Gila River Indian Community Advisors
Gila River Indian Community (GRIC)
In November 2017, Gila River Indian Community (GRIC) and Chandler Unified School District signed a Memorandum of Agreement, which will allow a GRIC Student Advisor to work with Gila River students enrolled in CUSD high schools. This is an exciting opportunity to provide tribal support and resources to GRIC students and families. The GRIC advisor will be at on-site to conduct weekly visits with Gila River students to review credits, attendace, grades, post secondary plans, and more.
The mission of the Gila River K-12 Student Advisor Program is to ensure students and parents have access to educational and cultural opportunities to help them attain academic success and personal growth – therefore preparing and encouraging future achievement.
Contact Us
Gila River Student Advisor
Gabe Munoz
(480) 883-5033
Munoz.Gabriel@cusd80.com
Gila River Student Advisor
Priscilla Espinoza
(480) 883-5081
Espinoza.priscilla@cusd80.com
A message from our advisors
GRIC Advisor: Gabe Munoz
Hello GRIC Families!
We will be working with Gila River students in the Chandler Unified School District to advocate for your students' success by offering the following services:
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Providing individualized guidance on addressing their educational, cultural, and personal needs and identifying resources and information that can satisfy their needs
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Monitoring students’ academic progress with the addition of providing individualized plans of action as needed
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Addressing truancy of GRIC students with proactive interventions as needed
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Ensuring the safety and needs of the student are being met
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Communicating with teachers, counselors, and other school officials to ensure a student’s overall academic success
We look forward to working with your students, and we always encourage active parental/guardian involvement in their children's education!
Sincerely, Gabe
GRIC Advisor: Priscilla Espinoza
My name is Priscilla Espinoza a tribal member of The Gila River Community. I am a student advisor for our tribal members that attend CUSD. This title allows me to stay connected with students by providing support, suggestions, encouragement and to develop a successful educational experience within CUSD campuses.