Firebird Flyer Issue 19 Volume 24
December 20, 2024
The school office will be closed from 12:30 12/20 until 7:15 a.m. 1/7/2025
ππππ Happy New Year! ππππ
Dear Firebird Families,
As we approach a fresh new year, we want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude for the trust you place in our school. Your belief in our mission and commitment to our community fuels our efforts and makes our Gavilan Peak a home for play, growth, and the joyful pursuit of learning. It has been inspiring to watch our students explore their talents, embrace challenges, and celebrate successes, all while supporting one another.
As 2025 begins, we look forward to continuing our partnership with you. With open communication, mutual respect, and a focus on the well-being of every student, we know we can help them flourish. May this new year bring every family in our community abundant health, prosperity, and happiness. We are honored that youβve chosen to be part of our school family, and we canβt wait to see what remarkable heights our Firebirds reach in the coming year.
Warmest wishes,
Kim Elms and Denise Holmes
School Resumes on January 7, 2025
Middle schoolers may also have a change in schedules. Our Geography, Leadership, Forensic Science, Seminar, PE and art classes are quarter-long. STEM or Computer Science is two quarters. Band and Choir are year-long.
Scenes of GP
Thank you for a successful food collection!
Thank you for all your support with the NJHS & NEHS annual canned food drive. As a school, we brought in over 640 food items for the Vincent DePaul food Pantry at St. Rose in Anthem.
The top grade levels wereβ¦
3rd place - 4th grade with 109 items
2nd place - 2nd grade with 157 items
1st place - 8th grade with 162 items
School Spelling Bee
Grades 4-6 will be represented at the District Bee by Elliot Chuang. Nathan Chidester is the runner-up.
Middle School will be represented at the District Bee by Evie Diaz. Danni Stout is the runner up
Sphero games in Computer Science
Hot Pot Experience in Mandarin Language
Congratulation Jiang Laoshi & Mrs McManis for their recognitions in December!
Has someone gone above and beyond for you or your child? Let us know by clicking the button above!
Each month we recognize staff members who have gotten shout-outs from the public, students, colleagues and parents. Thanks to Nanette Miller, State Farm Insurance for sponsoring our Certified of the Month award and GP PTO for sponsoring our Classified of the Month awards.
About Us:
Attendance Line:
(623) 445-7490
Principal's Email: kimberly.elms@dvusd.org
Website: https://www.dvusd.org/gavilanpeak
Location: 2701 West Memorial Drive, Anthem, AZ, USA
Phone: (623)445-7400
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gofirebirds
Twitter: @GPS_DVUSD