Berkmar Middle School
Principal: Felecia C. Jones
4355 Lawrenceville Highway, Lilburn, GA 30047
School Highlights
The following school highlights showcase how Berkmar Middle 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.
- Berkmar Middle School, along with the Berkmar Cluster, was honored to receive the Unity Award. This recognition reflects our dedication to collaborating across schools, building strong partnerships with families and the community, and aligning our efforts to ensure every student has the opportunity to succeed.
- Berkmar Middle School teacher, Ms. Kelly Rollocks, was named Teacher of the Year and selected as a GCPS Teacher of the Year semifinalist, reflecting her dedication to inspiring creativity and excellence in the classroom. Her impact was further demonstrated through student achievement at ARTucker, where eight Berkmar Middle School students were selected to exhibit their artwork. Chosen by a panel of professional artists, the students were recognized for their artistic skill, creativity, and interpretation of the theme, Georgia Ecosystems.
- Berkmar Middle School was recognized by the Georgia Department of Education as a PBIS Distinguished School. This honor reflects our commitment to fostering a positive school culture through our Three R's—Be Respectful, Be Responsible, and Be Ready.
- Berkmar Middle School celebrated outstanding student achievement across multiple areas. An eighth-grade student was named the GCPS Middle School Gifted Student of the Year, recognizing exceptional academic achievement, creativity, and leadership. Additionally, an eighth-grade student qualified for the Georgia State Spelling Bee for the third consecutive year, demonstrating remarkable academic excellence and perseverance.
- Berkmar Middle School continued to invest in developing teacher leaders. One teacher graduated from the GCPS Teachers as Leaders program, two teachers completed the Coach Endorsement Program, and four staff members participated in the Teacher Leader Series, strengthening instructional leadership across the school.
- Berkmar Middle School provided ongoing professional learning focused on teacher-led small group instruction and effective strategies for supporting multilingual learners. Through collaboration with district instructional coaches, teachers strengthened instructional practices designed to increase student engagement, differentiation, and academic achievement.
- Berkmar Middle School students excelled at the 2025 Gwinnett Regional Science Fair, earning two second-place awards, three third-place awards, and three honorable mentions in the Environmental Engineering and Engineering Technology categories. Several students also participated in the Adaptive Science Fair, reflecting our commitment to providing meaningful STEM opportunities for all students.
- Berkmar Middle School's Student Council provided meaningful leadership opportunities while making a positive impact on the school and community. Throughout the year, students:
- Organized schoolwide spirit and recognition events that strengthened school culture.
- Planned attendance celebrations, including Popsicle and Chill.
- Led service initiatives, including a clothing drive to support students and families in need.
- Honored veterans through a schoolwide Veterans Day recognition initiative.
- Collaborated with school leaders to foster a culture of leadership, service, and accountability.
- Berkmar Middle School was selected as one of several schools to benefit from the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation and Atlanta United FC partnership with the GCPS Foundation. This investment helps reduce barriers to participation in middle school soccer while expanding opportunities for student-athletes.
- Berkmar Middle School partnered with the Atlanta Community Food Bank to host four food distributions during the school year, providing essential resources and support to students, families, and the local community. This partnership reflects our commitment to meeting the needs of the whole child and strengthening connections beyond the classroom.