Gwinnett County Public Schools public meetings in 2023
32 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Monthly Work Session 2:00 p.m.
The Board of Education will discuss several operational updates including academic standards and financial reports. Staff will also provide updates on inclement weather procedures and employment policy changes.
- GEMS Committee review of Academic Knowledge and Skills (AKS) standards
- Human Resources staffing needs update
- Monthly financial report
- Inclement weather and emergency closing procedures
- Policy GBC updates regarding employment and recruitment
Monthly Business Meeting 7 p.m.
The board will adopt the agenda and then vote on a consent agenda containing over a dozen routine items including roof replacements at multiple schools, software and intercom contracts, and purchases of educational services. A fine arts and career/technical education showcase precedes the meeting. The board will also recognize a teacher with the Don Cargill STEM Scholar Award.
- Roof replacement at Freeman's Mill ES, GIVE Center East and Phoenix HS, and Harris ES/Hull MS/Jackson ES
- Contract for web-based intercom devices from South Western Communications (GA-1902NR)
- Contract for EL Education Professional Learning for district and school implementation
- Contract for Carahsoft Software for data security (GA-2410BM)
- Purchase and installation of school nutrition program large equipment (B-2416AM)
Monthly Business Meeting 7 p.m.
The Gwinnett County School Board will vote on an amended agenda that removes a student discipline item (expulsion recommendations). The meeting also includes public comments, cluster presentations on student voice, and recognition of several teachers and 43 AP Capstone Diploma earners.
- Removal of Student Discipline Item 9.03 Expulsion Recommendations from the agenda
- Recognition of 43 students as 2023 AP Capstone Diploma earners from 8 high schools
- Cluster Spotlight video presentation from Lanier, Shiloh, and South Gwinnett Clusters on student voice
- Public comment by Karen Pirkle and Brian Westlake
- Recognition of Amanda Montgomery Runkel, DeAnne Daniel, Linn Zamora, Laura Hwang, and David Dubose with various awards
Monthly Work Session 2:00 p.m.
This is a work session where the Gwinnett County Board of Education will receive informational updates on several topics, with no formal votes scheduled. Staff presentations will cover discipline trends, proposed calendars for 2024-2025 and 2025-2026, the 2024 graduation schedule, HR staffing needs, the monthly financial report, and draft legislative priorities for 2024. Board members will also meet with their Teacher Advisory Council representatives.
- Discipline update from Eric Thigpen, Executive Director of Academic Support
- Calendar for 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 school years and 2024 graduation schedule
- Human Resources report on staffing needs
- Monthly financial report from CFO Masana Mailliard
- Presentation of 2024 legislative priorities
Monthly Work Session 2:00 p.m.
This monthly work session for the Gwinnett County Board of Education includes discussion of several informational items. Staff will present the Class of 2023 graduation rate, an update on Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE) and AI/CS programs, staffing needs, a monthly financial update, and draft 2024 legislative priorities. No votes are taken at the work session; items may come up for a vote at the subsequent business meeting.
- Graduation rate data for Class of 2023
- Update on Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE) and AI/Computer Science programs
- Staffing update from Human Resources
- Monthly financial update from CFO
- Draft 2024 legislative priorities
Monthly Business Meeting 7 p.m.
The board will vote on a consent agenda including an $18.8 million capital outlay application for FY2025 to fund roofing, HVAC, and interior renovations at numerous schools. The agenda was amended to add a strategic waivers update for Seckinger High School. The meeting also includes recognitions for two National Blue Ribbon Schools and seven Title I Distinguished schools.
- Approval of $18,824,807 Capital Outlay Application for FY2025 for roofing, HVAC, and interior renovations at multiple elementary, middle, and high schools
- Amendment to add Seckinger High School to the Strategic Waivers School System contract (item 7.05)
- Approval of B-2413KM On-Demand HVAC Services contract with five vendors
- Approval of B-2307NR IPTV Items for new schools and retrofits (StreamVu, LLC)
- Recognition of B.B. Harris Elementary and Pharr Elementary as 2023 National Blue Ribbon Schools
Monthly Business Meeting 7 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education will hold a monthly business meeting with a consent agenda that includes several contracts and purchases, such as tutoring services and professional development (B-2201BM), office supplies catalog for local suppliers (B-2325AMS), Chromebooks (B-2237NR), and printers/scanners (B-2314NR). The meeting also features a fine arts performance, a cluster spotlight on Collins Hill and Grayson clusters, and recognitions for teachers and students. The board will adopt the agenda and vote on consent items as a group.
- B-2201BM: Tutoring Services and Professional Development contract renewal (Sept 24, 2023–Sept 23, 2024)
- B-2325AMS: Office Supplies Catalog Discount for Local Suppliers
- B-2237NR: Purchase of Chromebooks
- B-2314NR: Purchase of Printers and Scanners
- Temporary easements for Graves ES, Ivy Creek ES, and Jones MS construction projects
Monthly Work Session 2:00 p.m.
This is a work session for discussion only; no votes are taken. Staff will present updates on Key Performance Indicators, Spring 2023 Milestones results, staffing needs, monthly finances, and policy changes. The board will also prepare for the evening's business meeting.
- Discussion of 2022-23 Key Performance Indicators results per Policy BAB
- Spring 2023 Milestones results presentation
- Staffing update from Chief Human Resources Officer
- Monthly financial update from Chief Financial Officer
- Policy updates: Staff Development (GAD) and Staff Conflict of Interest (GAG)
Monthly Business Meeting 7 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education will hold its monthly business meeting on August 17, 2023. The board will adopt the agenda, hear public comments from five individuals, recognize student athletes and industry-certified programs, and vote on a consent agenda containing purchase orders, contracts for Freightliner OEM parts, gas and diesel fuel, and air conditioning retrofits on school buses, plus approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Consent agenda includes purchase orders, B-2203NR Freightliner OEM parts, GA-1807NR gas/diesel fuel, B-2247NR air conditioning retrofit on school buses, and approval of July 20, 2023 minutes
- Public comments scheduled from Lisa Hines, Steve Gasper, Brian Westlake, Denise Rumbaugh, and Juliet Cassidy-Floyd
- Recognition of industry certifications for marketing, early childhood education, and automotive technology programs
- Recognition of Brookwood High School eSports Rocket League state champions and Discovery High School Splatoon 3 state champions
- Cluster spotlight video from Mill Creek and North Gwinnett clusters on strategic priority 'effectiveness'
Monthly Work Session 2:00 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education holds a work session to discuss updates on transportation, back-to-school, staffing, and monthly finances, along with policy changes on tax-sheltered investments and insurance. No votes are taken; items will be voted on at the 7 p.m. Business Meeting later that day.
- Board Oversight Workshop on Transportation and Fleet Maintenance with an overview from staff
- Back-to-School update from Chief of Schools Dr. Al Taylor
- Human Resources staffing update from Chief HR Officer Cathy Hardin
- Monthly financial update from CFO Masana Mailliard
- Policy updates: EGAE (tax-sheltered investments), EGD (accident insurance), EGE (vehicle accident defense), EGF (general liability defense)
Monthly Business Meeting 7 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education will vote on naming Mountain View High School's football field 'Chaney Field' after former principal Keith Chaney. The board will also consider consent agenda items including contracts for Alcatel network equipment and on-demand electrical services, and approve the monthly financial report and budget amendments. Other items include the human resources report, a construction update, and policy revisions tabled until the August meeting.
- Vote on naming Mountain View High School's football field Chaney Field after former principal Keith Chaney
- Approval of B-2248NR Alcatel Network Equipment contract (ALE USA, July 2023 – July 2024)
- Approval of B-2357KM On-Demand Electrical Services contract with five vendors
- Approval of monthly financial report as of May 31, 2023, and FY2024 budget amendments
- Certificate of Completion for Creekland Middle School roof (amended consent item)
Monthly Work Session 2:00 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education holds a work session to discuss topics ahead of the monthly business meeting. Staff report on staffing needs, monthly finances, and three policy updates (BGA, CA, EBD). The board also hears an early learning program update and discusses items for the evening's voting meeting.
- Staffing update from Chief Human Resources Officer Cathy Hardin
- Monthly financial update from CFO Masana Mailliard
- Policy changes: BGA (Membership in School Boards Association), CA (Administration Goals), EBD (Email Data Archiving)
- Early Learning and School Readiness program update presented by Dr. Babak Mostaghimi and Kim Holland
- Discussion of agenda items for the 7:00 p.m. Business Meeting
Public Hearings on FY2024 Millage Rate
The Gwinnett County Board of Education will hold two public hearings on July 12, 2023, to receive comments on the FY2024 budget and tentatively adopted millage rate. After the hearings, the board will vote to adopt the final millage rate for the upcoming fiscal year, which determines school property taxes.
- Two public hearings: 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. at the J. Alvin Wilbanks Instructional Support Center, 437 Old Peachtree Road, NW, Suwanee, GA 30024
- Overview of FY2024 budget and tentatively adopted millage rate by Superintendent Dr. Calvin J. Watts and staff
- Public comments and questions on the proposed millage rate
- Adoption of FY2024 millage rate scheduled at the 6:00 p.m. hearing
First Public Hearing on FY2024 Millage Rate 6:00 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education holds the first public hearing on the FY2024 millage rate. The meeting includes an overview of the proposed budget and tentatively adopted rate, followed by public comments and board questions.
- Overview of FY2024 Budget and Tentatively Adopted Millage Rate presented by Chief of Schools Dr. Al Taylor and staff
- Public comment period for residents to speak on the proposed millage rate
Second Public Hearing of FY2024 Budget 6:00 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Public Schools board holds a second public hearing on the FY2024 budget. The agenda includes an overview by the superintendent and staff, followed by public comments and board member comments. No specific budget figures or proposals are listed in the agenda.
- Overview of FY2024 budget presented by Superintendent Dr. Calvin J. Watts and staff
- Public comments and questions on the budget
- Board members' comments and questions
- Final millage rate adoption scheduled for July 2023
Monthly Business Meeting 7 p.m.
The Gwinnett County School Board will hold its monthly business meeting, beginning with call to order and public comment. The board will then adopt the agenda and consider a consent agenda containing multiple contract approvals, including cloud hosting, multi-function devices, nutrition program items, and easements for school construction. Items not removed from consent will be approved in a single vote.
- Approval of Edupoint Cloud Hosting for Synergy (second of five renewals)
- Approval of GA-2317KM Multi-Function Devices with Ricoh USA
- Renewal of fresh produce contract with Royal Food Service for school nutrition
- Approval of beverages contract with Coca-Cola Bottling Company
- Right-of-way acquisition for Archer Cluster Middle School
Monthly Work Session 2:00 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education will hold a work session discussing several informational topics. Presentations include a preview of a new public school performance dashboard, an update on the technology and innovation strategic plan, and a report on student discipline and behavioral support. The board will also receive human resources and monthly financial updates, and prepare for the evening business meeting.
- Preview of new School Profile Dashboard providing public school performance data
- Technology and Innovation Strategic Plan update with nine strategic priorities
- Discipline and Behavioral Support update from academic and student services executives
- Human Resources report on district staffing needs
- Monthly Financial Update from the CFO
Monthly Work Session 2:00 p.m.
The Board will review recommendations for two charter school petitions, including a reauthorization and a new launch. Discussions also include human resources objectives, a multi-year balanced assessment plan, and monthly financial updates.
- Charter petition for New Life Academy five-year reauthorization
- New charter petition from Favor Transition Academy for 2024-2025 launch
- GCPS Balanced Assessment System multi-year implementation plan
- Human Resources and Talent Management objectives update
- Monthly financial update
Monthly Business Meeting 7 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education will hold its monthly business meeting, including a fine arts performance, public comment, and adoption of the agenda. The board will recognize students for achievements in world language exams and contests. No major policy decisions or contracts are listed.
- Fine arts performance by North Gwinnett High School Big Band at 6:30 p.m.
- Adoption of the agenda (vote on Superintendent's recommendations)
- Recognition of Kadiza Diallo, Archer High School, for Le Grand Concours National French Exam Level 2 Silver Medal
- Recognition of Brookwood High School for 1st Place Overall State German Convention
- Recognition of Evan Hitchcock, William Li, and Christopher Vickery for Deutsches Sprachdiplom Level 2 Highest Honor
1st Public Hearing of FY2024 Budget 6:00 p.m.
This is the first of two public hearings for the Gwinnett County Public Schools FY2024 budget. The board will hear an overview from Superintendent Dr. Calvin J. Watts and staff, then take comments from the public. No specific dollar amounts or budget details are included in the agenda. A second hearing and final adoption are scheduled for June 15, 2023, followed by a final millage rate adoption in July.
- Public comment period for FY2024 budget
- Overview of FY2024 budget by Superintendent Dr. Calvin J. Watts and staff
- Second public hearing and final budget adoption set for June 15, 2023
- Final millage rate adoption scheduled for July 2023
Monthly Work Session 2:00 p.m.
This is a work session of the Gwinnett County Board of Education, held prior to the monthly business meeting. Staff will present informational updates on the Multilingual Learner Program, Health Curriculum, staffing needs, monthly finances, and legislative issues. No votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.
- Multilingual Learner Program update from Assistant Superintendent Babak Mostaghimi and Director Lynnette Aponte
- Health Curriculum update from Chief Learning Officer DeNelle West and Director Tasha Guadalupe
- Staffing update from Assistant Superintendent Jeff Mathews
- Monthly Financial update from Chief Financial Officer Masana Mailliard
- Legislative update on the 2023 Georgia General Assembly session
Monthly Business Meeting 7 p.m.
This is a routine monthly business meeting. The board will hear public comments, adopt the agenda, and recognize students and staff for achievements including scholarships and awards. No major policy decisions or financial contracts are on the agenda.
- Justyn Thompson receives $2,000 Robbie Susan Moore Scholarship
- Two students receive Edupoint/CTAE scholarships of $1,000 each
- Lanier High School receives AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award
- 23 schools named 2023 AP Honor Schools
- Dual language immersion students awarded Global Seal of Biliteracy
FY2024 Second Budget Work Session 6:00 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Public Schools board is holding a work session to review and tentatively adopt the FY2024 budget. The meeting includes an overview by the superintendent, board member comments, and a vote on tentative adoption. Public hearings and final adoption are scheduled for May and June 2023.
- Overview of FY2024 Budget presented by Superintendent Dr. Calvin J. Watts
- Tentative adoption of the FY2024 budget
- First public hearing set for May 18, 2023
- Second public hearing and final budget adoption set for June 15, 2023
Special Called Meeting
The Gwinnett County Board of Education is holding a special called meeting. The board will first go into executive session (closed to the public) and then reconvene in open session to hear student discipline appeals and consider a superintendent contract. No details on the contract terms or the number of appeals are provided in the agenda.
- Student discipline appeals
- Consideration of superintendent contract
FY2024 Budget Work Session
The Gwinnett County Board of Education held a work session to review the proposed FY2024 budget. Superintendent Dr. Calvin J. Watts and staff presented an overview, followed by board member comments and questions. The session also covered a budget review calendar, including dates for tentative adoption, public hearings, and final millage rate adoption.
- Overview of FY2024 Budget presented by Superintendent and staff
- Board member comments and questions on the budget
- Budget Review Calendar outlined: April 27 tentative adoption, May 18 first public hearing, June 15 second public hearing and final adoption, July final millage rate adoption
Special Called Meeting
The Gwinnett County Board of Education will hold a special called meeting on March 23, 2023 at Mountain View High School. The agenda includes a motion to go into executive session to discuss student discipline appeals, followed by open session for the same appeals. No other business is listed.
- Student discipline appeals considered in executive session and open session
Monthly Work Session 2:00 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education held a monthly work session on March 16, 2023 at the J. Alvin Wilbanks Instructional Support Center. Board members met with Teachers' Advisory Council representatives and shared discussion points. Staff provided updates on staffing needs, the district’s monthly finances, and legislative matters affecting the 2023 Georgia General Assembly session. The session also included time for board members to ask questions about consent‑agenda items that will be voted on at the 7 p.m. business meeting.
- Board members meet Teachers' Advisory Council representatives
- Staffing update presented by the Chief Human Resources Officer
- Monthly financial update presented by the Chief Financial Officer
- Legislative update on 2023 Georgia General Assembly session
- Discussion of consent‑agenda items ahead of 7 p.m. business meeting vote
Monthly Business Meeting 7 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education will hold its monthly business meeting, beginning with a fine arts performance and public comments. The board will vote on an amended agenda that removed New Business Item 11.09, Health Instructional Resources Adoption for SY2023. They will also consider a consent agenda including contracts for AWS Professional Services, networking equipment, and web-based intercom devices, as well as approve purchase orders over $2,000. The meeting includes recognitions of teachers and school award winners, and presentations from three schools.
- Agenda amended to remove Item 11.09: Health Instructional Resources Adoption for SY2023
- Consent agenda includes GA-2312NR AWS Professional Services contract (March 17–Oct 4, 2023)
- Consent agenda includes GA-2313NR Networking Equipment and IT Infrastructure Products
- Consent agenda includes GA-1902NR Web-Based Intercom Devices and Related Services
- Purchase orders report for February 2023 lists all orders of $2,000 or more
Monthly Work Session 2:00 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education holds a work session to discuss topics including a curriculum adoption preview for new instructional resources, a school safety update, staffing needs, a monthly financial report, legislative issues, and student engagement. No formal votes are taken; the board will consider approving the recommended curriculum items at the March business meeting.
- Curriculum adoption preview for select courses (formal approval in March)
- School safety update from school police chief
- Staffing update on current hiring needs
- Monthly financial update from CFO
- Legislative update on Georgia General Assembly issues
Monthly Business Meeting 7 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education will elect a vice chair, hear community input from the Shiloh Cluster, and vote on a consent agenda that includes contracts for web-based intercom devices, Apple products, on-demand painting services, and gas/diesel fuel, as well as permanent utility easements at two district properties. The meeting also features student and staff recognitions.
- Election of Board Vice Chair (action item)
- Approval of GA-1902NR Web-Based Intercom Devices and Related Services (South Western Communications, contract through Dec 2023)
- Approval of GA-1903NR Apple Products
- Approval of B-2340KM On-Demand Painting Services
- Approval of permanent utility and temporary construction easements at 53 Gwinnett Drive and 382 Stone Mountain Street
Monthly Work Session 2:00 p.m.
This is a monthly work session of the Gwinnett County Board of Education to discuss various topics, including a visioning presentation from Alma Advisory Group on talent management, an accountability update on CCRPI and KPIs, a monthly financial report, a legislative update, and annual business responsibilities. No votes or decisions are scheduled; these are informational discussions.
- Visioning presentation on Building Talent Management Systems for Equity and Excellence by Alma Advisory Group
- Accountability update on 2022 CCRPI and January KPI update
- Monthly financial report
- Legislative update on 2023 Georgia General Assembly session
- After action review of Governance Team Training Sessions
Monthly Business Meeting 7 p.m.
The Gwinnett County Board of Education will elect its 2023 chairperson and vice chair, ratify the 2023 meeting calendar, and vote on a consent agenda with multiple construction contracts. The largest contract is a $4,942,000 award to Bowen & Watson, Inc. for theater and cafeteria renovations at Collins Hill High School. Other contracts include HVAC modifications at Fort Daniel Elementary School and interior renovations at Central Gwinnett and Meadowcreek high schools. The meeting also includes a Lanier Cluster presentation and public comment.
- Award $4,942,000 contract to Bowen & Watson, Inc. for Collins Hill HS theater and cafeteria renovations
- Award $2,574,034 contract to Conditioned Air Systems, Inc. for Fort Daniel ES HVAC modifications
- Award $1,200,460 contract to Prime Contractors, Inc. for Central Gwinnett HS interior renovations
- Award $1,259,287 contract to HCR Construction, Inc. for Meadowcreek HS interior renovations
- Election of 2023 Board Chairperson and Vice Chair