Weinberg Gifted Academy is a Chandler Unified School District K–6 gifted academy located in Gilbert that provides an accelerated, self-contained learning environment for students eligible for gifted services.
Weinberg Gifted Academy is a district K–6 gifted academy that serves students eligible for gifted services in the southeast Valley. The school follows an open-enrollment model and delivers an accelerated, self-contained environment focused on academic and social-emotional development.
The academy emphasizes problem-based learning and delivers instruction at least one year beyond grade level in English language arts and mathematics. Instruction uses research-based, district-vetted materials; curriculum examples listed include Engineering is Elementary, integrated Science/Social Science units, Eureka Math and Glencoe Math, Junior Great Books, HMH Into Reading, and Savvas myPerspectives.
Learning spaces include flexible classrooms and larger collaborative hubs. A dedicated technology hub supports hands-on work with 3-D printers, codable robots (Ozobots, Sphero), microprocessors (Micro:bits), and recording/production tools. Outdoor areas provide additional opportunities for movement and outdoor learning.
Special-area instruction includes visual and performing arts, physical education, and technology integrated across the curriculum. The school offers a variety of clubs and extracurriculars, and district-run before- and after-school childcare is available on-site. Social-emotional supports and instructional strategies referenced include Costa's Habits of Mind, de Bono's Thinking Hats, Icons of Depth and Complexity, and the district-adopted Caring School Community SECL curriculum.
Two types of club offerings are available: site clubs with in-house registration and CUSD Community Education vendor-provided clubs; offerings include staff-run and vendor-provided options across a variety of interests.
Kids Express is a state-licensed before- and after-school program for Kindergarten through 6th grade students offering a mix of hands-on activities, homework support, and age-appropriate recreation with peers.
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