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

Week of January 1

December 18 - January 3: Winter Break (No School)

January 4: First Day of Second Semester

January 4: Virtual Meeting: Attendance Awareness Campaign 2024 for Parents

Mark Your Calendars

January 15: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (No School)

January 18: FAFSA Completion Night (Parents & Seniors)

January 18: Dual Enrollment Night

January 19: The Brother's Grimm Spectacularthon

January 20: Parent Principal's Corner

January 24: Progress Reports Sent Home

January 31: "Liquid Life" Blood Drive

January 31: Scholastic Images on Campus During Lunch

February 2: Digital Learning Day

Semester 2 Schedules

Most schedules will not change for Semester 2. Please check eClass > My StudentVUE to see your schedule.

• Thursday, January 4: A Day
• Friday, January 5: B Day

Semester 1 Finals

Students who missed ​a final ​exam in ​December can report to Computer Lab 7.103 (middle of C building) ​with their chromebook on Tuesday, January 2 or Wednesday, January 3 at 8:00 AM to make up their exam.

Important Dates

• Pay Senior Dues
• January 18: FAFSA Completion Night (Parents & Seniors)
• Week of April 22: Senior Week (Senior dues must be paid in order to participate)
• April 27, 2024: Prom - Discounted Prom tickets will go on sale via GoFan on December 1
• May 3, 2024: Senior trip to Six Flags - 7pm-2am (about $115)
• May 23, 2024: Graduation at Gas South Arena at 7:30 PM

12th Grade Cap & Gown Packages

Go to scholasticimages.com and buy your Cap & Gown Package now! There are three packages to choose from and your personalized yard sign in included! 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.

Yearbook

Yearbooks may be purchased at yearbookordercenter.com. School code: 14851. Order now for the lowest price of the year: $70.

Test Date ~ Registration Deadline/Late Registration

SAT

• March 9, 2024 (Digital) ~ February 23, 2024/ February 27, 2024
  
• May 4, 2024 (Digital) ~ April 19, 2024/ April 23, 2024
  
• June 1, 2024 (Digital) ~ May 16, 2024/ May 21, 2024

ACT

• February 10, 2024 ~ January 5, 2024/January 19, 2024
  
• April 13, 2024 ~ March 8, 2024/March 22, 2024
  
• 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

Prescription Drug Abuse Among Teenagers

After marijuana and alcohol, the most commonly abused drugs by teenagers are prescription drugs and over-the-counter (OTC) medications. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, “the classes of prescription drugs most commonly abused are: opioid pain relievers, stimulants for treating Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and central nervous system (CNS) depressants for relieving anxiety. The most commonly abused OTC drugs are cough and cold remedies containing dextromethorphan.

Attendance Awareness Campaign 2024!

Addressing chronic absence is a key component of improving graduation rates, increasing academic achievement and giving students the best chance at success in their adult life. Please join us on Thursday, January 4th at 6:30 PM for a Virtual Meeting to review Berkmar Attendance requirements for parents and students. A link will be sent via ParentSquare before the event.

*The meeting will take place in Spanish with English interpretation.

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

• January 20
  
• February 10
• March 16
• April 20
• May 18

Warming Stations

Warming Station season is here. Gwinnett County is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of our residents, especially during the colder months. With the approaching winter season, we are pleased to inform you about our five Warming Stations, which will be operational between November 2023 through March 2024. When overnight temperatures reach 35 degrees or below, the stations will operate from 6:00pm to 7:00am.

For real-time updates and information on Warming Station locations, hours, and weather-related alerts, please visit our website at GwinnettOneStop.com or call 770.822.8850. Warming stations are located in Buford, Duluth, Lawrenceville, Norcross, and Snellville.