Racial slur used by students bring calls for increased diversity teachings
Videos of Mountain View High School students using the n-word have circulated online, and now some parents have called for more diversity and inclusion curriculum at the school.
Teen severely beaten in 'unprovoked' attack, other kids record brutal assault
Allyssa Brooke-Cox said her son suffered a broken jaw, whiplash, and severe concussion after he was attacked during a basketball game. It happened in July at a rec center in Sugar Hill. She's now petitioning the Department of Education to discipline students for off-campus incidents.
Beloved Gwinnett science teacher dies from COVID-19
Janet Bruce died one week ago, just two weeks after being checked into the hospital. She was just 50 years old.
Parents send letter of intent to sue Gwinnett County Schools over mask mandate
The state's largest school district will soon face a lawsuit over its mask mandate.
Parents upset they can't switch their children from the classroom to virtual learning
As COVID cases rise, many parents are worried about sending their children back to the classroom. Some want to switch their children from in person to virtual learning but many school districts aren't letting them.
Mask policies for each school district in metro Atlanta
A list of mask policies for school districts in metro Atlanta following the new guidance released by the CDC recommending everyone in K-12 schools to wear masks, regardless of vaccination status.
Gwinnett County Public Schools parents protest over new masks requirement for students
Gwinnett County parents protested over the district's decision to require mask for students when classes start next week. The state's largest school district reversed its face mask policy -- just as the CDC issues new guidance for students and staff.
Dr. Calvin Watts formally named CEO, superintendent of Gwinnett County Schools
Dr. Calvin Watts was given the final approval by the Gwinnett County Board of Education on Friday.
Parents and educators react to the new CDC mask recommendation
Parents, students, and staff are unsure what the start of the school year will look like, due to the constant changes in mask guidelines.
Parents urge Gwinnett school officials to reinstate mask mandate
Gwinnett County Schools dropped its mask requirement for students and teachers in June following an outcry from parents, who claimed children were sick of wearing the masks in class.
Gwinnett school board unanimously approves new superintendent
Dr. Calvin Watts will take over as the head of the state's largest public school district.
Some metro Atlanta school districts implement mask mandates
Two metro Atlanta school districts have announced face masks will be mandatory for the fall semester within the last few days.
Parents pack Gwinnett County School Board meeting
It was a packed house at the Gwinnett County School Board meeting Thursday night with several controversial topics being discussed.
Gwinnett, Cobb school districts face accreditation review
Gwinnett County Public Schools is now the second district in Georgia to be under the microscope of accreditation officials.
Masks no longer required in Gwinnett County Public Schools
Gwinnett County Public Schools announced Wednesday the district is now strongly recommending people wear masks in school facilities.
Gwinnett Schools employee accused of hitting child with autistism
A former Gwinnett County Public Schools employee faces simple battery charges for allegedly hitting a student.
'Heart' of Duluth High, beloved Gwinnett County teacher dies
Duluth High School students and staff remember social studies teacher Geri Flanary as the "heart" of the school.
Georgia to get federal boost to help end student homelessness
The U.S. Education Department made a big announcement Friday as they work to end student homelessness.
Gwinnett County schools seeking public input in search for superintendent
Gwinnett County Public Schools said Monday its search for a new superintendent is underway, and the district is seeking input from stakeholders to determine the best candidate.
Gwinnett schools offer bonuses for substitute teachers to address shortage
As schools across the country and across Georgia face a need for more substitute teachers, Gwinnett County Public Schools is handing out bonuses and relaxing hiring requirements in hopes of attracting more applicants.