Welcome to Gilroy High School,Class of 2028!
Mustang Expois at 5:30 p.m. Jan.31, 2024
in the Dr. Deborah Flores Student Center
Welcome to the Gilroy High family, Class of 2028! We are excited to have you join the Mustang family that has been an integral part of Gilroy for over 100 years. This freshmen hub is the virtual version of Mustang Expo, our annual introduction to our campus. We encourage you totake a virtual campus tourand explore the helpful information on thispage. You'll find important information about the registration process and more about the academic and extra-curricular programs Gilroy High has to offer. We hope this fun and informative freshmen hub will help ensure a smooth transition from middle school to high school.
What Makes Gilroy High Unique
Preparing for High School
Important Dates
GHS: DI Orientation
JAN. 17, 2024
DUAL IMMERSION
ORIENTATION
For students continuing in the Dual Immersion program, please join us in the library at 6 pm.
GHS: Mustang Expo
JAN. 31, 2024
MUSTANG
EXPO
WelcomeClass of 2028! Join us at 5:30 p.m. in the Main Gym
GHS: App window open
JAN. 31, 2024
SPECIALIZED PROGRAM
APPLICATIONS OPEN
Application window for specialized programs opens. Submissions are dueFeb. 23.
GHS: MS registration
FEB. 7-8, 2024
MIDDLE SCHOOL REGISTRATION
Feb. 6: South Valley MS
Feb. 7: Brownell MS& Gilroy Prep
Feb. 8:Solorsano MS
GHS: Specialized Programs deadline
FEB. 23, 2024
SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS DEADLINE
Applications are due for specialized programs.
GHS: Specialized Acceptances
MARCH 1, 2024
SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS ACCEPTANCES
Students will be notified of acceptance into specialized programs.
GHS: Residency Verification Event
MAR. 2, 2024
RESIDENCY VERIFICATION
EVENT
Submit proof of residency paperwork from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Gilroy High (all freshmen).
GHS: Residency Verification deadline
MAR. 29, 2024
RESIDENCY VERIFICATION
DEADLINE
Submit proof of residency paperwork by 4 p.m.
GHS: Frosh orientation
AUGUST2024
FRESHMEN
ORIENTATION
Join your Link Crew leaders to learn more about life at Gilroy High.Date is TBD.
- Course Information
- Graduation Requirements
- Specialized Programs Information
Course Information
What classes do you take your freshmen year?
Gilroy High students should plan to takesixclasses in a regular school year. A typical freshman schedule is structured with four required subjects and twoelectives.** If a studentchooses to enroll ina zero-period course, they will have seven classes.
Class 1
English I or English I Honors
required
Class 2
Math I or Math I+ Honors
required
Class 3
Biology, Biology Honors, D.I. Biology orAg Biology
required
Class 4
Course 1 (P.E.)
required
Class 5
Spanish
Class 6
Elective
Students can choose which electives to take. We encourage students to explore courses in computer science, career tech,and the visual and performing arts.
Middle School Registration Days
You'llmeet with your high school Academic Coordinator (AC) in the spring of your eighth-grade year to sign up for your freshman classes. Seethe freshman course catalog here.
Gilroy HighAcademic Coordinators will be visiting schools on these dates:
- February 6, 2024: South Valley Middle School
- February 7, 2024: Brownell Middle School & Gilroy Prep School
- February 8, 2024: Solorsano Middle School
If you're aiming for a specialized program at Gilroy High— Envision Academy,the Ag Program/FFA, Dual Immersion or the Biomedical Science Academy — this is the time to ask about deadlines and applications.Attendance is critical, as your academic coordinator will walk you through the process of selecting courses on your Aeries Academic Plan.
All incoming freshmen will complete and submit the Student Course Request Form(see links below) with a parent or guardian as part of the registration process.The information will be utilized to review course preferences. Complete this form before our scheduled date to visit your middle school for registration.
Students in honors courses
Students who choose to enroll in an honors course will be required to submit the AP/honors contract:
- If your parents/guardianshave access to ParentSquare, access to the contract viayour ParentSquare account.
- If you do not have access to ParentSquare, download and complete this form. Email the completed form to Alba Murillo atalba.murillo@gilroyunified.org.
- Transferring to Gilroy High
Transferring to Gilroy High
If you want to join the Mustang Community on a transfer, you have to take some steps to make sure your registration is appropriately processed. Visit the District Office's enrollment page for information on how to register and online registration.Enroll in GUSD.
Students who live in Gilroy and would like to transfer to another GUSD school that is not their assigned school of attendance will need to submit an intradistrict transfer.Learn more about intradistrict transfers.
Students who live outside of the GUSD boundaries and would to attend Gilroy High will need to submit an interdistrict transfer to their district of residence. Learn more about interdistrict transfers.
Graduation Requirements
To graduate, Gilroy High students must:
1. Earn 220 credits in these subject areas:
| SUBJECT | CREDITS |
|---|---|
| English | 40 |
| World History (10th grade) | 10 |
| US History (11th grade) | 10 |
| Government (12th grade) | 5 |
| Economics (12th grade) | 5 |
| Physical science | 10 |
| Life science | 10 |
| Science elective | 10 |
| Mathematics | 30 |
| Physical education | 20 |
| Fine Arts | 10 |
| World language | 20 |
| Career Technical Ed (CTE) | 5 |
| Electives | 35 |
2. Complete 80 hours of community service. Learn more about the district's community service requirements.
Specialized Programs Information
- Learn more about Dual Immersion
- Learn more about the Biomedical Science Academy
- Learn more about FFA
** If you would like to participate in multiple programs, email your future Academic Coordinator (AC) for assistance inthe proper scheduling of courses. See the Student Services page for information about ACs.**
Application process:Students interested in these programsmust apply in the spring of their eighth-grade year. Start a specialized programs application.
CONTACT US
Meet the Gilroy HighStudent Services team, who will be a resourceduring your time at Gilroy High.Contact them directly with any questions as you begin your Mustang journey.
ACADEMIC COORDINATORS (ACs)
Veronica Alfaro
Veronica.Alfaro@gilroyunified.org
Students with last names A-D
Brenda Garibay
Brenda.Garibay@gilroyunified.org
Students with last names E-Li
Lupita Andrade
Lupita.Andrade@gilroyunified.org
Students with last names Lo-Ra
Adriana Flores
Adriana.Flores@gilroyunified.org
Students with last names Re-Z
OFFICE STAFF
Alba Murillo,Secretary
Alba.Murillo@gilroyunified.org
Edalid Carrillo, Registrar
Edalid.Carrillo@gilroyunified.org
VISIT STUDENTSERVICES
Useful Links
COMMUNITY SERVICE INFORMATION
AERIES STUDENT INFORMATION SYSTEM
RESIDENCY VERIFICATION INFORMATION
- Support the Mustangs
Support the Mustangs
Gilroy High is built on the enthusiasm of our families and community. Your support, time and resources help us carry on a tradition of excellence.
- Gilroy High Parent Club
- ELAC
