05/13/2025
Throughout GUHSD, our teachers and counselors play a vital role in helping students achieve their goals, including earning scholarships for college. Congratulations to Washington seniors, who earned over $12.5 million in grants and scholarships!
Last week, we held our annual Honors and Award Ceremony where we got to celebrate the wonderful accomplishments of our seniors. This year's graduating class earned over $12.5 million in grants and scholarships! Congratulations class of 2025!
05/13/2025
High school is more than just classes - it is about the memories made along the way. Thunderbird seniors recently gathered for a special Senior Sunset, enjoying food, games, and a walk down memory lane as they watched the sun set on their final year. It was a meaningful way to celebrate friendships, milestones, and all the moments that make the high school experience unforgettable.
05/13/2025
Team sports play a vital role in the high school experience by building character, camaraderie, and school spirit. Sunnyslope's Boys Volleball Team had a historic season, finishing second in the 6A Central Region, earning their first-ever playoff appearance, and celebrating multiple All-Region honors. We are proud of their incredible accomplishments on and off the court!
05/13/2025
At GUHSD, we are committed to preparing students for college, career, and life, and it shows! Two Greenway students recently earned the highest scores on the statewide Career Technical Education (CTE) assessment in the Engineering and Computer Science program. Their success highlights the strength of our CTE programs and the bright futures ahead for our students.
These two Greenway students scored the highest on their CTE (Career Technical Education) State assessment given only to second year students in the Engineering and Computer Science program.
05/13/2025
A big congratulations to one of the incredible Cortez seniors who has been named a Dorrance Scholar! This prestigious scholarship, worth over $100,000, supports Arizona students with financial aid, academic guidance, and life-changing enrichment opportunities. Noelia earned this honor through a highly competitive process and will be attending The University of Arizona to pursue a career in medicine.
We are proud to announce that our senior scholar, Noelia Santos, has been selected as one of the newest Dorrance Scholars in Arizona. The Dorrance Scholarship is designed to promote college attendance among future generations of Arizona families. It provides financial assistance and academic support to recipients, as well as unique enrichment experiences like study abroad opportunities, innovation projects, and cultural enrichment activities.
The scholarship offers $12,000 per academic year for four years, totaling over $100,000 in value. Noelia successfully navigated three rigorous phases of the application and interview process and was awarded the Dorrance Scholarship this past month.
She plans to major in medicine, with aspirations of specializing in Pediatric Radiology. Noelia will be attending the University of Arizona next year.
05/13/2025
Apollo's Track and Field team continues to prove they can compete at the highest level! Several athletes advanced to the Division I AIA State Championship, with standout performances in multiple events - including top finishes and a new school record. These impressive results reflect the strength and determination of Apollo's athletic program. Congratulations to all of the competitors!
05/12/2025
Taking Advanced Placement (AP) exams offers several benefits, including earning college credit, demonstrating college readiness to admissions committees, and developing essential academic skills. AP exams can also boost a student's GPA and potentially save time and money in college. Good luck Sunnyslope students!
05/09/2025
Superintendent Capistran was honored with the 2025 Matt O. Hanhila Inspirational Educator of the Year Award, presented by the Glendale Rotary Club. The surprise announcement was made in front of the Rotarians, GUHSD principals, and cabinet members in recognition of his outstanding leadership and dedication to education.
Well deserved, Superintendent Capistran!
05/08/2025
As the school year wraps up, Online Learning Academy students celebrated their hard work and dedication with a cool treat! It was a sweet way to finish strong and being some extra smiles to campus.
Our students loved cooling off with a sweet treat from Kona Ice! It was the perfect way to celebrate their hard work and bring some extra smiles to campus. Thanks to everyone who made it possible!
05/08/2025
Congratulations to the 23 new members of the IHS Tri-M Honor Society! These outstanding students exemplify academics, character, leadership, and musicianship, highlighting the vital role fine and performing arts play in the high school experience.
Congratulation to the 23 new members of the IHS Tri-M Honor Society under the National Association for Music Education. New members have been carefully selected on the basis of academic scholarship, character, leadership, service, and musicianship. They are also required to complete a meaningful music project or performance. We are so proud of these musicians! Tonight is the Spring Choir Concert come out and see these amazing singers tonight
05/08/2025
What a wonderful evening celebrating our GUHSD retirees. Come back tomorrow to see more pictures.