Dedication Sunday For Gwinnett's New Health Science High School

DULUTH, GA — At 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 29, the Gwinnett County Board of Education and CEO/Superintendent J. Alvin Wilbanks will join students, faculty and community members as they officially dedicate McClure Health Science High School.

Gwinnett's newest "theme" school, at 3921 Club Drive in Duluth, began classes in August. Students can explore four areas: patient care, allied health, health informatics and advanced medicine.

If you wish to attend, the Gwinnett County Public Schools requests that you RSVP:

• by email to rebecca_montero@gwinnett.k12.ga.us
• or by calling 770-806-7946

In a press release, the GCPS describes McClure Health Science High School as "a unique place where students learn a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum through the lens of health science, combining coursework with practical experiences in a myriad of health science fields."

The school is named after Dr. Robert McClure, a local physician and longtime member of the Gwinnett County Board of Education. After serving on the board for 24 years, he did not seek re-election in 2018.

On Sunday, the events will include a reception and tours of the school, as well as remarks by Dr. McClure and other dignitaries, including Wilbanks, school board member Louise Radloff and Lilburn Mayor Johnny Crist.

The dedication ceremony will include students from nearby schools, with the presentation of colors by the Radloff Middle Junior Leadership Corps and the singing of the national anthem by Dr. Jimmie McKinley, the assistant principal at McClure Health Science High School.

The day also will feature a performance by the school’s Pulse Dance Company, directed by Christina Kurinzi.