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Happy Spring Break to our students and families! A reminder that schools will be closed for the next two weeks. We look forward to seeing you Monday, March 23rd!
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Kindergarten students at Ashland Ranch Elementary are learning, exploring, and having fun through hands-on lessons, movement, and discovery. From studying plant growth to making music together, students are building confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning in a caring school community.
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Learn about 2026-2027 Ashland Ranch Kindergarten Classrooms!
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The Elementary Art Show will be held from April 13-15, 2026 at Norwood Furniture (216 N. Gilbert Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85234).
Student artwork will be on display from all of our GPS elementary schools.
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The Elementary Art Show will be held from April 13-15, 2026 at Norwood Furniture (216 N. Gilbert Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85234).
Student artwork will be on display from all of our GPS elementary schools.
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Gilbert Public Schools 4th graders, Arizona Project WET, and the Town of Gilbert came together for the 15th annual Water Festival this February! During the two-day festival, students are taught how to think like scientists through hands-on activities with a focus on how to conserve water and why it’s so important in the desert.