The camaraderie and dedication of the teachers and staff at Gold Canyon Elementary School far surpasses any other schools I have been part of or had the opportunity to witness. As a new employee I never felt like an outsider, everyone was so welcoming and made sure to include me in everything from school
... Read more functions to outside activities. Principal Farris' office is open to anyone and everyone; she always makes time to talk whether it is just to 'chit chat' or a matter of importance. She exemplifies the open door policy. I am glad to say that I am a Gold Canyon Eagle. Read less
Posted by a other on 08/27/09
Gold Canyon Elementary School is the best school ever. From the Principal all the way down to volunteers, everyone puts kids first. I am proud of the kids here, they work hard and are deserving of their Highly Performing Label!
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Posted by a teacher on 08/12/09
Gold Canyon Elementary School has provided my children with a quality education. They have been at Gold Canyon since Kindergarten and have had wonderful, caring teachers every year. One is now in middle school and was very prepared for this next step. Besides offering a quality education, the Gold Canyon
... Read more staff has always made my children feel special. I couldn't ask for a better place for my children's education. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/12/09
As the parent of a child with special education needs I can say that the administration, teachers and staff that have joined my child's team over the years have been excellent. One exception to that was the hiring of a Non-Qualified 1st year teacher for the Communications Skills class in 2006. This
... Read more has since been remedied, but is the sole factor for my giving this school 4 stars instead of 5. We currently have 2 sons attending GCES, Fall of 2009 they will be in 4th and 2nd grades. We look forward to the year ahead. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/31/09
Gold Canyon Elementary is an excellent school! The principal is outstanding and cares deeply about the students in her care, as well as the educators and all who work for her. It's very easy to communicate with the principal and she always has the child's best interest at heart. We find the techers
... Read more to be supportive and creative with individual situations to help maximize learning. The teachers are professional and have a genuine interest in their students' welfare and academic achievement. The teachers strive to do their best to ensure that every child in their classroom is successful. We can't say enough about the principal, teachers, and staff. We are extremely happy with Gold Canyon Elementary! Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/23/09
GCES in our experience has addressed my daughter s needs and is an exceptional academic school. My daughter has been challenged throughout her years at GCES and met or excelled in her AIMS scores. Teachers/staff and Mrs. Farris show their love for education and the children. The library, music, and
... Read more physical ed programs are challenging and fun. GCES ROCKS! In the end, no program can substitute for a parent. President Barack Obama Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/22/09
I have 2 children at Gold Canyon 2nd grade and 5th grade. I feel my children have received a good education they have both had A's on report cards. The AIMS test have come back with very high marks. Whenever we have had any questions or issues I feel the principal has always talked to the children at
... Read more their level and made them feel that they gave input to the solution which I appreciate. I hope they will continue with the good education they are teaching Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/16/09
My daughter will be entering 3rd grade next year and has attended Gold Canyon for the past 3 years. She has received a great education so far and is continuously happy at school.
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Posted by a parent on 06/29/09
I am a parent with two children that will be attending this fall. My daughter who will return as a third grader has learned so much and received all A's and B's. All of her teachers, since kindergarden have been so helpful and nice I couldn't be happier. I'm excited for my son who will be going to kindergarden
... Read more this fall because I'm sure he will go through all the same great experiences as his sister. The staff is also very nice and helpful every time I have a question. Mrs. Farris has also been very helpful and always made my daughter feel very special. She truly does care about the students, parents, and school, and it shows everytime I've had a conversation with her. Thanks Gold Canyon, we look forward to another great year! Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/26/09
We have one child attend GCES K-5th and 2 more currently attending. We have been very statisfied with every teacher our children have had. They have challenged them in addition to providing any additional assitance they have required in mastering various skill and subjects. We have also found the principle
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Apache Junction schools — Gold Canyon Elementary School is located at 5810 S Alameda Rd, Apache Junction AZ 85218. 5810 S Alameda Rd is in the 85218 ZIP code in Apache Junction, AZ The school district for Gold Canyon Elementary School is the Apache Junction Unified Sd 43. Gold Canyon Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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