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Gwinnett board narrows equity‑audit choices; several members favor ERS for audit work
Summary
Board members reviewed interviews with equity‑audit vendors (AIR, ERS, ERG), several said they favor Education Resource Strategies (ERS) for its experience with large districts and equity framework; the board will consider vendor selection on Thursday and incoming superintendent Dr. Strayer will lead a stakeholder‑driven transition process.
Board members discussed candidates for a districtwide equity audit and transition planning for the incoming superintendent.
After watching provider interviews and reviewing materials, several board members said they were leaning toward ERS because of the firm’s experience with large districts, an equity framework that addresses resource equity and student experience, and proposals to work as change partners with the district. Other members favored AIR given its prior local work and research ties; multiple members asked staff to circulate previous reports from both firms to inform the Thursday vote.
Transition planning: Board members also discussed transition touchpoints with incoming Superintendent Dr. Strayer, including meeting cadence (a request to meet twice a quarter during the transition) and Dr. Strayer’s intent to assemble a community‑inclusive transition team and produce a 100‑day plan that will feed a longer strategic plan.
Ending: The vendor recommendation and any contract approval will appear on the Thursday business meeting agenda; board members asked staff to circulate prior ERS/AIR materials and to follow up on references.
Quote: One board member said of ERS, "I really appreciated the equity framework that they presented," while another noted they were still reviewing materials and videos before making a final choice.
