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  • HOLIDAY CAMP

    Registration for Holiday Camps will open on August 28, 2023. This school year we are handling Holiday Camp registrations in individual blocks. Each Holiday Camp will have a separate registration for each of the Breaks & One Day camps. Registration will open for ALL dates at the same time, however, each holiday camp will have a different CLOSE date depending on the date the Holiday Camp runs. NO late registrations/schedules will be accepted after the close date, NO EXCEPTION. Holiday Camp is offered to provide a child care option on certain non-school days throughout the school year. Locations: Ashland Ranch Elementary Playa del Rey Elementary Superstition Springs Elementary One Day Holiday Camps: Available at Playa del Rey and Superstition Springs Elementary ONLY. Registration Open/Close Dates and Payment Due Date Schedules: Fall Break Holiday Camps (October 2-13, 2023) - Ashland Ranch, Playa del Rey & Superstition Springs: Registration opens 8/28/23 at 6am, closes 9/26/2023 at 6pm, Invoice date 9/27/2023, Payment Due Date 9/29/2023. Winter Break Holiday Camp (December 20, 2023 - January 2, 2024, excludes Christmas & New Year Day) - Ashland Ranch, Playa del Rey & Superstition Springs: Registration opens 8/28/2023 at 6am, closes 12/12/2023 at 6pm, Invoice date 12/13/2023, Payment Due Date 12/15/2023 Spring Break Holiday Camp (March 11-22) - Ashland Ranch, Playa del Rey & Superstition Springs: Registration opens 8/28/2023 at 6am, closes 3/5/2024 at 6pm, Invoice date 3/6/2024, Payment Due Date 3/8/2024. One Day Holiday Camps Veteran's 1 Day Holiday Camp (November 10, 2023) - Playa del Rey & Superstition Springs: Registration opens 8/28/2023 at 6am, closes 11/6/2023 at 6pm, Invoice date 11/7/2023, Payment Due Date 11/9/2023. Day Before Thanksgiving 1 Day Holiday Camp (November 22, 2023) - Playa del Rey & Superstition Springs: Registration opens 8/28/2023 at 6am, closes 11/16/2023 at 6pm, Invoice date 11/17/2023, Payment Due Date 11/21/2023. Martin Luther King 1 Day Holiday Camp (January 15, 2024) - Playa del Rey & Superstition Springs: Registration opens 8/28/23 at 6am, closes 1/9/2024 at 6pm, Invoice date 1/10/2024, Payment Due Date 1/12/2024. President's Day 1 Day Holiday Camp (February 19, 2024) - Playa del Rey & Superstition Springs: Registration opens 8/28/2023 at 6am, closes 2/13/2024 at 6pm, Invoice date 2/14/2024, Payment Due Date 2/16/2024 Hours of Operation: 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Tuition & Fees Preschool Camp: $46.00 per day VIK Camp: $46.00 per day Ashland Ranch - Site Phone: 480-818-0154, Field Trip Phone: 480-818-8316 Playa del Rey - Site Phone: 480-818-2359, Field Trip Phone: 480-818-1752 Superstition Springs - Site Phone: 480-818-2690, Field Trip Phone: 480-818-2896 FIELD TRIP CALENDARS Ashland Ranch Spring Break Field Trip Calendar Playa del Rey Spring Break Field Trip Calendar Superstition Springs Spring Break Field Trip Calendar Information: Breakfast and Snack provided - each student must bring their own lunch Dates Available Fall Break: October 2-13, 2023 Veteran's Day: November 10, 2023 Pre Thanksgiving: November 22, 2023 Winter Break: December 20-22, 2023 / December 26-29, 2023 Winter Break: January 2, 2024 Martin Luther King Day: January 15, 2024 President's Day: February 19, 2024 Spring Break: March 11-22, 2024 GPS School District Employees receive a 20% discount on tuition. Employment verification required. Cost of holiday camp schedule selected, as well as registration fee, if applicable, will be charged at time contract is approved. Registration fee is NON-REFUNDABLE, no exceptions. Fee for late pick will be charged.
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  • Harris Elementary

    • Preschool - Building Blocks 3's
    • School Year 24-25
    Registration for the 2024-2025 School Year is Open Regular Hours of Operation School Day - 8:00 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. Extended Day - 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. About us Gilbert Public Schools is proud to offer Building Blocks Preschool, a full day preschool program that allows your 3, 4, or young 5-year-old firsthand experiences of what it means to be a student. Our uniquely designed curriculum, based on the AZ Early Childhood Standards, helps create a foundation for your young student to build upon as they move towards their school career. Within the 3’s program, students will engage with specially designed, curriculum-based material. By utilizing circle time students are introduced to letters, numbers, colors, days of the week, months, and weather. While using a small group setting, our 3-year-old's complete six learning centers a day. In between learning centers are lunch, rest time, and exploration play. The day begins and concludes with a structured based play which focusses on socialization. Children must be 3 years old by August 31st and must be completely independent in toileting; to be considered completely independent in toileting, a child must be able to do ALL of the following: Are able to communicate the need to go to the toilet; including but not limited to, demonstrating control over going if they must wait for someone who is in the bathroom or if away from the bathroom. Can independently pull down their underwear and pants and pull them back up when done. This includes clothing with belts, buttons, zippers etc., if worn to school Can independently clean their bottoms after using the toilet Get on and off the toilet by themselves Wash and dry their hands by themselves Disposable training pants (i.e. Pull-ups) are not permitted per AZDHS Licensing Building Blocks will provide a full healthy breakfast for those families choosing the extended day option. Family style snacks will be provided to all students. Building Blocks’ students will be eating in the school cafeteria. Although lunch will not be provided, the student will be enrolled in the school lunch program so they may purchase a hot lunch. All programs are licensed by Arizona Department of Health Services. Staff will participate in a minimum of 18 hours of professional development each school year. The Building Blocks Program is a Monthly Tuition Program. The cost is based on the days selected for the entire school year, then broken down into 10 equal monthly payments. Three Schedules are available for parents to select during the registration process - Full Time Monday - Friday, Part Time 3 Days per week - Monday, Wednesday & Friday or Part Time 2 Days per week - Tuesday & Thursday. Parents must commit to a schedule and maintain it throughout the entire school year. Building Blocks Curriculum We believe academics and social development are intertwined, and that curriculum is a living, growing aspect of preschool. We have a commitment to each school’s design and firmly believe that this commitment is crucial to our students’ success. We begin by understanding that every student is different. We focus on using each student’s strengths to build upon those areas that need developing. Learning is applied through academics and exploratory play. These activities can be child-directed or teacher directed. With a fluid schedule, teachers are then able to assess transitions and begin to build a foundation tailored to each individual student. AZ Early Learning Standards is the framework to our curriculum, and it is annually accessed to ensure best practices. The Building Blocks’ module is influenced by kindergarten standards and is collaborative with kindergarten teachers. Fundations and sight words are introduced through 4 small-sided learning centers and 3 large group centers based on weekly themes with built-in “Brain Breaks” between learning centers. “Brain Breaks” are equally important both inside and outside of the classroom with opportunities for PE, Library, Music, Art, etc. Building Blocks passionately encourages school involvement through fun runs, assemblies, school pictures, spirit weeks, and other fun site-specific activities. Dates Building Blocks 3's is closed Holiday/Closure ‘23-‘24 School Year ‘24-‘25 School Year Labor Day September 4, 2023 September 2, 2024 Fall Break October 2-13, 2023 Sept. 30-Oct. 11, 2024 Veteran's Day November 10, 2023 November 11, 2024 Thanksgiving Holidays November 22-24, 2023 November 27-29, 2024 Winter Break December 20-29, 2023 & January 1-2, 2024 December 23-31, 2024 & January 1-3, 2025 Martin Luther King Day January 15, 2024 January 20, 2025 President's Day February 19, 2024 February 17, 2025 Spring Break March 11-22, 2024 March 10-21, 2025 Spring Holiday March 29, 2024 April 18, 2025 Last Day of School May 22, 2024 May 21, 2025 Monthly Tuition & Fees: $50.00 Registration Fee School Day (8:00am–3:15pm) M-F: $750.00/month M,W,F: $540.00/month Tue, Thurs: $430.00/month Extended Day (6:30am–6:00pm) M-F: $920.00/month M,W,F: $645.00/month Tue, Thurs: $510.00/month GPS Employee Rates - please call the preschool office - employment verification required 2023-2024 School Year - Registration fee and a security deposit of $100 from November 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023 will be due at time of registration. The remaining balance for the first scheduled tuition is due by July 24, 2023. Registrations received on July 1, 2023 and after are required to pay the registration fee and the first scheduled tuition payment at the time of registration. The registration fee, security deposit and 1st month tuition paid during registration are NON-REFUNDABLE, no exceptions. The security deposit will be applied to the first scheduled tuition payment. Preschool Parent Handbook 2023-2024 School Year 2024-2025 School Year** - Registration fee and a security deposit of $100 from November 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 will be due at time of registration. The remaining balance for the first scheduled tuition is due by July 22, 2024. Registrations received on July 1, 2024 and after are required to pay the registration fee and the first scheduled tuition payment at the time of registration. The registration fee, security deposit and 1st month tuition paid during registration are NON-REFUNDABLE, no exceptions. The security deposit will be applied to the first scheduled tuition payment. **Both the Eleyo and Infinite Campus registrations must be completed by July 16, 2024 in order to ensure the ability to start on the first day of school. Registration must also be finalized on the campus prior to the child’s start date. Preschool Parent Handbook 2024-2025 School Year
  • Harris Elementary

    • Preschool - Building Blocks 4's
    • School Year 24-25
    Registration for the 2024-2025 School Year is Open Regular Hours of Operation School Day - 8:00 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. Extended Day - 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. About us Gilbert Public Schools is proud to offer Building Blocks Preschool, a full day preschool program that allows your 3, 4, or young 5-year-old firsthand experiences of what it means to be a student. Our uniquely designed curriculum, based on the AZ Early Childhood Standards, helps create a foundation for your young student to build upon as they move towards their school career. By constructing curriculum containing a more challenging approach to the same subjects included in our 3’s program, our 4 and young 5-year-olds continue to master letters, numbers, colors, the calendar, writing their names, addresses, phone numbers, and begin preparation for reading readiness. Socialization and opportunities to build friendships are encouraged throughout our before and after-school day schedule. Upon completion of the Building Blocks program, our students have the foundation in place to enter kindergarten with the tools, experiences, and passion for learning, that helps to ensure academic success now and well into the future. Children must be 4 years old by August 31st and independently toilet trained. To be considered completely independent in toileting, a child must be able to do ALL of the following: Are able to communicate the need to go to the toilet; including but not limited to, demonstrating control over going if they must wait for someone who is in the bathroom or if away from the bathroom Can independently pull down their underwear and pants and pull them back up when done. This includes clothing with belts, buttons, zippers etc., if worn to school Can independently clean their bottoms after using the toilet Get on and off the toilet by themselves Wash and dry their hands by themselves Disposable training pants (i.e. Pull-ups) are not permitted per AZDHS Licensing Building Blocks will provide a full healthy breakfast for those families choosing the extended day option. Family style snacks will be provided to all students. Building Blocks’ students will be eating in the school cafeteria. Although lunch will not be provided, the student will be enrolled in the school lunch program so they may purchase a hot lunch. All programs are licensed by Arizona Department of Health Services. Staff will participate in a minimum of 18 hours of professional development each school year. The Building Blocks Program is a Monthly Tuition Program. The cost is based on the days selected for the entire school year, then broken down into 10 equal monthly payments. Three Schedules are available for parents to select during the registration process - Full Time Monday - Friday, Part Time 3 Days per week - Monday, Wednesday & Friday or Part Time 2 Days per week - Tuesday & Thursday. Parents must commit to a schedule and maintain it throughout the entire school year. Building Blocks Curriculum We believe academics and social development are intertwined, and that curriculum is a living, growing aspect of preschool. We have a commitment to each school’s design and firmly believe that this commitment is crucial to our students’ success. We begin by understanding that every student is different. We focus on using each student’s strengths to build upon those areas that need developing. Learning is applied through academics and exploratory play. These activities can be child-directed or teacher directed. With a fluid schedule, teachers are then able to assess transitions and begin to build a foundation tailored to each individual student. AZ Early Learning Standards is the framework to our curriculum, and it is annually accessed to ensure best practices. The Building Blocks’ module is influenced by kindergarten standards and is collaborative with kindergarten teachers. Fundations and sight words are introduced through 4 small-sided learning centers and 3 large group centers based on weekly themes with built-in “Brain Breaks” between learning centers. “Brain Breaks” are equally important both inside and outside of the classroom with opportunities for PE, Library, Music, Art, etc. Building Blocks passionately encourages school involvement through fun runs, assemblies, school pictures, spirit weeks, and other fun site-specific activities. Dates Building Blocks 4's is closed Holiday/Closure ‘23-‘24 School Year ‘24-‘25 School Year Labor Day September 4, 2023 September 2, 2024 Fall Break October 2-13, 2023 Sept. 30-Oct. 11, 2024 Veteran's Day November 10, 2023 November 11, 2024 Thanksgiving Holidays November 22-24, 2023 November 27-29, 2024 Winter Break December 20-29, 2023 & January 1-2, 2024 December 23-31, 2024 & January 1-3, 2025 Martin Luther King Day January 15, 2024 January 20, 2025 President's Day February 19, 2024 February 17, 2025 Spring Break March 11-22, 2024 March 10-21, 2025 Spring Holiday March 29, 2024 April 18, 2025 Last Day of School May 22, 2024 May 21, 2025 Monthly Tuition & Fees: $50.00 Registration Fee School Day (8:00am–3:15pm) M-F: $750.00/month M,W,F: $540.00/month T, TH: $430.00/month Extended Day (6:30am–6:00pm) M-F: $920.00/month M,W,F: $645.00/month T-TH: $510.00/month GPS Employee Rates - please call the preschool office - employment verification required 2023-2024 School Year - Registration fee and a security deposit of $100 from November 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023 will be due at time of registration. The remaining balance for the first scheduled tuition is due by July 24, 2023. Registrations received on July 1, 2023 and after are required to pay the registration fee and the first scheduled tuition payment at the time of registration. The registration fee, security deposit and 1st month tuition paid during registration are NON-REFUNDABLE, no exceptions. The security deposit will be applied to the first scheduled tuition payment. Preschool Parent Handbook 2023-2024 School Year 2024-2025 School Year** - Registration fee and a security deposit of $100 from November 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 will be due at time of registration. The remaining balance for the first scheduled tuition is due by July 22, 2024. Registrations received on July 1, 2024 and after are required to pay the registration fee and the first scheduled tuition payment at the time of registration. The registration fee, security deposit and 1st month tuition paid during registration are NON-REFUNDABLE, no exceptions. The security deposit will be applied to the first scheduled tuition payment. **Both the Eleyo and Infinite Campus registrations must be completed by July 16, 2024 in order to ensure the ability to start on the first day of school. Registration must also be finalized on the campus prior to the child’s start date. Preschool Parent Handbook 2024-2025 School Year
  • Harris Elementary - Gandy

    • Preschool - Advantage Preschool
    • School Year 24-25
    Advantage Preschool Dates 2024-2025 School Year - Registration is Open Advantage Preschool follows the GPS school calendar for holidays and breaks. There is no Advantage Preschool on any district half days. Complete information and the Preschool Parent Handbook can be found on the district website: www.gilbertschools.net/advantage Age Range *3-5 (*3 by August 31st) -- Children may not attend until their 3rd birthday. Class Times AM 8:00-10:30 PM 11:15-1:45 The AM session typically has more younger students and the PM session has more of the older students. Class Size Typically limited to 15 students Taught by an HQT Certified Teacher and a paraprofessional assistant About the Program GPS Advantage Preschool is a play-based program, aligned with the Arizona Department of Education Early Learning Standards, with a focus on critical thinking skills and social/emotional development. Thematic units are explored by students using a variety of learning styles and modalities, which in turn, ignites curiosity and encourages sustained attention! Program is supplemented using Creative Curriculum intentional learning materials, We Thinkers! social emotional curriculum, and Learning Without Tears. Typically developing peers and those with developmental delays work together and grow in one inclusive environment. Integrated SPICE Integrated SPICE is a blended program with all students learning and growing in one inclusive environment. Every child can feel valued for their unique contributions and have a sense of belonging. This program will have a maximum of 12 children and will consist of 50% of the students receiving special education support for their individual needs associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder, and 50% typically developing peer role models. This model is designed to promote social interactions and to develop communication skills using peer modeling and intentional, systematic, and individualized intervention. *Special Education enrollment for this program is district initiated and will be based on district boundaries and capacities Standards based instruction with supplemental curriculum: Handwriting Without Tears Creative Curriculum Max of 12 student, 6 tuition, per session, registration fee waived for Integrated SPICE class This program is located at Canyon Rim Elementary and Finley Farms Elementary. For the Integrated SPICE program, the tuition is $100.00 per month for four days per week. Monthly Tuition and Fees: $50 Registration Fee 3-day (M, T, Th) is $240 per month 4-day (M, T, Th, F) is $285 per month All days are 2 ½ hour class times GPS Employee Rates - please call the preschool office - employment verification required Program locations, days, & times are subject to change. 2023-2024 School Year - Registration fee and a security deposit of $100 from November 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 will be charged during registration. The $100 deposit will be applied to the August Tuition. As of July 1, 2023, the security deposit will not be charged, however, the 1st months tuition will be required during registration. Registration fee and security deposit is NON-REFUNDABLE, no exceptions. Preschool Parent Handbook 2023-2024 School Year 2024-2025 School Year* - Registration fee and a security deposit of $100 from November 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024 will be charged during registration. The $100 deposit will be applied to the August Tuition. As of July 1, 2024, the security deposit will not be charged, however, the 1st months tuition will be required during registration. Registration fee and security deposit is NON-REFUNDABLE, no exceptions. Preschool Parent Handbook 2024-2025 School Year *Both the Eleyo and Infinite Campus registrations must be completed by July 16, 2024 in order to ensure the ability to start on the first day of school. Registration must also be finalized on the campus prior to the child’s start date. Requirements Toilet Trained - All students must be completely independent in toileting; to be considered completely independent in toileting, a child must be able to do ALL of the following: Are able to communicate the need to go to the toilet; including but not limited to, demonstrating control over going if they must wait for someone who is in the bathroom or if away from the bathroom Can independently pull down their underwear and pants and pull them back up when done. This includes clothing with belts, buttons, zippers etc., if worn to school Can independently clean their bottoms after using the toilet Get on and off the toilet by themselves Wash and dry their hands by themselves *Disposable training pants (i.e. Pull-ups) are not permitted per AZDHS Licensing Fluent English (typically developing role-model) Locations (Open Boundaries) Ashland Ranch Augusta Ranch Boulder Creek++ Burk++ Canyon Rim Carol Rae Finley Farms (Integrated SPICE) Gilbert Elem++ Greenfield Elem Harris++ Highland Park Meridian Mesquite Elem Oak Tree++ Patterson Playa del Rey Quartz Hill Settler's Point Sonoma Ranch Spectrum Superstition Springs Towne Meadows Val Vista Lakes ++Title I Supplement available at this locations, contact the Preschool Office for verification Child Find Screenings Gilbert Public School’s Advantage Preschool provides early intervention/special education services to 3 to 5 year old children with qualifying developmental delays in the following areas: motor, social, speech/language, cognitive or adaptive behavior development. Eligibility is determined through formal assessment procedures. If you live within the Gilbert Public School district boundaries, and have concerns regarding your child’s development, please go to www.gilbertschools.net/amanecer and follow the Preschool Screening instructions to begin the testing process. GPS Preschool Office 480-497-3461 x7
  • Highland Park - PM - Mechelle Wendt

    • Preschool - Kindergarten Prep
    • School Year 24-25
    Traditional, Gifted Cluster, S.T.E.A.M and Conventional Registration for the 2024-2025 School Year is Open Kindergarten Prep follows the GPS school calendar for holidays and breaks. Complete information and the Kindergarten Prep Parent Handbook can be found on the district website: www.gilbertschools.net/kprep 2024-2025 Locations and Class Times Class Times: AM Session: 8:15 - 11:15, Monday-Friday PM Session: 12:15 - 3:15 Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri Full Day Session 8:15-3:15 Mon - Fri (2:15 release on Wednesdays) Traditional Kindergarten Prep: Spectrum Elementary Full Day Canyon Rim Elementary (Hybrid Schedules Offered) Full Day Session AM Session PM Session Neely Traditional Academy AM Session PM Session S.T.E.A.M. Kindergarten Prep Quartz Hill Elementary School Full Day Gifted Cluster Kindergarten Prep: Ashland Ranch AM Session PM Session Conventional Kindergarten Prep: Ashland Ranch Highland Park Meridian Val Vista Lakes AM Session PM Session Superstition Springs (Hybrid Schedule Offered) AM Session PM Session Full Day Session Class Size Up to 20 Students per class Taught by an HQT Certified Teacher with an assistant About the Program Kindergarten Prep transforms learning into a walk of discovery, offering safe and exciting opportunities for experimentation, challenge, and fun at every turn! This program is designed to give your child a jump-start on becoming a prepared and eager student ready for the rigors of Kindergarten and being a valued member of Gilbert Public Schools! Kindergarten Prep curriculum focuses on literacy and academic content in an intentionally developed preschool environment. Fundations, which provides a strong foundation for reading and writing, is introduced and focused on daily. Traditional Kindergarten Prep is designed to give students that will be attending a Traditional Kindergarten a jump-start on their educational pathway. Traditional Kindergarten Prep children will participate in primary language arts (Spalding), math (Math in Focus), science, music, art, and physical education through hands-on discovery and other age-appropriate activities. S.T.E.A.M. Kindergarten Prep (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) students at Quartz Hill will be a part of an A School of Excellence where they will have the opportunity for real-world hands-on/minds-on learning. Quartz Hill K-Prep students will be involved in a full-day of project-based learning and introduced to coding. Through these experiences, children will use their imagination, be innovators and be inspired as emerging Trailblazers! Gifted Cluster Kindergarten Prep is offered at Ashland Ranch Elementary. Student can be placed in the Gifted Cluster after qualifying through testing with a certified school psychologist. There is a $175 fee for the testing. Registration for gifted testing opens April 8, 2024. Link to Gifted Cluster Testing Registration All programs are aligned with the Arizona Department of Education Early Learning Standards, and are supplemented with: Handwriting Without Tears STEM Activities Unplugged Coding Monthly Tuition & Fees: $50 Registration Fee AM Session: $385 per month, Monday-Friday PM Session: $340 per month, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday Full Day: $790 per month, Monday-Friday (Wednesday 1 hour early release) GPS Employee Rates - please call the preschool office - employment verification required 2024-2025 School Year** - Registration fee and a security deposit of $100 from November 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024 will be due at time of registration. The remaining balance for the first scheduled tuition is due by July 22, 2024. Registrations received on July 1, 2024 and after are required to pay the registration fee and the first scheduled tuition payment at the time of registration. The registration fee, security deposit and 1st month tuition paid during registration are NON-REFUNDABLE, no exceptions. The security deposit will be applied to the first scheduled tuition payment. Preschool Parent Handbook 2024-2025 School Year **Both the Eleyo and Infinite Campus registrations must be completed by July 16, 2024 in order to ensure the ability to start on the first day of school. Registration must also be finalized on the campus prior to the child’s start date. Requirements Age 4-5 Must be 4 by August 31, for the school year registering for. Toilet Trained - All students must be completely independent in toileting; to be considered completely independent in toileting, a child must be able to do ALL of the following: Are able to communicate the need to go to the toilet; including but not limited to, demonstrating control over going if they must wait for someone who is in the bathroom or if away from the bathroom Can independently pull down their underwear and pants and pull them back up when done. This includes clothing with belts, buttons, zippers etc., if worn to school Can independently clean their bottoms after using the toilet Get on and off the toilet by themselves Wash and dry their hands by themselves Disposable training pants (i.e. Pull-ups) are not permitted per AZDHS Licensing All dates, times and locations are subject to change If you have concerns about your child's development, and live within the GPS boundaries, please go to www.gilbertschools.net/advantage and follow the instructions for Preschool Screening. Preschool Office 480-497-3461
  • Highland Park Elementary - Moeur

    • Preschool - Advantage Preschool
    • School Year 24-25
    Advantage Preschool Dates 2024-2025 School Year - Registration is Open Advantage Preschool follows the GPS school calendar for holidays and breaks. There is no Advantage Preschool on any district half days. Complete information and the Preschool Parent Handbook can be found on the district website: www.gilbertschools.net/advantage Age Range *3-5 (*3 by August 31st) -- Children may not attend until their 3rd birthday. Class Times AM 8:00-10:30 PM 11:15-1:45 The AM session typically has more younger students and the PM session has more of the older students. Class Size Typically limited to 15 students Taught by an HQT Certified Teacher and a paraprofessional assistant About the Program GPS Advantage Preschool is a play-based program, aligned with the Arizona Department of Education Early Learning Standards, with a focus on critical thinking skills and social/emotional development. Thematic units are explored by students using a variety of learning styles and modalities, which in turn, ignites curiosity and encourages sustained attention! Program is supplemented using Creative Curriculum intentional learning materials, We Thinkers! social emotional curriculum, and Learning Without Tears. Typically developing peers and those with developmental delays work together and grow in one inclusive environment. Integrated SPICE Integrated SPICE is a blended program with all students learning and growing in one inclusive environment. Every child can feel valued for their unique contributions and have a sense of belonging. This program will have a maximum of 12 children and will consist of 50% of the students receiving special education support for their individual needs associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder, and 50% typically developing peer role models. This model is designed to promote social interactions and to develop communication skills using peer modeling and intentional, systematic, and individualized intervention. *Special Education enrollment for this program is district initiated and will be based on district boundaries and capacities Standards based instruction with supplemental curriculum: Handwriting Without Tears Creative Curriculum Max of 12 student, 6 tuition, per session, registration fee waived for Integrated SPICE class This program is located at Canyon Rim Elementary and Finley Farms Elementary. For the Integrated SPICE program, the tuition is $100.00 per month for four days per week. Monthly Tuition and Fees: $50 Registration Fee 3-day (M, T, Th) is $240 per month 4-day (M, T, Th, F) is $285 per month All days are 2 ½ hour class times GPS Employee Rates - please call the preschool office - employment verification required Program locations, days, & times are subject to change. 2023-2024 School Year - Registration fee and a security deposit of $100 from November 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 will be charged during registration. The $100 deposit will be applied to the August Tuition. As of July 1, 2023, the security deposit will not be charged, however, the 1st months tuition will be required during registration. Registration fee and security deposit is NON-REFUNDABLE, no exceptions. Preschool Parent Handbook 2023-2024 School Year 2024-2025 School Year* - Registration fee and a security deposit of $100 from November 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024 will be charged during registration. The $100 deposit will be applied to the August Tuition. As of July 1, 2024, the security deposit will not be charged, however, the 1st months tuition will be required during registration. Registration fee and security deposit is NON-REFUNDABLE, no exceptions. Preschool Parent Handbook 2024-2025 School Year *Both the Eleyo and Infinite Campus registrations must be completed by July 16, 2024 in order to ensure the ability to start on the first day of school. Registration must also be finalized on the campus prior to the child’s start date. Requirements Toilet Trained - All students must be completely independent in toileting; to be considered completely independent in toileting, a child must be able to do ALL of the following: Are able to communicate the need to go to the toilet; including but not limited to, demonstrating control over going if they must wait for someone who is in the bathroom or if away from the bathroom Can independently pull down their underwear and pants and pull them back up when done. This includes clothing with belts, buttons, zippers etc., if worn to school Can independently clean their bottoms after using the toilet Get on and off the toilet by themselves Wash and dry their hands by themselves *Disposable training pants (i.e. Pull-ups) are not permitted per AZDHS Licensing Fluent English (typically developing role-model) Locations (Open Boundaries) Ashland Ranch Augusta Ranch Boulder Creek++ Burk++ Canyon Rim Carol Rae Finley Farms (Integrated SPICE) Gilbert Elem++ Greenfield Elem Harris++ Highland Park Meridian Mesquite Elem Oak Tree++ Patterson Playa del Rey Quartz Hill Settler's Point Sonoma Ranch Spectrum Superstition Springs Towne Meadows Val Vista Lakes ++Title I Supplement available at this locations, contact the Preschool Office for verification Child Find Screenings Gilbert Public School’s Advantage Preschool provides early intervention/special education services to 3 to 5 year old children with qualifying developmental delays in the following areas: motor, social, speech/language, cognitive or adaptive behavior development. Eligibility is determined through formal assessment procedures. If you live within the Gilbert Public School district boundaries, and have concerns regarding your child’s development, please go to www.gilbertschools.net/amanecer and follow the Preschool Screening instructions to begin the testing process. GPS Preschool Office 480-497-3461 x7
  • Highland Park Elementary - von der Linden

    • Preschool - Advantage Preschool
    • School Year 24-25
    Advantage Preschool Dates 2024-2025 School Year - Registration is Open Advantage Preschool follows the GPS school calendar for holidays and breaks. There is no Advantage Preschool on any district half days. Complete information and the Preschool Parent Handbook can be found on the district website: www.gilbertschools.net/advantage Age Range *3-5 (*3 by August 31st) -- Children may not attend until their 3rd birthday. Class Times AM 8:00-10:30 PM 11:15-1:45 The AM session typically has more younger students and the PM session has more of the older students. Class Size Typically limited to 15 students Taught by an HQT Certified Teacher and a paraprofessional assistant About the Program GPS Advantage Preschool is a play-based program, aligned with the Arizona Department of Education Early Learning Standards, with a focus on critical thinking skills and social/emotional development. Thematic units are explored by students using a variety of learning styles and modalities, which in turn, ignites curiosity and encourages sustained attention! Program is supplemented using Creative Curriculum intentional learning materials, We Thinkers! social emotional curriculum, and Learning Without Tears. Typically developing peers and those with developmental delays work together and grow in one inclusive environment. Integrated SPICE Integrated SPICE is a blended program with all students learning and growing in one inclusive environment. Every child can feel valued for their unique contributions and have a sense of belonging. This program will have a maximum of 12 children and will consist of 50% of the students receiving special education support for their individual needs associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder, and 50% typically developing peer role models. This model is designed to promote social interactions and to develop communication skills using peer modeling and intentional, systematic, and individualized intervention. *Special Education enrollment for this program is district initiated and will be based on district boundaries and capacities Standards based instruction with supplemental curriculum: Handwriting Without Tears Creative Curriculum Max of 12 student, 6 tuition, per session, registration fee waived for Integrated SPICE class This program is located at Canyon Rim Elementary and Finley Farms Elementary. For the Integrated SPICE program, the tuition is $100.00 per month for four days per week. Monthly Tuition and Fees: $50 Registration Fee 3-day (M, T, Th) is $240 per month 4-day (M, T, Th, F) is $285 per month All days are 2 ½ hour class times GPS Employee Rates - please call the preschool office - employment verification required Program locations, days, & times are subject to change. 2023-2024 School Year - Registration fee and a security deposit of $100 from November 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 will be charged during registration. The $100 deposit will be applied to the August Tuition. As of July 1, 2023, the security deposit will not be charged, however, the 1st months tuition will be required during registration. Registration fee and security deposit is NON-REFUNDABLE, no exceptions. Preschool Parent Handbook 2023-2024 School Year 2024-2025 School Year* - Registration fee and a security deposit of $100 from November 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024 will be charged during registration. The $100 deposit will be applied to the August Tuition. As of July 1, 2024, the security deposit will not be charged, however, the 1st months tuition will be required during registration. Registration fee and security deposit is NON-REFUNDABLE, no exceptions. Preschool Parent Handbook 2024-2025 School Year *Both the Eleyo and Infinite Campus registrations must be completed by July 16, 2024 in order to ensure the ability to start on the first day of school. Registration must also be finalized on the campus prior to the child’s start date. Requirements Toilet Trained - All students must be completely independent in toileting; to be considered completely independent in toileting, a child must be able to do ALL of the following: Are able to communicate the need to go to the toilet; including but not limited to, demonstrating control over going if they must wait for someone who is in the bathroom or if away from the bathroom Can independently pull down their underwear and pants and pull them back up when done. This includes clothing with belts, buttons, zippers etc., if worn to school Can independently clean their bottoms after using the toilet Get on and off the toilet by themselves Wash and dry their hands by themselves *Disposable training pants (i.e. Pull-ups) are not permitted per AZDHS Licensing Fluent English (typically developing role-model) Locations (Open Boundaries) Ashland Ranch Augusta Ranch Boulder Creek++ Burk++ Canyon Rim Carol Rae Finley Farms (Integrated SPICE) Gilbert Elem++ Greenfield Elem Harris++ Highland Park Meridian Mesquite Elem Oak Tree++ Patterson Playa del Rey Quartz Hill Settler's Point Sonoma Ranch Spectrum Superstition Springs Towne Meadows Val Vista Lakes ++Title I Supplement available at this locations, contact the Preschool Office for verification Child Find Screenings Gilbert Public School’s Advantage Preschool provides early intervention/special education services to 3 to 5 year old children with qualifying developmental delays in the following areas: motor, social, speech/language, cognitive or adaptive behavior development. Eligibility is determined through formal assessment procedures. If you live within the Gilbert Public School district boundaries, and have concerns regarding your child’s development, please go to www.gilbertschools.net/amanecer and follow the Preschool Screening instructions to begin the testing process. GPS Preschool Office 480-497-3461 x7
  • Insiprato Education Wonders of the World

    Behold the beauty of the world as we explore some of the most famous natural & human-built Wonders of the World by creating imaginative crafts, and engineering models of some of the most amazing places on earth. Craft a coral reef and examine ocean acidification as we discover Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, then create traditional Peruvian textiles, stuff a llama and learn about their significance to the Incas & Machu Picchu. Take a journey into the past as we engineer replicas of the Great Wall of China, the Roman Colosseum, and the Mayans’ Chichen Itza pyramid to learn about the amazing ancient structures that have stood the test of time.
  • Inspirato Theme Park Theatrics

    Theme park excitement and adrenaline, with a scientific twist! The entertainment experience is all about theatrics, but the principals behind rollercoasters, carousels, and bumper cars are rooted in physics. We’ll explore the ideas of centripetal force, gravity, mass, inertia, action, reaction and many more of Newton’s principals as we intertwine the fun fusion of creativity, engineering, experimentation and imagination! Buckle up for excitement and thrill as students create their very own theme park rides using the exhilarating scientific knowledge they gain!
  • Islands Elementary

    • Preschool - Building Blocks 4's
    • School Year 24-25
    Registration for the 2024-2025 School Year is Open Regular Hours of Operation School Day - 8:00 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. Extended Day - 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. About us Gilbert Public Schools is proud to offer Building Blocks Preschool, a full day preschool program that allows your 3, 4, or young 5-year-old firsthand experiences of what it means to be a student. Our uniquely designed curriculum, based on the AZ Early Childhood Standards, helps create a foundation for your young student to build upon as they move towards their school career. By constructing curriculum containing a more challenging approach to the same subjects included in our 3’s program, our 4 and young 5-year-olds continue to master letters, numbers, colors, the calendar, writing their names, addresses, phone numbers, and begin preparation for reading readiness. Socialization and opportunities to build friendships are encouraged throughout our before and after-school day schedule. Upon completion of the Building Blocks program, our students have the foundation in place to enter kindergarten with the tools, experiences, and passion for learning, that helps to ensure academic success now and well into the future. Children must be 4 years old by August 31st and independently toilet trained. To be considered completely independent in toileting, a child must be able to do ALL of the following: Are able to communicate the need to go to the toilet; including but not limited to, demonstrating control over going if they must wait for someone who is in the bathroom or if away from the bathroom Can independently pull down their underwear and pants and pull them back up when done. This includes clothing with belts, buttons, zippers etc., if worn to school Can independently clean their bottoms after using the toilet Get on and off the toilet by themselves Wash and dry their hands by themselves Disposable training pants (i.e. Pull-ups) are not permitted per AZDHS Licensing Building Blocks will provide a full healthy breakfast for those families choosing the extended day option. Family style snacks will be provided to all students. Building Blocks’ students will be eating in the school cafeteria. Although lunch will not be provided, the student will be enrolled in the school lunch program so they may purchase a hot lunch. All programs are licensed by Arizona Department of Health Services. Staff will participate in a minimum of 18 hours of professional development each school year. The Building Blocks Program is a Monthly Tuition Program. The cost is based on the days selected for the entire school year, then broken down into 10 equal monthly payments. Three Schedules are available for parents to select during the registration process - Full Time Monday - Friday, Part Time 3 Days per week - Monday, Wednesday & Friday or Part Time 2 Days per week - Tuesday & Thursday. Parents must commit to a schedule and maintain it throughout the entire school year. Building Blocks Curriculum We believe academics and social development are intertwined, and that curriculum is a living, growing aspect of preschool. We have a commitment to each school’s design and firmly believe that this commitment is crucial to our students’ success. We begin by understanding that every student is different. We focus on using each student’s strengths to build upon those areas that need developing. Learning is applied through academics and exploratory play. These activities can be child-directed or teacher directed. With a fluid schedule, teachers are then able to assess transitions and begin to build a foundation tailored to each individual student. AZ Early Learning Standards is the framework to our curriculum, and it is annually accessed to ensure best practices. The Building Blocks’ module is influenced by kindergarten standards and is collaborative with kindergarten teachers. Fundations and sight words are introduced through 4 small-sided learning centers and 3 large group centers based on weekly themes with built-in “Brain Breaks” between learning centers. “Brain Breaks” are equally important both inside and outside of the classroom with opportunities for PE, Library, Music, Art, etc. Building Blocks passionately encourages school involvement through fun runs, assemblies, school pictures, spirit weeks, and other fun site-specific activities. Dates Building Blocks 4's is closed Holiday/Closure ‘23-‘24 School Year ‘24-‘25 School Year Labor Day September 4, 2023 September 2, 2024 Fall Break October 2-13, 2023 Sept. 30-Oct. 11, 2024 Veteran's Day November 10, 2023 November 11, 2024 Thanksgiving Holidays November 22-24, 2023 November 27-29, 2024 Winter Break December 20-29, 2023 & January 1-2, 2024 December 23-31, 2024 & January 1-3, 2025 Martin Luther King Day January 15, 2024 January 20, 2025 President's Day February 19, 2024 February 17, 2025 Spring Break March 11-22, 2024 March 10-21, 2025 Spring Holiday March 29, 2024 April 18, 2025 Last Day of School May 22, 2024 May 21, 2025 Monthly Tuition & Fees: $50.00 Registration Fee School Day (8:00am–3:15pm) M-F: $750.00/month M,W,F: $540.00/month T, TH: $430.00/month Extended Day (6:30am–6:00pm) M-F: $920.00/month M,W,F: $645.00/month T-TH: $510.00/month GPS Employee Rates - please call the preschool office - employment verification required 2023-2024 School Year - Registration fee and a security deposit of $100 from November 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023 will be due at time of registration. The remaining balance for the first scheduled tuition is due by July 24, 2023. Registrations received on July 1, 2023 and after are required to pay the registration fee and the first scheduled tuition payment at the time of registration. The registration fee, security deposit and 1st month tuition paid during registration are NON-REFUNDABLE, no exceptions. The security deposit will be applied to the first scheduled tuition payment. Preschool Parent Handbook 2023-2024 School Year 2024-2025 School Year** - Registration fee and a security deposit of $100 from November 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 will be due at time of registration. The remaining balance for the first scheduled tuition is due by July 22, 2024. Registrations received on July 1, 2024 and after are required to pay the registration fee and the first scheduled tuition payment at the time of registration. The registration fee, security deposit and 1st month tuition paid during registration are NON-REFUNDABLE, no exceptions. The security deposit will be applied to the first scheduled tuition payment. **Both the Eleyo and Infinite Campus registrations must be completed by July 16, 2024 in order to ensure the ability to start on the first day of school. Registration must also be finalized on the campus prior to the child’s start date. Preschool Parent Handbook 2024-2025 School Year
  • JUNIOR HIGH PREP CLASSES - COMBO HONORS 7TH GRADE & MATH 8 PREP

    Please select the grade level your child will be entering for the 24-25 School Year: For incoming 7th grade students who will be taking HONORS Math 7 in July. Has your student recently qualified for Honors Math in 7th Grade? Are you concerned about them moving from 6th grade math to skills with 8th grade math (Honors 7th grade math)? This class will focus on essential 8th grade math skills in a fun and engaging atmosphere. For incoming 8th grade students who will be taking Math 8 in July. Did your student struggle in 7th grade math? Are you concerned about their success next year in math? This course is designed for students below grade level in math and will prepare your student to be successful in their 8th grade math class.
  • JUNIOR HIGH PREP CLASSES - HONORS MATH 7 PREP

    Please select the grade level your child will be entering for the 24-25 School Year. Available for incoming 7th grade students who will be taking HONORS Math 7 in July. Has your student recently qualified for Honors Math in 7th Grade? Are you concerned about them moving from 6th grade math to skills with 8th grade math (Honors 7th grade math)? This class will focus on essential 7th grade math skills in a fun and engaging atmosphere.
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  • JUNIOR HIGH PREP CLASSES - HONORS MATH 8/9 ALGEBRA PREP

    Please select the grade level your child will be entering for the 24-25 School Year. Available for incoming 8th & 9th grade students who will be taking Honors Math 8 Algebra or Algebra 1 in July. This class is designed to help students transition to high school Math. Has your student recently qualified for Honors Math in 8th Grade? Are you concerned about them moving from 7th grade to 9th grade math? This course will prepare your student for Honors Math for 8th grade and 9th grade Algebra. This class will focus on essential 8th/9th grade math skills in a fun and engaging atmosphere.
  • JUNIOR HIGH PREP CLASSES - MATH 7 PREP

    Please select the grade level your child will be entering for the 24-25 School Year. Available for incoming 7th grade students who will be taking Math 7 in July. Did your student struggle in 6th grade math? This course is designed for students that are below grade level in math and prepare your student to be successful in their 7th grade math class. This class will emphasize essential 6th grade math skills and introduce students to some 7th grade concepts as well, all in a fun and engaging manner. Was your student successful in 6th grade math and you would like them to be introduced to 7th grade math content? Please register your student for the Honors Math 7 course since it will be covering 7th grade content exclusively.
  • K-Prep Gifted Testing

    Registration will open on April 8th and close on June 30th for the 2024-2025 School Year. Testing to determine eligibility for the Gifted K-Prep cluster programming at Gilbert Public Schools for 4-year-olds is offered by appointment only. One-on-one testing is scheduled through the Preschool Office. A non-refundable fee of $175 is required for testing. Once registered for gifted testing, a member of the Preschool Gifted Testing Team will reach out to you. Testing takes approximately one to two hours. A parent or guardian is required to stay on the premises during testing. Testing provided is determined by the age of the child. For questions regarding the testing, please call Nancy Parker at 480-545-2159. For registration questions, please call the Community Education Business Office at 480-892-9089 x0.
  • K-Prep Gifted Testing

    This testing is required to determine eligibility for the Gifted K-Prep cluster programming for Gilbert Public Schools for 4 year-olds, which is offered by appointment only. One-on-one testing is scheduled through the Preschool Office. Testing takes approximately one to two hours. A parent or guardian is required to stay on the premises during testing. Testing provided is determined by the age of the child. Registration for a Gifted K-Prep cluster program does not automatically qualify a student for school year gifted services.
  • Kindergarten Early Entrance Screening

    Registration opens on March 25th and will close on June 6th for the 2024-2025 School Year. Dates of Screenings are June 11th, June 12th, and June 13th. For admission to kindergarten, a child must be five years of age prior to September 1 of the current school year. A child who turns five between September 1 and December 31 of the current school year will be assessed to determine readiness in order to qualify for early entrance into kindergarten. Kindergarten screenings will be held in June ONLY. Screenings for early entrance will not take place after these sessions. Registrations for screening must be completed online; a non-refundable $90 assessment fee will be collected at that time. Once registration is completed, confirmation will be sent via email indicating the date, appointment time, and location for the child’s screening. Results will be given after the completion of the screening. Early entrance screenings measure a child’s social and academic ability, predicting their success in kindergarten. The social screening takes place in a group setting, while the academic readiness assessment is individually administered in a computer lab with support and guidance from a certified teacher. The social screening and the academic readiness assessment will be analyzed, and a decision will be made regarding the child’s readiness. This decision regarding initial placement is final with no appeal process, and children will not be rescreened. If within the first 30 school days, there is a concern regarding whether an early placement is appropriate for your child, a campus team may be convened to reconsider this decision.
  • Kindergarten Early Entrance Screening

    Kindergarten screening measures a child’s social and academic ability predicting their success in kindergarten. Students who don’t pass the Early Entrance Screening will not be eligible to enroll in kindergarten or be rescreened for the current school year and must wait until the following school year to register. The location for the summer screening is Gilbert Elementary, 175 W. Elliot Road, Gilbert AZ 85233.
  • LANGUAGE ARTS - CREATIVE WRITING

    Please select the grade level your child will be entering for the 24-25 School Year. Does your child love to creatively write? Kids will be encouraged to use their imagination to write an imaginative story. Students' writing skills will be fine tuned through various hands-on lessons. Art will also be tied into this course as students publish their stories. Students will be able to utilize creative penmanship as they write. Grades 3 and up can also learn and practice cursive skills. (W.4)
  • LANGUAGE ARTS - FUNDATIONS!

    Please select the grade level your child will be entering for the 24-25 School Year. Phonics and phonemic awareness are essential skills in developing an effective reader. FUNdations, is a research proven program that gives students a large “toolbox” to utilize when decoding and comprehending unknown words and phrases. This year’s course will use games, peer collaboration activities, and videos/songs to keep the class motivated and fun for the summer. (RF.3)
  • LANGUAGE ARTS - KINDERGARTEN JUMPSTART - READING & WRITING SKILLS

    Please select the grade level your child will be entering for the 24-25 School Year. Give your kindergartner a head start on the reading and writing skills that they will need for a great year!
  • LANGUAGE ARTS - READING ADVENTURES

    Please select the grade level your child will be entering for the 24-25 School Year. These courses are specifically designed for students that are below grade level in reading. These intervention based courses will build foundational reading skills using engaging and hands-on methods. (RL.2, RL.5, RI.2, RI.6)
  • LANGUAGE ARTS - SUPER READERS!

    Please select the grade level your child will be entering for the 24-25 School Year. These courses are specifically designed for students that are at or above their expected grade levels in reading. These enrichment based courses will challenge students to creatively think while reading engaging text. (RL.2, RL.5, RI.2, RI.6)