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Many GPS elementary schools are giving the graduating class of 2025 a chance to relive their fond childhood memories by inviting them back to the campuses where their learning journeys began, giving seniors a chance to reminisce while inspiring 6th graders as they look toward the future.
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Candice Gonzales, Mesquite High School’s dedicated girls’ basketball coach, was awarded for embodying the “spirit” of the late, legendary Phoenix Suns head coach Cotton Fitzsimmons through her commitment to making a positive impact on her students and her community.
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In the final installment of "Keeping Up With the Classroom," we check in on five educators who are finishing their first year teaching a Gilbert Public Schools. Abigail Mintz, April Clark, Gabriella Deets, Jonathan Dangerfield, and Kourtney Madsen each share the expectations they had when the school year started and how they've grown as educators since joining GPS.
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Highland High School's Assistant Principal and Athletic Director (AD), Brandon Larson, has been named the AD of the Year for the 6A Fiesta region. From putting together a logistical "jigsaw puzzle" to building a culture that focuses on quality character, Larson has created a culture in Highland's athletic programs that develops "Elite Hawks" with "Elite Purpose."
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National Honor Society students at Mesquite Junior High School walked to Gilbert Elementary to read books to and complete activities with kindergarten through 2nd grade students, working to strengthen the bond between the two neighboring schools while building community and inspiring students to be excited about their futures.
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Visit our 2025 Graduation page for ceremony dates and key graduation information.