Free summer meals are returning! ☀️🍎 Beginning Monday, June 8, through July 17, the Gulfport School District Child Nutrition Department will provide free breakfast and lunch for children 18 and under, and 21 and younger if disabled, at select school locations across the district. No registration is required, and adult lunches will be available for $3.75. For more information, visit gulfportschools.org. If you have any concerns or complaints, please contact Melissa Olsen, Child Nutrition Director, at 228-865-4680 or melissa.olsen@gulfportschools.org
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Make sure to add this to your calendar! Awards Days are coming up, and each grade level will have the opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments of our students this year. 💙🧡

5th grade parents! Please make plans to attend the parent preview night to learn about your students' upcoming school year at Gulfport Central Middle School, Thursday, May 21st at 6 PM. This event will be held at the middle school!

Last Thursday night, our novice teachers were honored for completing their program! It's hard to believe they're already almost done with their very first year of teaching! It was a wonderful ceremony attended by our novice teachers, their mentors, and some supportive staff friends! 💙🧡

Quick reminder: if you have the GSD app, make sure your notifications are turned on!
That’s how you’ll receive important updates, reminders, and announcements from your child’s school and the district. It only takes a second to check — and it makes a big difference.

🚨26-27 Gulfport Athletics Kids Camp Dates🚨 Registration forms with full details are NOW available and can be printed from https://www.gulfportadmirals.com/kids-camp ⚓️We will be continuing our partnership with BVE Viking Village, offering before and after-camp activity bus transportation. Note: The registration with BVE Viking Village MUST be completed before the first day of camp. Questions regarding BVE VV registration please visit the BVE gym Monday-Friday 2pm-5pm and speak with Mrs. Janice. #OneGPT #kidscamps

Staying connected just got easier! 🤳 The Gulfport School District app gives you quick access to school news, upcoming events, and helpful information all in one place. If you don’t have it yet, now’s a great time to download it and keep everything GSD right at your fingertips.

Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.apptegy.gulfportsd&pcampaignid=web_share&fbclid=IwY2xjawRoc2xleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFJeVE5MDdKOWtyTXQzQmk1c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHnI_NiLyQam3yRGfrDsYXI9_OSM3AuA4kE_x_0deki3MHI5Cq56pWD4zL8q9_aem_kmL4Gi3i_bv0VzfJiqGGSg
App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/gulfport-school-district-ms/id6758866747

It’s Teacher Appreciation Week, and we’re proud to celebrate the incredible educators across the Gulfport School District. Their dedication, passion, and commitment make a lasting impact on our students and schools every day. We are also grateful for the thoughtful ways our community continues to recognize and support them during this special week. 💙 🧡

21 Teams were in the bracket for the highest passing iReady lessons in our March Madness Tournament. Ms. Miller’s 2nd Grade Class is the overall winner! 🏆 Congratulations! They will celebrate with pizza!! 🍕

Junior Auxiliary generously provided snacks for our students ahead of testing, each accompanied by thoughtful words of encouragement. Ms. Casey and Ms. Wade distributed the treats to our 4th and 5th grade students, who were truly grateful for the kindness shown. On behalf of Central Elementary, we extend our heartfelt thanks to Junior Auxiliary of Gulfport for your generosity. Your support brought both joy and motivation to our students during an important time, and it is deeply appreciated.

Strong schools start with strong leaders—and we’re grateful for ours.

Today, on National Principals’ Day, we celebrate the dedicated principals across the Gulfport School District who lead with purpose, support their students and staff, and help create a culture where everyone can succeed.

Thank you for all you do to make our schools better every single day. 💙

Introducing: our Terrific Kids and Sailors of the Month for March/April! 💙🧡

The Gulfport School District was recently recognized once again as a District of Innovation by the Mississippi Department of Education and presented with its official banner by Bryan Marshall, Ph.D., Associate State Superintendent.

For over a decade, this continued designation has reflected Gulfport’s commitment to fresh ideas in teaching and learning—focused on engaging students and preparing them for what’s ahead.

Learn more: https://mdek12.org/secondaryeducation/districts-of-innovation/

S3: Sustainable STEM By-the-Sea camps are now enrolling for rising 3rd–8th graders! 🌊🔬

Hosted by the USM Center for STEM Education
📅 June 29–July 2 ($40)
📅 July 20–24 ($50)
📍 Biloxi

Just $10/day covers activities, field trips, meals, and snacks. Each session is different, so students can attend one or both!

Spots are filling fast—sign up today!
Questions? S3@usm.edu

Cast members from the Gulfport High School Admiral Theater's new show "The Little Mermaid" came to greet students this morning as they prepare for their upcoming show! The show opens this Thursday, and it will be open for the public to view for the next two weekends! If you have the time, you should definitely check it out! 🧜‍♀️

Today we would like to celebrate these two wonderful ladies who brighten up our front office: our administrative assistants Ms. Loren and Mrs. Stacie! We truly don't know what we would do without the two of you at the bow of our ship. All of your hard work is noticed and truly appreciated by our students, parents, and staff. We appreciate you both more than you know! 🧡💙

On the Horizon: Pre-K, Kindergarten, and 1st Grade Parents! Please make plans to join us for our musical "The Day the Crayons Quit!" Our students have been working hard on this fun and colorful show, and we can't wait for you to see it! 🖍

We’re Hiring 💙
Gulfport School District is seeking qualified and dedicated professionals to join our team. A variety of positions are available across our schools and departments.
Visit gulfportschools.org and select the “Careers” tab to review current openings, learn more, and submit an application. Please feel free to share with anyone who may be interested.

Breakfast of Champions! 🥞 Third graders are ready to Go for the Gold! 🥇