Thursday, January 18 A Day at the Farm – Swann Middle students will spend a day at the farm at N.C. A&T. The university recently received a grant to develop education opportunities for teachers and students across the state. Between…

Greensboro, NC - Guilford County Schools will offer two new Choice programs for the 2024-25 school year. At its meeting on Tuesday, the Board of Education approved the implementation of a gaming and robotics program at Foust Elementary and an…

Monday, January 15 GCS closed in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday. Tuesday, January 16 6:00 p.m. Board of Education Meeting (Board Room, 712 N. Eugene St., Greensboro) Wednesday, January 17 10:00 a.m. Legislative Committee…

Greensboro, NC - The block lettering on the wall of Gary Gonzalez’s classroom reads, “Discipline of others isn’t punishment. You discipline to help, improve, to correct, and prevent.” That’s the philosophy behind his…

Board of Education Calendar of Events January 1 - 7, 2024 Monday, January 1 GCS closed in observance of the New Year’s Day Holiday. Upcoming Meetings & Events Monday, January 15 GCS closed in observance of the Martin Luther King,…

Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday, December 25, 26 & 27
GCS closed in observance of the Winter Holiday.

Monday, January 1
GCS closed in observance of the New Year’s Day Holiday.

Guilford County Schools Names Two New Principals Fanisha Fuller, Candace Hudson promoted from assistant principal positions Greensboro, N.C. – New principals have been named for two Guilford County Schools. Fanisha Fuller will become…

Board Approves Plans to Adjust School Boundaries As two schools are planned to open in 2024-25, three others will close Greensboro, N.C. – The Guilford County Board of Education moved forward with plans to adjust student assignment…

Deena Hayes Retains Seat as Board of Education Chair Bettye Jenkins will again serve as vice chair Greensboro, N.C. – Deena Hayes will once again serve as chairperson of the Guilford County Board of Education. The District 8 representative…

Monday, December 11 Bikes for Kids Surprise – Monday continues a series of surprise bike giveaways at GCS. The district has partnered with over 20 sponsors and the Bikes for Kids Foundation to distribute brand-new bikes to 3rd-grade students.…

This Week in GCS Friday, December 1 Honoring Fred Whitfield – Southeast High will celebrate one of its own. At 5:30 p.m. it will host an honorary dinner for Fred Whitfield. The CEO of the Charlotte Hornets. At 7:15 p.m., The school…

Board of Education Calendar of Events December 4 – 10, 2023 Monday, December 4 3:00 p.m. Brooks Global Studies Topping Out Ceremony (3701 Parkwood Dr., Greensboro) Upcoming Meetings & Events Tuesday, December 12 5:30 p.m. Board of…

Southeast High staff member celebrated for helpful nature Greensboro, N.C. – Serving up a cup of coffee at the Falcon Fuel coffee shop, Ginger Newell was in her element, greeting students and assisting the Southeast High student workers…

Greensboro, NC - Many Guilford County Schools (GCS) school nutrition services (SNS) staff participated in a walkout today to express their concerns regarding pay. District leadership has met with school nutrition staff. The compensation plan…

District Presents Plan for Opening of New Schools Peck, Foust scheduled to welcome students in January 2025 Greensboro, N.C. – As progress continues on Guilford County Schools’ bond construction projects, the district is sharing its…

Board Appoints Chief Exceptional Children and Student Services Officer Dr. Kimberly Steinke has served in interim role since earlier this year Greensboro, N.C. – A new chief officer has been appointed for Guilford County Schools. Dr.…

Board of Education Calendar of Events November 13 – 19, 2023 Tuesday, November 14 - 6:00 p.m. Board of Education Meeting (Board Room, 712 N. Eugene St., Greensboro) Upcoming Meetings & Events Thursday & Friday, November 23 & 24…

Board of Education Calendar of Events November 6 – 12, 2023 Friday, November 10 GCS closed in observance of the Veterans Day holiday. Upcoming Meetings & Events Tuesday, November 14 6:00 p.m. Board of Education Meeting (Board Room,…

What: Guilford County Schools (GCS) will celebrate another major milestone of the $2 billion bonds. On Monday, October 30, GCS leaders will be joined by students, school board members and county and city officials for a Topping Out ceremony at…

Monday, October 30 Peck Topping Off Ceremony - Guilford County Schools (GCS) will celebrate another major milestone of the $2 billion bonds.??On Monday, October 30, GCS leaders will be joined by students, school board members and county and city…

Greensboro, NC - “It starts with us.” That’s how Allen Jay Elementary pre-kindergarten teacher Kimberly Evans reacted to learning that she is the November GCS Employee of the Month. Evans knows the importance of early childhood…

Board of Education Calendar of Events October 30 – November 5, 2023 Monday, October 30 10:00 a.m. Peck K-8 Expeditionary School Topping Out Ceremony (1601 W. Florida St., Greensboro) Wednesday, November 1 2:00 p.m. Policy Committee Meeting…

Greensboro, NC - Most classified employees in Guilford County Schools (GCS), including teacher assistants, treasurers and bus drivers, will soon see an increase in pay, thanks to a revision in the district’s classified salary schedule. The…

The Guilford County Schools Board of Education voted to send the following policies out for public comment: The proposed revision to policies 2400 and 2410 Board Policies and Policy Development are recommended to consolidate and update content…

Thursday, October 12 The Carnegie Foundation Visits GCS - Guilford County Schools (GCS) will host the Carnegie Foundation Learning Leadership Network (Carnegie LLN) on October 10-12. The aim of this network of district leadership teams is to…

Eleven GCS schools earned national recognition from College Board through its AP School Honor Roll program, which launched this month. The program celebrates schools that demonstrate a commitment to increasing college-going culture, providing…

Tuesday, October 10 Principal Surprised with National Award – The principal at Pilot Elementary will be surprised with a national award. The STREAM Educator Award from the STREAM Foundation celebrates visionaries in education and spotlights…

Tuesday, October 10 Principal Surprised with National Award – The principal at Pilot Elementary will be surprised with a national award. The STREAM Educator Award from the STREAM Foundation celebrates visionaries in education and spotlights…

Greensboro, NC - A friendly face and a welcoming smile can make all the difference when your day is off to a rough start. Aimee Dabbs, attendance officer at Southeast High, makes sure she gives her students an extra dose of kindness and…

Guilford County Schools to Host Ribbon Cutting for Sylvia Mendez Newcomers School WHAT: Guilford County Schools will host a ribbon cutting for the Sylvia Mendez Newcomers School. The school is the first named after a Latina person in North Carolina…

Friday, September 29 Retirement Presentation – Tonight will be the last homecoming game for Coach Newman, the Athletic Director at Southeast High. He is retiring this year. At tonight’s game, his colleague and former military friend…

Greensboro, NC - Foust Elementary will design its new gaming and robotics program with support from NewSchools Venture Fund. The national nonprofit has included the school in its portfolio of Innovative Public Schools. Foust Elementary, which is…

Saturday, September 23 Notes for Notes – Guilford County Schools (GCS) will host an open house for its state-of-the-art music studio. The district partnered with the nonprofit Notes for Notes to create the organization’s first recording…

Greensboro, NC - Sixteen students from five Guilford County schools have been named as semifinalists in the 69th annual National Merit Scholarship Program. GCS semifinalists are listed by school below. Early College at Guilford - Dishita Agarwal…

Former Guilford County Schools (GCS) teacher Michael Logan has been sworn in as a Board of Education member representing District 3. Action comes after Bill Goebel, who has held the District 3 seat since April 4, 2023, resigned the position…

Southeast High School’s gym will now bear the name of a notable alumni. At Tuesday night’s meeting, the Guilford County Board of Education approved a nomination to rename the main gym at Southeast after Fred Whitfield. Whitfield is a…

The Guilford County Schools (GCS) Board of Education voted to send the following policies out for public comment. The proposed revisions to policies relating to parent involvement, parent notifications, and health education are to comply with the…

– The Guilford County Schools Board of Education voted to approve the following policy after 30 days of public comment. The proposed revision to policy 2210 updates language to ensure Board of Education members have effective access to…

The former Erwin Montessori site has a new owner. The Guilford County Board of Education voted to sell the school and surrounding acreage to the Guilford County Board of Commissioners. In June 2022, the school board declared the Erwin property,…

Monday, September 18 It Starts with Hello – Millis Road Elementary students will kick off a week of kindness. Start with Hello Week runs through the 22nd, each day students will have a daily challenge including saying hello to someone new,…

Monday, September 11 Patriot’s Day Remembrance - On Monday, the Grimsley High JROTC will hold a remembrance event for 9/11. It will take place at the flagpole at 9:25 a.m. Wednesday, September 13 Leadership Lab – Bessemer Elementary…

Greensboro, NC - Guilford County Schools (GCS) has announced the schedule for the 2024 graduation ceremonies. Beginning in late May, 30 graduation ceremonies will commence. Graduation ceremonies for the Juvenile Detention Center will happen in…

As researchers indicate students still need time to recover from the learning losses experienced due to the pandemic, Guilford County Schools (GCS) reported increases in student performance and growth data in their 2022-2023 accountability report…

Board of Education Calendar of Events September 11 – 17, 2023 Monday, September 11 2:30 p.m. Board of Education Special Meeting (Board Room, 712 N. Eugene St., Greensboro) Wednesday, September 13 1:30 p.m. Policy Committee Meeting (Board…

Two grants totaling $6.7 million will enhance Guilford County Schools’ (GCS) mental health supports and expand telehealth access. Superintendent Whitney Oakley made the announcement during a keynote address marking her first year in office.…

Monday, September 4 GCS IS CLOSED FOR LABOR DAY Wednesday, September 6 Beyond Sports – Beyond Sports, an organization supporting recess and physical instruction at Title 1 schools, will begin working with Johnson Street Global Studies…

WHAT: This week marks one year since Dr. Whitney Oakley took the helm of Guilford County Schools (GCS). She is the first GCS superintendent from Guilford County, and throughout the year has led numerous charges to support and advance the district. …

Greensboro, NC - The Early College at Guilford is the best public high school in the United States. The school topped the U.S. News and World Report’s 2023-2024 list for best public high school The internationally recognized publication ranks…

Friday, August 25 Southeast Grand Entrance – Before tonight’s football game, a group will jump out of a plane and parachute into the stadium. The Jump is set to take place at 7:00 p.m. Kickoff is at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, August 26 …

Board of Education Calendar of Events August 28 – September 3, 2023 Monday, August 28 First day for students attending schools on the traditional academic calendar. Friday, September 1 10:00 a.m. Superintendent’s First Year…

Southeast Guilford High Wins Hubert B. Humphrey Jr. Award School Recognized for Work to Increase Graduation Rate and Greensboro, N.C. – Southeastern Guilford High is this year’s winner of the Hubert B. Humphrey Jr. School Improvement…

First Day Fanfare Please let me know where you plan to visit/set up live shots. A final list will be shared in News Tips on Friday - High Point Central – The marching band, teachers and cheerleaders will turn up the noise as they welcome…

Superintendent Oakley to Share Important Updates for the New School Year WHAT – On Wednesday, August 23, Guilford County Schools will host a media briefing with Superintendent Dr. Whitney Oakley and other district leaders to discuss…

GCS To Celebrate Bond Project Milestone WHAT: Just shy of a year after breaking ground, Guilford County Schools (GCS) will celebrate a major milestone of the $2 billion bonds. On Thursday, August 24, GCS leaders will be joined by students,…

This Week in GCS Please call or email if you wish to set up a story. Monday, August 21 Southern Soars to New Heights – Southern Middle School is hosting a team building event at Ignite ParTee on Holden Road to celebrate the upcoming school…

Board of Education Calendar of Events August 21 – 27, 2023 Monday, August 21 GCS returns to the standard work week of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Thursday, August 24 9:00 a.m. Legislative Committee Meeting (Board…

Board of Education Extends Superintendent’s Contract Dr. Whitney Oakley will remain superintendent through 2027 Greensboro, N.C. – The Guilford County Board of Education unanimously extended the contract of Superintendent Dr. Whitney…

Greensboro, NC - The Guilford County Board of Education voted to send the following policy out for public comment. The proposed revision to policy 2210 updates language to ensure Board of Education members have effective access to current online…

Greensboro, NC -The public is invited to weigh in on the proposed renaming of the gym at Southeast Guilford High. At Tuesday night’s meeting, the Guilford County Board of Education Facilities Naming Committee Chair Deborah Napper, presented a…

Monday, August 14 GCS Welcomes International Teachers – GCS Human Resources Representatives will welcome more than 40 international teachers. The orientation will equip teachers with tools to adjust to living in Greensboro and be successful…

Board of Education Calendar of Events August 14 – 20, 2023 Tuesday, August 15 6:00 p.m. Board of Education Meeting (Board Room, 712 N. Eugene St., Greensboro) Upcoming Meetings & Events Monday, August 21 GCS returns to the standard…

Monday, August 14 GCS Welcomes International Teachers – GCS Human Resources Representatives will welcome more than 40 international teachers. The orientation will equip teachers with tools to adjust to living in Greensboro and be…

Office support Priscilla Toon loves helping people, and her warm and friendly demeanor has been an asset to Guilford County Schools for nearly 30 years. Yesterday, just a few short weeks away from her retirement and surrounded by the love of her…

Saturday, August 5 Wyndham Championship Check Presentation- Superintendent Whitney Oakley will receive a check on behalf of GCS for the district's Teacher Cadet program. GCS Human Resources representatives will share a presentation about the…

Monday, August 8, First Day of School – Students on the Extended Year calendar will return to the classroom for the 2022-23 school year. Dr. Oakley will visit the Academy at Smith at 1:00 pm and Brooks Global Studies at 2:00 pm to meet…

Tuesday, August 8 First day for students attending extended-year schools: Allen Jay Middle School, Brooks Global Studies, Johnson Street Global Studies Wednesday, August 9 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Retirement Reception (The Colonnade at…

Board of Education Calendar of Events July 31 – August 6, 2023 Monday, July 31 4:00 p.m. Board of Education Special Meeting (Board Room, 712 N. Eugene St., Greensboro) Wednesday, August 2 9:30 a.m. Facilities Naming Committee Meeting…

Greensboro, NC - Guilford County Schools’ (GCS) educators are excited to see our more than 68,000 students entering our schools and classrooms ready to begin the new school year, many for the very first time. Shortly before students return to…

Board of Education Calendar of Events July 24 – 30, 2023 Wednesday, July 26 4:00 p.m. Joint Capital/Facilities Planning Committee Meeting (Board Room, 712 N. Eugene St., Greensboro) Upcoming Meetings & Events Wednesday, August 2 …

Additional Cameras, Screeners Among Latest GCS Safety Updates More than 7,500 new cameras will be added next year Greensboro, N.C. – New cameras in schools and buses and security screeners in middle schools are among the latest items…

District Expands Investment in Mental Health Services for Students, Staff Board approves vendors, personnel to provide therapeutic services Greensboro, N.C. – Continuing programs launched during the 2022-23 school year, Guilford County…

Board Appoints Three Principals to District Leadership Team Greensboro, N.C. – Principals have been named at three Guilford County schools. Keith Barnett will return to Guilford County Schools (GCS) as the principal of Western High.…

Greensboro, N.C. – At Tuesday’s board meeting, the Guilford County Board of Education voted to approve several revised personnel-related policies. Policy 7100 Recruitment and Selection of Personnel (formerly named: Equal Opportunity…

Two More GCS Students Earn National Merit Scholar Awards Both students graduated from the Early College at Guilford Greensboro, N.C. – Two recent GCS graduates have been named to the list of National Merit Scholars for the Class of 2023.…

Greensboro, NC - The Guilford County Schools (GCS) District Relations Team earned top honors from the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) for its work during the 2022-2023 school year. Representatives from NSPRA formally…

Board of Education Calendar of Events July 17 - 23, 2023 Tuesday, July 18 5:00 p.m. Board of Education Meeting (Board Room, 712 N. Eugene St., Greensboro) 5:00 p.m. closed session; open meeting begins at 6:00 p.m. Upcoming Meetings & Events …

Transportation Staffer Named July Employee of the Month Office support Monti Kimber assists with transportation needs and solves problems Greensboro, N.C. – Her colleagues call her “Team Too Much” for her willingness to help…

Board of Education Calendar of Events July 3 – 9, 2023 Week of July 3 GCS closed. Upcoming Meetings & Events Tuesday, July 18 5:00 p.m. Board of Education Meeting (Board Room, 712 N. Eugene St., Greensboro) 5:00 p.m. closed session;…

This Week in GCS Eastern Guilford High Facility Renovations - Guilford County Schools is partnering with the Team8 Tour and the Cal Ripken Foundation with the help of UnitedHealthcare’s volunteer initiative to enhance Eastern Guilford High…

GCS Names Newlin to Principal Supervisor, Hires Principal Western High principal will lead group of principals Greensboro, N.C. – Guilford County Schools (GCS) has made additional personnel changes in advance of the upcoming school year.…

More GCS students will receive free meals next year. An additional 27 schools have qualified for Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) status, meaning because of the high need in the community, all students in the school may eat for free. For the…

Guilford County Schools (GCS) added a new principal to its roster and removed the “interim” designation from the title of its chief technology officer. Eric Puryear will join the district and will be assigned to a school at a later…

Greensboro, NC - The votes are in, we’ve done the math, and the numbers add up perfectly for Adjoa Botwe-Rankin, elementary math coordinator, who was named as the June GCS Employee of the Month. Botwe-Rankin was surprised with the news on…

The Guilford County Department of Public Health has scheduled several vaccination clinics for students. State law requires rising 7th graders to have one dose of the Tdap and MCV vaccine, and rising 12th graders are required to have a booster dose…

Board of Education Calendar of Events May 22 – 28, 2023 Wednesday, May 24 9:00 a.m. GRADUATION: Early College at Guilford (Fieldhouse, Greensboro Coliseum Complex, 1921 W. Gate City Blvd., Greensboro) 11:00 a.m. GRADUATION: Greensboro…

Monday, May 22 Student Vaccination Opportunity – The Guilford County Department of Public Health has scheduled several vaccination clinics for students. State law requires rising 7th graders to have one dose of the Tdap and MCV vaccine, and…

Guilford County Schools (GCS) is home to a nationally recognized music program. For the sixth year in a row, the NAMM Foundation named the district one of the “Best Communities for Music Education.” The designation is awarded to…

A Guilford County Schools tradition has returned to the halls of elementary schools across the district. Seniors from all 28 high schools will dress in their graduation regalia and walk the halls of elementary schools, inspiring students and…

This Week in GCS Friday, May 12 Student Film Festival – Students at Grimsley High will showcase their hard work at the school’s annual film festival. This is the 10th annual celebration of student work. The event begins at 7 p.m.…

Three More GCS Students Earn National Merit Scholarships Students will receive $2,500 toward the college of their choice Three GCS students were selected in the second round of the National Merit Scholarships, which were announced this week.…

Greensboro, NC - The Guilford County Board of Education voted on Tuesday to appoint Jose Bernal to represent the school district on the Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC) Board of Trustees for a four-year term. The Board also voted to…

Board of Education Calendar of Events May 15 – 21, 2023 Thursday, May 18 9:00 a.m. Legislative Committee Meeting (Board Room, 712 N. Eugen St., Greensboro) Upcoming Meetings & Events Wednesday, May 24 9:00 a.m. GRADUATION: Early…

Board of Education Approves Policies The Guilford County Board of Education voted to approve the following revised policies at Tuesday night’s board meeting. - The revised Confidential Information Policy 2125/7315 updates the handling…

GCS Appoints New Principals, Makes Administrator Changes Changes will take effect on July 1, 2023 Congratulations are in order to seven new principals appointed during Tuesday’s Board of Education meeting. In addition, seven principals are…

School Board Approves Annual Budget Request Proposed budget focuses on increasing the compensation of the lowest-paid employees The Guilford County Board of Education has finalized its budget request to the Guilford County Board of County…

Shift_ed, Cisco, Forsyth Technical Community College and Manpower are collaborating to bring students a summer tech experience. This opportunity is open to any high school senior graduating in 2023 and any other college-age students interested in…

Southern High named National Senior School of the Year Greensboro, NC - Southern High has been named the National Senior School of the Year by the National Energy Education Development (NEED) project, as well as the North Carolina Senior School…

Saturday, May 6 Stop The Violence Community Health Fair – Dudley High is hosting an all-day event for the community. The event begins at 12:15 with a Stop the Violence safety rally at the football stadium. There will also be carnival games,…

Greensboro, NC - Together, we can make Guilford County Schools the best place to learn, work and grow. That is the message Superintendent Dr. Whitney Oakley shared as she unveiled Better Together, the new strategic direction for Guilford County…

Does your child want to learn about animal science, or drone technology, or modern music production? GCS has a camp for you. Summer programming is back, and registration is now open. GCS offers a wealth of summer camps, starting with academic…

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Tuesday, May 2nd Better Together: GCS Strategic Direction - the public is invited as Dr. Oakley shares the steps GCS will take to foster student, staff success, and highlight ways the community can get engaged. Students from across the district…

It only takes a few minutes to make someone feel appreciated. May is Employee Appreciation Month in Guilford County Schools, and the district is asking for the community’s help in ensuring that its nearly 10,000 employees, including teachers…

Greensboro, NC - An Early College at Guilford student is among approximately 840 students nationwide to receive a corporate-sponsored scholarship from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. Senior Eric Wang received funding through Northrop…

Parents encouraged to attend one of six upcoming events for 2023-24 school year Greensboro, N.C. – Will your child be riding the bus next year? Make plans to attend one of six upcoming transportation fairs to register for transportation…

Please call or email if you wish to set up a story. Thursday, April 27 International Day- Students at Lindley Elementary will showcase their knowledge during a “Parade of Nations” to kick off the school’s international day…

Parents may apply online at gcsnc.schoolmint.net Greensboro, N.C. – The Guilford County Schools (GCS) reassignment window for the 2023-2024 school year opens May 1 at 8 a.m. and closes May 31 at 5 p.m. During this time, families may submit a…

Greensboro, N.C. – As a lead teacher for Exceptional Children’s school support, Jen Nierle works with eight elementary schools to support the education of students with special needs. When one of those schools faced unexpected teacher…

Tuesday, April 25, 2023 4:00 p.m. -- Joint Capital/Facilities Planning Committee Meeting (McAdoo Conference Room, Truist Bank Building, 201 W. Market St., Greensboro) Upcoming Meetings & Events Tuesday, May 2 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. -- Better…

Families Thriving Together- Guilford Parent Academy will host its Annual Family summit at Ragsdale High School. Staff will lead sessions on topics including transitioning to middle/high school, anti-bullying, yoga, virtual tutoring, advocacy and…

Funding approach would make GCS more competitive in labor market Greensboro, N.C. – A new approach to classified employee pay grades is part of Superintendent Dr. Whitney Oakley’s budget recommendation, presented to the Board of…

Greensboro, NC - The baseball field at Western Guilford High School will now be called The Chris Causey Field. Guilford County Board of Education members approved a nomination for the renaming at Tuesday’s meeting. Christopher Causey…

Monday, April 17 Shoe Donation- GOFAR and Fleet Feet will deliver brand-new running shoes to students at Jefferson Elementary. Students will learn about the importance of proper footwear and have been training to participate in the annual GOFAR 5K.…

Board of Education Calendar of Events April 17 – 23, 2023 Tuesday, April 18 12:00 p.m. Board of Education Meeting (Board Room, 712 N. Eugene St., Greensboro) Friday, April 21 9:00 a.m. Legislative Committee Meeting (Board Room, 712 N.…

Board of Education Calendar of Events: April 10 – 16, 2023 No events scheduled. Upcoming Meetings & Events Tuesday, April 18 12:00 p.m. -- Board of Education Meeting (Board Room, 712 N. Eugene St., Greensboro) Wednesday, April 26…

Greensboro,NC - A vacancy on the Guilford County Board of Education has been filled. At Tuesday’s meeting, board members voted to select William (Bill) J. Goebel as the District 3 representative. Board attorney Jill Wilson updated the board…

Greensboro, NC - The Guilford County Board of Education approved an increase to the weekly fee for the district’s After-school Care Enrichment Services (ACES) program, to take effect in the 2023-24 school year. The funds will help support…

Greensboro,NC - The Guilford County Board of Education voted to approve a revised energy and natural resource conservation and management policy at Tuesday’s board meeting. The revised Energy and Natural Resource Conservation and Management…

Non-Traditional Calendars Approved for Next Three Years Calendars approved for extended year schools, early and middle colleges Greensboro, NC - Following a 10-day public comment period, the Board of Education has approved the proposed calendars…

Veteran Leaders Return to Guilford County Schools Monk, Wells rejoin district as deputy superintendents Greensboro, NC - Two veteran leaders will return to Guilford County Schools (GCS) as deputy superintendents, the district announced Tuesday. …

Library Media Services Director Named Employee of the Month Natalie Strange supports and leads district’s media specialists A teacher workday means a day of professional development for the district’s media specialists, who gathered…

This Week in GCS Please call or email if you wish to set up a story. Saturday, April 1 Kindergarten Registration Begins - The time to register for kindergarten has arrived! Children who will be five years old by August 31, 2023, are invited to…

Kindergarten Registration Launches April 1 Districtwide welcome event scheduled for April 27 at all elementary schools The time to register for kindergarten has arrived! Children who will be five years old by August 31, 2023, are invited to join…

Monday, March 27 Are you the O.N.E? – Guilford County Schools is looking for Our Next Educator. Today, Human Resources representatives will answer questions, accept applications and interview for current and future teaching and substitute…

Monday, March 27 Are you the O.N.E? – Guilford County Schools is looking for Our Next Educator. Today, Human Resources representatives will answer questions, accept applications and interview for current and future teaching and substitute…

Board of Education Calendar of Events March 27 – April 2, 2023 No events scheduled. Upcoming Meetings & Events Tuesday, April 4 6:00 p.m. Board of Education Meeting (Board Room, 712 N. Eugene St., Greensboro) Friday, April 7 GCS…

Greensboro, NC - Guilford County Schools is looking for “Our Next Educator.” On March 27, representatives from the Human Resources Recruitment Office will be onsite at the Greensboro Coliseum, answering questions and accepting…

Saturday, March 18 Spring into Action: Family Resource and Career Fair - Spring is in the air, and Guilford Parent Academy (GPA) is celebrating by joining community partners to help families get a fresh start. The Spring into Action Family Resource…

Greensboro, N.C. – Now that the traditional academic calendars for Guilford County Schools have been approved for the next three years, the district is asking families to weigh in on proposed calendars for the remaining schools, which include…

Greensboro, N.C. – A baseball field at Western High may bear the name of longtime coach and athletic director Chris Causey, who retired last year. The proposal to name the baseball field "Chris Causey Field” was presented to the Board of…

Greensboro, N.C. – The Guilford County Schools Board of Education voted to approve five revised policies relating to school safety, school admission, student transportation, board member conflict of interests and energy and natural resource…

GPA and community partners are working together to help GCS families get ahead Guilford County, NC – Spring is in the air, and Guilford Parent Academy (GPA) is celebrating by joining with community partners to help families get a fresh…

This Week in GCS Please call or email if you wish to set up a story. Tuesday, March 14 FAFSA Helpline – Families and students needing assistance filling out the all-important FAFSA form can get help. Guilford Parent Academy and GCS…

Greensboro, N.C. – Superintendent Dr. Whitney Oakley and Guilford County Board of Education Chair Deena Hayes-Greene are part of the 2023 class of Outstanding Women in Business Honorees. The annual award, given by the Triad Business Journal,…

Tuesday, February 28 ACC Mascots Visiting Students – They don’t call Greensboro tournament town for nothing. ACC Mascots will visit Gillespie Park Elementary School from 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Women’s Basketball Team…

Please call or email if you wish to set up a story. Tuesday, February 28 Cultural Café – CTE students at Northwest High area holding a Black History Month event. There will be choral and orchestra performances and art displays.…

Guilford County Schools Reminder and Update: This Week NEW CommUNITY Celebration – Southwest Elementary’s PTA is hosting a Black History Month CommUNITY Celebration. The event is a culmination of a month of in-school activities and…

“Anything and everything you have experienced up until this moment has been purposeful and the lessons learned are priceless lessons, yet it has brought you to where you are now. You and I have purpose. Find YOUR purpose daily and live life to…

Greensboro, N.C. – Local elected officials met with the Guilford County Board of Education, Superintendent Dr. Whitney Oakley and other Guilford County Schools (GCS) leaders this morning as the district presented its legislative priorities for…

This Week in GCS Monday, February 20 Choice Application Window Closing – Monday is the last day families can apply to enroll their student in a Guilford County Schools (GCS) Choice school. GCS Choice Schools and Programs is a nationwide…

This Week in GCS Monday, February 20 Choice Application Window Closing – Monday is the last day families can apply to enroll their student in a Guilford County Schools (GCS) Choice school. GCS Choice Schools and Programs is a…

Thanks to funding secured by Congresswoman Kathy Manning (NC-06), GCS middle school students will have access to learning hubs to support their academic recovery. On Tuesday, Superintendent Dr. Whitney Oakley thanked Manning for securing $2.2…

Guilford County Schools Earns More Than Two Dozen Communications Awards Communications Team Earned Top Recognition for 2022 Bond Social Media Campaign Greensboro, N.C. - The Guilford County Schools (GCS) communications team was recognized on…

What: The last few years are documented as some of the most challenging in history. Now, more than ever, students and staff need champions who continue to show up for them. On Tuesday, Guilford County Schools administrators will join…

GCS Approves Traditional Calendars for Next Three Years Non-traditional calendars will be developed to align with traditional calendars The Guilford County Board of Education has approved traditional academic calendars for the 2023-24, 2024-25…

The Guilford County Board of Education has approved its schedule for the 2023-24 school year. In keeping with its current schedule, board meetings typically will be held on the second Tuesday of the month and will begin at 6 p.m., though summer…

The formal attendance zones for Hampton Elementary and Peeler Open Elementary have been updated to reflect changes made following the 2018 tornado that destroyed both schools, along with Erwin Montessori, which has a district-wide attendance…

The Guilford County Schools Board of Education voted to approve a revised school safety policy and board member conflict of interest policy at Tuesday’s board meeting. The revised School Safety Policy 1510-4200-7270 includes updated language…

District Hires Chief Technology Officer Michael Lockett brings 27 years of experience in information technology Guilford County Schools has a new chief technology officer. Michael Lockett will join the school district in that role, bringing with…

Greensboro, N.C. – The Guilford County Schools Board of Education has approved nominations for the renaming of two district facilities. The High Point Central High School baseball field will now be known as the “Andrew T. Harper…

Monday, February 6 Dual Generation Workforce Initiative Information Session - Guilford County Schools has partnered with CompTIA, the world's leading IT association, to help parents and guardians of Guilford County Schools get an IT job, even…

Monday, January 30 Longtime Teacher Retires - After 32 years, Angela Roberts will retire. For decades she has instilled knowledge in the minds of students at Smith High. Her colleagues and students will honor her with a plaque at a reception that…

The honor recognizes the school’s work to engage more female students in computer science. According to the National Science Foundation, even though more women than men are enrolled in two- and four-year colleges, the number of women pursuing…

Her job requires her to be behind the scenes, but Lisa Nolen’s excellent work has landed her squarely in the spotlight. Nolen, the director of board relations, was named the February GCS Employee of the Month. A member of the…

Wednesday, February 1 5:30 – 8:00 p.m. GCS Choice Showcase (Special Events Center, Greensboro Coliseum Complex, 1921 W. Gate City Blvd., Greensboro, NC 27403) Upcoming Meetings & Events Tuesday, February 7 6:00 p.m. Board of…

Tuesday, January 24 Better Together Community Conversations- The public is invited to share their hopes and dreams for the future of Guilford County Schools (GCS). Superintendent Dr. Whitney Oakley is continuing her series of Better Together…

Greensboro, N.C. – Jones Elementary School will soon become an international model of language immersion education. Global Teaching Partners, a nationally recognized exchange program, announced that Jones Elementary would be its first Global…

Greensboro, N.C. – Guilford County Schools (GCS) will expand its nationally recognized high school learning hubs program into district middle schools, thanks to $2.2 million in grant funding secured by Rep. Kathy Manning (NC-06) for the GCS…

Greensboro, N.C. – A federal grant worth nearly $15 million will allow Guilford County Schools (GCS) to expand its on-demand mental health resources for students. The 2021 Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) data released last month shows…

Beginning January 13, families can apply to enroll their student in a Guilford County Schools (GCS) Choice school. At Guilford County Schools, we believe every single student, pre-K to high school, should have a choice and a voice in determining…

Monday, January 9, 2023 JROTC Sock Donation- On Monday, Grimsley JROTC cadets will donate more than 1,200 pairs of socks to the Servant Center Inc. in Greensboro. Cadets surpassed their goal of collecting 500 socks for the annual drive, which was…

Greensboro, N.C. – GCS invites parents and community members to weigh in on the proposed traditional academic calendars for the next three school years. The calendars can be reviewed using the links below: -2023-24 Traditional Academic…

The Guilford County Schools Board of Education Policy Committee voted at Tuesday’s board meeting to send a revised school safety policy and board member conflict of interest policy out for a 30-day public comment period. The revised School…

Greensboro, N.C. – The Guilford County Schools Board of Education voted at Tuesday’s meeting to approve a revised student attendance policy and a federal grant administration policy after a 30-day public comment period. The revised…

Greensboro, N.C. – The Guilford County Schools Board of Education Facilities Naming Committee voted at Tuesday’s board meeting to send nominations pertaining to the renaming of two district facilities out for a 20-day public comment…

Board of Education Calendar of Events January 9 – 15, 2023 Tuesday, January 10 6:00 p.m. Board of Education Meeting (Board Room, 712 N. Eugene St., Greensboro, NC 27401) Upcoming Meetings & Events Monday, January 16 GCS…

Great teachers are those that you remember for having a positive influence on your life. For one former Gibsonville Elementary student, that teacher was Amy Simpson, who yesterday was named the January GCS Employee of the Month. Now in the Army,…

Monday, January 2 GCS closed in observance of the New Year’s Holiday. Wednesday, January 4 at 4:00 p.m. Joint Capital/Facilities Committee Meeting (Board Room, 712 N. Eugene St., Greensboro, NC 27401) Upcoming Meetings & Events…

High Point Central to Unveil Restored 95-year-old Gym Floor WHAT: High Point Central High School will celebrate its past while it ushers in a new year. The public is invited to attend a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the school’s historic…

Angie Henry Given the Order of the Long Leaf Pine Award is state’s highest honor for state service In front of her family and colleagues, longtime Guilford County Schools’ financial services leader Angie Henry was presented with the…

Policy Committee Moves Revised Policies Forward The policy committee voted to send the revised policies out for a 30-day public comment period The Guilford County Schools Board of Education Policy Committee voted to send a revised student…

GCS Takes Steps to Minimize Charged Meals Balance Alternate meal will be provided to help avoid increased charges for families Greensboro, N.C. – GCS schools will resume the charged meal plan authorized by the Board of Education in June…

Deena Hayes Retains Seat as Board of Education Chair Bettye Jenkins takes leadership role as vice chair Deena Hayes will once again serve as chairperson of the Guilford County Board of Education. The District 8 representative has served on the…

GCS Names New Principal for Brooks Global Studies Mary Sluder joins from Washington Montessori Mary Sluder will become principal of Brooks Global Studies, the district announced Tuesday. Sluder is the current assistant principal at Washington…

Chief Communications Officer Dr. Tracey H. Lewis released the following statement regarding an incident at High Point Central High School. Today, High Point Central High School was placed on a brief lockdown after an altercation involving several…

Monday, December 5 Bikes for Kids Surprise – Monday continues a series of surprise bike giveaways at GCS. The district has partnered with more than 20 sponsors and the Bikes for Kids Foundation to distribute brand-new bikes to third-grade…

Custodial Area Manager Named GCS Employee of the Month Faye Clayton will retire at the end of this month Greensboro, N.C. – A trusted leader in custodial services will close out her GCS career on a high note. Today, just a month away from…

WHAT: Guilford County Schools (GCS) is looking for candidates to join its teaching staff. GCS is holding a hiring fair for people interested in careers in education. Candidates will have the opportunity to interview and be hired on the spot for…

Greensboro, N.C. – Superintendent Dr. Whitney Oakley announces Guilford County Schools (GCS) will use federal relief funds to provide mental health support to all GCS teachers and staff through a partnership with E-Therapy. “During our…

Monday, November 28 Bikes for Kids Surprise – Guilford County Schools (GCS) in partnership with the Bikes for Kids Foundation will launch a series of surprise bike giveaways. GCS is continuing its partnership with the Bikes for Kids…

GREENSBORO, N.C.— Guilford County Schools (GCS) today announced that Office Depot is donating $19,964.25 to be divided among ten Guilford County Public Schools. On Monday, GCS, accompanied by district managers from Office Depot, surprised the…

Saturday, November 19 STEM Teacher Training – The GCS STEM Department has partnered with UNCG Serve and Core Technology to train STEM professionals. On Saturday, they’ll host a training event at Core Technology at Gateway Research Park…

Greensboro, N.C. - More than 100 students joined Superintendent Dr. Whitney Oakley in High Point today to discuss school safety. Earlier this week, Oakley announced four additional strategies to address school safety, including greater student…

Events Thursday, November 17 Parent Engagement Night – The Middle College at GTCC High Point is giving away turkeys to 50 families. The event is a coordinated effort to get parents and guardians involved with their child’s education…

The policy committee voted to send the revised policy out for a 30-day public comment period Greensboro, N.C. – As part of its ongoing policy review process, the Guilford County Board of Education’s Policy Committee voted to send a…

Oliva, Maness take new roles; Bowser named principal at Frazier Elementary Greensboro, N.C. – Continuing her focus on school safety, on Nov 15th, Superintendent Dr. Whitney Oakley announced the expansion of the district’s School Safety…

Oliva, Maness take new roles; Bowser named principal at Frazier Elementary Greensboro, N.C. – Guilford County Schools (GCS) announced several personnel updates on Tuesday, including two chief executives and a principal. Guilford County…