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About Bridges Elementary

Bridges Elementary School is one of the top elementary schools in the East Valley, serving students from kindergarten through sixth grade in Gilbert, AZ. Since opening in the 2016-17 school year, Bridges has become a model for excellence, offering a comprehensive array of programs and classes designed to prepare learners for limitless opportunities. Home of Higley Unified School District's THINK! Highly Gifted Academy, Bridges provides students with project-based learning and innovative STEAM technology tools. We are proud to have earned an "A" rating from the Arizona Department of Education, a testament to the hard work and dedication of our students, teachers, and staff.

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Our Mission

We believe in equipping all students with the skills they need to thrive in the ever-changing 21st century workplace.

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Stay Connected with ParentSquare!

Higley Unified School District now uses ParentSquare as its unified communication platform for school, district, and classroom updates. Families can receive messages by email, text, phone, or through the free ParentSquare app, making it easier than ever to stay informed and connected.

Download the free ParentSquare app today to view all communications in one place, communicate with teachers and staff, complete forms, sign permission slips, manage your notification preferences, and more.

For setup instructions, resources, and additional information, please visit the district's ParentSquare webpage.

Proportionate Share Community Presentation

Please join us for our Proportionate Share Community Presentation on Friday, August 14th at 2:00 PM, located at the HUSD District Office - 2935 S Recker Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85295. Proportionate Share Funding (PSF) is allocated by the federal government and is used to support special education services for qualifying students who are unilaterally placed by their parent/guardian in a non-profit private school located within the Higley Unified School District (HUSD) boundaries or homeschooled students who reside within HUSD’s boundaries.

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Do you love your school? We want you to brag about it! Leave a positive review of your school on Google, or your favorite school rating website and share the reasons you love your school. 

Or, give a Staff Shout Out! Submit our online form and tell us about your excellent customer service experience, and they will be presented with a Shout Out Certificate and recognized in front of their peers.  

Your feedback contributes to a positive environment for all staff and students, as we prepare learners for limitless opportunities. 

HUSD Governing Board Meeting Schedule

The Higley Unified School District Governing Board meeting schedule can be found on the district website at husd.org/board-meetings. The public is welcome to attend all board meetings. Doors open 30 minutes prior to the meetings. Board Business Meetings and Work Study Sessions are livestreamed on the district YouTube channel. Please note, Points of Pride, Higley Adventures, and Requests to Speak are not included during the Work Study meetings. 

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HUSD Implements New Curriculum While Old Textbooks Start a New Chapter

As students return to classrooms this school year, K-5 students will be greeted with a brand-new English Language Arts (ELA) curriculum designed to support reading, writing and literacy instruction. The new curriculum was approved last year after the district’s existing resource was discontinued from the state’s approved requirements.  

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Higley Unified School District

16

Schools located in Gilbert & Queen Creek

13500

Students in grades PreK-12

1600

Employees across our district

96%

Highest graduation rate of any large district in Arizona