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New superintendent of state’s largest school district hands out books for first day
By Matt Johnson at WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· July 1, 2026
· 2 min read
Gwinnett County Public Schools’ new superintendent, Dr. Alexandra Estrella, spent her first day on the job Wednesday handing out books to children at a book mobile stop.Estrella took over Gwinnett County Public Schools on Wednesday, months after the county Board of Education hired her in March. C...
Key takeaway Channel 2 Gwinnett County Bureau Chief Matt Johnson was there as Dr.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
As the new superintendent of Gwinnett County Public Schools, Dr. Alexandra Estrella's decision to spend her first day handing out books to children at a book mobile stop sends a clear message about her priorities. By focusing on addressing learning loss and providing access to books, Estrella is tackling a critical issue that affects many students in the county. The fact that the district's book mobiles have been successful in drawing around 9,000 visitors a year suggests that there is a strong demand for these types of programs. Estrella's approach to listening to the community and gathering data before making decisions is also noteworthy, as it indicates that she is committed to understanding the unique needs of Gwinnett County's students and families. As she moves forward with her agenda, it will be worth watching how she balances the district's safety concerns, such as the recent pilot program testing weapons detection systems, with her efforts to support student learning and engagement.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Gwinnett County Public Schools’ new superintendent, Dr. Alexandra Estrella, spent her first day on the job Wednesday handing out books to children at a book mobile stop.Estrella took over Gwinnett County Public Schools on Wednesday, months after the county Board of Education hired her in March. C...
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