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If you need help, please contact Ms. Medina in our Parent Center

Week of April 29

May 3-4: Senior-Directed One-Acts

May 1: College and Career Signing Day

Mark Your Calendars

May 6: After School Credit Recovery Begins

May 6: AP Testing Begins

May 7: Band Concert

May 9: Orchestra Concert

May 13: Senior Final Exams Begin

May 17: Final Exams Begin

May 18: Principal's Corner

May 20-22: Early Release for Final Exams

May 22: Final Day of School

August 5: First Day of School for the 2024-2025 School Year

Milestones Testing

Due to Milestones Testing, we will have a schedule change for the next few weeks.

• Monday, April 29: Biology - Periods 1-3-4
  
• Tuesday, April 30: US History - Periods 5-7-8
• Wednesday, May 1: Make-up - Periods 2-3-4
• Thursday, May 2: Algebra C&C - Periods 6-7-8
• Friday, May 3: Make-up - Periods 1-7-4-8

Face-to-Face High School Summer School

Gwinnett County Public Schools' Face-to-Face High School Summer School is a fee-based program that allows students to take courses to get ahead or to make up a class previously failed. Courses are available to all high school students, including selected courses for rising 9th graders. Registration for the upcoming session closes on May 23, 2024. The closest school for summer school is Meadowcreek High School. More information and how to register can be found here.

Final Exams

More information on Underclassman exams can be found on our website. Seniors take their exams early during the school day. There has been a date change - Senior Finals will be May 13 - 16. More information coming soon. Please reach out to your child's teacher if you have any questions.

Important Dates

• Pay Senior Dues (Dues must be paid to participate in Senior Week and Graduation)
• Purchase Yearbook
• April 30, 2024: Senior Letters Due
  
• May 3, 2024: Senior Trip to Six Flags - 7pm-2am (about $100)
• May 23, 2024: Graduation at Gas South Arena at 7:30 PM

Senior Letters (12th Grade Letters)

Know a Senior who is graduating this year? Want to send them a Senior Letter? All letters are due by April 30, 2024. Please contact Jennifer Valentine if you have any questions.

Chromebook Check and Return

Seniors will be returning all Chromebooks checked out to them at any time while in GCPS schools to the Berkmar High School Media Center.

• Check the Barcode on the Chromebook: Please make sure the barcode number on the bottom of your device matches the barcode number listed in eClass. If your barcode is scratched or missing, you can check the ID by opening your device. Before you log in, the asset ID will appear in the top right corner of the screen. If your device is broken, please bring it to the media center immediately to get fixed. Do not wait until final exams.

• Seniors Exempting Finals: Seniors can begin returning their Chromebooks and Chargers anytime during the school day to the Media Center starting May 13.
  
• Seniors Not Exempting Final Exams: Seniors who are not exempting final exams must return their Chromebooks to the media center after their last exam on May 16. Seniors who have not returned their Chromebook by May 16 must return it no later than the morning of the Senior Breakfast on May 22.

12th Grade Cap & Gown Packages

Go to scholasticimages.com and buy your Cap & Gown Package now! Payment required in full at time of order. (Cash, Check, or Card with $4.95 processing fee). You can also order anytime online at www.scholasticimages.com or over the phone at (770) 614-9353.

* The personalized yard sign is only available through March 31, 2024

Yearbook

Yearbooks may be purchased at yearbookordercenter.com. School code: 14851. Order now for the lowest price of the year: $70. The deadline to guarantee a book is Saturday, March 30, 2024.

Test Date ~ Registration Deadline/Late Registration

SAT

• June 1, 2024 (Digital) ~ May 16, 2024/ May 21, 2024
  

ACT

• June 8, 2024 ~ May 3, 2024/May 17, 2024
  
• July 13, 2024 ~ June 7, 2024/June 21, 2024

Click here for information about registration and Fee Waivers

Educational Tips For Parents

Discover who and what is influencing your teen

In the teen years, family may no longer have as big an influence in teens’ lives. But it is important

for you to be aware of how other influences, such as social media, friends, and TV and movies,

are affecting your student. To find out, look together at some of the things your teen and your

teen’s friends post online. Do they reflect your teen's values? You can also use favorite shows to

begin a conversation about what matters to your teen. Click here for more Educational Tips.

Parents of 10th Graders

If your student is 16 years old, NOW is a great time to get the meningitis (MCV4) booster shot for 11th grade. Appointments are available at the health department, or your student may see their own doctor. Update your immunization form 3231 before the fall rush and turn in a copy to Ms. Medina in the Parent Center (Room 8.237). This is a state requirement for 11th grade. Read more about the requirement here.

Empowering Conversations: Let's Discuss Youth Mental Health and Drug Abuse

May 1, 2024 ~ 5:30 - 7:00 PM

Join us for a powerful and informational session with district and community leaders that will discuss the importance of mental health and drug abuse awareness. We will also share how families can find help and support for both concerns. Click here to register.

Flyer in multiple languages

Parent Portal

ParentSquare

GCPS has adopted a communication platform called ParentSquare. This communications platform is designed to keep parents and guardians informed and encourage greater engagement and connection with your child’s school and Gwinnett County Public Schools. The easiest way to access ParentSquare is through the Parent Portal. More information can be found here.

ParentVUE App

• ParentVUE allows parents to view schedules, grades, assignments, and more. Find the app on Google Play or Apple App Store and use the same email address and password as your Parent Portal account.
• Parents must first have an active Parent Portal account to activate the app.
• If you need help, please contact Ms. Medina in our Parent Center.

Parent Principal's Corner

The Principal’s Corner is an opportunity for you to meet and greet with our principal, Durrant Williams, to learn about new and exciting programs and initiatives at Berkmar High School or share your thoughts, comments, concerns, or suggestions.

Time: English 10:30 am / Spanish 11:30 am

Virtual Location: Zoom Link is pinned to the top in ParentSquare

2023-2024 Dates

• May 18
  

10th Annual Multicultural Festival and County Government Open House

Saturday, May 18 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at Gwinnett Place Mall

Residents of all ages can enjoy a fun-filled day with cultural performances from around the globe, bounce houses, carnival rides, touch-a-truck with public safety vehicles, and more. For more information, check out their website.

Gwinnett Fire and Emergency Services' Hiring Event

Join us on Tuesday, May 28, from 9:00am to 3:00pm at 3608 Braselton Highway in Dacula.

Apply in advance to save time.

Find Help In Your Community

Whether it’s financial assistance, food pantries, medical care, child care, job training, and other free or reduced-cost services specific to your area, essential resources can be found here.

Gwinnett County Mobile Food Distribution for 2024

Gwinnett County delivers fresh fruits and vegetables and shelf-stable foods directly to our communities.

• Free!
• Begins at 3:00 pm until supplies last
• Identification is not required
• Contactless drive-thru distribution

Best Friend Park in Norcross

• May 28, 2024
  
• July 23, 2024
• September 24, 2024
• November 26, 2024

Bryson Park in Lilburn

• June 25, 2024
  
• August 27, 2024
• October 22, 2024
• December 17, 2024

Rhodes Jordan Park in Lawrenceville

• May 14, 2024
  
• July 9, 2024
• September 10, 2024
• November 12, 2024

Rock Springs Park in Lawrenceville

• June 11, 2024
• August 13, 2024
• October 8, 2024
• December 10, 2024