Georgia Gwinnett College faces $2.6 million in cuts
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by Staff Reports LAWRENCEVILLE – Proposed cuts in state funding could force Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) to eliminate 20 faculty and 12 staff positions ...
Showing posts with label education. Show all posts
Showing posts with label education. Show all posts
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Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Spotlight on education: Increase in SAT scores in Gwinnett
Gwinnett Co. students show average increased SAT scores
Access North Georgia
By Katie Highsmith Staff UNDATED - While scores on the SAT college-entrance exam dropped for the third straight year for the state as a whole, Gwinnett ...
Gwinnett Schools in national spotlight again
Atlanta Journal Constitution
By D. Aileen Dodd It seems Gwinnett County Public Schools has landed a prime position in the national education spotlight reserved for VIDs — Very Important ...
Access North Georgia
By Katie Highsmith Staff UNDATED - While scores on the SAT college-entrance exam dropped for the third straight year for the state as a whole, Gwinnett ...
Gwinnett Schools in national spotlight again
Atlanta Journal Constitution
By D. Aileen Dodd It seems Gwinnett County Public Schools has landed a prime position in the national education spotlight reserved for VIDs — Very Important ...
Monday, October 27, 2008
New Principal of South Gwinnett High School
South Gwinnett High School has a new principal, Clay Hunter. The following was written by Mr. Hunter and comes from The Comet Courier, the South Gwinnett High School Newsletter.
"I am a graduate of Morehouse College and the University of Georgia. I have a passion for social studies and taught a myriad of courses at Milton High School in Alpharetta. I also taught social studies at Norcross High School. I have served as an assistant principal at Meadowcreek High School and McConnell Middle School. Just recently, I served as principal of Susan Stripling Elementary School in Norcross.
In total, this is my thirteenth year in education. When I am not working, I enjoy spending
time with my wife and three children ages 12, 8, and 3. I know South Gwinnett High School to be a great institution of learning. It has a long tradition of producing leaders in the region and the state. Love for this school runs deep. Having had a chance to talk with a number of leaders in the community, I can sense the pride that is associated with being a South Gwinnett Comet.
Over this past weekend, I had the opportunity to interact with a number of students. I have talked with our peer leaders, senior leadership cabinet, band members, football team, and theatre guild. Without a doubt our students are outstanding!
Having had a chance to talk to a number of students, parents, and community members, I have learned more about some of the expectations these stakeholders have for our school. First and foremost, we all want South Gwinnett High School to be a safe, orderly environment in which to learn and work. I am committed to working with students, teachers, and parents to help our students make the right choices in terms of behavior.
Gwinnett County Public Schools’ student management policies and procedures will be adhered to at South Gwinnett High School. It is also a community expectation that all of our students will graduate from high school in four years. We all know how challenging our world is in terms of jobs and the economy. Our students must have a diploma if they are to create and live the American Dream. In addition to a diploma, our students must be prepared to enter and be successful in college and the workforce. Whatever path they choose, they must have the academic knowledge and skills in order to be successful. The wonderful educators at South Gwinnett High School work day in and day out to make that happen. I look forward to working with and supporting them as we implement new and innovative techniques to help all students maximize their potential.
Finally, our community wants to know about the great things that are going on at South Gwinnett. To this end, we will expand our efforts to tell our story… making sure more know about the wonderful achievements of our students and staff. I know that perception can sometimes morph itself into reality.
We need to set the story straight when it comes to the “reality” at South Gwinnett High. The truth is that the majority of our students make the right choices every day, academically and behaviorally. As we move forward, we need to work together and talk about ways for us to help all students make the right choices. In the coming weeks, we will be organizing a meeting so that you can meet me formally. We must begin discussing how to build upon the great things already taking place at South Gwinnett. The challenge of making sure that our students are successful is one that we must all share. I look forward to talking with you in the coming months. Together we can find solutions that will help our students maximize their full potential."
"I am a graduate of Morehouse College and the University of Georgia. I have a passion for social studies and taught a myriad of courses at Milton High School in Alpharetta. I also taught social studies at Norcross High School. I have served as an assistant principal at Meadowcreek High School and McConnell Middle School. Just recently, I served as principal of Susan Stripling Elementary School in Norcross.
In total, this is my thirteenth year in education. When I am not working, I enjoy spending
time with my wife and three children ages 12, 8, and 3. I know South Gwinnett High School to be a great institution of learning. It has a long tradition of producing leaders in the region and the state. Love for this school runs deep. Having had a chance to talk with a number of leaders in the community, I can sense the pride that is associated with being a South Gwinnett Comet.
Over this past weekend, I had the opportunity to interact with a number of students. I have talked with our peer leaders, senior leadership cabinet, band members, football team, and theatre guild. Without a doubt our students are outstanding!
Having had a chance to talk to a number of students, parents, and community members, I have learned more about some of the expectations these stakeholders have for our school. First and foremost, we all want South Gwinnett High School to be a safe, orderly environment in which to learn and work. I am committed to working with students, teachers, and parents to help our students make the right choices in terms of behavior.
Gwinnett County Public Schools’ student management policies and procedures will be adhered to at South Gwinnett High School. It is also a community expectation that all of our students will graduate from high school in four years. We all know how challenging our world is in terms of jobs and the economy. Our students must have a diploma if they are to create and live the American Dream. In addition to a diploma, our students must be prepared to enter and be successful in college and the workforce. Whatever path they choose, they must have the academic knowledge and skills in order to be successful. The wonderful educators at South Gwinnett High School work day in and day out to make that happen. I look forward to working with and supporting them as we implement new and innovative techniques to help all students maximize their potential.
Finally, our community wants to know about the great things that are going on at South Gwinnett. To this end, we will expand our efforts to tell our story… making sure more know about the wonderful achievements of our students and staff. I know that perception can sometimes morph itself into reality.
We need to set the story straight when it comes to the “reality” at South Gwinnett High. The truth is that the majority of our students make the right choices every day, academically and behaviorally. As we move forward, we need to work together and talk about ways for us to help all students make the right choices. In the coming weeks, we will be organizing a meeting so that you can meet me formally. We must begin discussing how to build upon the great things already taking place at South Gwinnett. The challenge of making sure that our students are successful is one that we must all share. I look forward to talking with you in the coming months. Together we can find solutions that will help our students maximize their full potential."
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Thursday, August 21, 2008
Wilbanks' Comment Was Not Racist
| Georgia idiots call for superintendent’s ouster By Ripclawe(Ripclawe) “I sent it to about 60 parents, and they were offended,” said educator Monise Seward of Snellville, who is developing a charter school in Gwinnett.”I’m surprised that he still has job…. It’s unacceptable.” ... |
Gwinnett County Schools superintendent Alvin Wilbanks made a comment about the number of black people living in Idaho. It was a valid question/comment, because the discussion was about statistics and ratio of the number of African American students being disproportionate with the discipline records of African American students.
"An administrator said the issue is a problem for school districts nationwide except in Idaho, according to a study. Wilbanks then asked the administrator, James Taylor, executive director of the department of academic support: “Do they have any blacks in Idaho? They don’t have many.” |
It wasn't meant as a racist comment, but some people took it that way. Why? Because they didn't pay any attention to the information surrounding the quote. An administrator brought up the statistics of the state of Idaho. His comment was to say that the statistics in Idaho are probably not a factor with our state's statistical data. He's wanting the ratio of African American students being disciplined to be correctly in line with how many African American children are in school - he's concerned about racism, he's not being racist.
Even in this blog, I'm wondering if I should use the term "black," or should I only use "African American," lest I be accused of racism. I've decided to go with use of both, to balance out the terms, and cross fingers that I don't offend someone, somewhere!
I'm sure I've already offended someone by not agreeing that Wilbanks made racist remarks. Once you get accused of something like racism, there is no way to approach correcting it..... if you ignore it, you look more racist, if you argue "no, I'm not racist," you look even more racist. Once accused of racism, it sticks to a person.
Those 60 parents should read the whole story, instead of getting only the quote and what was probably a slanted version of the information surrounding the quote and then having a knee-jerk reaction to it.
As parents and teachers, we need to set a good example for our children and students by practicing critical thinking skills and actually reading the whole news story before jumping to conclusions and hurting someone's personal and professional reputation.
Related Links:
Education Flap in Black and White
Comment leads to call for superintendent’s ouster
Atlanta Journal Constitution - GA, USA
The Gwinnett Chapter NAACP issued a statement today scolding Wilbanks for his comments. “This type of rhetoric not only dishonors Gwinnett County Public ...
Atlanta Journal Constitution - GA, USA
By Rick Badie | Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 02:34 PM I read your post about Gwinnett County Superintendent Alvin Wilbanks and you’re right: It is a great ...
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