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Discover Shadybrook Elmentary

Shadybrook Elementary is a welcoming school where every child is known, valued, and encouraged to reach their full potential. Through our SOAR expectations, enriching clubs and activities, dedicated student support services, and award-winning staff, we provide big opportunities for students while maintaining the caring, close-knit feel of a neighborhood school.

Experience Why Families Choose Us

Shadybrook combines the benefits of a close-knit community with the resources and services students need to succeed. Our Eagles SOAR through strong relationships, engaging clubs and activities, exceptional staff, and a full continuum of academic and student support services that ensure every child feels connected, challenged, and cared for.

Student Supports

  • School Psychologist
  • School Counselor
  • School Nurse
  • School Social Worker
  • MTSS
  • Full continuum of EC Services

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Points of Pride

  • Home of 2026 GCS Teacher of the Year Finalist, Mrs. Detisa Weeks
  • Home of 2026 GCS Rookie of the Year Finalist, Ms. Bradyn Smith 
  • Full range of services with a small, family feel

Clubs and Opportunities

  • STEM Quest
  • GO FAR Run Club
  • Girls Who Game
  • G.L.O.W. (Girls Leading Our World)
  • Beyond Sports
  • Beyond Recess
  • Full range of AIG and EC Services
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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