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Gwinnett County Public Schools

Ivy Creek Elementary School

Principal: Terica Peek

3443 Ridge Road, Buford, GA 30519

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School Highlights

At Ivy Creek, the strong connections within our community truly set us apart. We're incredibly proud of our culturally diverse student body, which enriches the learning experience for everyone. This beautiful blend of backgrounds, traditions, and perspectives creates a vibrant and inclusive environment where students learn from each other, broaden their horizons, and develop a deeper understanding of the world around them. We believe this diversity is one of our greatest strengths, fostering empathy, respect, and a global mindset in all our learners.

Complementing this, our vibrant parent community consists of active partners in their children's education, fostering a supportive environment for everyone. This dedication is mirrored by our remarkable staff, who pour their hearts into reaching every single student, tailoring their approaches to meet diverse learning styles and needs. Every child feels seen, valued, and empowered to achieve their full potential.

This collaborative spirit extends to our willingness to embrace new ideas and innovative approaches that enhance the learning experience. We foster a culture of continuous growth, always encouraging our students to do their best and reach for greatness. Together, these elements create a unique and nurturing environment where every student can thrive.

The following school highlights showcase how Ivy Creek Elementary School is fulfilling Gwinnett County Public School's four strategic priorities of Empathy, Equity, Effectiveness, and Excellence. Visit the School Profile Dashboard to find more detailed data on our school. 

  • Ivy Creek Elementary, part of the Seckinger Cluster, is committed to preparing students for a tech-driven future with our innovative AI Framework. Our goal is for every student to understand AI's impact and become a future-ready individual. We embed these vital skills directly into our curriculum, offering a Computer Science special where students learn coding, programming, and creative problem-solving. We also provide opportunities to use various digital tools, ensuring our students are future ready.

  • Ivy Creek Elementary School offers a Spanish Dual Language Immersion (DLI) program, serving students in Grades K-5. Spanish Dual Language Immersion is a form of bilingual education in which a child receives instruction in Spanish. Students spend part of the day studying math and science in Spanish and the other 50% of the day learning language arts, social studies, and other subjects in English. Students start the DLI program in kindergarten and continue their Spanish immersion experience each subsequent school year.

  • Ivy Creek received two significant accolades from the Georgia Governor's Office of Student Achievement: the Platinum Award for Greatest Gains and the Silver Award for Highest Performing. The Platinum Award places us among the top 1% of all Georgia schools for outstanding student academic growth over the past three years, a testament to our commitment to maximizing every student's potential. Simultaneously, the Silver Award recognizes our consistent high level of overall academic achievement, demonstrating the strong foundational learning and sustained excellence provided by our dedicated educators. These awards collectively highlight our dual commitment to both remarkable student progress and high academic standards across the board.

  • Our Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) supports our school by providing resources to classrooms, students, and teachers. The PTA also plans many special events to build positive relationships among families.

  • Our students have the opportunity to participate in many extracurricular clubs and activities to support their growth. Students may choose to participate in many before/after-school clubs, including Fifth Grade Chorus, Art Club, Walking  Club, Robotics, Readers' Rally, Crochet Club, Drone Club, Chess Club, and Kindness Club.

  • Celebrating our diverse community is a cornerstone of Ivy Creek Elementary. Our Multicultural Night successfully brought together many parents and community members, showcasing and honoring the various cultures that make up our school. Attendees delighted in an evening of delicious food, lively music, engaging crafts, and immersive cultural displays.

  • Incoming kindergarten students have the opportunity to participate in Jag Summer Camp, an exciting and educational experience designed to build anticipation for their first day of school, ensuring they're ready and eager to learn.

  • The Readers Rally Team placed second overall at the 2025 Elementary Level Readers Rally Competition.

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