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Highland Junior High School, 6915 E Guadalupe Rd, Mesa, AZ 85212, USA
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Val Vista Lakes Flyers
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![Meet the New Val Vista Lakes Teachers]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1757536550/gilbertschoolsnet/qug6usgdldggprippmod/ValVistaLakesVikingNewsThumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1757536550/gilbertschoolsnet/qug6usgdldggprippmod/ValVistaLakesVikingNewsThumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1757536550/gilbertschoolsnet/qug6usgdldggprippmod/ValVistaLakesVikingNewsThumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1757536550/gilbertschoolsnet/qug6usgdldggprippmod/ValVistaLakesVikingNewsThumbnail.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1757536550/gilbertschoolsnet/qug6usgdldggprippmod/ValVistaLakesVikingNewsThumbnail.png","width":1600}])
Please help us welcome these new, amazing teachers to the Val Vista Lakes Viking community!
![VVL Viking Fund]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1759955818/gilbertschoolsnet/rkhijlkipfuuymugil47/PurpleGeometricDonateTodayFundraisingGoalInstagramStory1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1759955818/gilbertschoolsnet/rkhijlkipfuuymugil47/PurpleGeometricDonateTodayFundraisingGoalInstagramStory1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1759955818/gilbertschoolsnet/rkhijlkipfuuymugil47/PurpleGeometricDonateTodayFundraisingGoalInstagramStory1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1759955818/gilbertschoolsnet/rkhijlkipfuuymugil47/PurpleGeometricDonateTodayFundraisingGoalInstagramStory1.jpg","width":1080}])
The Viking Fund is a one time donation that helps eliminate additional fundraisers "no door to door" like selling cookies, wrapping paper, candles, or collecting pledges for fun runs. Plus, we get to see 100% of the funds earned go directly to the school. Help us reach our fundraising goal, VVL has 390 families if every family donates $50 we could reach our goal of $19,500.
Last year’s donations funded enriching student experiences, classroom supplies, teacher training, and building improvements. Additionally, they contributed to a fantastic carnival experience, where students enjoyed a variety of rides and activities. Your support truly makes a difference!
![Away for the Day - Student Cell Phone Use]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1753476634/gilbertschoolsnet/i3u4i4mct7uxsyoagye1/AwayfortheDay.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1753476634/gilbertschoolsnet/i3u4i4mct7uxsyoagye1/AwayfortheDay.png","width":512}])
The new policy for the 2025/26 school year includes ‘Away for the Day’ for K-8 at our elementary and junior highs. This policy is in place to promote student learning and well-being by reducing distractions, improving focus, and enhancing overall student well-being during the school day.
District News
![Celebrating Excellence: The 2025 Community Excellence Award Winners]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762972097/gilbertschoolsnet/fwzvlbogm3kjxgqgdaq8/CommExcAwardWinnersGOLDSquare.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762972097/gilbertschoolsnet/fwzvlbogm3kjxgqgdaq8/CommExcAwardWinnersGOLDSquare.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1762972097/gilbertschoolsnet/fwzvlbogm3kjxgqgdaq8/CommExcAwardWinnersGOLDSquare.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762972097/gilbertschoolsnet/fwzvlbogm3kjxgqgdaq8/CommExcAwardWinnersGOLDSquare.png","width":1080}])
Meet the 2025 Community Excellence Award winners! From inspiring teachers and dedicated staff to incredible volunteers and student leaders, these GPS community members embody our district's values of service, dedication, and leadership, leaving a lasting impact on students, families, and schools across our district.
![Two GPS Teachers Earn Statewide Recognition from Arizona Art Education Association]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763419525/gilbertschoolsnet/ddtaefomkccsrbaxpzya/ArtTeachersNewsThumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1763419525/gilbertschoolsnet/ddtaefomkccsrbaxpzya/ArtTeachersNewsThumbnail.png","width":512}])
Two GPS elementary art teachers, Kecia Sweeney and Tina Rey, have been recognized in the state of Arizona for their exceptional contributions to arts educationgoing above and beyond in their service to our students and the field of art education.
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Principal's Corner
![Patrick Miller, Principal]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1715876839/gilbertschoolsnet/pdq255fzuct7avjlh0eo/2324_ValVistaLakesElementary_Principal_Headshot_PatrickMiller-08.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1715876839/gilbertschoolsnet/pdq255fzuct7avjlh0eo/2324_ValVistaLakesElementary_Principal_Headshot_PatrickMiller-08.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1715876839/gilbertschoolsnet/pdq255fzuct7avjlh0eo/2324_ValVistaLakesElementary_Principal_Headshot_PatrickMiller-08.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1715876839/gilbertschoolsnet/pdq255fzuct7avjlh0eo/2324_ValVistaLakesElementary_Principal_Headshot_PatrickMiller-08.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1715876839/gilbertschoolsnet/pdq255fzuct7avjlh0eo/2324_ValVistaLakesElementary_Principal_Headshot_PatrickMiller-08.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1715876839/gilbertschoolsnet/pdq255fzuct7avjlh0eo/2324_ValVistaLakesElementary_Principal_Headshot_PatrickMiller-08.jpg","width":2200}])
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