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All graduation ceremonies will be live-streamed via each school's YouTube channel, and recordings will be available to view after the live broadcast. Visit the GPS Class of 2025 page to learn more about how to watch the graduation broadcasts and recordings. | Learn More

Gilbert Gold celebrates everything that makes Gilbert Public Schools such a special place to be. Gold stories highlight the many accomplishments of our students, employees and community.

Graduating from high school is a significant milestone, marking the successful completion of many years of dedication by students. On Thursday, May 22, Gilbert High will host its 108th graduation ceremony for the Class of 2025. With its strong culture and traditions, Gilbert High begins preparing students for graduation the moment they enter high school as freshmen. | Read More

Gilbert Public Schools was awarded the 2025 Best Communities for Music Education in the nation by the NAMM Foundation for the 6th consecutive year, recognizing and celebrating the outstanding efforts by teachers, administrators, parents, students, and community leaders who have made music education a part of a well-rounded education.| Read More

Earlier this year, five GPS schools placed in the top five at the Winter Guard Arizona State Championship. For some schools, like Desert Ridge High, their continued success may be a result of collaborating with junior high schools. | Read More

Campo Verde High attended the 2025 Statewide FAFSA Celebration last week. Congratulations to our Campo students, families and staff for all their efforts to support students to access funding for college and on winning the following in the large school category:

🏆2nd Place - Highest FAFSA Completion Rate - Large School

🏆1st Place - Most Improved FAFSA Completion Rate - Large School

May 6th was the 3rd annual GPS Film Fest. 51 student videos were submitted and viewed, with participants from all 5 of GPS’s comprehensive high schools, and almost 2 hours worth of video content. | Read More

After teaming up with a local small business for the school year, Campo Verde High's Corporate Academy has gained invaluable hands-on experience in creating and implementing real-world marketing strategies, with some of their work was even used by the business. | Read More

• May 21st: GCA Graduation @‌6:30pm

• May 21st: Half Day Junior High & High Schools; Early Release Elementary

• May 22nd: K-12 Half Day (Last Day of School for Students)

• May 22nd: CVHS Graduation @‌7pm

• May 22nd: DRHS Graduation @‌7pm

• May 22nd: HHS Graduation @‌7pm

• May 22nd: MHS Graduation @‌7pm

• May 22nd: GHS Graduation @‌7pm

• May 26th: Memorial Day (District Offices Closed)

For children 18 years old and younger GPS Nutrition Services provides free, healthy meals over the summer, to be consumed on site at Boulder Creek Elementary, Oak Tree Elementary, and Mesquite Junior High. Starting May 29th through July 11th, Monday through Friday. No sign up required. Adults may purchase breakfast for $3 and lunch for $5 cash only. Please note all locations will be closed July 4th.

🍎Boulder Creek Elementary, 8045 E Portobello Ave, Mesa 85212

Breakfast: 7:30 - 9:00AM

Lunch: Noon - 1:00PM

🍎Oak Tree Elementary, 505 W Houston Ave, Gilbert 85233

Breakfast: 7:30 - 9:00AM

Lunch: Noon - 1:00PM

🍎Mesquite Junior, 130 W Mesquite Street, Gilbert 85233

Breakfast: 7:30 - 9:30AM

Lunch: Noon - 1:00PM

Grades reflect students' cumulative growth on standards, and communicate proficiency, mastery, and understanding of standards and skills as outlined by the Arizona Academic Standards. Please click on the link below to view more comprehensive information regarding GPS Junior High and High School grading beliefs and practices, as well as categories, percentages, and grading periods for the next school year. Read More

Gilbert Public Schools' Elementary Summer School is designed to foster a love of lifelong learning by providing engaging and hands-on educational opportunities for students from PreK through 6th grade. The program focuses on intellectual and social growth through a diverse curriculum led by certified GPS teachers. This summer, students can explore a variety of enriching topics through courses like:

• Book Bonanza, a reading adventure across different genres for 2nd through 6 graders.
• Fact Fluency, which makes mastering math facts fun through interactive games.
• Ready, Set, Experiment!, a hands-on science class encouraging discovery.
• Ocean Adventures, an exploration of marine life and ecosystems.
• Not So Foreign Sonoran, a deep dive into the unique aspects of the Sonoran Desert.
• Welcome to Theater, an introduction to acting and storytelling.

Elementary summer school courses will be held at Finley Farms Elementary School. Classes are $95 each, and students can enroll in one to three 55-minute sessions. Registration is open until May 28, 2025.

For more information visit our website.

Below are events and programs put on by the Town of Gilbert.

The Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee (MYAC) is a leadership opportunity for high school students to learn about local government while connecting with Gilbert's community.

Participants are required to volunteer and provide feedback on various topics impacting residents.

Applications close July 12, 2025.

Check out Town of Gilbert's Community Calendar for other upcoming summer events including, H2O Fest, Senior Center Luau for Ages 55+, Juneteenth Celebration, Gilbert 4th of July Celebration, High School Pickleball social and more!

The confidential GPS Tip Line was designed to promote school and student safety and wellbeing. Students and parents can report a threat or potential threat about a student or school. The Tip Line also provides information on other topics, which may affect our students, staffs, or schools. | Submit Tip

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