#BetterTogetherGCS | Dr. Jill Biden is visiting GTCC | Guilford Technical Community College to discuss the importance of classroom to career education initiatives across the country. Dr. Whitney Oakley spoke out on how GCS implements these pathways.

#BetterTogetherGCS | District leaders Mike Richey, Wanda Walker and Kevin Carr supported The Arc of Greensboro's fundraising event, Dancing with our Diamonds. This event pairs supporters and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a dance competition.

#BetterTogetherGCS | Students from The Academy at Lincoln came ready to impress for #NCGASchoolDay . They welcomed guests with engaging discussions, and theatre students rounded out the session with a song from their upcoming High School Musical production.

#BetterTogetherGCS | As part of the district’s community engagement efforts, Superintendent Whitney Oakley had the opportunity to give a GCS overview to the employees of Volvo Group North America, respond to their questions, and tour their facility.

#BetterTogetherGCS | Students from the Academy at Lincoln speak out on their needs as learners. #NCGASchoolDay

#GCSUpdates | What’s on the menu this week? 🍎🥪🥦

Visit the link in our bio and use the drop-down menu to check out what’s being served at your student’s school.

#BetterTogetherGCS | Legislators are at the Academy at Lincoln to learn more about the great things happening in GCS and hear from our students. #NCGASchoolDay

“I’ve heard people say that my son is ‘giving them a hard time.’ But the truth is, he’s the one having a hard time.”

Charlie and I got vulnerable this week and shared some of his story.

#AutismAcceptanceMonth

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#GrowingInGCS | The Oak Ridge Elementary jump rope team recently participated in their first competition. Seven students placed among the top five of their age group! 🏅

#LearningInGCS | Sedgefield Elementary held its annual Family Science Night this week. Families were able to meet with teachers and explore hands-on science experiments, while also enjoying a pizza dinner! 🧑‍🔬

#LearningInGCS | Southern High science teacher Mark Case took his students outside to view the eclipse this week. He provided the necessary equipment so they could enjoy this historic, scientific moment safely. ☀️

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#GrowingInGCS | Today, GCS held its EC Spring Transition Fair! Students came out to the NC Cooperative Extension to visit with colleges, trade schools, employers and community partners. This was a fantastic opportunity for our learners to explore options for after high school. 💙

#BetterTogetherGCS | This week our Classified Employee Advisory Council met with GCS leaders to voice their thoughts. By working together with Superintendent Dr. Oakley, this council will help achieve our mission of making our district the best place to learn, work and grow. 💙

#GCSUpdates | The transportation registration window is open now through May 31! This fall, there will be several important changes that parents and guardians need to be aware of and plan for. Learn more about transportation registration and changes at the link in our bio.

#GrowingInGCS | Rising kindergarteners are getting ready to grow in GCS! At our Kindergarten Kickoff, soon-to-be students and their guardians were introduced to their schools. While adults asked questions, children enjoyed their Kinder'garden' Grow Together coloring book. 🌱

#GCSCelebrates | Congratulations to our students from across the district who were recognized at Congresswoman Kathy Manning's Sixth District Congressional Art Competition. Kayden Friddle from Weaver Academy earned first place with their piece, 'Spectrum.'

#LearningInGCS | Southwest Middle students in Sara McPherson's 7th grade CTE classes had a visit from the company 'Stay Plugged In.' They educated groups about artificial intelligence technology in gaming as a part of the computer graphics and gaming technology module.

#GrowingInGCS | Scholars in Parkview Elementary's lunch and learn program took a field trip to Heads Up Barber & Beauty in Greensboro. They received VIP treatment, with haircuts, lunch and grooming lessons. ✂️

#BetterTogetherGCS | Remember that our Kindergarten Kickoff is tomorrow, April 10! Attend your school's kickoff to learn more about how to prepare for this transition to school. 💙

You can find more information about kickoff times at the link in our bio.

#LearningInGCS | Students and educators from across the district used yesterday's eclipse as a lesson in science. They were able to witness history in action, as the next eclipse won't happen until 2044! 🌕