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Equitable Support for Students
At Gladden, we believe each child can succeed. In order to accomplish this, we offer various programs that meet students at their academic and behavioral level.
Free Full-day Kindergarten
Now enrolling for free full-day kindergarten offering a strong focus on cognitive, social, and emotional learning development.
Collaborative Learning
Aligned with the District’s Gradual Release of Responsibility (GRR) instructional model is the critical need to provide learning environments which engage students in collaborative and productive work.
Buddy Classes
Having older and younger students interact in positive ways is especially important in a K-6 environment. Buddy classes meet monthly and connect through fun activities and games.
News & Events
Bobcat News
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The Stars of Honor award celebrates exceptional students for their achievements inside and outside the classroom. On November 23rd, students were recognized at the U of A Women’s Basketball Game for their accomplishments, nominated by their teachers. We are proud of their hard work and dedication!
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Order your 2024-25 yearbook now for just $20! Prices will go up to $25 on January 1st, so don’t miss out—order today!
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Young Rembrandts offers fun, educational art classes that help kids develop academic, social, and motor skills. Our lessons promote creativity, improve confidence, and teach various artistic techniques, all while engaging children with interesting and relevant topics.
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MUSD is one of the 60 Local Education Agencies (LEAs) chosen to participate in the 2024-2025 Energy Champions Leading the Advancement of Sustainable Schools program.
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Parents of MUSD students are invited to attend the upcoming Johnson O'Malley IEC and Title VI IPC meetings hosted by MUSD's Student and Family Support Services on December 12, 2024.
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Cultural Event Night brought families together for a hands-on journey into the art of painting and etching horse hair ornaments.
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PTO is dreaming of a snowy season and needs your help! Create white paper snowflakes using scrap paper and drop them off in the Commons by December 8th. Your handmade snowflakes will add winter magic to our halls. Thank you for helping spread the holiday spirit!
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Students are invited to bring in a special ornament to hang on our school tree, from December 2nd - 19th. Whether homemade or store-bought, your ornament will help spread holiday cheer! Please note, ornaments will stay on the tree for years to come and will not be returned home. Let’s make our tree sparkle! ✨
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Hey parents! We’ve got the inside scoop on your teachers’ holiday wish lists! 🎄☕ Attached are the Staff Preference Forms, making holiday shopping easier and teacher-approved. Happy shopping! 🎅📚
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On Tuesday, November 26th, our annual school Spelling Bee took place. Congratulations to Jeremiah Gonzalez, the winner, and Alexander Bailey, our First Runner-Up. We’re proud of all the students who participated and are excited to support Jeremiah at the 2024-2025 District Spelling Bee on January 15th at 6:00 PM in the Marana Middle School Auditorium.
Upcoming Events
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Gladden Farms Elementary
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Gladden Farms Elementary Cafeteria
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Mrs. Youngling's Room
Marana Municipal Complex Council Chambers 11555 W. Civic Center Drive Marana, AZ 85653
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Free Meals for Kids - TWO locations & times!
Highlights
Gladden Farms Elementary is a preK-6 school offering an inspiring and enriching Computer Science immersion academic experience, and an innovative state of the art learning environment.
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The Arizona Department of Education has released A-F School Letter Grades scores based on data from the 2023-24 school year and Gladden Farms Elementary School received an B Letter Grade.
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DeGrazia establishes clear expectations for the behavior expected in all classrooms and areas of school. Students are explicitly taught these expectations, and we apply positive reinforcement and consistent consequences.
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Collaborative partnerships allow our school to leverage family, school, and community resources to remove barriers to learning and provide essentials to families in need.
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Licensed by the AZ Dept. of Health Services, and AZ Dept. of Economic Security approved, our school offers preschool with small/large group activities and enrichment learning activities that promote development in the arts and large motor skills.
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Gladden Farms Elementary is pleased to announce the achievement of Level 1 certification in Marzano High-Reliability Schools™. Level 1 certification means our school has created a “Safe, Supportive, and Collaborative Culture,” which is the foundation for every level that follows.