Winn Holt Elementary School

About Winn Holt Elementary School

Margaret Winn Holt Bio

Winn Holt – Bio

Margaret Winn Monfort Holt, a lifelong resident of Lawrenceville, entered the world on September 26, 1924. Her parents’ home was located just one block from the courthouse square. Her lineage is traced back to Elisha Winn, revered as the founding figure of Gwinnett County. Elisha established his residence in Dacula in 1812. It was in his parlor that the inaugural elections in Gwinnett County took place in 1819. Winn personally designated the county seat’s geographical center. Laying the foundation for the town now known as Lawrenceville and contributing to its street layout. Elisha Winn played a pivotal role in the town’s establishment and also initiated the Lawrenceville Academy for Boys in 1824 and the Female Seminary in 1836.

Early Years

As the Valedictorian of the Class of 1941 at Lawrenceville High School, Margaret Winn Monfort Holt began her journey of academic excellence. She distinguished herself as a member of the region championship teams in both basketball and track. Her talents extended beyond sports, earning state honors in debate, theater, drama, art, and music.

Achievement

In 1945, Margaret achieved another milestone by becoming the second woman in the history of the University of Georgia to be named Valedictorian. She graduated with a BA in Political Science, receiving honors in English and Spanish. Her exceptional academic achievements led to her selection to prestigious societies such as Phi Beta Kappa, Mortar Board, and Phi Kappa. During her time at the university, Margaret actively contributed to campus life, serving as Vice President of Alpha Delta Pi Sorority. Following her graduation, she dedicated herself to teaching and imparting her knowledge of English and Spanish at Lawrenceville High School. Margaret’s commitment to education extended beyond the classroom. She coached the girls’ debate team and made history as the first female girls’ basketball coach in Gwinnett County.

Contact Information

Address

588 Old Snellville Highway Lawrenceville, GA 30046

Website

https://www.gcpsk12.org/WinnHoltES

Phone

678-376-8600

Academics

Winn Holt Elementary School is served by the Gwinnett County School System and follows the Georgia State Standards for education, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education that covers core subjects like Mathematics, English Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies.

Winn Holt Elementary School features the following academic programs:

• Dual Language Immersion
• English Language Learners
• Gifted & Talented Programs
• Intervention programs
• Special Education Programs

Clubs and Activities

In addition to academics, Winn Holt Elementary School offers a range of extracurricular activities to help students explore their interests and develop a well-rounded skill set.

Winn Holt Elementary School features the offers enrichment programs:

• Chorus
• International Club
• New Beginnings
• Photography Club
• Robotics Club
• Student Leadership