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Gilbert Elementary School

Home of the Gators

A caring school community where every student is encouraged to learn, grow, lead, and succeed.

Doors Open 7:00 a.m.
Tardy Bell 7:30 a.m.
Dismissal 2:30 p.m.
School Office 706-638-2432

2026–2027 School Supply Lists

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Gilbert Elementary 2026–2027 school supply lists

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Discover the Gilbert Difference

Gilbert students grow through strong academics, hands-on learning, creative opportunities, healthy movement, caring relationships, and meaningful leadership experiences.

Early Learning

Forest Kindergarten

Young learners explore, create, and build confidence through hands-on outdoor experiences that encourage curiosity, problem-solving, and a love of nature.

Hands-On Discovery

Agricultural Education

Students connect classroom learning to the real world through agriculture, gardening, environmental learning, responsibility, and practical hands-on experiences.

Strong Foundations

Academic Excellence

Focused instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies helps every student build skills, confidence, and a strong foundation for future success.

Create & Move

Art & Physical Education

Students express creativity, stay active, develop healthy habits, and discover new strengths through engaging art and physical education experiences.

Every Child Matters

Caring Teachers

Gilbert educators build strong relationships and create supportive classrooms where every child feels known, valued, encouraged, and ready to learn.

Student Voice

Student Council

Student Council gives students opportunities to develop leadership, teamwork, responsibility, service, and school pride while making a positive difference at Gilbert.

Welcome to the Gator Family

Gilbert Elementary is a welcoming school community where students are supported, challenged, and encouraged to reach their full potential.

Our teachers, staff, families, and community partners work together to create meaningful learning opportunities in a safe, positive, and caring environment.

We believe every child deserves to feel valued, supported, and excited about learning.

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Growing Great Gators

Gilbert Elementary is committed to helping every child become a confident learner and responsible leader.

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Learning

We create engaging learning experiences that challenge students and build strong academic foundations.

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Belonging

We build a welcoming school where every student feels safe, valued, respected, and included.

03

Leadership

We encourage students to make positive choices, accept responsibility, and lead by example.

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Community

We partner with families and the community to support the success of every Gilbert Gator.

Ms. Nicole Pitman, Gilbert Elementary Teacher of the Year
Gilbert Elementary Teacher of the Year

Celebrating Ms. Nicole Pitman

Join us in celebrating Gilbert Elementary’s Teacher of the Year, Ms. Nicole Pitman.

Ms. Pitman’s passion for teaching and love for her students shine through in everything she does. She is a dedicated problem solver, a true team player, and someone who consistently goes above and beyond.

She works to ensure every student feels included, supported, and successful. We are grateful for everything she brings to our Gator family.

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