Westridge Middle School

Founded in 1874, Engleman Elementary School enrolls approximately 300 students in kindergarten through grade five. The school offers classes in math, science, social studies, language arts and English. Its curriculum includes physical education, music and art. Engleman Elementary School employs an integration specialist, nurse, counselor, social worker, speech therapist, technology assistant and subject teachers. The school s parent-teacher organization supports several recreational activities and counseling sessions for parents, teachers and students. Its facilities include a computer lab, playground, cafeteria and classrooms. Engleman Elementary School s after-school programs include chess and Spanish clubs and spelling bee competitions. Located in Grand Island, Neb., the school is a part of Grand Island Public Schools.

Located in Grand Island, Neb., Grand Island Senior High School offers various educational programs. The school was founded in 1867 and is operated by Grand Island Public Schools. It offers various academic courses, including communication, business marketing and management, career and life skills, English language acquisition, fine arts, health sciences, mathematics, special education and social studies. Its sports programs include soccer, cross country, volleyball, football, golf, tennis, basketball, wrestling and swimming. The school s library provides various resources and opportunities to students to attain literacy, evaluate information, develop critical thinking skills and acquire knowledge. Its guidance department helps students in course planning, college and career guidance.

Established in 1955, Gates Elementary School was named for Dr. C. Ray Gates, who was the superintendent of schools. It maintains various school organizations, including a character council, Quiz Bowl and parent-teacher association, which sponsors educational and social programs that compliment the classroom curriculum. Gates Elementary School teaches more than 335 students in prekindergarten through grade six. Located in Grand Island, Neb., the school is a part of Grand Island Public Schools, which operates over 20 schools with a combined enrollment of nearly 8,200 students. Gates Elementary School has a staff of approximately 35 full-time certified teachers and paraprofessionals that includes an integration specialist, media assistant, psychologist, nurse, educational consultant, social worker, nutritionist, speech pathologist, classroom teachers, art and music professionals, health and physical education instructors, and physical and occupational therapists.