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Discover Sumner Elementary

Sumner Elementary is a welcoming K–5 school where every child is known, supported, and encouraged to soar. Through strong instruction, caring relationships, and meaningful family partnerships, we provide every student, every day, every opportunity to succeed.

Experience Why Families Choose Us

Sumner is a close knit community where students, staff, families, and partners work together to help every Seahawk succeed. We lead with heart, celebrate growth, build strong relationships, and believe that every student deserves the opportunity to soar.

Student Supports

Our students are supported by a school counselor, social worker, exceptional children’s services, multilingual learner services, academic intervention, mentoring, MTSS, PBIS, and strong community partnerships. We also connect families with food, clothing, dental care, school supplies, and other resources when needed.

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Points of Pride

  • Met Expected Growth for three consecutive years
  • Recognized as a North Carolina School of Character
  • Proud Purple Star School supporting military-connected students and families
  • Strong community partnerships that provide mentoring, resources, enrichment, and family support

Academic Programs and Opportunities

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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