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Islands is A-Rated by the Arizona Department of Education and is an A+ School by Arizona Education Foundation.
![Islands Elementary Students holding a school banner in a parade]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719265015/gilbertschoolsnet/pjjt2wufcriv2uutkxoz/2223_IslandsElementary_Campus_Students-100copy.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719265015/gilbertschoolsnet/pjjt2wufcriv2uutkxoz/2223_IslandsElementary_Campus_Students-100copy.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1719265015/gilbertschoolsnet/pjjt2wufcriv2uutkxoz/2223_IslandsElementary_Campus_Students-100copy.jpg","width":799}])
Take a look inside Islands Elementary and learn about our Dolphin Family and kindergarten options.
![Islands Elementary Male student smiling in class]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719264469/gilbertschoolsnet/eegrlpncneumqq6wrxhu/2324_Islands_Students_Campus-36copy.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719264469/gilbertschoolsnet/eegrlpncneumqq6wrxhu/2324_Islands_Students_Campus-36copy.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1719264469/gilbertschoolsnet/eegrlpncneumqq6wrxhu/2324_Islands_Students_Campus-36copy.jpg","width":800}])
Islands offers Advantage Preschool for 3-5-year-olds located on our campus.
![Islands Elementary female student sitting at a desk with a book smiling at the camera]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719265152/gilbertschoolsnet/bzfvhfbibwsacnjoq1i9/2223_IslandsElementary_Campus_Students-070copy.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719265152/gilbertschoolsnet/bzfvhfbibwsacnjoq1i9/2223_IslandsElementary_Campus_Students-070copy.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1719265152/gilbertschoolsnet/bzfvhfbibwsacnjoq1i9/2223_IslandsElementary_Campus_Students-070copy.jpg","width":800}])
We offer Oceanography, STEM Club, Student Council, Gardening Club, Dolphin Buddies, and Battle of the Books.
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![Islands Elementary students playing with basketballs in the gym]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719264752/gilbertschoolsnet/dqjqog58wnvtk0l539c8/2223_IslandsElementary_Campus_Students-142copy.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719264752/gilbertschoolsnet/dqjqog58wnvtk0l539c8/2223_IslandsElementary_Campus_Students-142copy.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1719264752/gilbertschoolsnet/dqjqog58wnvtk0l539c8/2223_IslandsElementary_Campus_Students-142copy.jpg","width":800}])
VIK means Very Important Kids. We offer Before and After School Programs available to GPS families.
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![Welcome Back to School graphic with colorful school supplies on a bright blue background]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1751404733/gilbertschoolsnet/tuvmbjg94dlclmorgzjn/WelcomeBack.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1751404733/gilbertschoolsnet/tuvmbjg94dlclmorgzjn/WelcomeBack.png","width":512}])
Welcome Back GPS Family!
Read More for information about Annual Updates, Bell Schedules, and more.
![Orchestra members play as the Gilbert Community Excellence Awards begin]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1752764725/gilbertschoolsnet/ranbgceaweyjgprpkudy/CommExcellenceAwards.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1752764725/gilbertschoolsnet/ranbgceaweyjgprpkudy/CommExcellenceAwards.png","width":512}])
Nominations for this year's 29th Gilbert Chamber of Commerce Excellence Awards are open until August 28th. Submit your nominations now to celebrate the contributions of GPS educators, support staff, and volunteers.
![Photo of new principals; Mike Davis, Jenn Laserna, Eric Cruz, Adam Strock, and Kristin Fleming]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1752703486/gilbertschoolsnet/bdjs5eucii4ibj33gdzq/NewPrincipals25-26.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1752703486/gilbertschoolsnet/bdjs5eucii4ibj33gdzq/NewPrincipals25-26.png","width":512}])
The Gilbert Public Schools family is excited to announce the appointment of five principals who will lead various campuses in the upcoming 2025-2026 school year. These dedicated educators bring a wealth of experience and a passion for continued student success and growth.
![Neely Traditional Academy Battle of the Books team posing with the GPS Board in May 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1748382125/gilbertschoolsnet/xmoogcxuxbwe8fk8ag9c/BattleofBooksSupRecSquare.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1748382125/gilbertschoolsnet/xmoogcxuxbwe8fk8ag9c/BattleofBooksSupRecSquare.png","width":512}])
Congratulations to our top 3 elementary Battle of the Books teams from Greenfield Elementary, Neely Traditional Academy, and Islands Elementary for being honored with a Superintendent Recognition at the May 2025 GPS Board meeting.
![2025 Best Communities for Music Education. We did it! Gilbert Public Schools. Graphic]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747846290/gilbertschoolsnet/dbdirsoevwxytxohjzrj/BCME2025News.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747846290/gilbertschoolsnet/dbdirsoevwxytxohjzrj/BCME2025News.png","width":512}])
Gilbert Public Schools was awarded the 2025 Best Communities for Music Education in the nation by the NAMM Foundation for the 6th consecutive year, recognizing and celebrating the outstanding efforts by teachers, administrators, parents, students, and community leaders who have made music education a part of a well-rounded education.
![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.
![Sam Valles with two new teachers at Islands Elementary]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746481990/gilbertschoolsnet/v5tkfnefkx7pglhbrdsk/SamValles.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746481990/gilbertschoolsnet/v5tkfnefkx7pglhbrdsk/SamValles.png","width":512}])
Following the 2024-25 school year, Islands Elementary principal Sam Valles is retiring after 29 years of being a part of the GPS Family. As we honor Principal Valles's lasting contributions, we also look ahead and introduce the next principal of Islands Elementary, who aims to keep the school’s strong culture and traditions alive.
![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.