Good afternoon parents. All MCPSS Campuses will be closed on Friday, October 9, 2026 due to the weather conditions. Please stay safe, monitor weather updates, and continue to check official MCPSS communication platforms for updated information. Your safety is TOP PRIORITY!
Check out this fun day that is coming up for our Gilliard Gators. Let's get ready to DRESS LIKE A BOSS! This fundraiser is only $2 to participate in. We are excited to see all the bosses SHOW UP and SHOW OUT on October 16th!! Send in your child's $2 to participate in the FUN EVENT starting Monday, October 5th.
Parents as a reminder, Monday, September 28th is a Virtual Learning Day for students. They have been given a packet to complete and it must be returned on Tuesday, September 29th. Thank you.
Thank you for partnering with us to create a healthy and safe learning environment for all students. Check out this month's Health Newsletter from our First Aid Staff.
We are very excited to host our Veterans Day Program this year on Tuesday, November 10th at 9:00 AM. We would LOVE for any family member who is a veteran to be in attendance for the program. Attached below is a form that should be sent back with your child if you have a family member who will be attending. Please find all details on the attached document. Information forms must be returned no later than October 10th. We look forward to seeing you. Thank you!
Parents don't forget we will have Open House and our Annual Title I meeting scheduled for Thursday September 10th from 4pm - 6pm. You will be able to take a boxed dinner home with you for coming. We also have a Title I session planned at 9:30am in the school library if you are unable to attend the afternoon session. Thank you.
Beginning of Year iReady Testing begins Tuesday, August 25 - Thursday, August 27. Students need to be present and on time for school. All students in grades Kindergarten - 5th grade will test. Thank you.
Good afternoon. Out of safety precautions, we will run a rainy-day dismissal today. All walkers will have to be picked up through carpool. Thank you for your cooperation.
August 14, 2026
Parents of Red and Orange Bus Riders,
We have already gotten off to a concerning start regarding student behavior on our school buses. Today, we received notification from the Transportation Department regarding inappropriate behavior that occurred on the bus yesterday afternoon. Video footage was also provided, and the behavior observed does not reflect Gilliard’s expectations or the expectations of the Mobile County Public School System.
The video showed students standing while the bus was in motion, standing on seats, throwing objects, and engaging in roughhousing. These actions create a serious safety concern for everyone on the bus and will not be tolerated. Please remind your child that riding the school bus is a privilege, and students are expected to follow all bus safety rules at all times.
As a result of the behavior observed, multiple students will be suspended from riding the bus. Students will be permitted to ride the bus home today, Friday, August 14, 2026. Please check your child’s book bag this afternoon for a green bus suspension notice. Bus suspensions will go into effect on Monday, August 17, 2026.
Unless you send written notification to your child’s teacher through Thrillshare, students who are suspended from the bus will be sent to carpool for dismissal beginning Monday. Parents may also come to the front office to complete a Change of Dismissal Form. Phone calls will not be accepted for dismissal changes.
Please speak with your child about the importance of appropriate behavior and following all safety expectations while riding the school bus. We need your support in maintaining a safe, orderly, and respectful environment for all students.
Thank you for your immediate attention and cooperation.
Mrs. Gray
Assistant Principal
ATTENTION!!! Parents of RED and ORANGE Bus Riders:
We have already gotten off to a concerning start regarding student behavior on our school buses. Today, we received notification from the Transportation Department regarding inappropriate behavior that occurred on the bus yesterday afternoon. Video footage was also provided, and the behavior observed does not reflect Gilliard’s expectations or the expectations of the Mobile County Public School System.
The video showed students standing while the bus was in motion, standing on seats, throwing objects, and engaging in roughhousing. These actions create a serious safety concern for everyone on the bus and will not be tolerated. Please remind your child that riding the school bus is a privilege, and students are expected to follow all bus safety rules at all times.
As a result of the behavior observed, multiple students will be suspended from riding the bus. Students will be permitted to ride the bus home today, Friday, August 14, 2026. Please check your child’s book bag this afternoon for a green bus suspension notice. Bus suspensions will go into effect on Monday, August 17, 2026.
Unless you send written notification to your child’s teacher through Thrillshare, students who are suspended from the bus will be sent to carpool for dismissal beginning Monday. Parents may also come to the front office to complete a Change of Dismissal Form. Phone calls will not be accepted for dismissal changes.
Please speak with your child about the importance of appropriate behavior and following all safety expectations while riding the school bus. We need your support in maintaining a safe, orderly, and respectful environment for all students.
Thank you for your immediate attention and cooperation.
Mrs. Gray
Assistant Principal
Parents of Car Riders,
As a reminder, students may not be dropped off in front of the school. All vehicles must proceed through the designated carpool line. For their safety, students must remain in their vehicles until directed to exit by a staff member.
Students should not arrive on campus before 7:45 a.m. Your cooperation with these procedures helps us maintain a safe and orderly arrival process for all students.
If you have any questions, please contact an administrator.
Mrs. Gray, Assistant Principal
As a reminder, students may not be dropped off in front of the school. All vehicles must proceed through the designated carpool line. For their safety, students must remain in their vehicles until directed to exit by a staff member.
Students should not arrive on campus before 7:45 a.m. Your cooperation with these procedures helps us maintain a safe and orderly arrival process for all students.
If you have any questions, please contact an administrator.
Mrs. Gray, Assistant Principal
As the first day of school quickly approaches, we wanted to remind you of the procedures to follow on August 10th - August 14th. You are welcome to walk your child to class ONLY August 10th - August 12th, but please note that teachers will not be available for conferences during morning take-in as they will be focused on settling all students into their classrooms. We kindly ask for your cooperation in respecting their time. Also, ensure you have confirmed your child's means of dismissal with their teacher. Breakfast will be served from 7:45am - 8:10am. Parents will not be allowed into the cafeteria due to space constraints, so please refrain from entering. Also, please park in designated spaces and not in front of the building, as officers will be assisting with traffic control.
For those who haven't completed summer registration, please note that your child has not been placed on a class roster. We will have a normal take-in for those parents who pre-registered their children. The office will not be open for registration while we are welcoming students back to school. We are asking you to exercise patience because there will be a wait.
If your child is a car rider, please be patient as the carpool staff gets familiar with the loading process. During the first week, students will bring home forms that need to be returned to the teacher, so please check your child's bookbag daily. We will be communicating all messages through the MCPSS Thrillshare App. For any questions or concerns, feel free to call us at (251) 221-1820. Thank you!
For those who haven't completed summer registration, please note that your child has not been placed on a class roster. We will have a normal take-in for those parents who pre-registered their children. The office will not be open for registration while we are welcoming students back to school. We are asking you to exercise patience because there will be a wait.
If your child is a car rider, please be patient as the carpool staff gets familiar with the loading process. During the first week, students will bring home forms that need to be returned to the teacher, so please check your child's bookbag daily. We will be communicating all messages through the MCPSS Thrillshare App. For any questions or concerns, feel free to call us at (251) 221-1820. Thank you!
A heartfelt thank-you to Continental Aerospace for your generous donation and school supplies to Gilliard Elementary School. Your kindness and support will help our students begin the school year prepared, confident, and ready to learn. We truly appreciate your commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of our children and supporting education in our community. Thank you for investing in our students and helping them shine!
Good morning. Attached you will find the link to the Back to School Parent Newsletter. Should you have any questions or concerns, please call the school at (251) 221-1820. Thank you.
REGISTRATION REMINDER:
This is a reminder that the final two days to register your child for the upcoming school year are Thursday, July 23rd from 9am to 12 noon, and Friday, July 24th from 12 noon to 3pm. After these dates, no further registrations will be processed until the first day of school, August 10th from 4pm to 6pm. Mrs. Griffin has to have time to cleanup the class rosters for the opening of school. Please make every effort to attend one of these registration sessions. We kindly ask for your patience, as these days are expected to be very busy and we want to ensure each student is registered properly. Remember, online registration must be completed before coming to the school. For more details, please review the attached documents. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to call us at (251) 221-1820.
This is a reminder that the final two days to register your child for the upcoming school year are Thursday, July 23rd from 9am to 12 noon, and Friday, July 24th from 12 noon to 3pm. After these dates, no further registrations will be processed until the first day of school, August 10th from 4pm to 6pm. Mrs. Griffin has to have time to cleanup the class rosters for the opening of school. Please make every effort to attend one of these registration sessions. We kindly ask for your patience, as these days are expected to be very busy and we want to ensure each student is registered properly. Remember, online registration must be completed before coming to the school. For more details, please review the attached documents. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to call us at (251) 221-1820.
REGISTRATION REMINDER:
This is a reminder that the final two days to register your child for the upcoming school year are Thursday, July 23rd from 9am to 12 noon, and Friday, July 24th from 12 noon to 3pm. After these dates, no further registrations will be processed until the first day of school, August 10th from 4pm to 6pm. Mrs. Griffin has to have time to cleanup the class rosters for the opening of school. Please make every effort to attend one of these registration sessions. We kindly ask for your patience, as these days are expected to be very busy and we want to ensure each student is registered properly. Remember, online registration must be completed before coming to the school. For more details, please review the attached documents. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to call us at (251) 221-1820.
This is a reminder that the final two days to register your child for the upcoming school year are Thursday, July 23rd from 9am to 12 noon, and Friday, July 24th from 12 noon to 3pm. After these dates, no further registrations will be processed until the first day of school, August 10th from 4pm to 6pm. Mrs. Griffin has to have time to cleanup the class rosters for the opening of school. Please make every effort to attend one of these registration sessions. We kindly ask for your patience, as these days are expected to be very busy and we want to ensure each student is registered properly. Remember, online registration must be completed before coming to the school. For more details, please review the attached documents. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to call us at (251) 221-1820.
Parents please review the attached flyer that has the registration dates for the remainder of the summer through August 11th. Please remember that online registration has to be complete prior to coming to the school. Thank you.
MEET THE TEACHER INFORMATION
Parents mark your calendars for Meet the Teacher which will be held on Thursday, August 6, 2026 from 1pm - 4pm. Please be sure you have registered your child prior to this event. Your child's name will not be on class roster until they are FULLY registered. Please take advantage of early registration on Tuesdays, Wednesday, and Thursdays from 9am - 11am. Should you have questions or concerns, please call the school (251) 221-1820. Thank you.
Parents mark your calendars for Meet the Teacher which will be held on Thursday, August 6, 2026 from 1pm - 4pm. Please be sure you have registered your child prior to this event. Your child's name will not be on class roster until they are FULLY registered. Please take advantage of early registration on Tuesdays, Wednesday, and Thursdays from 9am - 11am. Should you have questions or concerns, please call the school (251) 221-1820. Thank you.
Early Registration Information
ATTENTION PARENTS! Please read the information on the attached flyer regarding early registration. Should you have any questions, call the school at (251) 221-1820. Thank you.
