The annual Junior High Art Show will showcase artwork from seventh and eighth grade students on April 23, according to an announcement made by Gilbert Public Schools on Mar. 30. The event is scheduled for 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM in the Global Academy Cafeteria at 55 N. Greenfield Rd., where visitors are invited to view and support young artists from several local junior high schools.
The art show includes pieces from students attending Gilbert Classical Academy, South Valley Junior High, Highland Junior High, Desert Ridge Junior High, Greenfield Junior High, and Mesquite Junior High. The event provides an opportunity for the community to recognize the creative efforts of its youth.
According to the official website, Gilbert Public Schools promotes student growth through supportive communities that foster skills for community contributions. The district maintains campuses in both the Town of Gilbert and the City of Mesa according to its official website.
Gilbert Public Schools operates a total of 39 schools serving over 32,000 students and their families according to the official website. The district has earned designations as an A-rated district with eighteen schools recognized as schools of excellence and two national blue ribbon awards according to its official website.
Dr. Shane McCord has led Gilbert Public Schools as superintendent according to the official website. The district aims to inspire excellence in children from preschool through twelfth grade within a supportive learning environment as stated on its official site.
