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Take a look inside Desert Ridge High and learn about our Jag Family.
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![Jagwires Robotics Club robot]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1718895640/gilbertschoolsnet/wvxcn7t8hvqv9sqls9ij/2324_DesertRidgeHigh_RoboticsStateChampionships-27copy.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1718895640/gilbertschoolsnet/wvxcn7t8hvqv9sqls9ij/2324_DesertRidgeHigh_RoboticsStateChampionships-27copy.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1718895640/gilbertschoolsnet/wvxcn7t8hvqv9sqls9ij/2324_DesertRidgeHigh_RoboticsStateChampionships-27copy.jpg","width":800}])
Our Desert Ridge High Robotics Club are current State Champions and one of many clubs and activities offered at The Ridge where students can find a place and explore shared interests, develop friendships, and learn new skills.
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![Male DRHS student at a desk]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1718894891/gilbertschoolsnet/zipimbnkwczle8jcugii/2324_DesertRidgeHighSchool_Admin_Students-10copy2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1718894891/gilbertschoolsnet/zipimbnkwczle8jcugii/2324_DesertRidgeHighSchool_Admin_Students-10copy2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1718894891/gilbertschoolsnet/zipimbnkwczle8jcugii/2324_DesertRidgeHighSchool_Admin_Students-10copy2.jpg","width":800}])
Our AP Programs give DRHS students the opportunity to challenge themselves while preparing to apply to top universities. We also offer the prestigious AP Capstone Diploma Program, which helps our students compete for admissions to the nation's top universities.
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Desert Ridge High hosts TOYBOX preschool, a Career & Technical Education Early Childhood Education Preschool Program.
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Spring Holiday
Schools and district offices closed Friday, April 18th.
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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.
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The School of Innovation and Design hosted by Desert Ridge Junior and Desert Ridge High takes 6th-12th grade students on a journey to build the skills and access the education they need to unlock career opportunities in the job market of their future. Students are immersed in STEM, engineering, computer science, multi-media, robotics, and beyond, with an advanced academic track as well as conventional grade-level options to meet the needs of all learners.
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Visit our 2025 Graduation page for ceremony dates and key graduation information.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Gilbert Public Schools' summer programs offer something for everyone, from young children to high schoolers. From summer camps to in-person or online summer school, students can participate in academic enrichment, get ahead on credits, or enjoy exciting camp experiences, all designed to promote learning and growth in a supportive environment.
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