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Welcome to
Guilford Parent AcademyFamily 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 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.
News
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GCS Offers College and Career Readiness Guides
Documents will help students navigate choices for high school and beyond
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An Open Letter to the Community
From Superintendent Sharon L. Contreras and Board Chairperson Deena Hayes
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Families Invited to “Virtual Village” Sessions
Families will receive tips and tools on how to reduce anxiety, depression, and trauma exposure
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Find Guilford Parent Academy on YouTube!
GPA’s YouTube channel offers helpful tips & info for families and caregivers
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GPA to Offer Virtual Session on Social-Emotional Health
The Emotional Coach will take place on May 20 at 10:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.
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GPA to Offer Virtual Parent Advocacy Series
Empowered Parent sessions will offer tips on working with systems to provide best possible care for children
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GPA Helps Boost School-Family Partnerships
New initiative offers training for school staff to become family engagement leaders
Contact Us
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501 W. Washington St.
Greensboro, NC 27401
Phone: 336-279-4924
Fax: 336-273-0448
parentacademy@gcsnc.comKimberly M. Funderburk
Director
funderk@gcsnc.comLaSheka White
Parent and Community Engagement
whitel2@gcsnc.comByron Hartsfield
Title I Parent Support
hartsfb@gcsnc.com
Jacqui Hawkins
Exceptional Children Parent Liaison
hawkinj@gcsnc.comGabriela Ramirez-Lira
Office Support
ramireg@gcsnc.com
Upcoming Events
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Today
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Cone Health COVID-19 Testing
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Monday
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM STEPUP Greensboro: Job Readiness Training
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Tuesday
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM STEPUP Greensboro: Job Readiness Training
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5:00 PM - 6:00 PM GCS Virtual Parent Village: Reduce Anxiety, Trauma & Depression
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5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Healthy Grab & Go Meals: Mt. Olivet AME Zion Church
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Healthy Grab & Go Meals: Bethany Fellowship Church
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Healthy Grab & Go Meals: Renaissance Shopping Center
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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Financial Education and Empowerment Workshop
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Wednesday
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM STEPUP Greensboro: Job Readiness Training
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Thursday
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM STEPUP Greensboro: Job Readiness Training
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM GCS Virtual Parent Village: Reduce Anxiety, Trauma & Depression
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5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Healthy Grab & Go Meals: Mt. Olivet AME Zion Church
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Healthy Grab & Go Meals: Bethany Fellowship Church
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Healthy Grab & Go Meals: Renaissance Shopping Center
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Friday
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM STEPUP Greensboro: Job Readiness Training
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June 13, 2020
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM FREE Credit and Money Management Workshops (Greensboro)
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June 16, 2020
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM GCS College and Career Readiness Guides: High School Virtual Webinars for Families
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5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Healthy Grab & Go Meals: Mt. Olivet AME Zion Church
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Healthy Grab & Go Meals: Bethany Fellowship Church
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Healthy Grab & Go Meals: Renaissance Shopping Center
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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Financial Education and Empowerment Workshop
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June 17, 2020
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Financial Workshop: Protecting Your Identity
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June 18, 2020
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Healthy Grab & Go Meals: Mt. Olivet AME Zion Church
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Healthy Grab & Go Meals: Bethany Fellowship Church
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Healthy Grab & Go Meals: Renaissance Shopping Center
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June 23, 2020
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Healthy Grab & Go Meals: Mt. Olivet AME Zion Church
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Healthy Grab & Go Meals: Bethany Fellowship Church






