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Discover Guilford Elementary

A diverse and vibrant school community where students from different backgrounds, experiences, and cultures come together to learn, grow, and thrive. Our academic growth reflects the dedication of our students and staff, with continued progress in achievement and a strong commitment to closing gaps, strengthening instruction, and ensuring every Cheetah has the opportunity to succeed.

Experience Why Families Choose Us

Our school culture is joyful, welcoming, and built on relationships, where every student is known, valued, and encouraged to be their best. At Guilford Elementary, we celebrate diversity, build leaders, and create a community where every Cheetah belongs, grows, and shines!

 

Student supports

Teachers provide differentiated instruction to strengthen skills, provide additional support, maintain grade-level learning, and close learning gaps—ensuring every Cheetah has the opportunity to succeed.

Points of Pride

  • Veteran staff with experience providing engaging and rigorous online learning.
  • Guilford County Schools' only online learning academy.
  • Flexible learning environment.
  • Great alternative to homeschool.

 

Academics

Leader In Me - At Guilford Elementary, we believe every child is a leader! Through Leader in Me and Franklin Covey’s 8 Habits, students learn simple, powerful skills like taking responsibility, setting goals, working well with others, listening, making good choices, and believing in themselves. We help every Cheetah build the skills they need to be successful in school—and in life!

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School Discovery Month

All GCS families and future families are invited to explore our amazing schools during School Discovery Month.  Visit, ask questions, meet our staff, and see all the opportunities GCS has to offer in your attendance zone, as well as our Choice schools and programs.

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The Guilford Guarantee

One district.
Many possibilities.

No matter whether you choose your neighborhood school or a Choice school or program, GCS has a school that's right for your child.  Through the Guilford Guarantee, all schools will help students understand their potential and provide multiple pathways to success after high school.

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Learn about the Guilford Guarantee

College Credit 

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Opportunities to earn college credit while in high school.

Career Credentials 

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Access to industry recognized credentials in high demand fields.

Real-World Experience 

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Hands-on learning through internships, apprenticeships and work based learning.

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Choice Application Window
October 9 through December 4, 2026, at 5 p.m.

Elementary & Middle School Selections
Step Date
Lottery and Notification Friday, December 11, 2026
Family Accept and Decline Offers Deadline Friday, December 18, 2026
High School Options Selections
Step Date
Lottery and Notification Friday, February 5, 2027
Families Accept or Decline Offers Deadline Friday, February 12, 2027