Good Morning Gwinnett Podcast

https://www.GoodMorningGwinnett.com Listen to the show Monday-Thursday at 10am. Learn all about people and places around Gwinnett County. Hey if you're enjoying the show, horoscope & morning inspiration, help me keep up the good feelings by buying me a cup of coffee. Just click the link below. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AudreyBK_________________________________________________Superintendent Woods sent the following. Here is what we sent to the Gwinnett School System:March 14, 2023Superintendent Dr. Calvin Watts and Members of the Gwinnett County Board of Education:Recently, Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) announced that the district was exploring the option of adopting a new health education curriculum, including an embedded new sex education program.In district communications with the public, it was stated that this move was designed to better align with the new Health Education standards adopted by the Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE). This public statement coupled with concerns expressed to me by local citizens encouraged the engagement of my office in this process.I greatly appreciate the willingness of your school district to provide GaDOE with both your current sex education program and the proposed curriculum. Upon review, the following has been determined:1. A comprehensive crosswalk has not been provided for all lessons/topics in the proposed curriculum aligned with the state-approved standards. Upon an initial review, there is content in the proposed curriculum that is not included in our state standards.2. The proposed curriculum expands instruction within grades K-5. State law only requires age-appropriate sexual abuse and assault awareness and prevention in these grades. The proposed curriculum seems to go above this requirement, and it appears local public feedback does not support expansion into this grade band.3. The proposed curriculum does contain content specifically labeled to CASEL standards, which are not recognized or adopted by the Georgia Department of Education or State Board of Education and are not part of the state- approved standards for health education in Georgia.4. Regarding the instruction of sex education, Gwinnett’s current curriculum presents itself to be better aligned with the emphasis on abstinence in accordance with state standards and law, as well as State Board of Education board rule.I understand that the Gwinnett County Board of Education is scheduled to discuss the proposed adoption at its board meeting on Thursday. I respectfully request that the board delay adoption to give the district time to ensure compliance in the proposed curriculum with state law, standards, and board rule.I share your commitment to the health and wellness of our children. In that pursuit, it is essential that state standards and guidelines are adhered to and that public institutions are responsive to public feedback and input they receive. Overwhelming local input supports my call to pause and re-evaluate adoption. Simply stating “parents can always opt out” needlessly puts Gwinnett families and parents in a zero-sum situation.I appreciate your attention to this matter and your support for the children and families of Gwinnett County. Respectfully,Richard Woods, State School Superintendent

https://www.GoodMorningGwinnett.com Listen to the show Monday-Thursday at 10am. Learn all about people and places around Gwinnett County. Hey if you're enjoying the show, horoscope & morning inspiration, help me keep up the good feelings by buying me a cup of coffee. Just click the link below. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AudreyBK_______________________________________________The City of Norcross is thrilled to announce the recipients of the ARPA Small Business Grants!Congratulations to all the deserving small businesses that have been awarded grants ranging from $10,000 to $15,000. Your hard work, dedication, and perseverance have paid off in the face of unprecedented challenges, and we are proud to support you in continuing to thrive and grow.Your commitment to providing top-notch goods and services, creating jobs, and contributing to your communities is an inspiration to us all. The future looks bright for small businesses, and we can't wait to see what you accomplish next!For more information on the recipients, visit https://www.norcrossga.net/2282/ARPA-Small-Business-Grant-Recipients

https://www.GwinnettWomensChamber.com Our mission is to advance the success of women in business and technology by providing access to mentorship, educational resources, advocacy, networking & funding opportunities. “We want to empower and support the professional and business growth of women through dynamic programming and leadership development.

https://www.GoodMorningGwinnett.com Listen to the show Monday-Thursday at 10am. Learn all about people and places around Gwinnett County. Hey if you're enjoying the show, horoscope & morning inspiration, help me keep up the good feelings by buying me a cup of coffee. Just click the link below. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AudreyBK___________________________________________The project is set to be constructed over 2,000 acres of land between Dacula and the Apalachee River, north of Ga. 316 and south of Route 8. Rowen is projected to create about 90,000 jobs this century and contribute billions to the economy of Georgia. In December, the county commission approved a new zoning district for the Rowen land that requires developers to comply with the Rowen Foundation’s design guidelines, which include environmental practices such as preserving native plants and green space. The Georgia Department of Economic Development is still seeking the first company or companies to become Rowen’s founding partners.

It’s International Women’s Day! We are recognizing three inspirational leaders who have contributed to critical roles at the Sheriff’s Office:Director of the Administrative Bureau, Deputy Chief JonesDirector of the Administrative Services Division, Assistant Chief WalkerJail Operations Division, Assistant Chief McKenzieWe honor each of these exemplary women for breaking down barriers and paving the way. Today, the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office encourages you to take a moment to celebrate the achievements of women who have impacted you.

If you are a parent of or educator working with Hispanic and Latino high school students, I would like to share this opportunity with you H.O.P.E. (Hispanic Organization Promoting Education) has its annual Leadership Conference in a few days, Saturday, March 11th in Duluth, Georgia. It's completely FREE! there will be keynote speeches, leadership development workshops, breakfast/lunch provided, and a college exhibition fair! They'll have the following colleges and groups in attendance: the Georgia Student Finance Commission, Georgia State University, the University of North Georgia, Oglethorpe University, Wesleyan College, Brenau University, Columbia International University, Georgia Highlands College, Georgia Gwinnett College, Kennesaw State University (and it's Hispanic and Latino Outreach & Leadership in Academics Program), Piedmont University, Berry College, Reinhardt University, Interactive College of Technology, Cruz & Associate's promoting their Alcazando Un Sueno Scholarship, Rumba Money Centers with employment opportunities, and the Latin Community Fund with civil participation information.

https://www.GoodMorningGwinnett.com Listen to the show Monday-Thursday at 10am. Learn all about people and places around Gwinnett County. Hey if you're enjoying the show, horoscope & morning inspiration, help me keep up the good feelings by buying me a cup of coffee. Just click the link below. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AudreyBK______________________________________________Gwinnett County Police Department officials, including Chief J.D. McClure, will meet with Hispanic residents in the Norcross area on Thursday to address their concerns about recent crimes, including the kidnapping and murder of 16-year-old Susana Morales.The police department will host a community meeting at 6:30 p.m. at Universal Church, which is located at 6081 Singleton Road in Norcross. In additional to McClure, command staff from the West Precinct and Criminal Investigations will answer questions from members of the Hispanic community. Spanish-speaking officers and interpreters will be in attendance at the meeting as well.

https://www.GoodMorningGwinnett.com Listen to the show Monday-Thursday at 10am. Learn all about people and places around Gwinnett County. Hey if you're enjoying the show, horoscope & morning inspiration, help me keep up the good feelings by buying me a cup of coffee. Just click the link below. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AudreyBKHendrickson highlighted a human services needs assessment, the county’s first-ever Arts and Creative Economy Master Plan, a disparity study that will look at the county’s procurement and contracting system, and plans to hire a sustainability officer.“The county has always been intentional about where we see ourselves in the future,” Hendrickson said after the speech, which was delivered at 12Stone Church in Lawrenceville. “This board paid particular to some of the issues and challenges that we’re seeing around the nation — you know sustainability, climate, affordable housing, public safety, workforce challenges, transportation — and making sure we’re meeting the gaps in our community.SOURCE: www.GoodMorningGwinnett.com by Curt Yeomans

https://www.GoodMorningGwinnett.com Listen to the show Monday-Thursday at 10am. Learn all about people and places around Gwinnett County. Hey if you're enjoying the show, horoscope & morning inspiration, help me keep up the good feelings by buying me a cup of coffee. Just click the link below. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AudreyBKListen to Commissioner Ben Ku New Podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/2143373/12348354_____________________________________________As part of its mission of cultivating a growing creative arts community and promoting the continuous growth and development of our cultural resources, the Norcross Public Arts Commission, also known as NPAC, is working to create a Master Arts & Cultural Plan for the City of Norcross and YOUR input and ideas are crucial! Participation is needed from everyone who lives, works, and plays across all of Norcross so the Arts & Cultural Plan represents our entire community.Please use one of the links below to share your opinions on arts and culture programming in Norcross in a quick, 5-minute survey. The survey will be open through Friday, March 10th and all responses are anonymous. If you know someone else in Norcross who should give their input, share this post with them!

https://www.GoodMorningGwinnett.com Listen to the show Monday-Thursday at 10am. Learn all about people and places around Gwinnett County. Hey if you're enjoying the show, horoscope & morning inspiration, help me keep up the good feelings by buying me a cup of coffee. Just click the link below. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AudreyBKThe plan for revitalizing the Gwinnett Place Mall property with a mixture of retail, restaurants, green space, a cultural center and residential uses is moving forward.Gwinnett County commissioners voted on Tuesday night to approve the Gwinnett Place Mall Revitalization Strategy that the Gwinnett Place Community Improvement District worked on last year. The strategy calls for tearing down most of the existing Gwinnett Place Mall property — except for the Macy's, Mega Mart and Beauty Master anchors — and replacing it with a mixed-use "Global Villages" redevelopment concept.“This is history in the making, and I’m honored to have a front row seat,” Commissioner Kirkland Carden, whose district includes the mall area, said in a statement. “As the commissioner who represents the mall area, I wanted to make sure it is an economic force for Gwinnett County. Our vote tonight will make that happen.”To read the complete story go to:www.GwinnettDailyPost.com

https://www.GoodMorningGwinnett.com Listen to the show Monday-Thursday at 10am. Learn all about people and places around Gwinnett County. Hey if you're enjoying the show, horoscope & morning inspiration, help me keep up the good feelings by buying me a cup of coffee. Just click the link below. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AudreyBKWe need your participation to help shape the future of Lawrenceville!What is the Comprehensive Plan?A comprehensive plan is a guide for a city’s future. In a formal sense, it is a long-range document that captures the vision, goals, and objectives of those who call it home. It will include a plan for transportation, housing, land use, economic development, and quality of life.What is a CTP?A Comprehensive Transportation Plan (CTP) is a county-wide plan that uses the community’s input to create a vision and roadmap for different forms of transportation in the future. The CTP will allow us to hone in more on transportation.How can I help?Get involved in the planning process — come to a meeting, take our survey, and visit our website!Visit our website to learn more and provide vital feedback!https://lville.city/plan-feedbackTake the online survey!Attend a public meeting! See less

https://www.GoodMorningGwinnett.com Listen to the show Monday-Thursday at 10am. Learn all about people and places around Gwinnett County. Hey if you're enjoying the show, horoscope & morning inspiration, help me keep up the good feelings by buying me a cup of coffee. Just click the link below. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AudreyBK______________________________________________The U.S. Department of Transportation's Safe Streets and Roads for All grant program has awarded $200,000 to Gwinnett County to improve road safety conditions. Gwinnett County will contribute an additional $50,000 toward their Countywide Safety Action Plan. With the focus on preventing roadway injuries and fatalities for motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians, Gwinnett County will use the federal and local funds to improve upon the county's roadway safety plan. (The Atlanta Journal Constitution)

https://www.GoodMorningGwinnett.com Listen to the show Monday-Thursday at 10am. Learn all about people and places around Gwinnett County. Hey if you're enjoying the show, horoscope & morning inspiration, help me keep up the good feelings by buying me a cup of coffee. Just click the link below. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AudreyBK________________________________________________The AAMI is an initiative of the University System of Georgia, launched to improve black male graduation rates in its 26 schools, including GGC. GGC’s AAMI/Elite Scholars program, debuted at the college in 2011. It’s designed to meet students where they are, according to Dr. Brandon Lewis, who began overseeing the initiative in 2021. Lewis, an associate professor in GGC’s School of Education, sees the program as the catalyst that attracts historically marginalized students, gives them an outlet for their experiences and feelings and offers a way for them to navigate their college experience — and beyond — with purpose.SOURCE:www.GwinnettDailyPost.com Curt Yeomans

https://www.GoodMorningGwinnett.com Listen to the show Monday-Thursday at 10am. Learn all about people and places around Gwinnett County. Hey if you're enjoying the show, horoscope & morning inspiration, help me keep up the good feelings by buying me a cup of coffee. Just click the link below. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AudreyBK______________________________________________Gwinnett County residents can now get an overdose-reversing kit for free from local health officials in case they are worried that they, or someone they care about, might be in danger from opioid use.GNR Public Health announced on Friday that it is making the Narcan kits available to anyone over 18 in its three-county footprint. Narcan is a substance that can be used on someone, who is suffering from an overdose, to save their life.The kits are available at the Lawrenceville Health Center, located at 455 Grayson Highway Suite 300, and the Norcross Health Center, which is located at 5030 Georgia Belle Court.SOURCE: www.GwinnettDailyPost.com

https://www.GoodMorningGwinnett.com Listen to the show Monday-Thursday at 10am. Learn all about people and places around Gwinnett County. Hey if you're enjoying the show, horoscope & morning inspiration, help me keep up the good feelings by buying me a cup of coffee. Just click the link below. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AudreyBK