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Discover Pleasant Garden Elementary

Students, staff, families, and community partners work together to help every student learn, grow, and soar. We emphasize strong instruction, meaningful learning experiences, and continuous improvement.

Experience Why Families Choose Us

Our school culture is rooted in strong relationships, high expectations, collaboration, positivity, and a shared commitment to helping every Peregrine Falcon learn, grow, and soar!

Student Supports

  • Exceptional Children Services
  • MTSS and Student Support Teams
  • Multilingual Learner Supports

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Points of Pride

  • Strong School Community

  • Dedicated Staff

  • Positive School Culture

  • Strong Sense of Belonging

  • Focus on High-Quality Instruction

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