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Highland Park is proud to be A-Rated by the Arizona Department of Education and an A+ School of Excellence, Arizona Education Foundation
![Highland Park Elementary School girl raising her hand in the classroom]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762188065/gilbertschoolsnet/ux6b3uc62yi5norpzgqg/HighlandPark-Kindergarten.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762188065/gilbertschoolsnet/ux6b3uc62yi5norpzgqg/HighlandPark-Kindergarten.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1762188065/gilbertschoolsnet/ux6b3uc62yi5norpzgqg/HighlandPark-Kindergarten.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762188065/gilbertschoolsnet/ux6b3uc62yi5norpzgqg/HighlandPark-Kindergarten.png","width":1200}])
Take a look inside Highland Park Elementary and learn about our Hornet Family and kindergarten options.
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Highland Park 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.
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Take a look inside Highland Park Elementary and learn about our Hornet 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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Highland Park offers two different GPS preschool programs located on our campus. Highland Park has Advantage Preschool for children 3-5 years old and Kindergarten Prep for children 4-5 years old.
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We offer World Explorers Club, Running Club, Oratorical Club, Student Council, Spelling Bee, Buzzbee's Builders, and Musical for 5th & 6th graders.
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VIK means Very Important Kids. We offer AZCase-accredited and licensed by the Department of Health Services through the State of Arizona Before and After School Programs available to GPS families.
Hornets Announcements
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about Away for the Day - Student Cell Phone Use
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Hornets News & Events
Hornets News
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The Hornet family is excited to announce the appointment of Assistant Principal Angie Barnard in the upcoming 2026-2027 school year. Inspired by generations of educators in her own family, Angie is committed to creating a safe, positive, and welcoming environment with foundations in strong relationships, high expectations, and joyful learning experiences.
!["Hornet News" text overlay on an photo of Highland Park Elementary with the school logo.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1778554838/gilbertschoolsnet/whn2n6uoviumszgsycuy/KUWTCRECAPMOE.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1778554838/gilbertschoolsnet/whn2n6uoviumszgsycuy/KUWTCRECAPMOE.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1778554838/gilbertschoolsnet/whn2n6uoviumszgsycuy/KUWTCRECAPMOE.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1778554838/gilbertschoolsnet/whn2n6uoviumszgsycuy/KUWTCRECAPMOE.png","width":1080}])
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about Amanda Moe Fosters Joy and Literacy at Highland Park
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about Congratulations Class of 2026! (opens in new window/tab)
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about Highland Park Students Start Coding Mentorship Program to Promote STEM Learning
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about Western Spirit Museum Exhibit 2026
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about Mrs. Nichols Employee of the Year 25-26
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about 44 Extraordinary Individuals, One GPS Family: Honoring the Best of the Best
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about Save the Date! Elementary Art Show - April 13-15
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about 15th Annual 4th Grade Water Festival
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