Gilbert GOLD – Celebrating the best of GPS!
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Gilbert Education Foundation honors GPS students, teachers and staff
The non-profit organization hosted its annual Scholarship and Varsity Letter in Volunteerism Awards.
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GPS student athletes with disabilities participate in Law Enforcement Torch Run
Desert Ridge High and Desert Ridge Junior High team up with Mesa Police to raise money for Special Olympics Arizona.
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Employees of the Year Banquet honors the best of the best
GPS employees, local leaders, and community groups gathered for the annual celebration.
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Young artists to showcase their work at the GPS Elementary Student Art Show
More than 700 pieces of student art will be on display for three nights only.
District News & Information
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Gilbert Accelerated Middle School to open at Gilbert High
The new school will allow seventh and eighth grade students to engage in honors level courses taught by high-school level educators in a supportive learning environment.
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Gilbert Public Schools prepares for transition to new Academic Calendar
The changes supported by GPS families, staff, and Governing Board members goes into effect for the 2022-2023 school year.
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GPS rolls out free online tutoring for 7th - 12th grade students with the help of NetTutor
Junior High and High School students can access the on-demand tutoring service at their own convenience.
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GPS teachers at Title I schools receive free supplies and classroom donations
The district partners with Feed the Children’s Teacher Store in Chandler.
GPS Parent & Family Resources
Desert Ridge Junior Learning Schedules
Upcoming Desert Ridge Junior High Events
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July 19, 2022
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Rattler Day
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July 20, 2022
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM New Student Orientation
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August 9, 2022
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Jr High Curriculum Night
See Something? Say Something!
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If you think or know that someone is carrying a weapon, drugs, or alcohol on school property, send an anonymous tip now to keep your school safe! You do not have to provide your name.