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You matter!
At Gatewood, we are an inclusive community
that values each student's unique story.
Gatewood Elementary is an IB Candidate School!
We are excited to become an
International Baccalaureate World School
where our scholars engage in deep learning with
with curiosity, confidence, and critical-thinking skills.
ABOUT GATEWOOD ELEMENTARY
Gatewood Elementary is a K-5 school within the Hopkins Public Schools District, located in the city of Minnetonka. As an International Baccalaureate (IB) candidate school with an outdoor learning model, our curriculum helps students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, while building connections to the natural world. At Gatewood, your child will be a valued member of our student-centered community.
Gatewood News
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The Hopkins High School band will perform Tuesday, Oct. 8. The 21st annual Young People’s Concert will be Thursday, Oct. 10.
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The updated mascot costume design was the product of a Hopkins Education Foundation grant that awarded $10,000 to update the mascot to align with the Hopkins’ Vision 2031 and the Hopkins lion logo.
![Safety conversation and learning event]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727985663/hopkinsschoolsorg/sviywknc8jzk7bap89eu/SafetyConversationLearningevent2.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727985663/hopkinsschoolsorg/sviywknc8jzk7bap89eu/SafetyConversationLearningevent2.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1727985663/hopkinsschoolsorg/sviywknc8jzk7bap89eu/SafetyConversationLearningevent2.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727985663/hopkinsschoolsorg/sviywknc8jzk7bap89eu/SafetyConversationLearningevent2.png","width":1200}])
Student safety is our top priority, and we want to ensure everyone has the opportunity to learn about our safety measures, connect, and participate in the conversation.
![Chris Tangert MNSHAPE Paul Schmidt award]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1725987510/hopkinsschoolsorg/p6qlzqktkuy5wqr3qeak/Web_2024MNSHAPE-ChrisTangert.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1725987510/hopkinsschoolsorg/p6qlzqktkuy5wqr3qeak/Web_2024MNSHAPE-ChrisTangert.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1725987510/hopkinsschoolsorg/p6qlzqktkuy5wqr3qeak/Web_2024MNSHAPE-ChrisTangert.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725987510/hopkinsschoolsorg/p6qlzqktkuy5wqr3qeak/Web_2024MNSHAPE-ChrisTangert.png","width":1200}])
The award recognizes outstanding service and contributions in health, physical education, recreation, or dance.
![Family & Staff Back to School Message]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1679692548/hopkinsschoolsorg/vfhugq4cepjkxjswzkti/Rhodascolumn.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1679692548/hopkinsschoolsorg/vfhugq4cepjkxjswzkti/Rhodascolumn.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1679692548/hopkinsschoolsorg/vfhugq4cepjkxjswzkti/Rhodascolumn.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1679692548/hopkinsschoolsorg/vfhugq4cepjkxjswzkti/Rhodascolumn.png","width":1200}])
Check out Dr. Mhiripiri-Reed's Back-to-School message for Hopkins families and staff!
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Hopkins Schools began staff training before the MN READ Act, allowing us to have more trained staff than surrounding areas and enhancing our commitment to student success.