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Discover Allen Jay Elementary
A family-centered school where every scholar is known, valued, challenged, and celebrated. Families can choose a traditional elementary experience or one of our unique Dual Language programs in Spanish/English or Urdu/English, all within a school community built around helping children Dream, Believe, and Achieve.
Experience Why Families Choose Us
At Allen Jay, relationships come before everything else—we believe connection comes before content. We are one AJE Family, and we work together to ensure every scholar feels seen, supported, celebrated, and empowered to Dream, Believe, and Achieve. At Allen Jay Elementary, families don't have to choose between academic excellence and a school where their child feels at home. Whether your family chooses our traditional program, Spanish/English Dual Language, or Urdu/English Dual Language, your scholar becomes part of a welcoming Jaybird Family where we believe every child has the ability to Dream boldly, Believe deeply, and Achieve greatness.
Student Supports
At AJE, we believe every scholar deserves the support needed to thrive. We offer:
- Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) for academic and behavioral needs
- Small-group and targeted reading and mathematics interventions
- Progress monitoring and data-informed instruction
- English Learner and Dual Language supports
- Exceptional Children services and individualized supports
- School counseling and social-emotional supports
- Family engagement and community partnerships
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Clubs and Programs
Families can expect opportunities for scholars to explore their interests, discover their talents, and build leadership skills through:
- Schoolwide celebrations and community events
- Student leadership and service opportunities
- Enrichment activities
- Grade-level field trips and educational experiences
- College and career excite experiences
- Opportunities to participate in school and community partnerships
Points of Pride
Unique Dual Language Opportunities: One school offering Spanish/English and Urdu/English Dual Language programs, giving scholars the opportunity to develop bilingualism, biliteracy, and global awareness.
Strong Academic Growth: AJE scholars and staff are committed to continuous academic growth, with a focus on literacy, mathematics, student engagement, and high expectations for every learner.
PTEC Signature School: AJE was recognized as a PTEC Signature School, highlighting our commitment to innovative learning experiences and preparing scholars for their future.
A Culture of Belonging: We are proudly one AJE Family—a community where relationships come first and every scholar and family has a place at The Nest.
Dream • Believe • Achieve: Our schoolwide identity encourages scholars to dream boldly, believe deeply, and achieve greatness while celebrating progress over perfection.
Academics
Dual Language Spanish/English – A K–5 pathway developing bilingualism, biliteracy, academic achievement, and global citizenship.
Dual Language Urdu/English – A K–5 pathway providing scholars with the opportunity to develop Urdu and English language skills while building academic and cultural connections.
Traditional K–5 Program – A strong, engaging public elementary education with rigorous grade-level instruction and opportunities for every scholar to grow.
Global Learning Experiences – Opportunities for scholars to explore diverse cultures, languages, perspectives, and the world beyond the classroom.
Strong Literacy & Mathematics Instruction – Focused instruction, intervention, and progress monitoring designed to meet scholars where they are and help them reach their highest potential.
Hands-on and Enrichment Learning – Opportunities to connect learning to creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, college/career awareness, and real-world experiences.
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.
College Credit
Opportunities to earn college credit while in high school.
Career Credentials
Access to industry recognized credentials in high demand fields.
Real-World Experience
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 |