Gwinnett County Public Schools Superintendent/CEO Search

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Help Shape the Future of GCPS

The Gwinnett County Board of Education (BOE) has launched a national search for the next Superintendent/CEO of Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS)—a collaborative, forward-thinking leader who will champion student success and build on the district’s progress.

As one of the largest school districts in the country, GCPS is committed to finding a leader who shares our core values: empathy, equity, effectiveness, and excellence. This new leader will work in partnership with families, staff, the Board of Education, and the broader community to strengthen teaching and learning, enhance school experiences, and support every student.

Gwinnett County Board of Education

The Board of Education is leading a transparent and inclusive search process focused on excellence. In May 2025, the BOE selected Alma Advisory Group (“Alma”) to conduct a national search for the next superintendent of GCPS.

As the first step in the process, the BOE will work with Alma to engage students, families, staff, and the community in August and September 2025 to develop a candidate profile. This profile will identify the characteristics, skills, and experience needed by the next superintendent of GCPS to address the district’s needs and priorities.

This page will be continuously updated with the latest search progress, events, and information.

Search Timeline and Engagement Opportunities

Alma search timeline from GCPS Board Update 08212025

Phase 1: Community Engagement (Closing Soon)

We are nearing the end of Phase 1 of our superintendent search process. Thank you to everyone who participated in surveys, community gatherings, and focus groups. Your input has been invaluable, and we appreciate the many ways the community has supported this process.

Staff and Community Survey

The community survey is now closed. Your responses will help inform the Board's selection of the district's next leader.

Community Gatherings, Focus Groups, and Interviews

Open to the GCPS community, each Board of Education member hosted an in-person community gathering in their board district, between September 16-24, with the Alma Advisory Group team facilitating the discussion. Each gathering included a brief overview of the search process and then a facilitated small-group discussion designed so that all voices are heard. Additionally, the Alma Advisory Group conducted in-person and virtual focus groups with students, families, staff, district partners, business leaders, and community partners.

For those who missed the September District Community Gathering opportunities, we also offered a final virtual Community Gathering in mid-October.

Phase 2: Job Profile and Candidate Recruitment

The Gwinnett County Board of Education will hold a Special Called Meeting on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Instructional Support Center in Suwanee. The board will receive and review the Phase 1 Community Engagement Findings and the proposed Leadership Profile developed by the Alma Advisory Group. The meeting is open to the public and will also be broadcast live on GCPS TV and recorded.

More information about Phase 2 will be shared here as it becomes available.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the role of a search firm in a superintendent search?

The search firm serves as a strategic partner to the GCPS Board of Education throughout the superintendent selection process. Alma Advisory Group will facilitate community engagement, synthesize stakeholder feedback, develop the job profile, conduct a national recruitment campaign, screen candidates, design the selection process and screening activities, and provide guidance and facilitated support to help the Board identify and select the best leader for Gwinnett County Public Schools.

What are the phases of the superintendent search?

What are the next steps in the search process?

The community engagement activities concluded in mid-October. The Alma Advisory Group is in the process of summarizing and synthesizing the qualitative and quantitative data and will return to present the findings to the GCPS Board of Education in November. The Board will discuss the implications for the job profile and review and finalize the job profile for posting and advertising the position.

What should I expect to learn from the search firm’s engagement repo

Do I still have an opportunity to engage or weigh in on the superintendent search process?

How will the search process ensure transparency and accountability?

The Board of Education is leading a transparent and inclusive search process focused on excellence. All Board meetings and work sessions related to the search are publicly noticed and open to the community unless specific candidate names or personnel matters are being discussed. The Board follows all Georgia Open Meetings and Open Records laws throughout the selection process.

Stay Informed

We’ll post regular updates and ways to get involved throughout the process. Check back here for the latest news, surveys, event details, and more.

Questions about the search process? Contact us at GCPSSuptSearch@gcpsk12.org.

Together, we’re building the future of GCPS—and your voice matters.