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Why the SAT is Stupid: A Student Perspective

Written by Frankie Gonzalez, Converge multimedia journalism intern and student at Dacula High School For decades, high school seniors have been given the notion that SAT scores make or break your chances of getting into...

Top 10 Stresses that High Schoolers Face (& Their...

Written by Zeal Dobariya, Converge multimedia journalism intern and senior at Gwinnett School of Math, Science & Technology (GSMST) There are many things that cause teens to worry and stress. These topics are often normalized...

Attention, High Schoolers! Simple Tips for Landing Your First...

Written by Jani Carr, Converge multimedia journalism intern and senior at Parkview High School Searching for a job can seem a stressful and daunting task, especially when you’re young and inexperienced. It’s true: finding a job is no quick...

Making STEM Fun! 5 DIY Science Experiments to Try...

Need some at-home activities to keep the kids busy this winter break? With these five hands-on science experiments, your little learners can sharpen their skills while still having a blast! Let your kids show off their STEM skills while learning basic science concepts...

2022 GCPS Teacher of the Year Announced! Congratulations to...

A high school math teacher who regularly puts students in charge of their learning is the 2022 Gwinnett County Public Schools Teacher of the Year (TOTY). On December 7, Gwinnett County Public Schools announced Lee Allen of Archer High School as the recipient of the school district’s...

Shinin’ Bright! Congratulations to the Top Six Finalists for 2022...

Six Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) teachers have been selected as this year’s finalists for the Gwinnett County Teacher of the Year (TOTY) title. The finalists for the 2021-22 honor are Jamie Garcia Caycho of Arcado Elementary School, Kelly Powell of Puckett’s Mill Elementary School, Taniesha Pooser...

Step Aside, Movies & Novels… Are Video Games the...

Written by Micah Xu, Converge multimedia journalism intern and junior at Gwinnett School of Math, Science & Technology (GSMST) Many people dismiss video games as meaningless time wasters at best and malicious, addictive afflictions at worst. Too often these...

Your Future is Waiting! How to Conquer Your College...

Knowledge is power. You’ve probably heard that a million times, right? The more you know, the further you go. If you’re a high school student, maybe you always knew that your education wouldn’t end at high school. If you’re a parent, maybe you...

Guide to Helping Your Kid Shine Bright in School!

In today’s episode of the Gwinnett Podcast, we’re talking about the top ways to help your child succeed in school and prepare them for a bright future! Every parent wants their child to do well in school. To help kids excel academically, parental...

A Lasting Legacy! How J. Alvin Wilbanks Transformed GCPS

Gwinnett Magazine recently sat down for a long chat with former GCPS superintendent J. Alvin Wilbanks about his life in education. Listen to the story in the newest episode of the Gwinnett Podcast, available in English (see player above), Español and 한국어로 (Korean)!

Why the SAT is Stupid: A Student Perspective

Written by Frankie Gonzalez, Converge multimedia journalism intern and student at Dacula High School For decades, high school seniors have been given the notion that SAT scores make or break your chances of getting into...

Top 10 Stresses that High Schoolers Face (& Their...

Written by Zeal Dobariya, Converge multimedia journalism intern and senior at Gwinnett School of Math, Science & Technology (GSMST) There are many things that cause teens to worry and stress. These topics are often normalized...

Attention, High Schoolers! Simple Tips for Landing Your First...

Written by Jani Carr, Converge multimedia journalism intern and senior at Parkview High School Searching for a job can seem a stressful and daunting task, especially when you’re young and inexperienced. It’s true: finding a job is no quick...

Making STEM Fun! 5 DIY Science Experiments to Try...

Need some at-home activities to keep the kids busy this winter break? With these five hands-on science experiments, your little learners can sharpen their skills while still having a blast! Let your kids show off their STEM skills while learning basic science concepts...

2022 GCPS Teacher of the Year Announced! Congratulations to...

A high school math teacher who regularly puts students in charge of their learning is the 2022 Gwinnett County Public Schools Teacher of the Year (TOTY). On December 7, Gwinnett County Public Schools announced Lee Allen of Archer High School as the recipient of the school district’s...

Shinin’ Bright! Congratulations to the Top Six Finalists for 2022...

Six Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) teachers have been selected as this year’s finalists for the Gwinnett County Teacher of the Year (TOTY) title. The finalists for the 2021-22 honor are Jamie Garcia Caycho of Arcado Elementary School, Kelly Powell of Puckett’s Mill Elementary School, Taniesha Pooser...

Step Aside, Movies & Novels… Are Video Games the...

Written by Micah Xu, Converge multimedia journalism intern and junior at Gwinnett School of Math, Science & Technology (GSMST) Many people dismiss video games as meaningless time wasters at best and malicious, addictive afflictions at worst. Too often these...

Your Future is Waiting! How to Conquer Your College...

Knowledge is power. You’ve probably heard that a million times, right? The more you know, the further you go. If you’re a high school student, maybe you always knew that your education wouldn’t end at high school. If you’re a parent, maybe you...

Guide to Helping Your Kid Shine Bright in School!

In today’s episode of the Gwinnett Podcast, we’re talking about the top ways to help your child succeed in school and prepare them for a bright future! Every parent wants their child to do well in school. To help kids excel academically, parental...

A Lasting Legacy! How J. Alvin Wilbanks Transformed GCPS

Gwinnett Magazine recently sat down for a long chat with former GCPS superintendent J. Alvin Wilbanks about his life in education. Listen to the story in the newest episode of the Gwinnett Podcast, available in English (see player above), Español and 한국어로 (Korean)!