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.
GWCHS is accepting applications starting November 1, 2024, for the 2025–26 school year.
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: gwechs@gatewaycc.edu 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
GateWay Early College High School has in person and online resources to assist parents or community members. For translation in Spanish, speak with the Parent Liaison at (602) 286-8794, who will provide information and arrange any additional translation services required. The process for requesting translation services is as follows: Calls that come into the general office number are answered by front office staff and if translation services are need they are transferred to the Spanish language point of contact. Calls made to the designated Spanish language phone number will be assisted by the Spanish language point of contact. At that time any need for translation services can be requested by the caller. The Spanish language point of contact will make any necessary arrangement to ensure that the callers needs are met. For individuals who come into the administrative offices, translation services will be made available immediately for Spanish speaking parents and by appointment for other languages.
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://administration.maricopa.edu/governing-board/notice-of-public-meeting
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
Safe Return Instruction Services Plan
Parent Involvement Policy
Wellness Policy
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 $3,916
Percentage increase — 5.9%
Average Teacher Salary 2023–24: $66,008
Average Teacher Salary 2024–25: $69,924
Homeless Information for Parents – English version
Homeless Information for Parents – Spanish version
GWECH Location
GWECHS Location
Washington Campus | Main Building, 2nd Floor, Room MA 2350
108 N. 40th Street | Phoenix, Arizona 85034
Main Office (602) 286–8759
Campus Map