Newsletter

Dear Parents, Guardians, & Community Members,

Thank you for being a part of GPS Parent University. We've got some amazing things planned for you in the 2nd quarter!

• Growing Together: A Family Garden & Resource Fair Thursday 10/16 4-6pm
• College & Career Fair Monday 10/20 6-8pm
• Bullying Prevention Family Workshop Thursday 10/23 5-7pm
• Raising Emotionally Intelligent Children Tuesday 10/28 5-7pm

These are all in person on GPS campuses. For location details, workshop descriptions, and registration, see the clickable flyers below.

With Gratitude,

GPS Parent University

We're deeply grateful to Shoppers Supply for generously donating essential items for our Family Garden Day, including garden soil, tomato cages, seed packets, and gardening gloves. As a multi-generational, family-owned company founded in 1966 and now rooted here in the Valley, they bring honesty, knowledge, and hometown commitment to everything they do.

Shoppers Supply embodies their slogan—“You Live It. We Supply It.” Whether you're growing, feeding, building, or just getting your hands dirty, they’re there to support your lifestyle with friendly service and trusted supplies. Thank you, Shoppers Supply, for sowing seeds of community care and growth!

Join us on Monday October 10th 6-8pm at Gilbert High School for the College & Career Fair! Registration not required. Open to all high school students and their families.

• Over 130 College & Industry Partners Attending
• Discover academic programs and career pathways
• Learn about scholarships, financial aid, and application tips
• Ask questions and get expert advice on your next steps

Join us Thursday October 23rd 5-7pm at Burk Elementary to learn about how we can work together to stop bullying! This is an interactive workshop for elementary aged children and their parents where you will learn how to recognize bullying and what to do when it is happening, both online and in person. Registration is required. Click photo to sign up.

Social emotional development in children is crucial to a child’s ability to survive and thrive. Together, we explore the foundation of emotional health and literacy as well as strategies to support social and emotional development from early childhood through teen years. In person workshop at Finley Farms Elementary on Tuesday 10/28 5-7pm. Registration required. Click the flyer to register.

Join GPS Preschool & Parent University for an engaging and supportive evening designed to help you lay a strong foundation for literacy and math skills!

This interactive session will focus on academic readiness and pre-foundational skills to help your 3–5-year-old thrive in school.

In addition to academic readiness, the evening will include:

• Library resources for young children
• Library cards created on site
• AZCEND - Raise a Reader

Childcare will be provided, and space is limited to ensure a personalized experience.

Topic: Academic Readiness
Where: Community Education 6839 E. Guadalupe Rd Mesa, AZ 85212
When: November 5th, 2025 5:30-7pm

Who: Parents/Guardians of preschool aged children

Event limited to 35 families to ensure a comfortable experience for all.