Gwinnett County Public Schools public meetings in 2022
31 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Monthly Business Meeting 7 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education will consider adopting an amended agenda that adds a new business item for a $1,000 one-time payment to employees. The consent agenda includes approvals for i-Ready instructional resources, multiple vendor contracts (including Amazon Business, PeopleSoft support, and IBM Passport Advantage), and interior renovations at Arcado, Bethesda, and Mountain Park elementary schools. The meeting also features a community presentation from the Archer Cluster and a fine arts performance by the Archer High School Chamber Orchestra.
- New Business item 10.03: $1,000 Employee One-Time Payment
- Consent agenda: i-Ready Instructional Resources purchase from Curriculum Associates
- Consent agenda: GA-2208AMS Amazon Business contract renewal (Jan 2023–Jan 2024)
- Consent agenda: PeopleSoft Support and Maintenance Renewal from Oracle America (Jan–Dec 2023)
- Consent agenda: Interior renovations at Arcado ES, Bethesda ES, and Mountain Park ES
Monthly Work Session 2:00 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education will discuss the 2022 Accountability Report, including district CCRPI results and strategic plan KPIs. Staff will present proposed revisions to K-12 Mathematics and other AKS standards from the GEMS Oversight Committee for board approval. The board will also receive updates on staffing, monthly finances, inclement weather procedures, and policy changes for employee voice, equity policy charter, and complaint resolution process.
- 2022 Accountability Report (CCRPI and KPI results)
- GEMS Oversight Committee recommendation for K-12 Math and other AKS standards (for board approval)
- Staffing update on GCPS hiring needs
- Monthly financial report
- Policy changes: GAEC (Elevating Employee Voice), Equity Policy Charter, IKBC (Complaint Resolution Process)
Monthly Work Session 2:00 p.m.
This November 17, 2022 work session is a discussion-only meeting where Gwinnett County Board of Education members receive updates on technology, school safety, staffing, finances, legislative priorities for 2023, the 2023–2024 calendar, and the 2023 graduation schedule. Staff also review recommended changes to two policies: KM (Visitors to Schools) and KCA (Elevating Stakeholder Voice). No votes or decisions are taken at a work session.
- Technology and Innovation Update from Chief Technology Officer Glenn Melendez
- Safe, Secure, Successful Schools update on school safety
- Staffing update from Chief Human Resources Officer Cathy Hardin
- Monthly Financial Report from CFO Joe Heffron
- 2023 Legislative Priorities presented by Jorge Gomez
Monthly Business Meeting 7 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education will vote to adopt its agenda, which includes an amendment to add a New Business item on the 2023 Consortium of State School Boards Association National Conference. The meeting also features multiple recognitions for students and teachers, including perfect AP exam scores and industry certifications. No major policy decisions or financial actions are on the agenda.
- Adoption of amended agenda adding New Business item 11.03 (2023 Consortium of State School Boards Association National Conference)
- Recognition of 8 GCPS students with perfect Advanced Placement exam scores
- Industry Certification in Health Science for Shiloh High School teacher Krystal Tomlin
- Industry Certification in Graphic Design for Maxwell High School of Technology teacher Lei Snelling
- Industry Certification in Audio, Visual, Technology and Film for Meadowcreek High School teacher Nancy Khashan
Monthly Business Meeting 7 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education is holding its monthly business meeting to adopt the agenda, hear public comment, and receive a cluster presentation. The board will vote on a consent agenda that includes software and equipment renewals, as well as contract awards for HVAC modifications at Craig and Jackson schools. These facility projects are funded by the 2021 General Obligation Bonds and will maintain building systems for students and staff.
- Award HVAC modification contracts to BON Building Services, Inc. ($2,395,000) for Craig ES and John F. Pennebaker Co., Inc. ($2,098,194) for Jackson ES
- Approve renewal of Dynatrace SaaS Software contract through October 2025
- Approve contracts for B-2314NR printers/scanners, B-2315NR audio visual equipment, and B-2316NR network cabling services
- Approve RFP-2302KM HVAC air filter replacement services contract with Filter Pro USA
- Review purchase orders of $2,000 or more and approve September 15, 2022 meeting minutes
Monthly Work Session 2:00 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss multiple topics including updates on career and technical education pathways, staffing needs, financial reports, and proposed changes to policies on visitors to schools and elevating employee voice. The board will also set legislative priorities for 2023 and reserve time for governance team communications. No votes are taken at this work session.
- Update on Multiple Pathways for All and Career and Technical Education programs
- Staffing update from Chief Human Resources Officer Cathy Hardin
- Presentation of 2023 legislative priorities by Special Assistant Jorge Gomez
- Review of recommended changes to Policy KM – Visitors to Schools
- Review of recommended changes to Policy GAEC – Elevating Employee Voice
Monthly Business Meeting 7 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education will hold its monthly business meeting, which includes voting on a $10,945,000 contract for the Trickum Middle School addition and renovation project. The consent agenda also features contracts for paraprofessional services, technology equipment, classroom furniture, energy recovery units, and air conditioning retrofits on school buses. Public comment and a presentation from the North Gwinnett cluster are also scheduled.
- $10,945,000 contract award to Amacher Brothers Construction for Trickum Middle School addition and renovation
- Continued contract with ESS Southeast, LLC for paraprofessional services through December 31, 2022
- B-2219NR Revised Technology Equipment contract with multiple vendors from October 1, 2022 to September 30, 2023
- B-2133LM Classroom Furniture contract with multiple vendors, first of three possible renewals
- B-2306KM Energy Recovery Units (ERUs) purchase contract with Insight Partners
Monthly Work Session 2:00 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss staffing needs, a monthly financial report, and updates to policies on post-secondary readiness, graduation requirements, balanced assessments, and open records. Staff will also present on initiatives for a supportive community for the whole learner. No votes are expected; the session is for discussion ahead of the regular monthly business meeting.
- Staffing update on current GCPS staffing needs
- Monthly financial report from CFO Joe Heffron
- Policy IHC Post-Secondary Readiness update
- Policy IHFB Graduation Requirements update
- Policy KBA Open Records update
Monthly Business Meeting 7 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education will hold its monthly business meeting, adopting an amended agenda and hearing public comment. The board will recognize several students and staff for academic and professional achievements, then act on a consent agenda that includes purchase orders and contracts for International OEM parts, tutoring services, Read 180 instructional materials, and other items. The consent agenda also includes approval of the July 21, 2022, meeting minutes.
- Adoption of amended agenda that adds a new personnel item
- Recognition of Beth Autrey as 2022 Georgia Marketing Education Association Administrator of the Year
- Recognition of GSMST students for 1st Place in Georgia's Division of the National Economics Challenge
- Approval of B-2005NR International OEM Parts contract (final renewal) with Rush Truck Center
- Approval of B-2201BM Tutoring Services and Professional Development contract (first renewal)
Monthly Work Session 12:00 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education held a work session to discuss informational updates and policy proposals ahead of its monthly business meeting. Topics included a back-to-school update, school safety, staffing, financials, and several student conduct policies (JCDI, JCAC, JCD, JCDAG, JDD, JDF). No votes were taken; the session was for discussion and information only.
- Back-to-School update from principals of Rock Springs Elementary, Coleman Middle, and McClure Health Science High
- Discipline response and tribunal updates on the Board's Theory of Action to Improve Student Behavior
- 2023-2024 school calendar development process overview
- School safety update from Chief of School Police Tony Lockard
- Policy updates on student conduct, bullying, sexual harassment, and suspension/expulsion
Monthly Business Meeting 7 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education will consider three new business items added by amendment: Policy JCD on student behavior, a settlement agreement in Doe v. Gwinnett County School District, and the 5-year strategic plan 'Our Blueprint for the Future.' The consent agenda includes routine purchases, a contract for carpet and floor covering, and a right-of-way acquisition for GDOT compensating the district $50,400.
- Right-of-way acquisition for GDOT along Hi-Hope Road and Hurricane Shoals Road at Gwinnett Online Campus, compensated $50,400
- Consent agenda includes purchase orders report, online curriculum program (N2Y), Alcatel network equipment, Freightliner OEM parts, carpet and floor covering (DCO Commercial Floors)
- New business: Policy JCD—Board’s Theory of Action for Change to Improve Student Behavior and Outcomes
- New business: Settlement agreement in Doe v. Gwinnett County School District
- New business: Approval of 'Our Blueprint for the Future: Building the Bridge from Empathy to Equity' 5-year strategic plan
Monthly Work Session 12:00 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education holds a work session to discuss school safety measures, a new student behavior policy (JCDI), COVID-19 updates, staffing needs, and monthly financial and strategic plan updates. The board also reviews policy changes on divisive concepts complaint resolution (IKBB), new board member orientation (BBBB), retired personnel employment (GBQ), unstructured break time (IEDA), weapons possession (KGA), and student conduct code (JCD). No votes are taken; the session is for discussion only.
- School safety measures and improvements presented by Chief of School Police
- Board's Theory of Action to Improve Student Behavior and Outcomes (JCDI) and correlated student handbook
- Policy IKBB - Divisive Concepts Complaint Resolution (new policy under state/federal law)
- Financial update from CFO Joe Heffron
- Policy KGA - Possession of Weapons at Board Facilities (changes per state/federal law)
Public Hearings on the FY2023 Millage Rate
The Gwinnett County Board of Education will hold two public hearings on July 13, 2022, to receive comments on the tentatively adopted FY2023 millage rate. Following the hearings, the board will vote to adopt the final millage rate, which determines the property tax rate for school funding. The meeting also includes an executive session for superintendent evaluation.
- Overview of FY2023 budget and tentatively adopted millage rate by Superintendent Dr. Calvin J. Watts, Deputy Superintendent Dr. Nakia Towns, and CFO Joe Heffron
- Public comments and questions on the proposed millage rate at 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
- Adoption of FY2023 millage rate at the 6:00 p.m. hearing
- Motion to enter executive session for superintendent evaluation
1st Public Hearing on the FY2023 Millage Rate
The Gwinnett County Board of Education is holding the first of two required public hearings on the tentatively adopted FY2023 millage rate, which sets the property tax levy for schools. Following the hearing, the board will consider a budget amendment to adjust salary schedules and discuss an executive session on personnel and restructuring.
- First public hearing on the FY2023 tentatively adopted millage rate
- Proposed budget amendment for salary schedules
- Executive session for personnel and restructuring
- Consortium of State School Boards Associations Urban Boards Alliance Symposium in September 2022
Monthly Business Meeting 7 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Public Schools Board will open the meeting with a call to order, moment of reflection, and pledge of allegiance. It will adopt the amended agenda, which adds a new business item for an intergovernmental agreement with Buford City Schools and removes a student discipline item. The Board will then vote on a consent agenda that includes multiple contract approvals and routine purchase orders. All items are presented as information or actions for Board approval.
- 7.04 Intergovernmental Agreement with Buford City Schools (new business)
- 3.03 Acceleration Academies contract (service term June 17, 2022 – Dec 31, 2024)
- 3.04 On Demand IT Professional Services contract (July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023)
- 3.05 Mobile Hotspot Devices purchase (July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023)
- 3.06 Brightspace Core with Performance Plus Software and Support (July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2025)
Monthly Work Session 2:00 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education holds a work session to discuss the new strategic plan (Blueprint for the Future), staffing updates, financial status, and policy changes. No votes or decisions are scheduled; items are presented for discussion and information.
- Blueprint for the Future strategic plan overview
- Staffing update on hiring needs
- Financial update from CFO
- Policy GAEB on sexual harassment/discrimination (employees)
- Policy JCD student behavior code review
2nd Public Hearing for FY2023 Budget
The Gwinnett County Board of Education will hold its second public hearing for the FY2023 budget. The meeting includes an overview by the superintendent, public comments, and board member discussion. The final millage rate adoption is scheduled for July 2022.
- Public hearing for FY2023 budget overview by Superintendent Dr. Calvin J. Watts
- Public comments and questions on the proposed budget
- Board members' comments and questions
- Final millage rate adoption scheduled for July 2022 (date TBD)
Monthly Business Meeting 7 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education will hold its monthly business meeting, beginning with fine arts performances and ceremonial items. The board will vote on an amended agenda that removes the student discipline item (7.03 Expulsions). Several board recognitions will be presented for bus driver Patricia Rodriguez and for students and staff achieving honors in foreign language exams and teaching.
- Adoption of amended agenda (removing Student Discipline item 7.03 - Expulsions)
- Recognition of bus driver Patricia Rodriguez for heroism on May 9, 2022
- Recognition of Dr. Doug Doblar with the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching
- Recognition of multiple students for National German Exam and National Latin Exam awards
- Recognition of Brookwood High School students for Classical Etymology Exam and Foreign Language Association of Georgia contest
Monthly Work Session 2:00 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education holds a work session to discuss multiple topics, including a literacy plan with a K-5 instructional resources pilot, a monthly discipline report for the 2021-22 school year, a staffing update, and the final legislative review for 2022. Policy changes to public participation at board meetings and student conduct behavior are also reviewed. No votes are taken at this meeting.
- GCPS Literacy Plan and upcoming K-5 instructional resources pilot (item 1.03)
- Monthly Discipline Report for 2021-2022 school year (item 1.02)
- Staffing Update on current hiring needs (item 2.01)
- Final Legislative Update on education-related legislation (item 2.02)
- Policy BCBI (public participation) and Policy JCD (student conduct) updates (items 3.01, 3.02)
1st Public Hearing of FY2023 Budget 6:00 p.m.
The board is holding the first public hearing to present the FY2023 budget and receive comments from the public. No votes or decisions are scheduled at this hearing. A second public hearing and final budget adoption are set for June 16, 2022, with tentative millage rate adoption to follow in July.
- Public hearing on the FY2023 budget overview presented by Superintendent Dr. Calvin J. Watts and staff
- Public comments and questions invited
- Future dates: Second public hearing and final budget adoption on June 16, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room
Special Called Meeting 8:00 a.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education will hold a special called meeting to review the final Cognia accreditation report. The meeting agenda includes a presentation by Dr. Andre Harrison of Cognia, followed by adjournment.
- Review of the final Cognia accreditation report for Gwinnett County Public Schools
Monthly Work Session 2:00 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education held a work session to discuss preliminary findings from an organizational effectiveness review, an update on balanced assessments, and a follow-up on the Strategic Waivers School System (SWSS) contract with the Georgia Department of Education, which expires June 30, 2022. Staff recommended extending the SWSS contract for two years. The board also received updates on staffing needs, legislative issues, and policy changes for public participation and student conduct behavior.
- MGT Consulting presented preliminary recommendations from the GCPS Organizational Effectiveness Review.
- Staff provided a balanced assessment update.
- The SWSS contract extension recommendation for two years will be submitted for approval at the business meeting.
- Staffing needs update for Gwinnett County Public Schools.
- Policy JCD – Student Conduct Behavior – discussion began; board will develop policy through June.
2nd Budget Work Session/Tentative Adoption of Budget 6:00 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education will hold its second budget work session and vote on tentative adoption of the FY2023 budget. The agenda includes an overview from the superintendent, board member comments and questions, and a vote on tentative adoption. Future public hearings and final adoption are scheduled for May 19, June 16, and July 2022.
- Tentative adoption vote on FY2023 budget
- Overview of FY2023 budget by Superintendent Dr. Calvin Watt and staff
- Board member comments and questions
- First public hearing set for May 19, 2022
- Second public hearing and final adoption set for June 16, 2022
Monthly Business Meeting 7:00 p.m.
The Board will adopt the meeting agenda as an action item. It will recognize students, staff, and community partners for achievements such as Relay for Life fundraising, a scholarship award, a counselor award, robotics competition wins, and a cheer team state championship. The Board will hear special entity presentations from Oakland Meadow and Buice Center, including input from principals, parents, and students. The meeting also includes a consent agenda and a fine arts performance by the School of the Arts at Central Gwinnett High School.
- Fine Arts Performance by School of the Arts @ Central Gwinnett High School
- Adoption of the meeting agenda (Board vote)
- Board recognitions of Relay for Life teams, scholarship recipient, counselor finalist, robotics competition winners, and cheer team champions
- Special Entity Presentations from Oakland Meadow and Buice Center schools
- Consent agenda items for routine approvals
Budget Work Session 5:00 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Public Schools Board holds a budget work session to review the proposed FY2023 budget. The superintendent presents an overview, followed by board member comments and a discussion of the budget review calendar.
- Overview of FY2023 Budget by Superintendent Dr. Calvin Watts and staff
- Board member comments and questions on the budget
- Budget review calendar including April 14 tentative adoption, May 19 first public hearing, and June 16 final adoption
- Future dates for millage rate adoption in July 2022
Monthly Business Meeting 7 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education will hold its monthly business meeting with a fine arts performance, recognitions, and community input from the Discovery Cluster. The board will vote on a consent agenda including approval of a single-source supplier (Amitrace) and a certificate of completion for the South Gwinnett High School HVAC project. Two items were removed from the agenda: a Strategic Waivers contract extension and expulsion hearings.
- Approval of certificate of completion for South Gwinnett High School HVAC project, partially state-funded
- Approval of Amitrace as a single-source supplier for one year
- Community and cluster input from the Discovery Cluster
- Removal of items 7.09 (SWSS contract extension) and 9.03 (expulsions) from the agenda
- Recognition of 30 graduates of the Aspiring Leader Program
Monthly Work Session 2:00 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education will receive an update on the Strategic Waivers School System (SWSS) contract, which expires on June 30, 2022, and a recommendation to extend it for two years will be presented. Staff will share the monthly discipline report for the 2021‑2022 school year, a staffing needs update, and a legislative update for the 2022 Georgia General Assembly session. The Board will also discuss policy updates on public participation, transfer credit, and student conduct behavior, and conduct an after‑action review of the prior meeting.
- SWSS contract extension recommendation (current contract expires June 30, 2022)
- Monthly discipline report for the 2021‑2022 school year
- Staffing needs update for Gwinnett County Public Schools
- Legislative update on issues in the 2022 Georgia General Assembly session
- Discussion of Policy JCD – Student Conduct Behavior, to be developed through June
Monthly Business Meeting 7 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education will vote on a consent agenda including multiple construction contracts, a fuel purchase agreement, and a mutual cancellation of a land lease with the City of Norcross. The board will also hear community input from the Dacula cluster and recognize the Collins Hill High School football team as state champions and a counselor award recipient. The meeting opens with a fine arts performance by the Dacula High School Chamber Orchestra.
- $1,665,000 contract to Superior Roofing Systems for Creekland Middle School roof replacement
- $1,265,750 contract to Dusty Greer Roofing for Crews Middle School roof replacement
- $1,656,743 contract to Striker Contracting for interior renovations at Dacula Elementary and Middle Schools
- Approval of GA-1807NR gas and diesel fuel purchase for March 2022–February 2023
- Mutual cancellation of a 10-year land lease with the City of Norcross on a 9.49-acre tract on Mitchell Road
Monthly Work Session 2:00 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education holds a work session to discuss a variety of topics, including proposed instructional resources for Language Arts, Social Studies, Career and Technical Education, and Foreign Language/Dual Language Immersion. Staff also present updates on the district's tutoring program, accreditation, discipline data, staffing, and legislative issues. The Board reviews policy changes on public participation, credit awarding, and student conduct behavior.
- Instructional resources adoption for SY2022 (Language Arts grades 3-5, select 9-12; Social Studies K-2, 6-8, select 9-12; CTE select 6-12; Foreign Language/Dual Language Immersion select K-12)
- GCPS Tutoring Program overview
- Cognia Accreditation Update
- Monthly Discipline Report for 2021-2022 school year
- Policy JCD - Student Conduct Behavior discussion
Monthly Work Session 2:00 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education holds a work session to discuss a range of topics, including updates on dyslexia support, relocation of North Metro Academy to Peachtree Elementary, and plans for digital learning in 2022-2023. Staff also present monthly discipline data, staffing needs, and a legislative update. Policy discussions include public participation in board meetings and a proposal to allow students at specialty schools to participate in athletics at their home school. No official votes are taken; these items are for discussion ahead of the regular business meeting.
- Relocation of North Metro Academy of Performing Arts to Peachtree Elementary School (Norcross Cluster)
- Policy IDE update allowing students at schools without athletic programs (e.g., Gwinnett Online Campus, McClure Health Science HS) to play at their home school
- Staff update on responding to needs of students with dyslexia
- 2022-2023 school operating plans for digital environment
- Monthly discipline report for 2021-2022 school year
Monthly Business Meeting 7 p.m.
The Gwinnett County School Board will elect its Chairman and Vice Chairman, ratify the 2022 meeting calendar and 2023 area board dates, and reappoint its legal counsel. It will also designate the Gwinnett Daily Post as the official media organ, hear presentations from GIVE East and GIVE West, and consider a settlement in the Doe vs. Gwinnett County School District lawsuit. Several routine contracts, including technology equipment and synthetic turf, will be approved through the consent agenda.
- Approval of settlement in Doe vs. Gwinnett County School District (Case No. 21-13379)
- Ratification of 2022 Board Meeting Calendar and 2023 Area Board Meeting dates
- Reappointment of Thompson, Sweeny, Kinsinger & Pereira, P.C. as board attorney
- Designation of Gwinnett Daily Post as the Board's official media organ for 2022
- Consent agenda approval of Revised Technology Equipment contract (B-2219NR)