Gilbert Public Schools

Five of Mesa Public School District’s four-year high schools accept international students in grades 9-12. Offering a diverse curriculum that includes biotechnology classes, STEM and scholastic diplomas, and an innovative computer-based Distance Learning course, the prestigious International Baccalaureate degree is also available. FACILITIES The District’s many beautiful campuses have newly renovated weight rooms, sports stadiums, all-weather tracks, sports fields, updated classroom and labs. SPORTS AND ARTS High schools in the district boast championships in sports like girls’ cross country, track, tennis, softball and basketball, and boys’ wrestling, golf and football. One high school even made Sports Illustrated’s list of Top 25 High School Athletic Programs in the US. The district has many stellar visual and performing arts programs for those students interested in expressing themselves creatively. AWARDS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS Mesa Public School District schools have received the Siemen’s Foundation Top Advanced Placement Programs and the Silver Medal School awarded by U.S. News and World Report. COMMUNITY INFORMATION Mesa is located 20 miles east of Arizona’s capital city, Phoenix. Residents enjoy a wide array of parks, sports facilities, pools, golf courses, special community events, festivals and world-class shopping and dining. Mesa is a popular destination for baseball fans because its home to the Chicago Cubs Spring Training Camp.

SCHOOL PROFILE Hamilton High School, established in 1998 is a four-year comprehensive high school located in the southeastern part of the City of Chandler. FACILITIES Hamilton High has a beautiful campus with large classrooms and a spacious amenities. Facilities available on campus include a public library, a 613 seat auditorium, two gymnasiums with three indoor basketball courts, a football stadium and a state of the art heated swimming pool. SPORTS AND ARTS Hamilton is a Division 1 member of the Arizona Interscholastic Association (AIA), with many championship awards in various sports. International Students from grades 9-11 can participate on any Junior Varsity (JV) sports teams. The arts department consistently receives superior recognition; with an outstanding fine arts facility and program offering many options for students to perfect their talents. AWARDS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS The class of 2015 had 12 National Merit Finalists, and 12 National Commended Scholars. Hamilton High School was recognized by Newsweek magazine as one of the top high schools in America. It also received the Siemens Award for 2006 as the number one Advanced Placement High School in the studies of Math and Science in the state of Arizona. Hamilton also had 44 National AP Scholars in 2015. COMMUNITY INFORMATION The city of Chandler is located in the southeastern part of Maricopa County, approximately 20 miles from Phoenix. Chandler delivers exceptional amenities and diverse cultural facilities amid a world-class innovation hub.

Higley Unified School District offers well-rounded, rigorous curricula that include music, art, language, physical education and technology. Dedicated to student achievement, the schools provide a wide-range of Advanced Placement courses, Honors courses, STEM and engineering courses, along with career and technical education. The district offers a wide range of curriculum designed to challenge all students and prepare them for college after high school. Some of these programs include a full range of AP, honors, and dual enrollment courses along with STEM, Engineering, Career and Technical Education programs. In addition to a commitment to outstanding academics, they encourage all students to participate in one of 50 extra-curricular activities. Whether it be fine arts, sports, student council, or one of many campus clubs, Higley Unified School District is the place to enhance international student’s high school experience. Facilities All of the District’s campuses have sports fields, theaters and science labs. Some also include broadcast studios and engineering labs for their accelerated programs. Sports and Arts International students from grades 9 to 11 are invited to take part in junior varsity-level sports teams which have won many national and state awards. Participation in extracurricular activities and clubs is another great way for international students to experience an authentic American high school lifestyle. In particular, students can get involved with the District’s award winning music department programs. Awards and Accomplishments The Arizona Department of Education ranks Higley Unified School District 3rd in the state (A rating) and the Washington Post named one of its high schools “America’s Most Challenging.” Community Information The city of Gilbert, ranked as one of the best places to live and learn in the U.S. by CNN/Money Magazine, is warm and sunny all year round. Located 30 minutes east of downtown Phoenix, it’s very easy for international students to take advantage of Phoenix’s many cultural sites and world-class sports and events.