Work Session July 14, 2026

This was a work session held by the Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) Board on July 14, 2026, focusing on the district's leadership transition and strategic planning efforts. The meeting featured presentations from Dr. Estraa, the new superintendent, and key consultants including Dr. Edward Fergus and Dr. Richard Lemons. The discussion centered on the formation and roles of a large transition team of over 160 stakeholders tasked with assessing the district's current state and informing both short-term and long-term strategic recommendations. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to an equity study led by Dr. Fergus, which involves data analysis and community engagement to address disproportionality in special education, discipline, gifted programs, and other areas. The strategic planning process, facilitated by Dr. Lemons, was outlined as a comprehensive, data-driven effort integrating findings from the transition team, equity study, and other audits to develop actionable priorities and measures for the district. While no specific procurement or contract awards were discussed, the meeting emphasized data collection, stakeholder engagement, and planning activities that will guide future resource allocation and operational decisions within GCPS.