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Discover Northern Guilford Middle

At Northern Middle School, we expect excellence every day. We are locked-in to our commitment to excellence in academics, arts, and athletics.

Experience Why Families Choose Us

Northern Middle is a large traditional school setting with a close-knit family feel. There is truly something for every student to lock-in and experience excellence.

Student Supports

  • SOAR Intervention Time (Students Owning Achievement & Readiness)
  • Quarterly Data-Days
  • We are working with our PTSA to develop our Nighthawk Welcome Center for new families

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Points of Pride

  • Strong community involvement and sense of pride in being a Nighthawk.
  • We are top 3 in the district for middle school composite score.
  • We increased our school letter grade to B.
  • State of the art Media Center and a free book vending machine.

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