Winn Holt Elementary School
Principal: Lisa Glausier
588 Old Snellville Highway, Lawrenceville, GA 30046
School Highlights
The following school highlights showcase how Winn Holt 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.
Bringing History to Life
Winn Holt’s Inaugural Black History Wax Museum
Our first-ever Winn Holt Black History Wax Museum was an inspiring success, showcasing the hard work and creativity of approximately 50 students in grades 2–5. After researching a famous Black American, each student wrote a report and prepared a presentation to bring their historical figure to life. Classes, families, and community members were invited to visit the museum, where parents proudly expressed how meaningful it was to see their children participate and learn about influential Americans whose contributions shaped our nation’s growth and identity.
Custodial Excellence—A Record-Setting Legacy Continues
Winn Holt Elementary proudly celebrates its Head Custodian for being named GCPS Head Custodian of the Year at the district’s annual recognition breakfast—for an incredible 26th consecutive year. This remarkable achievement extends the district record for the longest streak of this prestigious honor and reflects an unwavering commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for all students, staff, and visitors.
Champions in Action: Winn Holt Robotics Takes the Top Prize!
This school year, the Winn Holt Robotics Team competed in the First Lego League Robotics competition—and brought home the prestigious Champion’s Award! This highest honor recognizes a team that excels in every area, and our students certainly rose to the occasion. The team earned this award through their incredible teamwork, enthusiasm, and creativity. They impressed judges with their outstanding robot design, innovative project work, and their ability to truly embody the First Lego League Core Values of discovery, inclusion, innovation, and fun.
Winn Holt Royal Readers – District Readers Rally
The Winn Holt Royal Readers earned 2nd place in their division at the district Readers Rally competition in March. Students prepared throughout the school year by reading and studying a selection of books, developing their knowledge and comprehension to participate in this rigorous academic competition.
Girls on the Run Participation
Winn Holt Elementary participated in the Girls on the Run program this year, with 30 students taking part. Girls on the Run is an evidence-based program designed to help participants build confidence, increase physical activity, and develop important life skills. Throughout the season, students engaged in lessons focused on recognizing inner strength, setting goals, and supporting others. The program concluded with a 5K event in Atlanta, where participants completed the run as a culminating experience.
Inaugural Year of Reading Initiative – Black Knights Read!
Black Knights Read is our school-wide literacy initiative focused on building a love of reading and improving achievement across all grade levels through meaningful reading experiences, student choice, and schoolwide recognition. Each month, teachers honor a student who demonstrates strong reading habits, completes AIR work with effort, and promotes reading among peers. The initiative also features events and recognitions such as the Black Knights Read Café, monthly announcements, a Wall of Fame, reader spotlights, teacher shout-outs, and literacy strategy highlights.
A Vibrant After-School Experience
Winn Holt offers a wide variety of after-school clubs led by passionate staff sponsors, providing students with enriching, creative, and engaging opportunities beyond the classroom. Club offerings include Academic Competition, Chorus, Honor Chorus, Orff Instrumental Ensemble, Drama, International Club, Peer Leaders, Robotics, as well as Junky Journal & Jam Club, and Girls on the Run, allowing students to explore their interests, build skills, and connect with peers.