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Dear GPS Families,

This is an exciting time for our 6th and 8th graders! Our Level Up days and Next Level events have been a great success, supporting our students to feel comfortable and prepared as they get ready to move on to new campuses and educational experiences next school year! Don’t forget, you are invited to attend our Junior High and High School Family Preview Nights or schedule a tour to learn more.

February is also Career and Technical Education (CTE) month! We are delighted to offer our high school students a wide range of CTE classes and I encourage you to take a look at our website to learn about the many opportunities students can take advantage of as they prepare for their future at GilbertSchools.net/CTE. Thank you to all of our CTE teachers who make this possible!

I wanted to take a moment to invite you to join us at two upcoming events taking place at Campo Verde High on February 22nd. Our 8th annual GPS Run for Fun and our inaugural GPS Healthy Connections Expo. Please read on for full details!

Thank you for your continued support of your student(s), our schools, and our district. We are better together and we are grateful that you are a part of our GPS Family!

Sincerely,

Shane McCord, Ed. D.

Superintendent

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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.

Students in Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs at Campo Verde High visited South Valley Junior High to let eighth graders fill their shoes for the day, providing opportunities for hands-on activities that plant the seeds of inspiration as they sign up for their first year of high school classes. | Read More

The 8th Annual GPS Run for Fun is a community event that promotes healthy lifestyles and supports student success. Open to all, participants can choose to complete a 5K or 1 mile route, either running or walking, all designed to promote physical well-being. Proceeds from the Run 4 Fun will benefit the Gilbert Education Foundation, which supports enrichment programs that enhance the educational experience for students and staff in Gilbert Public Schools. GPS and GEF will also award schools with the highest number of participants $500, which can be used to help students and teachers acquire essential classroom supplies. | Visit the Race Webpage to Register

Run 4 Fun Schedule:

Check-in: 7:30 AM

5k Walk/Run: 8:30 AM

1-mile Walk/Run: 8:45 AM

Awards Ceremony: 9:30 AM

Saturday, February 22, 2025

Campo Verde High School

3870 S Quartz St.

Gilbert, AZ 85297

The inaugural Healthy Connections Expo will be a fun morning out for the family with many activities, food trucks, and entertainment as well as a showcase of the diverse range of enrichment programs offered by GPS Community Education. Throughout the Expo, exciting raffle prizes will be awarded, including a week of summer camp, free enrichment classes, discounts on preschool tuition, and more. Families will have the opportunity to explore a variety of programs, including those offered by Preschool Programs, VIK Club, Parent University, and Community Ed as a whole while taking part in fun activities. 12 enrichment program vendors will be on-site, offering interactive demonstrations of their classes and distributing promotional materials. The Expo will provide families with valuable information and opportunities to connect with resources that can enhance their children's learning and development. | Learn More

Paula Dunnett, a teacher at Patterson Elementary School, was awarded the 12News A+ award for making a significant impact in the lives of her students, and for her crucial role in guiding the school in its IB Candidacy journey as the IB PYP Coordinator. | Read More

This year’s Spelling Bee was electrifying! Elementary and junior high students from schools across the district wowed the audience at Campo Verde High last Thursday, January 23rd for the Annual District Spelling Bee. | Read More

Kristi Peterson, a Math Instructional Coach and Teacher at Mesquite High School earned the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching, the highest recognition from the United States government that a K-12 grade STEM teacher can receive. | Read More

• February 5: Next Level (8th graders visit high schools)
• February 6: GPS Nutrition Services Job Fair
• February 6: Carol Rae Ranch Elementary Kindergarten Open House
• February 6: Quartz Hill Elementary Kinder Round Up
• February 6: Campo Verde High School Family Preview Night
• February 10: Governing Board Policy Meeting
• February 10: Gilbert High School New Student Expo
• February 11: South Valley Junior High Open House
• February 12: Parent University - Preschool Parent Series
• February 13: Highland Park Elementary Kinder Kickoff
• February 13: Desert Ridge High New Student Showcase
• February 13: Gilbert Accelerated Middle School Family Preview Night
• February 13: Highland High School Freshman Parent Night
• February 17: President's Day (No School)
• February 18: Meridian Elementary Kindergarten Round Up

Thursday, February 6, 2025

9 AM - 11 AM

140 South Gilbert Road

Building F. Cactus Room

Gilbert, AZ 85296

Why work with Nutrition Services?

• Family friendly schedules - No nights, weekends, or holidays!
• Make a positive impact on students' lives!
• Positive and supportive work environment.
• Opportunities for advancement - full time and management.

On the spot interviews will be available at the job fair! Apply online at GilbertSchools.net/Jobs.

Hosted by GPS Parent University, The Community Resource Fair will connect families with valuable resources available within the Gilbert and Mesa community to support their well-being. Attendees can explore a variety of resources, from local organizations offering support services to community groups focused on family enrichment. The Resource Fair will feature interactive booths, informative presentations, and opportunities to connect with local experts.

Saturday, February 22, 2025

Campo Verde High School

3870 S Quartz St.

Gilbert, AZ 85297

9 AM - 12 PM

Participate in the GEF Run 4 Fun or check out the Healthy Connections Expo while visiting the Community Resource Fair! | Learn More

Do you or someone you know have a child ready to start Kindergarten? Kindergarten Roundups and Family Preview Nights for the 2025-2026 school year start this month! For registration and information, visit GilbertSchools.net/Kindergarten.

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

Put on your camouflage and boots and head over to the Gilbert Outdoors Expo at the Riparian Preserve. You'll have a chance to brush up on various outdoor activities and learn some new skills! Go fishing, explore wildlife, climb on the rock wall, and much more. This free event is sure to be something the whole family can enjoy! | Learn More

February 22, 2025

9 AM - 2 PM

Riparian Preserve

2757 E. Guadalupe Rd

Gilbert, AZ 85234

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