Gilbert Public Schools looks back at first days of school through decades

For students, teachers and parents alike, the first day of a new school year is filled with excitement and fresh possibilities.

For Gilbert Public Schools, that tradition spans more than 100 years, welcoming many generations of learners through its doors.

While the eager anticipation (and the heat) remains constant, what the first day actually looks like has transformed dramatically over the years.

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