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Mar 26, 2026

Teacher Spotlight: Priscilla Gammon

What makes a teacher truly memorable? For Mrs. Gammon, it’s the creativity, connection, and those unforgettable “aha” moments in the classroom.

Laney Dinsdale

Image Credits: Gilbert Community School Staff Directory https://gilbertcsd.org/app/uploads/staff-photos/Gammon_Priscilla-320x0-c-default.jpg

Apr 20, 2026

Shots Heard Around the State

After the University of Iowa shooting, many face the challenge with grief and fear, without being divided by heightened racial bias.

Chloe Lee

Image Credits: "The College Fix" https://www.thecollegefix.com/university-of-iowa-to-close-gender-and-sexuality-studies-department-eliminate-social-justice-major/

Mar 26, 2026

Badminton Club Spotlight

From a small PE tournament to a growing school tradition, the GHS badminton club brings competition, connection, and fun to the court.

Regan Richards

Source: photo courtesy of PPA Tour https://ppatour.com/ppa-blog/pickleball-vs-badminton/

Nov 29, 2025

Channeling Grief into Impact: Susan Owen of the HAMO Foundation

What began as an unimaginable tragedy in 2020 has grown into the HAMO Foundation, a powerful movement offering hope, connection, and mental health resources to students and families.

Chloe Lee

Image credits: HAMO Foundation. “HAMO Foundation.” HAMO Foundation, 2019, www.hamofoundation.org/. Accessed 2 Dec. 2025.

Nov 24, 2025

A Shining Example for the Community: Mayor Jon Popp

Though small in size, Gilbert thrives on strong community involvement and leadership. Exemplified by longtime mayor Jon Popp, whose decades of service, innovative projects, and commitment to staying connected have helped the town grow and expand.

Chloe Lee

Image credits: “Staff Directory • Jon Popp.” Cityofgilbertiowa.org, 2024, cityofgilbertiowa.org/Directory.aspx?EID=5. Accessed 21 Nov. 2025.