Junior Leadership Corp

Middle school can be a challenging time for students. Having the right tools and resources is important in helping them find their path and be successful in the future. The mission of Gwinnett County Public Schools' Junior Leadership Corps program is to influence students to be motivated to achieve their academic goals and to be  successful, productive leaders who make a difference in their communities.

Junior Leadership Corps is a Connections course offered to sixth, seventh and eighth grade students. Lessons are designed to enhance students' leadership skills including time and money management, goal setting, healthy relationships, working with groups, health and physical fitness, community service initiatives, and leadership in a diverse world. In addition to the JLC curriculum, students are required to wear the JLC uniform one day a week, participate in drill and ceremony training, and perform ten hours of community service each semester.

JLC grew out of a joint vision between the U.S. Army and the National Association of State Boards of Education (NASBE) as a result of their mutual interest in graduating successful, productive leaders.

Duluth Middle's JLC partners with the Atlanta Food Bank to provide monthly food give aways to the community.

Highlights and Honors

Five members of our JLC presented the Colors at the March GCPS board meeting.  We are proud of Olivia Lantrip, Levi Savage, Adrianna Ellis, Geramiah Holmes, and Eddie Collins.