The school has put out the first issue of the "Gilmore Gazette," which is the main source for news and updates about the school and the community.

Q.1 What lunch/meal options are available for students?

Ans- Students have the option of eating breakfast and lunch each day at no cost to them.

Q.2 What opportunities are there for parent involvement at Gilmore Elementary?

Ans- The principal’s message emphasises that families, staff and students working together help kids “SOAR”. The school invites parents to participate in meetings, volunteer, engage with the school community.

Q.3 How is transportation/bus service handled for students?

Ans- Bus route information is available via a “Find 2025-26 Bus Routes” post on the school website for families to check their assigned stop and route. https://www.bpsma.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=4408280&type=d&pREC_ID=2636972

Q.4 What programs or support beyond academics does the school offer?

Ans- The school emphasises social-emotional learning, inclusive culture (“welcome, valued, seen”), and community-family-staff partnerships.

Q.5 How does the school support new families, registration or orientation?

Ans- Contact the main office via the school website for registration information; Pre-K session times are listed, and parents are welcomed to engage early.

Q.6 How can parents stay informed about school events, news and resources (including meals and transportation)?

Ans- The school website posts a news section, event calendar, multilingual parent information, and links for food-service resources.

Q.7 What should families know about meal/food-security support beyond the cafeteria?

Ans- The school mentions resources for families facing food insecurity, and encourages participation in surveys about food service — indicating a commitment to broader family supports