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At Gilbert Accelerated Middle School, 7th and 8th-grade students are immersed in an honors and accelerated curriculum, providing them with access to high school-level resources, all within a supportive cohort that encourages a deep love of learning – an experience brought to life through the voices of current GAMS students.

Read More about The GAMS Experience: Student Perspectives on Preparing for High School and Beyond
Sam Valles with two new teachers at Islands Elementary

Following the 2024-25 school year, Islands Elementary principal Sam Valles is retiring after 29 years of being a part of the GPS Family. As we honor Principal Valles's lasting contributions, we also look ahead and introduce the next principal of Islands Elementary, who aims to keep the school’s strong culture and traditions alive.

Read More about Retiring Principal Sam Valles Passes the Torch to Mike Davis at Islands Elementary