Gibraltar Elementary is a 2023–24 Wisconsin School of Recognition, an honor
highlighting its dedication to student growth and achievement.
Gibraltar Elementary received the award in the High Achieving category. This distinction is based on a rigorous set of criteria, including academic performance, measurable progress in student growth or graduation rates, reducing achievement gaps - particularly among students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
“We are incredibly proud of our students and staff for their commitment to leading in learning,” Lauren Ward, principal at Gibraltar Elementary, said. “This recognition is a reflection of our entire Northern Door community — including educators, families, and students.”
The Wisconsin Schools of Recognition program honors Title I schools that demonstrate success in educating all students, particularly those experiencing poverty. After a pause during the COVID-19 pandemic, the DPI resumed the awards for the 2023–24 school year to continue celebrating schools that make a lasting impact. “Our teachers recently took on some incredible challenges on behalf of the children of Gibraltar, including adopting and implementing a new literacy curriculum while continuing to maintain high standards of excellence for our littlest learners,” Ward said. “I quite literally could not be more proud of the dedicated staff at our school - the community is absolutely blessed to have such talented teachers leading our hardworking students to achievement.”
To learn more about the Schools of Recognition program and view a full list of honorees, visit the DPI website: