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Discover Kirkman Park Elementary

Our school is a welcoming and supportive learning community where students are encouraged to grow academically, socially, and emotionally. We work together with families to create a safe, positive environment that helps every child succeed and reach their full potential.

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Experience Why Families Choose Us

What makes our school culture special is the strong sense of belonging, collaboration, and care that connects students, staff, and families. We celebrate each child's unique strengths, foster meaningful relationships, and create a positive environment where everyone is encouraged to learn, grow, and succeed together.

Student Supports 

Our school offers a range of student support services designed to help every child thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. These include academic intervention and tutoring, school counseling services, special education support, English learner assistance, social-emotional learning programs, telehealth services, and connections to family and community resources to ensure all students have the support they need to succeed.

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Points of Pride

  • Our school's Performance Grade increased from a D to a C, reflecting the hard work, dedication, and commitment of our students, staff, and families.
  • We are proud to have been removed from the Low Performing Schools list, demonstrating our continuous focus on student achievement and school improvement.
  • We actively collaborate with community organizations, businesses, and local stakeholders to provide resources, opportunities, and support that strengthen student success.

Academic Programs and Opportunities

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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