Anisha Munshi, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Gilroy Unified School District

Dear Gilroy Community Members and GUSD Supporters,


I hope this message finds you well. As we move forward into the spring semester, I want to take a moment to celebrate the incredible accomplishments of our students and staff. I am proud to see so many of our students continue to push themselves to their optimal potential in areas of academics, athletics and leadership. I am grateful to our staff that provide them with knowledge, guidance and care and encourage them to be innovative and creative. Our schools continue to be places of growth, resilience, and achievement, and I am so proud of all the hard work and dedication demonstrated by our students and staff members.


One of the cornerstones of our district’s success is creating safe, supportive learning environments where every student can thrive. It’s not just about academic excellence, but also ensuring that our students are given the tools and resources they need to succeed both inside and outside the classroom. We are proud to share that every middle and high school in our district now has a Wellness Center, where mental health professionals are available to assist students. These centers play a critical role in helping our students maintain emotional well-being and address any challenges they may face.


Looking ahead, our district is embarking on an exciting and important journey. In the coming months, we will begin developing a Strategic Vision and Facilities Master Plan, which will outline our needs, goals, and actions for the future. This is a crucial step as we plan for the continued growth and success of our district. To ensure this plan is comprehensive and reflective of our community’s input, we will engage our staff, students, families, and community partners in the input gathering process. We will hold community listening sessions to gather feedback and ideas. I encourage you to stay connected and participate in these discussions.


Please visit our website for more details, and remember—your feedback is essential to us. 


I am grateful to our extended community for believing in our schools and students. This past month, several community members volunteered at our Rock the Mock events where high school students got an opportunity to participate in mock job interviews and learned how they can prepare for future employment. In addition to this, some of our schools hosted Career Days where community members shared their stories and experiences that have led them to successful careers. The African proverb, “It takes a village to raise a child” reminds us of the importance of working together to build a bright future for our children. 


Together, we can continue to build a bright future for our students. Thank you for being such an integral part of our school community.


With appreciation and gratitude,


Anisha Munshi, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Gilroy Unified School District

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Preschool Enrollment opens April 23


Enrollment for the GUSD Preschool program opens on April 23, 2025. Our Early Childhood Education program offers two options for instruction: English-based, and dual immersion.


The program is free for families who live within a GUSD attendance area, and meet income guidelines, and students attend three-hour sessions, either in the morning or afternoon.


For more information, visit our website.

Santa Clara County Math Week


Way to go GUSD! As part of the Santa Clara County Office of Education Math Week, GUSD students and families completed a total of 113,088 minutes of math games and stories last week! This was sixth place in the County!  

As part of SCCOE Math Week, on March 24, our State and Federal Specialized Programs staff hosted families for a special Math Night at the District Office. The turnout was amazing!  


These minutes helped the County achieve their goal of over 3 million minutes of math completed in a week by 31 districts county-wide.


Schools in GUSD with the highest participation minutes are:


🐯 South Valley Middle School, 63,196 minutes

🦁 Eliot Elementary School, 19,957 minutes

🦅 Glen View Elementary School, 9,978 minutes

🐻 Las Animas Elementary School, 8,315 minutes

🐾 Rucker Elementary School, 6,652 minutes

🐻 Brownell Middle School, 1,663 minutes


CONGRATULATIONS to all who promoted math in Gilroy!  


For more information, visit: https://www.mindresearch.org/santa-clara-math-week

Rock the Mock is a Success!


On March 20 and 21, 2025, GUSD hosted the annual Rock the Mock event, in partnership with the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce, at Christopher High and Gilroy High School. This event is for high school juniors and seniors as they prepare to "rock" upcoming interviews, for summer jobs, and other opportunities.  


195 students from GECA, Mt. Madonna, Gilroy High and Christopher High participated, and they were supported by 90 community members who served as mentors and mock interviewers.


Student participants were able to participate in an on-campus job fair immediately following the event, where they could practice their newly acquired skills.


A huge thank you to our business community and community members who spent two days with our students to help mentor and prepare them for new opportunities. There were so many invaluable lessons learned!

Pathways to Wellness: Run for Fitness and Health Expo


Thank you to the families and students who joined us for the Pathways to Wellness: Run for Fitness and Health Expo on March 22. Over 300 students joined us on the track at Gilroy High School for a morning fun run, before moving to the Student Center where more than 20 community agencies welcomed them with available resources and support.


Photos from the event are available for viewing online.


This is a newly expanded event for GUSD, and really aligns with the District's goal to build inclusive and safe schools that prioritize mental health and social-emotional well being of all.


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2025 GUSD Reclassification Ceremony


Congratulations to the 267 GUSD students who were officially reclassified from English Language Learner, to English Proficient, in our annual ceremony, on Tuesday, March 11. Students celebrated with their friends and family at South Valley Middle School where they were congratulated by Superintendent Munshi, their school principal, Board Members, and other District administrators.


We are so proud of these students for their hard work and commitment to the reclassification process, and for the support of their families along the way.


Congratulations to all of our students on this monumental achievement. We are proud of you!

  • April 7-11: Spring Break. No school for students.
  • April 9 - TUPE Parent Education Night, 5:30-7:30 pm at the South County Annex (9300 Wren Avenue) presented in Spanish. Register to attend
  • April 23: Future Chefs competition at Gilroy High School
  • April 24: regular Board Meeting, 7 pm at the District Office (7810 Arroyo Circle). Watch the livestream.
  • May 8: regular Board Meeting, 7 pm at the District Office (7810 Arroyo Circle). Watch the livestream.
  • May 23: Minimum Day for all students
  • May 26: Memorial Day observance. No school for students.
  • May 27: Teacher Records Day for elementary school programs. No school for TK-5th grade students.
  • May 29: regular Board Meeting, 7 pm at the District Office (7810 Arroyo Circle). Watch the livestream.
  • June 13: Last day of School!
What's Up in GUSD

We want you to join Team GUSD! The Gilroy Unified School District is currently hiring for a number of positions, including: teachers, elementary school yard duties, SLPs, bus drivers, substitute teachers and substitute paraeducators.


For more information about benefits, For more information, contact our Human Resources Department.


Available Jobs
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