Welcome! We are excited that you are choosing GateWay Early College High School to pursue your education.
The GateWay Early College High School (GWECHS) provides students with an opportunity to complete a high school diploma and associates degree, concurrently, within four years.
GWECHS accepts 100 new 9th-grade students annually. Completed applications are accepted on a first come first serve basis. All prospective students must submit an application to be considered for enrollment. Contact: [email protected] for more information.
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A Welcome Message from Principal Kelly
Dear GateWay Early College High School (GWECHS) Students and Families,
I am thrilled about your decision to join our vibrant learning community. Thank you in advance for bringing your best energy, eager commitment, and growth mindset to GWECHS.
Parents, thank you for trusting us with your student's secondary education. We know that you are sending us your best.
Students, time travels in one direction. Each day counts. Your time at GWECHS will fly by like a fighter jet. Make the most of GWECHS opportunities, college resources, amazing faculty, and career connections. If you do, you can shape your future into something beautiful and fulfilling.
I look forward to meeting every student and their families, asking about your strengths, and hearing your stories. Together, let’s make 2024-25 a great year. Go Geckos!
Additional Information
Welcome
GateWay Early College High School is committed to providing a safe, welcoming and secure learning environment for every student. To help us maintain a safe campus, all visitors must follow the check-in procedures below. These steps ensure we know who is on campus and help us respond quickly to any safety needs.
Checking In
All visitors must enter through the main office.
When you arrive, please be prepared to:
- Show a government-issued photo ID
- Share the purpose of your visit
- Tell us who you are here to see
Visiting a Classroom
To protect instructional time and ensure minimal disruption:
- All classroom visits must be scheduled in advance with the school principal or their designee.
- Same-day or unscheduled classroom visits cannot be accommodated.
- Once approved, the office will confirm your visit and provide instructions for check-in on the day of your appointment.
This process helps teachers prepare and ensures that student learning remains the top priority.
Visitor Badges
Your visitor badge helps staff and students know you’ve checked in properly. Please:
- Wear your badge where it is easy to see
- Return the badge to the office when you leave
While on Campus
We ask all visitors to:
- Follow school and district rules
- Respect student privacy
- Follow staff directions and safety procedures
Checking Out
Before leaving campus, please stop by the main office to:
- Sign out
- Return your visitor badge
This helps us maintain accurate records and ensures our campus remains secure.
Special Situations
- Custody restrictions will be followed based on the legal documents the school has on file.
- Law enforcement agencies checking in for non-emergency reasons will follow the same process as other visitors.
- Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) checking in for non-emergency reasons will follow the same process as other visitors.
Large events (games, concerts, ceremonies) may use modified check-in procedures approved by district leadership.
GateWay Early College High School has in-person and online resources to assist all parents or community members in their preferred language. Free language assistance, auxiliary aids, and/or accommodations are available upon request. For more information, please contact (602) 286-8759.
| Job Classification Title | FLSA Status | Grade | ANNUAL RATES | HOURLY RATES | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum | 1st Quartile | Midpoint | 3rd Quartile | Maximum | Minimum | 1st Quartile | Midpoint | 3rd Quartile | Maximum | |||
| High School Classroom Aide | Nonexempt | 109 | $39,883.00 | $44,891.50 | $49,900.00 | $54,908.50 | $59,917.00 | $19.17 | $21.58 | $23.99 | $26.40 | $28.81 |
| High School Programs Specialist | Nonexempt | 110 | $40,070.00 | $46,080.50 | $52,091.00 | $58,101.50 | $64,112.00 | $19.26 | $22.15 | $25.04 | $27.93 | $30.82 |
| High School Teacher Assistant | Nonexempt | 111 | $42,875.00 | $49,306.50 | $55,738.00 | $62,169.00 | $68,600.00 | $20.61 | $23.71 | $26.80 | $29.89 | $32.98 |
| High School Programs Specialist Senior | Nonexempt | 112 | $45,877.00 | $52,758.50 | $59,640.00 | $66,521.00 | $73,402.00 | $22.06 | $25.36 | $28.67 | $31.98 | $35.29 |
| High School Teacher Assistant Senior | Nonexempt | 113 | $49,089.00 | $56,452.00 | $63,815.00 | $71,178.00 | $78,541.00 | $23.60 | $27.14 | $30.68 | $34.22 | $37.76 |
| High School Programs Analyst | Exempt | 114 | $52,525.00 | $60,403.50 | $68,282.00 | $76,160.50 | $84,039.00 | $25.25 | $29.04 | $32.83 | $36.62 | $40.40 |
| High School Teacher | Exempt | 114 | $52,525.00 | $60,403.50 | $68,282.00 | $76,160.50 | $84,039.00 | $25.25 | $29.04 | $32.83 | $36.62 | $40.40 |
| High School Counselor | Exempt | 115 | $56,202.00 | $64,632.00 | $73,062.00 | $81,492.00 | $89,922.00 | $27.02 | $31.07 | $35.13 | $39.18 | $43.23 |
| High School Social Worker | Exempt | 115 | $56,202.00 | $64,632.00 | $73,062.00 | $81,492.00 | $89,922.00 | $27.02 | $31.07 | $35.13 | $39.18 | $43.23 |
| High School Instructional Coach | Exempt | 116 | $60,136.00 | $69,156.50 | $78,177.00 | $87,197.00 | $96,217.00 | $28.91 | $33.25 | $37.59 | $41.92 | $46.26 |
| High School Programs Manager | Exempt | 117 | $64,346.00 | $73,998.00 | $83,650.00 | $93,301.50 | $102,953.00 | $30.94 | $35.58 | $40.22 | $44.86 | $49.50 |
| High School Assistant Principal | Exempt | 118 | $68,850.00 | $79,177.50 | $89,505.00 | $99,832.50 | $110,160.00 | $33.10 | $38.07 | $43.03 | $48.00 | $52.96 |
| High School Principal | Exempt | 122 | $90,250.00 | $103,787.50 | $117,325.00 | $130,862.50 | $144,400.00 | $43.39 | $49.90 | $56.41 | $62.91 | $69.42 |
2027 Proposed Budget Adoption Hearing Notice
This is a notification that GateWay Early College High School will be having a public hearing and board meeting to adopt its Fiscal Year 2027 Expenditure Budget.
Meeting Date: June 9, 2026
Time: 4:30 p.m.
Location:
Rio Conference Center
2323 W. 14th St.
Tempe, AZ 85281
A copy of the agenda may be obtained by contacting:
Contact: Elza Macias
Phone: 480-731-8125
Email: [email protected]
Board Agenda: View the agenda
Remote Meeting Information:
The June 9, 2026, Governing Board Meeting will be conducted entirely remotely via WebEx. There will be no physical meeting location. Members of the public may listen to the meeting live by phone and may watch the livestream beginning at 4:00 p.m.
- WebEx URL: Forthcoming
- Dial-In: +1-602-666-0783
- Meeting Access Code: Forthcoming
The information above is posted on ADE's website pursuant to A.R.S. §15-905(C) and is not intended to satisfy Open Meeting Law requirements under A.R.S. §38-431.02 et seq.
2027 Budget Adoption Hearing Notice
This is a notification that GateWay Early College High School will be having a public hearing and board meeting to adopt its Fiscal Year 2027 Expenditure Budget.
Meeting Date: June 23, 2026
Time: 4:30 p.m.
Location:
Rio Conference Center
2323 W. 14th St.
Tempe, AZ 85281
A copy of the agenda may be obtained by contacting:
Contact: Elza Macias
Phone: 480-731-8125
Email: [email protected]
Board Agenda: View the agenda
The information above is posted on ADE's website pursuant to A.R.S. §15-905(C) and is not intended to satisfy Open Meeting Law requirements under A.R.S. §38-431.02 et seq.
Notice of Public Meetings: Pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.02, GateWay Early College High School hereby states that all notices of the meetings of GateWay Early College High School will be posted at 108 N. 40th Street, in the Main (MA) Building at MA2350 and on the following website: https://maricopa.community.diligentoneplatform.com/portal/.
The location is open to the public Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Such notices will indicate the date, time and place of the meeting, and will include an agenda or information concerning the manner in which the public may obtain an agenda for the meeting. If you have questions about the MCCCD Board or Board meetings, please contact the Governing Board Assistant at (480) 731–8889.
For questions about the high school, please call (602) 286-8759 GWECHS.
Esser III Planned Use of Funds
Family Engagement Policy
Política de Participación de los Padres (Family Engagement Policy - Spanish)
Wellness Policy | Wellness Assessment
Annual Financial Reports
Governing Board Operations
In accordance with A.R.S. §15-903(E), as amended by Laws 2018, Ch. 285, §10, a local educational agency's (LEA) budget must include the prominent display of the average salary of all teachers employed by the district or charter for the budget and prior years, and the increase in the average salary of all teachers employed by the district or charter for the budget year reported in dollars and percentage.
Average Teacher Salary Increase
Increase in average teacher salary from the prior year $2,600
Percentage increase — 3.7%
Average Teacher Salary 2024–25: $69,372
Average Teacher Salary 2025–26: $71,972
Homeless Information for Parents – English version
Homeless Information for Parents – Spanish version
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