Superintendent of Guilford County Schools. GCS Parent. Book Worm. Pirate Fan #BetterTogetherGCS
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Feb 26
Twice in the past month, we’ve had the privilege of hosting the Governor and State Superintendent. Our students and staff continue to show why @GCSchoolsNC is the best place to learn, work, and grow. Proud of #TeamGCS!
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#GCSGoalGetters | The Middle College at UNCG is making strides towards sustainability with the installation of a new rooftop solar array.☀️
Read more here: uncg.edu/news/solar-panels-f…
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✨ January Psych Services Spotlight ✨
Shining the spotlight on Dr. Salma Baig! Thank you for all you do to support our students, families, and schools—we appreciate you more than you know 💙 #PsychedToSupportGCS
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📚COMING UP TOMORROW! Join us for a family-friendly virtual book discussion designed to spark conversation, build literacy, and bring families together through reading.
🗓️Wednesday, Jan. 21
⏰6 pm
💻Virtual
☑️Register: ow.ly/oKJ550XTAIv
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The district also supported nearly 1,000 beginning teachers through intensive mentoring, coaching and professional learning, resulting in an 82% retention rate for beginning Exceptional Children teachers.
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Graduates in the Class of 2025 also earned a record $233 million in scholarships. In addition, investments in Career and College Promise and Advanced Placement (AP) courses are giving students a head start on earning college credit.
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GCS has maintained a 10-year trend of graduating students at a higher rate than the state, with the district’s current four-year graduation rate at 92.1%, including record-setting rates for Black students and Students with Disabilities.
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#GCSGoalGetters | At Guilford County Schools, we are paving the way with access to healthcare via telehealth services. This has caught the attention of NBC News. See the story below.
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9 Dec 2025
#GCSUpdates | Good morning, GCS families and staff. Due to the potential for hazardous roadways and freezing temperatures, GCS will operate on a two-hour delay on Tuesday, Dec. 9. Staff will operate on Plan A. Thank you and please be safe.
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4 Dec 2025
#GCSUpdates | Because of the potential for hazardous weather, Guilford County Schools will operate remotely on Friday, Dec. 5. Students should check Canvas for their assignments. ACES and afterschool activities are cancelled.
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4 Dec 2025
#GCSUpdates | A common question in relation to inclement weather is how we make closure decisions.
If you are not receiving weather notifications or want to learn more about the decision-making process, visit gcsnc.com/weather.
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28 Oct 2025
After hearing @LAUSDSup Alberto Carvalho’s story about student menu votes, I knew we had to try it here. Our @GCSchoolsNC Cafeteria Choice Challenge let students dream, cook & serve their own creations! So proud of their creativity & teamwork. 💚🍎 #BetterTogetherGCS
24 Oct 2025
#ChooseGCS | Weaver Academy took home the win for its Mexican Braised Pork Shoulder Spring Rolls at the first-ever Cafeteria Choice Challenge.✨
To learn more about what happened behind the scenes to get to this win and High Point Central's team, visit: ow.ly/8tkI50XhvTH
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28 Oct 2025
#GuilfordGuarantee | Weaver Academy hosted its CTE Career and College Fair for students across the district to attend. They were able to meet with CTE teachers, industry leaders and college reps to learn more about potential opportunities.💙
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28 Oct 2025
#GrowWithGCS | Sternberger Elementary hosted its 18th annual Owls on the Run fundraising event! The school community has raised nearly $70,000 so far. 🦉
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28 Oct 2025
🌳🧡COMING UP TOMORROW! Sandy Hook Promise Virtual Sessions
🗓️Wednesday, Oct. 29
⏰12-1 pm: Say Something (9th-12th Grade Support)
⏰6-7 pm: Start With Hello
☑️Register here: ow.ly/C2yH50X9rmA
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Bystanders play a crucial role in stopping bullying. Speak up and stand together! #UnityThroughCommunity
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Here is our Bullying Prevention Month video, created by the Technology Student Association group with the @HairstonJaguars. Remember to promote kindness, acceptance, and belonging this month. Remember to wear Blue on Monday for World Bullying Prevention Day #UnityThroughCommUNITY
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6 Oct 2025
#GCSUpdates | Calling attention to all families, students and staff! Our messaging system is currently down due to unforeseen maintenance services. We will continue to provide updates as we receive additional information. Thank you and have a fantastic Monday.
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29 Sep 2025
💡GCS students have free access to Brainfuse HelpNow, an online learning platform that offers live tutoring, writing feedback & study resources. Students can connect with a tutor in real time, practice skills with interactive lessons & more.
🔗 ow.ly/Zc7o50X1Mvq
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29 Sep 2025
#GrowWithGCS | Kindergarteners across the district are learning through play.✨💙
From language-rich learning centers to "engineering" LEGO stations, these lessons will provide strong foundations for future postsecondary success.🎓
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