Greensboro, NC - Guilford County Schools’ (GCS) educators are excited to see our more than 68,000 students entering our schools and classrooms ready to begin the new school year, many for the very first time. Shortly before students return to class on August 28, parents and families will have the opportunity to meet their child’s teachers and learn more about the new year when they attend their school’s open house.   

The schedule is as follows:  

Tuesday, August 22 – High school open houses 

Wednesday, August 23 – Middle school open houses 

Thursday, August 24 – Elementary school open houses 

Schools on non-traditional calendars that span multiple grade levels or serve special needs students may follow a different schedule. Parents should check with the individual schools for open house dates and times in those cases.  

The first day of school for those on the traditional calendar is Monday, August 28.

The federal program covering the costs of school meals has ended. Families need to apply online to receive free meals by visiting www.lunchapplication.com. Families can stay up to date about all back-to-school information by visiting the district’s website www.gcsnc.com.