Guilford Public Schools

Message from Superintendent Paul Freeman, Ed.D

The Guilford Schools have a history of success and a well-deserved reputation for excellence, and I am truly proud to be joining this exemplary educational community. As I begin my tenure in Guilford I look forward to learning more about our schools, our community and our successes. I look forward to better knowing our students and their parents, and I look forward to partnering with a committed and talented team of teachers, administrators and support staff.
Please know that I am committed to continuing the tradition of excellence in the Guilford schools. (more)

2011 - 2012 District Goals

Goal #1
Academic rigor and effort will be present in every school as evidenced by the successful implementation of the Principles of Learning identified through Learning WalksSM.

Goal #2
All students will be engaged in a guaranteed and viable curriculum through quality instruction and will achieve at high levels as measured by summative, formative, and benchmark assessments.

Goal #3
Our schools will be safe and caring places for learning by committing to building positive relationships within the school environment and throughout the community as measured by periodic reports and survey data.

The Institute for Learning

Guilford Public School District has been a member district of the Institute for Learning (IFL) at the University of Pittsburgh for the past five years. As a result of the partnership with IFL, Guilford continues to work on the implementation of the Principles of Learning – giving all students the opportunity to reach or exceed world class standards. Two fundamental beliefs drive our practice: 1.) Effort creates ability and 2.) Discipline-specific content knowledge and pedagogy is important for high student achievement.
Institute for Learning

The State of the Schools 2011

This fourth edition of the State of the Schools report is intended to provide feedback to Guilford Community members regarding progress we are making as a school district in educating the young people of Guilford. State of the Schools Report

CMT and CAPT TESTING MARCH 2012
Test Schedule
For more information on CMT and CAPT, please link below.

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SAFE SCHOOL CLIMATE PLAN APPROVED BY BOARD OF EDUCATION
The Guilford Board of Education has approved the Safe School Climate Plan developed by members of the District Leadership Team. To view the plan please link below.
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THE ANCHOR
The Anchor is the listserv for the Guilford Public Schools. To view issues in pdf format please llink here.

PUPIL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
The Guilford Public Schools Pupil Services Department ensures that all children between the ages of 3 and 21 with disabilities will have the appropriate programs of instruction and related services designed to meet their individual needs.
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HEALTH NEWS FROM GUILFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Head Lice Information
CT HUSKY Health Insurance Plan
Physical Exam Requirements
Wellness Policy
Flu Updates
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POWERSCHOOL & POWERLUNCH ONLINE PAYMENTS NOW AVAILABLE FOR SCHOOL LUNCHES
Parents can make payments online using debit or credit cards for school lunches. Visit School Menus and PowerLunch site below or link to payment site via Online Payments icon.
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GUILFORD GOES GREEN
Please visit this independently maintained website for information on recycling including details on the Guilford Public Schools Recycling program
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GUILFORD HIGH SCHOOL BUILDING PROJECT
The GHS Building Committee meets on Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. at the Community Center. Meetings are public.

To view agendas and minutes, learn more about the project, or contact the building committee please link to GHSBC

KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION
Friday, February 24th at each elementary school from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Please link to our Registration webpage for important information including health records and physical exam requirements. Please note that there are new registration forms effective February 2012.
GPS Registration

Child Find Screenings
March 7, 2012 Guilford Lakes School, 40 Maupus Rd., 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.

To identify youngsters who may need special education and related services at the preschool level by appointment only. Please call (203) 453-0128. Snow date- March 14th.
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SKATE WITH THE VARSITY
The Guilford High School Boys Ice Hockey Team's program for Guilford boys youth hockey players, Tuesday, February 21st from 9 to 10 a.m. at East Haven's DiLungo Rink. For details, link below.
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COMMUNITY CONNECTION
GFFE STAR AWARDS
The Guilford Fund for Education STAR Awards - Staff & Teacher Appreciation & Recognition Award honor exemplary educators, staff, and community members.

GIRLSCOACH*GIRLSRUN
Peer mentoring and 5k run program by Women & Family Life Center for high school juniors, 8th graders, and 4th graders. (more)

GUILFORD YOUTH & FAMILY PRODUCE "DISNEY'S ALADDIN JR."
Performances to take place on February 25 & 26, 2012. (more)

MEDIA PRODUCTION AT GCTV
GCTV is looking for student volunteers to help run media production operations. Visit www.guilfordtv.org or email Shannon Gale at info@guilfordtv.org for more information.

For more information on these and other community events and organizations, please link below.
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This site is the official web site of the Guilford Public Schools (GPS), Guilford, Connecticut. Links to web sites outside of the GPS structure are for the convenience of the user. Such use does not constitute an official endorsement or approval by the GPS. The Guilford Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, national/ethnic origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, or disability in its programs, activities, and employment practices. Questions or complaints related to Title IX should be directed to Anne Keene, Assistant Superintendent, 55 Park St., Guilford, CT 06437 or at 203-453-8216; questions or complaints related to disabilities, should be directed to Patricia Brett, Director of Pupil Services, 280 South Union St. Guilford, CT or 203-453-0128.