-
Welcome to
Guilford Parent AcademyUpcoming GPA Family Engagement Sessions
Helping Students Exhibiting Substance Use
and Suicidal Behaviors - April 19
Career Success for Job Seekers - April 20
What is School-based Mental Health - April 20
Helpful Websites
U.S. Department's Digital Learning Guide for Parents and Families
GCS Reopen, Reconnect and Stay Safe Website
Remote Learning Resources for Parents
Resources for Parents: Emotions, Relationships, Personal Goal Setting
Virtual Schools Frequently Asked Questions
eNews: Student Services Mental Health & Wellness Edition
Family engagement is an important factor in building strong home-school-community relationships and developing support systems to enhance the quality of life for families. Guilford Parent Academy offers support for family members caring for children and young people in Guilford County.
Aligned with the district's Strategic Plan 2018-22 goals, Guilford Parent Academy works to bridge the gaps for student success by engaging parents and involving them in their children’s education. Striving to give parents the tools needed to assist their children, Guilford Parent Academy hosts parent sessions such as GPA 101: Get Resourcefully Fit with GPA, Homework Help: One Click Away, Student Support and Services for Parents and Family and School Partnerships. With a mission to provide resources for parents and families, Guilford Parent Academy also partners with organizations to help families holistically with assistance designed to cultivate better life outcomes.
We're Here to Help Parents and Families Thrive
Contact us for help finding FREE resources available for families covering areas such as:
- Homework Help
- Digital Resources
- Job-search
- Resume Assistance
- Entrepreneurship
- Homeownership
- Adult Literacy/Education
- Credit Counseling
- Retirement
- Debt
- and more...
These pages will help you learn more about Guilford Parent Academy and how we can assist families gain knowledge and know-how as their students prepare for success in life.
-
GPA and GCS Health Services to Offer Mental Health Series
The virtual sessions, running April 19 through June 2, will cover a variety of topics
-
Rising Kindergarten Families Invited to Explore GPA Resources
Get RESOURCEfully Fit with GPA sessions coming up April 12 and April 14
-
Project SEARCH Hosts Parent Information Sessions
Program gives students with disabilities real-world work experience
-
GPA Keeps Families Reading During Read Across America Month
As part of Read Across America Month, GPA is donating up to 500 books to Title I schools
-
Parents, Caregivers Invited to Plug into Equity
A virtual session and conversation on equity in schools is coming up on March 22
-
GPA Partners with Waterford Reading Academy to Offer Guided Reading Support for K-2 Students
Parents and caregivers invited to learn more about the platform during upcoming sessions
-
GPA Recognizes Front-Line Workers During National Nutrition Month
Five front-line workers will receive a $20 gift card for a healthy and nutritious meal
-
Guilford County Schools’ Guilford Parent Academy Launches FAFSA Hotline
Families can call between 6 and 8 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays to get live help with the FAFSA
-
Families Invited to Learn More about Paying for College
GPA and The College Funding Coach® will offer two virtual sessions
-
GPA Encourages Heart Love During American Heart Month
During February, GPA is giving away 25 free blood pressure monitors
-
GCS Tops State in Communications Awards
GCS earns state-leading 33 NCSPRA Blue Ribbon Awards
-
GCS Celebrates National School Counseling Week with Virtual Sessions for Families
GPA and GCS Counseling Services offer sessions on registration, college and career guides
-
GPA Partners with GTCC to Share Adult Ed Opportunities
The virtual session will take place at 10 a.m. on Feb. 2 & at 6:30 p.m. on Feb. 3
-
GPA Seeks Nominations for Adopt-A-Family Initiative
One deserving family will receive new apparel, necessities and more
-
GPA Celebrates National Family Engagement Month
Families can join in fun activities and get some great tips throughout November
- Tax Tips For Families - May 17 Deadline
- Stimulus Checks for Immigrant Families
- GCS Family Handbook 2020
- COVID-19 Information & FAQ
- COVID-19 Resources for Families
- GCS Grading Guidance for Remote Learning
- Internet Safety Tips for Families
- Watch the Board of Education Meetings
- GCS Title I
- Exceptional Children Services
- Guilford County Council of PTAs
- Say Yes Guilford
