Good afternoon parents. We will host our Annual Pre-Valentine's Dance for students in grades PreK - 2nd grade. The dance will be held on Friday, February 6, 2026. This is such a fun event that the students enjoy. It will be held during school hours and is for students only. The cost to attend the dance is $10. Students should be sent to school dressed in their VALENTINE BEST. We will have our school technology team taking pictures for you to have for your memories of this event. You may pay for your child to attend the dance from January 12th - February 2nd at 12noon. Students who owe any fees will not be allowed to attend until the fees are cleared up.
Parents please allow this correspondence to serve as a reminder of our 2nd quarter Honors Day Parade that will take place on Friday, January 16, 2026 at 1:30pm. Students that will be honored will be sent home with invitations. Thank you.
IT'S MARDI GRAS time! Please read the attached information for details regarding your child participating in our school's Mardi Gras Court.
Good afternoon. Parents attached you will find the January Parent Newsletter. Thank you.
Good afternoon. Parents below you will find the link for the January Parent Newsletter. Thank you.
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Good morning. Students from ages 2 -12 have been invited to have breakfast with Santa. This event is sponsored by the Mobile Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi. Please see the attached flyer for details. You must scan the QR code to register to attend.
Congratulations to our IXL Leaders of the week. There were several ties this week between the students. It is extremely exciting to see some of our Kindergarten students show up on the leaderboard this week. Way to Go!! The top 10 students have earned a free ice cream and the top 3 students have earned a seat a the table to have lunch with the administrators. Great job students!
Good afternoon. As the Christmas Break approaches, we are excited to kick off a festive season at Gilliard Elementary School. To celebrate the upcoming holiday, we are inviting both staff and students to join in our "Deck the Halls with School Spirit" event. From December 8th to 19th, everyone is encouraged to dress up according to the fun and creative themes outlined in the attached flyers. This initiative aims to foster a joyful and inclusive atmosphere as we wind down the school term. We hope to see everyone who wishes to participate showing their school spirit and taking part in the festivities.
It's important to note that while we encourage participation, maintaining a respectful and orderly environment is a priority. Therefore, any student demonstrating inappropriate behavior will be asked to revert to wearing the standard school uniform. Please refer to the attached flyer for detailed information on the themed days. Let's make these next two weeks before the Holiday Break memorable and enjoyable for all. Thank you for your cooperation and enthusiasm!
It's important to note that while we encourage participation, maintaining a respectful and orderly environment is a priority. Therefore, any student demonstrating inappropriate behavior will be asked to revert to wearing the standard school uniform. Please refer to the attached flyer for detailed information on the themed days. Let's make these next two weeks before the Holiday Break memorable and enjoyable for all. Thank you for your cooperation and enthusiasm!
Parents/Guardians,
We will run a Rainy-Day dismissal today. All walkers will be dismissed through carpool. Please have your PIKMYKID number available. All early dismissals must occur before 2:30pm. Please do not report to the office after this time. Thank you for your cooperation.
Mrs. Gray, Assistant Principal
Good afternoon. Due to the weather conditions, we will run a rainy day dismissal today. All walkers will need to be picked up through carpool. Please have their PikMyKid number to help the flow of traffic. Thank you!
CONGRATULATIONS to our iReady Rockstar teachers and their classes. They maintained an 85% accuracy on iReady lessons passed the week of 11/17 - 11/21. Keep up the great work. We are proud of you.
CONGRATULATIONS to our IXL Leaders for the week of 11/17 - 11/21. You have earned a FREE ice cream ticket and the top 3 students have earned their spot at the table to eat Pizza and Wings with the administrators. Keep up the great work!
Good afternoon. I hope this message finds you well. Due to the students' behavior this week, H.O.T. Tickets were not given out to any students. All students are to be dressed in uniform tomorrow. Thank you!
We are EXCITED to announce that we were able to maintain our State Report Card Score of an 86. Many of you may not understand how hard that is for a school our size, but this is a HUGE ACCOMPLISHMENT for the entire staff and student body. Parents, THANK YOU to each of you who made your child's attendance a priority last year, as our chronic absenteeism improved as well. Now the question is, Will you band with us to take Gilliard to the next level? Together, we can accomplish ANYTHING. Thank you for all of your prayers and support. WE ARE GILLIARD!! #AchievingExcellenceTogether
Good afternoon. Parents please see the attached flyer with school closure information for Monday, November 10th and Tuesday, November 11th. Students will have an assignment to complete for the virtual day that is for a grade. Please be sure the assignment is returned on Wednesday, November 12th. Thank you!
Good afternoon. Parents please see the attached flyer with school closure information for Monday, November 10th and Tuesday, November 11th. Students will have an assignment to complete for the virtual day that is for a grade. Please be sure the assignment is returned on Wednesday, November 12th. Thank you!
Good morning. As a reminder, the Fall Gator Bash is this Friday, November 7, 2025. We have 5 food truck vendors that will be onsite so we have a variety of food to pick from. The cost for students to participate is $15 and this covers all activities (except food). All money must be turned in by Wednesday, November 5th at 12noon. Vendor menus are attached so you can estimate how much money your child will need. Students that owe late fees will not be allowed to attend this event until the fees are cleared. If your child is on the chronic absent list, they are not allowed to attend this event. See the attached flyers for details regarding the event. Should there be any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to call the school at (251) 221-1820.
Good afternoon. If you are struggling with food insecurity at this time, please see the attached flyer that has a list of vendors that have food pantries to assist you. Thank you!
Good morning. Due to unforeseen circumstances, our Thanksgiving Dinner is being cancelled. If you paid, your money will be sent back to you this week. We are very sorry for any inconvenience this has caused. Should you have any questions or concerns, please call the school at (251) 221-1820. Thank you!
Good afternoon! This is a friendly reminder regarding the Fall Gator Bash. It's almost time for our Fall Gator Bash. This year's event will be held on Friday, November 7, 2025. We have 5 food truck vendors that will be onsite so we have a variety of food to pick from. The cost for students to participate is $15 and this covers all activities (except food). All money must be turned in by Wednesday, November 5th at 12noon. A separate email will be sent out with specific menus for each vendor so you have an estimate of how much money to provide your child for the day. Students that owe late fees will not be allowed to attend this event until the fees are cleared. If your child is on the chronic absent list, they are not allowed to attend this event. See the attached flyers for some of the details regarding the event. Should there be any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to call the school at (251) 221-1820.
