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GCPS seeks input in review of AKS for mathematics, science, fine arts, health and PE, and career and technical education

October 16, 2014

GCPS seeks input in review of AKS for mathematics, science, fine arts, health and PE, and career and technical education

(GCPS) invites parents, community members,and GCPS staff members to participate in the school district’s review of the curriculum. The public can participate via an online review of proposed AKS and an online survey, offering feedback on new AKS (Academic Knowledge and Skills) standards that have been developed to align the curriculum with the Common Core Georgia Performance Standards (CCGPS), as well as AKS for new courses. The review begins Oct. 15 and runs through Friday, October 31.

2014 Christmas Canteen Spreads Holiday Cheer, November 20- December 21

October 15, 2014

LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. (Oct. 14, 2014) – It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Grab the Eggnog and prepare to sing along to festive tunes as Aurora Theatre invites audiences to experience its original holiday variety show Christmas Canteen 2014, November 20-December 21. As part of the theatre’s Peach State Federal Credit Union Signature Series, this annual holiday musical revue lights up Lawrenceville, serving as Gwinnett County’s longest-running theatrical holiday tradition.

Brian Jennings and patient Jacqueline Gaignard.

Glancy Rehabilitation Center receives generous gift

October 15, 2014

Glancy Rehabilitation Center receives generous gift

Howl on the Green Oct 31

October 15, 2014

Howl on the Green
Halloween event on Duluth Town Green

Duluth, GA (October 14, 2014) – Nothing gets you in the spirit of Halloween like creepy crawlers, fun costumes and yummy treats. All of which will be at this year’s “Howl on Green” on Duluth Town Green in celebration of the spooky holiday.

Snellville welcomes fall with festival

October 15, 2014

Snellville welcomes fall with festival

SNELLVILLE – A fall tradition will continue Oct. 25 as the city hosts its Fall Festival. The event will take place from 12 to 7 p.m. on the Towne Green in front of City Hall, 2432 Oak Road.

The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners invites you to help pay tribute to Gwinnett’s Veterans and Fallen Heroes

October 15, 2014

The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners invites you to help pay tribute to Gwinnett’s Veterans and Fallen Heroes

Inaugural Boss of the Toss: Cornhole & Tailgating Event

October 15, 2014

Inaugural Boss of the Toss: Cornhole & Tailgating Event
Recreational sporting event on Duluth Town Green

Duluth, GA (October 14, 2014) – It will be a fantastic, bean bag tossing, head twirling fun day on Duluth Town Green. Cornhole enthusiasts, children, parents, and anyone looking to have a great time are invited to the inaugural Boss of the Toss: Corn hole & Tailgating event.

City/County agreement improves county seat

October 15, 2014

City/County agreement improves county seat

(Lawrenceville, Ga., Oct. 14, 2014) – County commissioners Tuesday signed off on a three-pronged agreement with the city of Lawrenceville covering Rhodes Jordan Park, the site of old county government offices and a Pike Street parking lot.

Three more subdivisions join streetlight program

October 15, 2014

Three more subdivisions join streetlight program

(Lawrenceville, Ga., Oct. 14, 2014) – Since 1997, Gwinnett County has required developers to install streetlights in new subdivisions. For older neighborhoods, commissioners agreed last year to use funds from the 2009 SPLOST sales tax to pay for streetlight installation if a majority of homeowners sign a petition and agree to pay annual operating costs. This week, three more subdivisions accepted that offer.