Peachtree Corners Student Makes Dean's List at Washington University

Jerry Fong, a former Norcross HS student, is enrolled at the university's School of Engineering and Applied Science.

It's Back to School for Some 3,000 at Norcross High School

Located in the heart of Peachtree Corners, the high school opened its doors on Monday for the 2011-12 year.

Gwinnett Public Schools Back in Session for 2011-2012

Do you take back-to-school photos of your children? Post them on Patch.

Strike Up The Band - Blue Devils Have New Director to Lead the Way

Former UGA graduate takes over the helms.

Blue Devils Look to Return to State Playoffs

NHS's football team set on offense, where nine starters are back, but will have to replace nine defensive players who graduated.

Peachtree Corners' Ivy Preparatory Academy Expanding

The all-girls GCPS charter school received state approval to open two new charter schools in neighboring DeKalb County.

Georgia Gwinnett College Names School's First Athletics Director

Dr. Darin Wilson will help shape school's athletic future.

Local Students Think 'Outside the Box' to Solve World Problems

Twelve Peachtree Corners students earn honors at international conference held June 9-12.

School Bus Safety Tips for Parents and Students

Introduce new bus riders to bus safety rules and refresh older students to avoid tragic accidents.

Gwinnett School Buses Roll This Week

Gwinnett school bus drivers will run their routes Tuesday-Friday to prepare for start of school.

Gwinnett Readies for School Starting

Many schools will hold open houses Aug. 4 for students to visit schools and meet teachers.

Ivy Preparatory Academy May Open DeKalb Campus

State Board of Education to meet Monday to decide on recommending a Special State Charter for the DeKalb-based school.

Norcross Cluster Schools Partnership Celebrates 1st Anniversary

The partnership's mission is to encouage the achievements, enrich the experiences and enhance the opportunities of students in the Norcross cluster.

Meadowcreek Principal Bob Jackson Dies

The respected educator passed away yesterday afternoon, after leaving work ill.

Gwinnett Schools Phasing In All-Digital Classrooms

eCLASS to begin pilot program in the fall in the state's largest system.

GCPS New Teacher Orientation Is Monday

Along with over 500 new teachers, three new schools have been added included Ivy Preparatory Academy in Peachtree Corners

'No Illegal or Unethical Conduct' Found in GCPS Land Probe

Superintendent, board discuss third-party investigation's findings Thursday.

UPDATED: GCPS Has Third-Party Report on Land Deals

School board will consider a revised policy at Thursday's board meeting.

GCPS Announces New Meal Prices, New Menu Items for Students

Costs for breakfast and lunch increases for elementary, middle and high school students plus new menu items added.

Lifting the Bar

Photos from the annual Norcross High School football program Lift-a-Thon.

Ivy Preparatory Academy Joins Gwinnett's Public School System

The Peachtree Corners charter school will be one of five charter schools to operate in 2011-12 as part of the Gwinnett County Public School system.

Peachtree Corners Residents Graduate from Emory University

In its 166th commencement exercises held in May, Emory graduated four local students.

School Is Right Around the Corner

With a month left to summer vacation, here's a look at key dates during the 2011-12 school year.

State CRCT Tests Results Released

Results show Gwinnett County schools beat out state averages in all content areas and grade levels.

Peachtree Corners Students Receive College Honors

Five students attending Georgia Southern University make the President's List, earned 4.0 GPA during Spring semester.

How Does Your Child's School Stack Up?

Pro Publica analyzes federal data to offer a snapshot of public schools. Data on Peachtree Corners schools are included.

Ivy Preparatory Academy Receives Charter Approval from State

The State Board of Education approved GCPS's charter school offer.

Georgia Southern University Graduates Three Local Students

Two students from Peachtree Corners, one from Berkeley Lake receive their degrees.

UGA's Rutherford Hall Slated for Demolition?

The historic University of Georgia residence hall may soon be reduced to rubble.

Peachtree Corners Students Earn Faculty Honors at Georgia Tech

After earning a 4.0 average, local college students receive special recognition.

Gwinnett Online Campus Extends Registration Period

Registration to attend the GCPS charter school is open until July 14.

GCPS Wins Two Emmys

The Southeast Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences honored GCPS for "Love That Book."

Gwinnett Students Exceed State Scores on CRCT

Georgia's largest school district surpassed state averages in every grade level and in every test category.

Gwinnett Schools, Bush Institute Form Partnership

Top officials meet with the former first lady Monday in Atlanta.

Registration Extended for GCPS’s New Online Campus

Students expected to complete traditional coursework, but will have more flexibility.

Ivy Prep Declines GCPS Charter Offer

Leaders of the all-girls charter school located in Peachtree Corners decided against being a part of the Gwinnett school system.

New Land Deal Policy on Gwinnett School Board Agenda

The system delayed a vote from the May meeting.

GCPS Summer School Begins Tuesday

Online campus already under way.

Special Subcommittee to Study Short-Term Solution for Charter Schools

State Sen. Fran Millar chairs a committee to seek a means for the state's 16 commissioned charter schools to remain open.

Our Student of the Week, Myha Hoang

Peachtree Corners Rotary Club recognizes the Norcross Elementary School student for her hard work and leadership.