The members of the Gwinnett County Board of Education are interested in hearing from constituents. You may contact your School Board members, individually or as a group, by e-mail or contact the Coordinator of Board Services at 678-301-6040 or by email at MySchoolBoard@gcpsk12.org.
Please note: Your residence, not the school your child attends, is used to determine which School Board member represents a particular resident. Please review the current listing of GCPS Schools by Board District for more information.
Gwinnett County Public Schools is committed to fostering a learning environment where each and every student thrives. Guided by our core beliefs, we shape our practices to ensure that all learners feel valued, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential in a global society. Learn more about the Board of Education's Core Beliefs and Commitments to the district.
As noted in our School Board norms, inquiries and concerns from stakeholders regarding operational or school matters are referred to the Superintendent and staff with the expectation that they will be reviewed and addressed. As Board members, we appreciate your comments, concerns, and suggestions for improvement and will consider your feedback as the Board makes policy and governance decisions.
Mr. Steven Knudsen joined the School Board in January 2019, and was re-elected in 2022. His electoral district includes all or part of the Archer, Central Gwinnett, Collins Hill, Dacula, Discovery, Lanier, Mill Creek, Mountain View, North Gwinnett, and Seckinger clusters, as well as GIVE Center East, Gwinnett Online Campus, International Transition Center (office), and Phoenix HS. When he moved to Georgia 25 years ago Mr. Knudsen’s career focus became one of raising funds for various non-profits. Currently Mr. Knudsen is in Business Development for an Ohio based manufacturing company. He attended George Fox University where he graduated with honors. His current term runs through December 2026.
Schools located in District II:
- Benefield Elementary School
- Central Gwinnett High School
- Collins Hill High School
- Creekland Middle School
- Discovery High School
- Duncan Creek Elementary School
- GIVE Center East
- Gwinnett Online Campus
- Harmony Elementary School
- International Transition Center*
- Ivy Creek Elementary School
- Jenkins Elementary School
- Jones Middle School
- Jordan Middle School
- Lanier High School
- Mill Creek High School
- Moore Middle School
- Mountain View High School
- Osborne Middle School
- Patrick Elementary School
- Phoenix High School
- Puckett's Mill Elementary School
- Roberts Elementary School
- Rock Springs Elementary School
- Seckinger High School
- Simonton Elementary School
- Sugar Hill Elementary School
- Suwanee Elementary School
- Taylor Elementary School
- Twin Rivers Middle School
- Walnut Grove Elementary School
- Woodward Mill Elementary School
*International Transition Center students served in program at six high school sites -- Berkmar, Central Gwinnett, Discovery, Duluth, Meadowcreek, and Norcross. The offices are located within the International Newcomer Center (INC).
News Around District II
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Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) seniors have been recognized by the Professional Association of Georgia Educators (PAGE) with the Student Teacher Achievement Recognition (STAR) Student Award.
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A 9th-grade Biology teacher who is committed to education that is rooted in the foundation of informed decision making, meaningful contributions, and pursuing dreams has earned the title of 2027 Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) Teacher of the Year (TOTY).
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Len Boudreaux, an Oakland Meadow School special education teacher and head coach of the Gwinnett HEAT, has been named the Georgia High School Association (GHSA) and the American Association of AdaptED Sports Programs (AAASP) Adapted/Allied/Unified Varsity Sports Coach of the Year.
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Gwinnett County Public Schools’ (GCPS) 2025 graduates continue to show impressive strides toward college and career readiness.
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A Lanier High School student’s video concept and production talent earned 1st place recognition and a MacBook Pro in the 2025 Heads Up Georgia Student Video Contest, sponsored by Georgia Public Broadcasting (GPB) and the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS).