A Message from Mrs. Douthart
Principal, Five Forks Middle School
Dear Five Forks Families,
It's day 4 of Digital Learning, and I have to say that I have heard great reviews from both teachers and students. Teachers are reporting that their students are logging on and engaging in the digital classroom at high levels. Additionally, they are collaborating with their colleagues to get creative with the delivery of lessons...trying out videos, chats, discussions, and some have even put on a costume! While not everyone will make the choice to wear a disguise, there is no doubt in my mind that our teachers are staying focused on the instructional calendar and providing high quality lessons each day--and it will only get better.
Some reminders that the school system sent out yesterday afternoon include:
- On Monday, March 23, Gwinnett County Public Schools will launch Week 2 of digital learning. We appreciate our teachers, students, and families who worked together to make Week 1 successful. We are so impressed with their commitment to ensuring teaching and learning continues during these challenging times! And we also thank those of you at home for ensuring that your children are logging in and staying up-to-date on their classwork. Teachers are working with students and families who have questions about digital learning. If you need support, contact your child’s teacher or school. Remember, Digital Learning Days are school days that will not be made up, so this work, what children are learning, and the grades they are earning are important.
- As part of its support to students and families during Week 2, the school district will continue to provide lunch for pick-up at 68 school sites, and school buses will continue delivering lunch at bus stops. These meals are available to anyone 18 years of age or younger, no matter which school you attend. A list of school sites and the clusters and schools where delivery is provided can be found on the district website. Please note that these meals will not be provided during Spring Break (March 30-April 3).
- Again, we will begin Week 2 of digital learning next week, which will be followed by GCPS' scheduled Spring Break (March 30-April 3). As a school district, we are grateful to all of you for your continued patience and understanding as we work through this unprecedented time. Thank you sincerely to everyone for banding together to support each other and our students.
Please remember that while the school building is closed, the learning will not stop! Please reach out to your child's teachers if you have any questions or concerns. They are here for you!
Have a great Thursday!
Christine Douthart
Proud Principal, Five Forks MS
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Five Forks Middle School
Email: five_forks_middle@gwinnett.k12.ga.us
Website: fiveforksmiddleschool.org
Location: 3250 River Drive Southwest, Lawrenceville, GA, United States
Phone: 770-972-1506
Facebook: facebook.com/BuckyConnects
Twitter: @BuckyConnects