Mission Heights Preparatory High School

Gilbert Public School District has five high schools accepting international students in grades 9-12. The district leads the state of Arizona in testing due to its strong emphasis on the core academics. Gilbert Public School District high schools offer Advanced Placement courses and nearly 20 different clubs and activities. FACILITIES Outstanding facilities include state-of-the-art classrooms, auditoriums, lecture halls, gymnasiums, athletic stadiums, practice fields, tennis courts, cafeterias and outdoor food courts. SPORTS AND ARTS Recognized for its outstanding programs in athletics, Gilbert Public School District international students in grades 9-11 can participate in JV sports such as golf, swimming, and volleyball. Gilbert Public’s high schools have a diverse arts program offering courses in metals and jewelry, concert orchestra, and more. COMMUNITY INFORMATION Gilbert, Arizona is located in the metropolitan area of Phoenix, just 30 minutes from downtown. The City of Gilbert

Mesa Public Schools offer a diverse curriculum that includes biotechnology classes, STEM diplomas, an innovative computer-based distance learning course, and the prestigious International Baccalaureate Diploma. FACILITIES The district’s many beautiful campuses have newly renovated weight rooms, sports stadiums, all-weather tracks, sports fields, updated classrooms, and labs. SPORTS AND ARTS High schools in the district have won many championships in girls cross country, track, tennis, softball, and basketball as well as boys wrestling, golf, and football. One high school made Sports Illustrated’s list of Top 25 High School Athletic Programs in the US. Students in grades 9-11 can participate in sports. 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

Schools in Higley Unified School District offer a rigorous curriculum that includes music, art, language, physical education, and technology. Higley schools provide a wide range of AP courses, honors courses, STEM courses, and engineering courses. The school district is partnered with three universities in the state of Arizona. FACILITIES All of the district’s campuses have numerous sports fields, theaters, and science labs. Some 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 award-winning junior varsity-level sports teams such as baseball and cheerleading. Higley offers many electives and extracurriculars that result in an authentic American high school experience, particularly the district’s award winning music department. AWARDS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS The Arizona Department of Education ranks Higley Unified School District 3rd in the state “A ” rating. The Washingto