Session 38: Changing Times and Rising Expectations: Gwinnett’s Story of Improving Student Achievement Against the Odds

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Through simulations, panel discussion, and participant interaction, educators from Gwinnett County, Georgia, the 15th largest district in the nation, will share factors that led to sustained improvement in student achievement despite dramatic growth and changes in student population. Gwinnett has realized its highest student achievement ever at the same time as doubling total enrollment and almost tripling minority population, economically disadvantaged and English language learners. The session will address the district’s processes for implementation of a guaranteed and viable curriculum, aligned performance standards and assessments, data-driven instruction, and professional learning resources.

Presenters:
Cindy Loe, Associate Superintendent, Teaching and Learning, Gwinnett County Public Schools, Suwanee, GA
Tricia Kennedy, Executive Director, Curriculum & Instruction, Gwinnett County Public Schools, Suwanee, GA
Linda Anderson, Area Superintendent, Gwinnett County Public Schools, Suwanee, GA
Lisa Stueve, Lead Data Administrator, Teaching & Learning Division, Gwinnett County Public Schools, Suwanee, GA
Terry Watlington, Principal, Kanoheda Elementary School, Lawrenceville, GA

Strand 1: K-12 Improvement