District News
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Fall Break is from September 30, 2024 - October 11, 2024.
District Offices and schools closed for two weeks.
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Gilbert Public Schools Governing Board approved that in November 2024, voters living within Gilbert Public School boundaries will decide on a proposed 15% budget override continuation. This would be a continuation of the existing budget override approved by voters in November 2019 and in place since the 2020/21 school year.
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Huge congratulations to our amazing students and staff at the Gilbert Adult Learning Program! We're thrilled to announce that they have been awarded ‘Excelling Program of the Year for Overall Adult Education Services' by the Arizona Department of Education for the second year in a row.
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Mesquite High's Orchestra and Dance team were invited to see Lindsey Stirling's concert at the Footprint Center, getting a unique opportunity to see firsthand how their education can make an impact on their lives post-graduation.
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Governing Board President and GPS leader Sheila Uggetti passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2024, leaving a powerful legacy in the district and public education as a whole. On Tuesday, September 17th employees across the district will be wearing green for Sheila, representing her favorite holiday, St.Patrick’s Day, and an opportunity to honor a true friend who was an inspiration to so many, in education and life.
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Gilbert High brought together its feeder schools and 20 local businesses to spark relationships that can help students receive the best educational experience possible at the 3rd GPS School Connect Cafe.