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![Group of three Finley Farms Elementary School boys in a black, gray and white shirts arms around each other outside]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730164772/gilbertschoolsnet/pj74t0zteeapzvyedoli/FinleyFarms.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1730164772/gilbertschoolsnet/pj74t0zteeapzvyedoli/FinleyFarms.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730164772/gilbertschoolsnet/pj74t0zteeapzvyedoli/FinleyFarms.png","width":800}])
Finley Farms is proud to be a 2023-2024 A-Rated School by the Arizona Department of Education. Take a look inside Finley Farms Elementary and learn about our Falcon Family and kindergarten options.
![Female Finley Farms Elementary Preschool student]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719255335/gilbertschoolsnet/kwwyte4u8yocdojr3hhz/2324_FinleyFarmsElementary_Students_Campus-02copy.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719255335/gilbertschoolsnet/kwwyte4u8yocdojr3hhz/2324_FinleyFarmsElementary_Students_Campus-02copy.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1719255335/gilbertschoolsnet/kwwyte4u8yocdojr3hhz/2324_FinleyFarmsElementary_Students_Campus-02copy.jpg","width":800}])
Finley Farms offers three GPS preschool programs located on our campus. Finley Farms has Advantage Preschool, Building Blocks 3 Preschool, and Building Blocks 4 Preschool.
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Finley Farms offers Accelerated classrooms from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. All subjects are taught at an accelerated pace with skills and concepts and a variety of approved materials that enrich the learning experience. Accelerated is designed to provide a challenging and supportive learning environment for students with strong academic abilities and motivation to learn.
![Female Finley Farms Elementary student reading a book in a classroom]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719254787/gilbertschoolsnet/uo3rnc6zomuxl0sew6cf/2324_FinleyFarmsElementary_Students-094copy.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719254787/gilbertschoolsnet/uo3rnc6zomuxl0sew6cf/2324_FinleyFarmsElementary_Students-094copy.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1719254787/gilbertschoolsnet/uo3rnc6zomuxl0sew6cf/2324_FinleyFarmsElementary_Students-094copy.jpg","width":800}])
Take a look inside Finley Farms Elementary and learn about our Falcon Family. We offer both conventional classrooms utilizing the district curriculum and accelerated classrooms K-6 where students can work at an accelerated pace with additional enrichment so you can find the right fit for your child and family.
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Means Very Important Kids. We offer Before and After School Programs available to GPS families.
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![GPS employee of the year event]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747175911/gilbertschoolsnet/xngoipjwg1n0usz8kqin/EmployeeoftheYear.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747175911/gilbertschoolsnet/xngoipjwg1n0usz8kqin/EmployeeoftheYear.png","width":512}])
Gilbert Public Schools honored employees across its 39 schools and departments to show appreciation for the positive difference GPS staff make every day for our students, families, and each other.
![Battle of the Books first place winners - Greenfield Elementary]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745604624/gilbertschoolsnet/w54f60esobktoc92nalz/BattleoftheBooks.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745604624/gilbertschoolsnet/w54f60esobktoc92nalz/BattleoftheBooks.png","width":512}])
This Wednesday the 23rd, 5th and 6th graders from elementary schools across the district gathered at Mesquite Junior High to take part in the Gilbert Public Schools’ District Battle of the Books competition.
![Campo Verde High Senior hugging a former teacher]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745276058/gilbertschoolsnet/huj02qebrkoeupcfupfp/SeniorCelebrationsGoldSquare.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1745276058/gilbertschoolsnet/huj02qebrkoeupcfupfp/SeniorCelebrationsGoldSquare.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1745276058/gilbertschoolsnet/huj02qebrkoeupcfupfp/SeniorCelebrationsGoldSquare.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745276058/gilbertschoolsnet/huj02qebrkoeupcfupfp/SeniorCelebrationsGoldSquare.jpg","width":1080}])
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.
![Keeping Up With the Classroom Part 3]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1744219464/gilbertschoolsnet/qyqfzotcvjb2zcsxg3t5/KeepingupwiththeClassroompt3square.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1744219464/gilbertschoolsnet/qyqfzotcvjb2zcsxg3t5/KeepingupwiththeClassroompt3square.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1744219464/gilbertschoolsnet/qyqfzotcvjb2zcsxg3t5/KeepingupwiththeClassroompt3square.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1744219464/gilbertschoolsnet/qyqfzotcvjb2zcsxg3t5/KeepingupwiththeClassroompt3square.jpg","width":1080}])
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.
![Building Blocks students at Meridian Elemenatary]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1743027583/gilbertschoolsnet/qghdcxd9zrdl4htbuiic/PavethePathGoldSquare.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1743027583/gilbertschoolsnet/qghdcxd9zrdl4htbuiic/PavethePathGoldSquare.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1743027583/gilbertschoolsnet/qghdcxd9zrdl4htbuiic/PavethePathGoldSquare.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1743027583/gilbertschoolsnet/qghdcxd9zrdl4htbuiic/PavethePathGoldSquare.png","width":1080}])
The journey into kindergarten marks a significant milestone in a child's life, and GPS understands the importance of preparing our preschoolers for this transition. Similar to the district's LevelUp and Next Level events, Pave the Path offers preschoolers an opportunity to become familiar with a kindergarten environment, helping to set students up for success in the next step of their educational journey.
![Abstract student artwork]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742831994/gilbertschoolsnet/a6bypxzcsn3u7gicok6y/JrHArtShow.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1742831994/gilbertschoolsnet/a6bypxzcsn3u7gicok6y/JrHArtShow.png","width":512}])
The Junior High School Art Show will be held at Gilbert Global Academy's Cafeteria (55 N Greenfield Rd. Gilbert, AZ 85234).
Join us to celebrate the artistic achievements of our talented GPS junior high school students. from 5-7pm April 24th.
![Sara Duce of Greenfield Junior High poses for a photo with the GPS School Board members.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742936239/gilbertschoolsnet/bj9hlzoyvphnlvaga2py/SaraDuceNews.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1742936239/gilbertschoolsnet/bj9hlzoyvphnlvaga2py/SaraDuceNews.png","width":512}])
Greenfield Junior High's Sara Duce has been honored with the prestigious O.M. Harsell Excellence in Teaching Music Award, a recognition that celebrates exceptional ability in music education. Duce’s unwavering dedication and positive impact on her students and colleagues earned her this distinction, placing her among Arizona's most esteemed music teachers.
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The High School Art Show will be held at Gilbert Global Academy's Cafeteria (55 N Greenfield Rd. Gilbert, AZ 85234).
Join us to celebrate the artistic achievements of our talented GPS high school students. from 5-7pm April 10th.