gwinnett County school board has appointed a veteran educator to take over the helm of Pinckneyville Middle School. In a special called meeting May 9, board members approved a transfer of Marci Sledge to Pinckneyville Middle School. She is currently the principal at Trip Elementary in Grayson. In addition, she is a 2007 graduate of the district's Quality-Plus Leader Academy. She takes over for Wanda Yeargin, who is retiring. Her appointment is effective July 1. Employment History: 2008-Present -- Principal, Trip Elementary 2003-2008 -- Assistant Principal, Hull Middle 1999-2003 -- Physics, Chemistry, and Biology Teacher, Norcross High 1996-1999 -- 8th Grade Physical and Earth Science Teacher, John Muir Middle, Los Angeles Unified …
Friday, May 10, 2013
The Norcross High School teams are big fund raisers for the 2013 event scheduled for this weekend in Lawrenceville.
The 2013 version of the Gwinnett Relay for Life is near, and Norcross High is coming up big in fundraising. NHS ranks second in the most monies raised, with more than $38,300 pledged so far (as of midday May 8), according to the Gwinnett Relay website. Among participating teams, North Gwinnett High takes the top spot with about $72,000. Mill Creek High is in third place with more than $25,300 raised. Relay for Life, which is a function of the American Cancer Society, will be held at the Gwinnett Fairgrounds in Lawrenceville on May 10-11, beginning at 7 p.m. It's an organized, overnight fund-raising walk to raise money for cancer patients. Teams of people camp out around a track, and take turns walking around a track. Also, food, games and …
Thursday, May 9, 2013
The teacher resigned Monday, May 6, as a result of an investigation into an alleged incident involving a student.
A Mountain View High School teacher is facing a charge of sexual assault in connection with an alleged inappropriate relationship with a student. According to Gwinnett County Public Schools Director of Media Relations Jorge Quintana, Mountain View High School mathematics teacher Thomas Frederick Grimshaw, of 2840 Ashton Tree Court in Dacula, resigned Monday, May 6, as a result of a human resources investigation into the alleged relationship. The investigation began May 3 after MVHS principal Keith Chaney reported a possible sexual assault, which allegedly occurred at the school on April 29. "The district did make a report to DFACS and to the Professional Standards Commission regarding these allegations. A warrant was issued for his …
Chicken tacos and seafood are on the menus for Friday.
Here’s what’s being served for lunch at Gwinnett County Schools: Pre-K Cheesy Chicken Taco PBJ’wich Veggie Burger Amazin’ Fruit Salad Assorted Fresh Veggies Assorted Fresh Fruits Elementary School Chicken Taco Poppin’ Popcorn Shrimp Pinwheels Hummus Sandwich Cauliflower Gratin Fruit Salad Assorted Dried Fruit Middle School Tortellini Alfredo Catch of the Day Sensational Subs Featured Salads Hummus Sandwich Amazin’ Fruit Salad Roasted Asparagus High School Lasagna Seafood Basket Robust Wraps Tasty Toasties Big Daddy's Pizza Featured Salads Veggie Burger
Wednesday, May 8, 2013
Grilled cheese and tacos are being served for lunch Thursday.
Here’s what’s being served for lunch at Gwinnett County Schools: Pre-K Cheesy Grilled Cheese PBJ Graham Snacker Veggie Burger Steamed Broccoli Assorted Fresh Veggies Assorted Fresh Fruits Elementary School Homestyle Wings Golden Grilled Cheese Scrumptious Subs Veggie Sandwich Oven Baked Fries Fresh Berries Chilled Fruit Middle School Beef & Cheese Tacos Big Daddy's Pizza Turkey Club Featured Salads Veggie Burger Fresh Berries Fiesta Corn Salad High School Herb Roasted Turkey Ultimate Hot Dog Bar Sensational Subs Hawaiian Chicken Sammie Flat Bread Pizza Featured Salads Banana Yogurt Bar
The state Department of Education released the first results from the new Georgia College and Career Ready Performance Index which replaces Adequate Yearly Progress report.
Gwinnett County Public Schools scored above the state average in a new performance rating system that assesses whether schools are producing students ready for college. Peachtree Corners students who attend Duluth or Norcross high schools are included in this report. The state Department of Education released the first results, which are based on 2011-2012 data, from the new College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI) on May 7. It considers achievement, progress, and the achievement gap using a 100-point scale, and replaces Adequate Yearly Progress used in No Child Left Behind. In Gwinnett County, the elementary score is 93.5, middle school is 94.3 percent and high school is 76.4 percent. That's compared to the state averages of: 83…
Tuesday, May 7, 2013
Karson Smith, a second grade student, has been named the Peachtree Corners Rotary Club's student of the month.
On Monday, May 6, 2013 during its weekly meeting, the Peachtree Corners Rotary Club recognized recognized Karson Smith who attends Simpson Elementary School, as its student of the month. A proclamation was presented which pronounced: Simpson Elementary is proud to recognize Karson Smith from Ms. Walker’s second grade class as our Rotary Student of the Month. Karson is an excellent student and we are proud of the exceptional learner and leader he has become during his years at Simpson. As a learner, he accepts every challenge given to him by his teachers. Karson is highly motivated to push himself further than any expectations. Whatever the task, Karson strives to be his very best. He shows enthusiasm for learning and works hard each and …
Ten Gwinnett high schools were among the nation's top schools.
Ten high schools in Gwinnett County have made Newsweek's 2013 list of the nation's top schools. Newsweek released the rankings May 6. The Gwinnett County schools making the list are: The rankings are based, in part, on graduation rates, college acceptance and SAT scores. To see the full methodology, click here. -- Want to know how Gwinnett County schools ranked in the recent U.S. News & World Report? Click here for that list. --
Monday, May 6, 2013
The nonprofit is in need of supplies to give away for the upcoming school year.
Norcross Cooperative Ministries is in need of school supplies for a special giveaway planned in July. According to the nonprofit's website, the organization is in need of: Community members should bring school supplies in person to 2275 Mitchell Road, Norcros. Donation hours are: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Tuesday, 4 p.m. - 8 p.m., and Saturday, 10 a.m. - noon.
