Tucson Unified Gifted & Talented Education - GATE

✏️🌟 Welcome Back Students! 🌟✏️

A new school year means new ideas, new challenges, and new opportunities to learn, create, and grow!

The GATE Program is excited to begin another year of exploration, innovation, and meaningful learning experiences across Tucson Unified School District. We look forward to seeing students think big, ask questions, solve problems, and showcase their creativity throughout the year.

Let's make the 2026-2027 school year our best one yet!🤓

Join us for the AAGT Learning Lab: How to Help Your Gifted Child Succeed, Partnering With Your School and gain expert guidance from Dr. Rowe Van Meter.
📅 July 29, 2026
🕖 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Connect with other parents, learn proven strategies, and leave empowered to support your gifted learner's success.
📧 Reserve your spot now: [email protected]

📅 SAVE THE DATE!

The 2026 Regional Gifted Parent Teacher Institute is coming to Tucson on September 26, 2026 at the Westward Look Resort!

Join nationally recognized speakers Brian Housand and Alicia Schroeder-Schock for a day of learning, inspiration, and connection focused on supporting gifted learners.

✨ Registration opens in August!

Itinerant teachers taking a summer course on Edison Robots to bring hands-on STEM learning to gifted students. 🤖🤓

We proudly recognize Deanna Palacio for serving GATE students district‑wide by traveling to schools and proctoring assessments. Their dedication and consistency help make advanced learning possible for future GATE students. 🍎👏🏻🌟

Please join us in recognizing Miriam Mack, who serves GATE students at Hudlow Elementary, Lineweaver Elementary, and Robins K-8. Miriam’s commitment to excellence and thoughtful approach to instruction leave a lasting impact on students and the school communities they serve. 🍎🌟👏🏻

Please join us in recognizing Dr. Kevan Chuc, who serves GATE students at Safford K-8. Dr. Chuc's commitment to excellence and thoughtful approach to instruction leave a lasting impact on students and the school communities they serve.🍎🌟👏🏻

Please join us in recognizing Emily Hallowell, who is one of our GATE subs and serves GATE students at Roskruge Bilingual K-8 Magnet, Hughes Elementary, and Hollinger K-8. Emily’s commitment to excellence and thoughtful approach to instruction leave a lasting impact on students and the school communities they serve.🍎🌟👏🏻

Please join us in recognizing Pamela Brown, who serves GATE students at Tolson Elementary and Vesey. Pamela’s commitment to excellence and thoughtful approach to instruction leave a lasting impact on students and the school communities they serve. 🍎🌟👏🏻