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Gilbert Public Schools (GPS), previously known as Gilbert Unified School District (GUSD), is a school district based in Gilbert, Arizona, United States.
GPS covers most of Gilbert and parts of Mesa and Chandler.
[edit] Schools
Some highlights within this district include, twenty-six elementary schools which accommodate grades kindergarten through sixth and various junior high and high schools, including Gilbert High School, South Valley Junior High School, and the Gilbert Classical Academy. According to Gilbert Public School website "The District helps lead the State in academic scores as well as in a variety of extracurricular programs, including athletics and the fine arts."[1]
[edit] High schools
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[edit] Elementary Schools
- Ashland Ranch
- Augusta Ranch
- Boulder Creek
- Burk
- Canyon Rim
- Carol Rae Ranch
- Finley Farms
- Gilbert Elem.
- GPS Traditional Academy (Neely)
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- Greenfield Elem.
- Harris
- Highland Park
- Houston
- Islands
- Meridian
- Mesquite Elem.
- Noah Webster Basic School
- Oak Tree
- Patterson
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- Pioneer
- Playa del Rey
- Quartz Hill
- Settlers Point
- Sonoma Ranch
- Spectrum
- Superstition Springs
- Towne Meadows
- Val Vista Lakes
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[edit] Academies
- GPS Traditional Academy (Grades K-6) - also known as Neely Elementary
- Tech & Leadership Academy (Grades 10-12) - currently being phrased out for Gilbert Classical Academy, will be phased out following 2007-2008 school year
- Gilbert Classical Academy (Grades 7-12) - opened August 2007 with grades 7, 8, and 9; replaces the Tech & Leadership Academy[2]
- The Gilbert Classical Academy (GCA) focuses on the development of critical thinking skills through a rigorous, Classical-style curriculum. Members of the faculty provide a unique and challenging environment, integrating leading edge technology with the Socratic method of instruction.
- The GCA is a fully equipped one to one computing school. Each student receives a laptop computer upon admission for use in the classroom and at home to further enhance their learning environment and prepare them for real-life experiences.
- The rigorous six-year curriculum includes core courses in math, science, English, social studies, modern languages, Latin, physical education, music and the arts.
- Involvement in community service projects, extra-curricular activities, and 1A athletics are be offered to provide academy students with a well-rounded experience.
- The mascot of GCA is the SPARTANS, and the school colors are Purple and Gold.
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