Discovery High School
1335 Old Norcross Road
Lawrenceville, GA 30046
Phone: 678-226-4250
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Dear Parent(s)

We have not received a new application for many students this year.  It is a requirement that you re-apply for free and reduced school meals each school year. Your child/children's benefits will end on Monday, September 17, 2018.

We must receive and process a new application before Monday, September 17, 2018 or your child/children will be charged full price for meals. It may take a few days to process your form and you will be responsible for all charges until your application is approved and information has transferred to the local school.

School lunches cost $2.25 in Elementary Schools and $2.50 in Middle and High Schools. Breakfast cost is $1.50 at all schools, where available.

Put ALL your children's names on one application form. This means elementary, middle and high school student names should be listed on the same form. Completing more than one form may delay your approval.

You may reapply online at the following Website:

Please note that your online application may take 1 to 2 days for approval. Additionally, application forms are available at all local schools.
STUDENT DROP OFF AND PICK UP
As a reminder, ALL student drop off and pick up occurs on the entrance to the side of the school from the Riverside Parkway. Do not drop off your student from the Old Norcross entrances.

"Tardy to school" students should also be dropped off in the side parking lot off of Riverside Parkway. Tardy passes can be obtained from room 611 or the attendance office.
After School Leadership/STEM Academy

Your child is eligible to participate in the NMCC 21st Century Leadership/STEM academy being held during the 2018-2019
school year. Students will receive academic support in their core content subjects (English Language Arts, mathematics, science, and social studies) and will engage in meaningful enrichment activities that will include computer science, 3-D printing, aquaponics, forensic science, music production/technology, and virtual reality. Another component of the program is wellness and fitness where students have the opportunity to learn more about yoga and strength training in a professional gym. We are also partnering with certified teachers from Gwinnett County Public Schools as well as teachers from Sylvan Learning and Math 1 on 1 to provide academic support Please complete the attached form to register your child NOW.
Parents, please join us for our Annual Title l Parent Meeting on August 30, 2018. We will offer two sessions, a morning session from 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM and an evening session from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM. We will provide an interpreter for your convenience. This meeting will be held in our Media Center. Please be on time; the meeting will start promptly. We look forward to seeing you there.
Local school councils bring parents, teachers and school leaders together to support and improve education.

Nominations for School Council will be open from August 10 - August 31, 2018. All nominations must be received either electronically or in the front office of Discovery High School by September 7th. A link to the electronic nomination form is included here. You may nominate yourself or others. If nominating another person to serve, contact information for that person must be provided to ensure they are willing to accept the nomination.

Elections of School Council members, if necessary, will be held during the week of September 10th. 

Following are a few of the commitments for Local School Council members:
Terms on the council are two years (unless the parent no longer meets qualifications).
Attendance at quarterly meetings during the school year is required. The times and dates of these meetings will be finalized at the first meeting on Tuesday, September 25th at 6:00 PM.
Demonstrate a cooperative spirit in working with all members of the School Council. 
Community School Survey

Do you want to have input on classes such as Driver's Ed offered by the community school? Please complete the brief survey below.
Check out the HALL Pass ...

This is your all - access guide to what's happening with sports, clubs and activities at Discovery High School.
Our Fantastic PTSA is hosting Spirit Night for 9th grade on Tuesday, Aug 28 at Chick-fil-A on Sugarloaf @ 316, from 5:00-8:00 pm. All are welcome to come celebrate. Stop inside (5-8 PM) and sign in for an amazing deal. See you there! #Freesandwich #SpiritNight

Please visit the PTSA website or join remind for updates.

Parents should register for the PARENT PORTAL and stay informed about student attendance and academic performance in the classroom.

Access to the Parent Portal moves with students from school to school, therefore re-registration is not required once completed. This is true as long as a student remains enrolled in a GCPS school. Leaving and returning to GCPS requires a new registration.
Parent Portal registration must be done in person at the school the student attends. This requires a photo ID and the person registering must be a legal, designated parent/guardian of the student. The registration form is available to download and print.
CLICK HERE for FORM

Students are doing a good job with dress code.

Parent's, please remain vigilant with student's attire. Dressing for success at school is a priority at Discovery High School. You may review the dress code policy at any time by clicking HERE.
Events this week:
  • Varsity VolleyBall
  • JV VolleyBall
  • 9th Grade VolleyBall
  • Varsity Softball
  • JV Softball
  • Varsity Football
  • Cross Country
  • Swim and Dive Parent Meeting
  • Multiple Clubs
  • One Act Play Tryouts
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Discovery High School
1335 Old Norcross Road 
Lawrenceville, GA 30046
Phone: 678-226-4250