New Teacher Orientation
Congratulations and welcome to Gwinnett County Public Schools! Our school district hires the very best, and we are excited that you have joined our team. We are committed to your success this first year and throughout your GCPS career.
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Day One - Convocation
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Location: Gas South Convention Center
8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.| Morning Session
- Presentation of Colors from Berkmar High School JROTC
- Welcome message from the Gwinnett Board of Education Chair, Dr. Adrienne Simmons
- Community Insights from President and CEO of the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce, Nick Masino
- Panel Discussion – From Day One; LEADing with Purpose and Passion
- Student Performance by the Lovin Elementary School Chorus
- Remarks from Interim Superintendent, Dr. Al Taylor
- Closing and Reflection
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Welcome Expo & Bonus Learning Opportunities
Day Two - Induction
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Location: View participating schools below
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | District Induction
- Peachtree Ridge High School | Pre-K and K-5 Teachers (General Education and Special Education)
- Oakland Meadow School | Special Education Alternate Teachers (MoID, SID/PID, and ASD I and II)
- Discovery High School | 6-12 Social Studies, Math, Science, and ELA Teachers (General Education and Special Education)
- Seckinger High School | CTAE, Computer Science, STEM Specials, World Language, Fine Arts, ESOL/Multilingual Learner, and Physical Education/Health Teachers; Counselors, Speech Language Pathologists, and Psychologists
*Be on the lookout for an official GCPS email with your specific site assignment.
Invited Speakers and Performances
![Dr. Al Taylor]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1748638738/gcpsk12org/izfvcnidyn7obwvwf6xn/Taylor-NTO-Headshot.png","width":250}])
Dr. Al Taylor
Keynote
![Dr. Adrienne Simmons]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1748638985/gcpsk12org/nedgfep0tez9wzzztyp6/Simmons-NTO-Headshot.png","width":250}])
Dr. Adrienne Simmons
Board Welcome
![Nick Masino]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1748638305/gcpsk12org/tvchzccdgphkoke6whwq/NickMasino-FS.png","width":250}])
Nick Masino
Community Welcome
![Lovin ES Chorus]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1748866819/gcpsk12org/ka4uus0t6sokqbzihukk/LovinES-Chorus-FS.png","width":250}])
Lovin Elementary School Chorus
Student Performance
Accessing GCPS Sign In Portal
In order to access the Staff Portal and all of its incredible resources, you must logon and sign your contract. This access is critical for your full participation at NTO and to prepare for those first days of school and beyond. Please watch this video for instructions on how to logon and sign. Once you have signed you will gain access to the Staff Portal within 24 hours. You will be able to access all resources, including the New Teacher communication center.
Questions?
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