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Spectrum is proud to be A-Rated by the Arizona Department of Education!
![Spectrum Elementary School student intently reading a book on the floor of a classroom]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762190592/gilbertschoolsnet/ld7xukwrleyaxthozblo/Spectrum-Kindergarten.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762190592/gilbertschoolsnet/ld7xukwrleyaxthozblo/Spectrum-Kindergarten.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1762190592/gilbertschoolsnet/ld7xukwrleyaxthozblo/Spectrum-Kindergarten.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762190592/gilbertschoolsnet/ld7xukwrleyaxthozblo/Spectrum-Kindergarten.png","width":1200}])
Take a look inside Spectrum Elementary and learn about our All Stars and kindergarten options.
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Spectrum offers both conventional and Traditional classrooms from Kindergarten - 6th Grade. Traditional classroom desks all face the front of the room, and the curriculum is delivered primarily through whole-group instruction led by qualified teachers.
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Spectrum offers three different GPS preschool programs located on our campus. Spectrum has Advantage Preschool, Building Blocks Preschool, and Kindergarten Prep.
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![Spectrum Elementary Students in a classroom]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719333239/gilbertschoolsnet/bvekcd5hvpvrihldd13c/2122_SpectrumElementary_campus_Students-56copy.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719333239/gilbertschoolsnet/bvekcd5hvpvrihldd13c/2122_SpectrumElementary_campus_Students-56copy.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1719333239/gilbertschoolsnet/bvekcd5hvpvrihldd13c/2122_SpectrumElementary_campus_Students-56copy.jpg","width":800}])
Take a look inside Spectrum Elementary and learn about our All-Star Family. We offer both conventional classrooms utilizing the district curriculum and Traditional classrooms K-6 so you can find the right fit for your child and family.
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![Two Spectrum Elementary students running in the gym]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719334430/gilbertschoolsnet/d4h0ijtpy3i24vnqsbtg/2122_SpectrumElementary_campus_Students-18copy.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719334430/gilbertschoolsnet/d4h0ijtpy3i24vnqsbtg/2122_SpectrumElementary_campus_Students-18copy.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1719334430/gilbertschoolsnet/d4h0ijtpy3i24vnqsbtg/2122_SpectrumElementary_campus_Students-18copy.jpg","width":800}])
We offer Running Club, STEM Club, Color Guard, Chess Club, School Plays, and Intramurals.
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![Male Spectrum Elementary Kindergartner holding a pipe cleaner flower art project]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1760459126/gilbertschoolsnet/ir06ivnh84ij1szhdomo/2223_Spectrum_Kindergarten-58copy.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1760459126/gilbertschoolsnet/ir06ivnh84ij1szhdomo/2223_Spectrum_Kindergarten-58copy.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1760459126/gilbertschoolsnet/ir06ivnh84ij1szhdomo/2223_Spectrum_Kindergarten-58copy.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1760459126/gilbertschoolsnet/ir06ivnh84ij1szhdomo/2223_Spectrum_Kindergarten-58copy.png","width":1200}])
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.
All Stars Announcements
![Classes Resume October 19, 2026 - Early Release Wednesday, October 21, 2026]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1782928163/gilbertschoolsnet/jkffzupiuo91bzifhvvj/ClassesResumeFallBreak.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1782928163/gilbertschoolsnet/jkffzupiuo91bzifhvvj/ClassesResumeFallBreak.png","width":512}])
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about Spectrum Elementary 2026 Bond Information (opens in new window/tab)
![The image depicts three silhouettes of children in different colors against a blue background, with the text "Traditional Kindergarten" below.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764887071/gilbertschoolsnet/qyndx8hzc0ylt0olsobo/spectrum-kindergarten.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764887071/gilbertschoolsnet/qyndx8hzc0ylt0olsobo/spectrum-kindergarten.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764887071/gilbertschoolsnet/qyndx8hzc0ylt0olsobo/spectrum-kindergarten.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764887071/gilbertschoolsnet/qyndx8hzc0ylt0olsobo/spectrum-kindergarten.png","width":1024}])
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about Away for the Day - Student Cell Phone Use
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![The image displays the text "VIK CLUB" in large white letters against a deep blue background, along with the text "BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM" below.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1767623871/gilbertschoolsnet/rr7ecr4fw8dpegqjrhfl/VIK-Spectrum.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1767623871/gilbertschoolsnet/rr7ecr4fw8dpegqjrhfl/VIK-Spectrum.png","width":512}])
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Spectrum News & Events
All Stars News
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Spectrum Elementary has enhanced its campus environment by prioritizing meaningful community relationships alongside academic achievement. Driven by teachers in the school’s Sunshine Committee and school leadership, Spectrum Elementary has taken intentional steps to turn its campus into “The Greatest School”, a theme based on the film The Greatest Showman.
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about 3rd Annual District Fair Connects Students with College, Trades, and Local Careers
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about GPS Community and Families Unite for 9/11 Day of Service
![Gilbert Public Schools Job Fair - the first step to a great career!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1789418648/gilbertschoolsnet/rxx35uvbifmzuragunjl/OctJobFair.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1789418648/gilbertschoolsnet/rxx35uvbifmzuragunjl/OctJobFair.png","width":512}])
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about The First Step to a Great Career! GPS Job Fair
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about GPS Celebrates Grandparents with Special Events Across Gilbert and Mesa
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about Has Your Student Signed Up for a Club or Extracurriculars this Year?
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about Governing Board Brief - August 25, 2026