Lilburn Elementary, Berkmar High Compete in Harlem Shake Video Challenge

Relay for Life of Gwinnett will award a cash prize to the winning team.

Berkmar High, Head Elementary Crowned Winners in 2013 Gwinnett County Readers Rally

Berkmar High is a repeat winner, and Head Elementary has made it to the final four before.

Lilburn, Gwinnett Students Score Well in State Writing Test

Lilburn's Trickum Middle School was among the highest performers. The writing test is given annually to eighth-grade students, and used to determine whether students move to the next grade.

Time to Get Ready for Kindergarten

Registration for kindergarten is May 2. Make sure you are prepared for the big day.

Preczewski Appointed Interim President of Georgia Gwinnett College

Stanley “Stas” Preczewski will fill in after Daniel Kaufman's tenure as president of the college ends in June.

Gwinnett School Board Approves $63.5 Million for High School Construction

In a unanimous vote, district leaders approved a contract that will bring another high school to the Berkmar/Central Gwinnett clusters.

UPDATE: Busy Weekend in Lilburn: Easter Bunny, Fun Run and Arts Showcase

The Lilburn Downtown Development Authority is sponsoring the annual Easter egg hunt, which is one of several activities this weekend in Lilburn.

Lilburn Student Science Projects Headed to State Competition

The work of students from Parkview High and Trickum Middle schools is among the 63 projects from Gwinnett County.

Providence Christian Academy to Offer STEM Program

The private Christian school in Lilburn will bring the program to high school students in the fall.

Area School Board Meetings Start in March

Gwinnett County Public Schools will hold board meetings in each of the five districts in March and April. A meeting at Parkview High is set for April 2.

Lilburn Schools Move to Finals of Gwinnett County Readers Rally

Berkmar High, Camp Creek Elementary and Head Elementary schools are among those moving to the final rounds on March 21.

Lilburn Area High School Graduation Times, Dates Set

Thousands of Gwinnett County students will graduate this spring. See when your child will walk to "Pomp and Circumstance."

Parkview Athlete Makes Gwinnett Sports Hall of Fame

Josh Wolff, a soccer Olympian who played at Parkview High School, is among the six inductees this year.

Gwinnett County Readers Rally to Bring Hundreds to Berkmar High

More than 100 schools, including those in Lilburn, will participate in the annual challenge this weekend.

Berkmar High Pupil Named District's Top Technical Education Student

Brittney Reese received the honor of 2013 Technical Education Student of the Year during an awards banquet Wednesday at the district offices

Transition Fair to Help Families of Students with Special Needs

Gwinnett County Public Schools will host its annual Transition Fair Saturday, March 16. It is done to help families of students with special needs transition into adulthood.

Minor Elementary Gets Donation of 60 Kindles

Minor Elementary in Lilburn got a nice donation for its digital library during Read Across America Week.

Schools Celebrate 'Read Across America' Program

Schools all over Gwinnett County, including Lilburn, celebrated the Dr. Seuss-themed week.

Parkview High Gets Top STAR Student, Teacher Honors

Latin teacher Caroline Miklosovic was named Gwinnett County's top STAR teacher during a luncheon Feb. 28.

Donate Instruments for GCPS, Win Barry Manilow Tickets

The donated instruments will go to Gwinnett County schools, and pop star Barry Manilow will donate a new Yamaha piano to the district.

Rennie Curran Focuses on Respect, Hard Work in Summit for Young Men

Rennie Curran, an NFL free agent and 2007 Brookwood High graduate, spoke on Saturday, Feb. 23, to about 150 attendants.

Curious Lilburn Students Present at Science Fair

More than 1,000 students participated in the Gwinnett County regional science fair Feb. 22.

Berkmar, Parkview Named AP Honor Schools

High schools received the honor for high marks and participation on Advanced Placement exams in 2012.

Regional Science Fair to Highlight Lilburn Students' Work

More than 1,000 students, including those from Lilburn schools, will participate in the fair Friday, Feb. 22.

Parkview High Girls Basketball Team Ready for State Tournament

The lady Panthers were crowned Region 8 winners over the weekend, and begin the state tournament Feb. 19.

No School for Gwinnett Friday, Monday

Gwinnett County public schools are closed Feb. 15 and Feb. 18 (President's Day). See what other upcoming days will impact students and teachers.

By the Numbers: Gwinnett County School Discipline Report

Want to know just how troublesome your children are while at school? See select disciplinary numbers from the district's second quarter.

Graduation Rates: Gwinnett County High Schools in 2011

Only one school graduated 100 percent of its students. Do you know which one it is?

GCPS Announces Charter School Lottery Results

On Feb. 11, Gwinnett County Public Schools completed the lottery drawing for placement in the freshman class of Gwinnett School of Mathematics, Science and Technology.

2012 Unsafe Schools Data: Does Your Child Attend a Dangerous School?

There are no "persistently dangerous" schools in Gwinnett County. But, there are schools that have proved more dangerous than others. Where does your child's school fit in?

GCPS Counselors of the Year Named

In all, more than 300 counseling professionals were celebrated during a special ceremony Feb. 8, 2013.

Gwinnett Charter School To Hold Lottery for Freshman Class

The lottery will take place at the school district headquarters in Suwanee for the Gwinnett School of Mathematics, Science and Technology. Registered parents and students need not be present to win a spot in the upcoming 2013-14 ninth-grade class.

Speak Out: Are You Concerned About Safety at Gwinnett County Schools?

On Jan. 31, a teen shooter brought a gun on to the campus of Atlanta's Price Middle School and shot a student. Parents there are enraged. So, we're asking are you concerned about safety at Gwinnett County schools?

Former Brookwood Linebacker, GCPS Partnering to Host Youth Career Summit

Rennie Curran, an NFL free agent, and Gwinnett County Public Schools' Community-Based Mentoring program will host the summit Feb. 23.

New eClass Pilot at Berkmar Middle, 13 Other District Schools

The BYOD or, Bring Your Own Device, pilot began this past fall, and some 14 schools are participating in the innovative classroom program.

District to Honor School Counselors

National School Counseling Week is Feb. 4-8, and Gwinnett County Public Schools will honor school counselors this week.

Restaurant Grades: Elementary School Gets Perfect Score

An elementary school and a new business get perfect scores in this week's listing.

Sibling Rivalry: Brothers Win Top Spots in GCPS Spelling Bee (With Video)

Karl Patram, a student at Crews Middle, wins the coveted spot as Gwinnett County Public Schools top speller. His brother, Neil Patram, a student at Brookwood Elementary, wins second place.

Gwinnett Technology Schools Hosting Open Houses

Students interested in technology can get more information at upcoming open houses at Maxwell High and Grayson Tech.

Lilburn Students to Compete at GCPS Spelling Bee, Saturday Feb. 2

Nearly 90 students -- ten coming from Lilburn schools -- will compete in the Gwinnett County Public Schools' 2013 spelling bee on Saturday, Feb. 2.