When you talk with your students, do you wonder what they are thinking? Wonder no more!
Check out the latest edition of GCISD Insight, a treasure trove of answers to your burning questions. For instance, Milo Segreti, a kindergartner at CES, was asked, “Who is Dr. Schnautz?” He responded, “He’s a dentist guy!”
Read more about what students are thinking on page 18: www.gcisd.net/page/gcisd-insight.
GCISD teachers come from all over, and Kansas State University alumna Lexi Herndon was drawn to the district and Bear Creek Elementary to be a part of their RISE program. Learn more about her journey to GCISD by reading page 16 in the latest GCISD Insight magazine: https://www.gcisd.net/page/gcisd-insight.
We're thrilled to welcome our second group of new hires to the GCISD family! We are excited to have such talented and passionate individuals join our community. Let's give them a warm welcome. #WeAreGCISD
📱 Have you downloaded the GCISD app yet? 📱
It's your all-in-one hub for everything GCISD! Stay updated with the latest events happening across the district, and get real-time updates from your child's school through the live feed. Don't miss out on any important info—download the GCISD app today!
Android: https://tinyurl.com/google-play-app
Apple: https://tinyurl.com/gcisd-apple
Do you need childcare for a student in pre-K through fifth grade? GCISD’s Extended Day Program (EDP) offers structured, expanded learning opportunities to help students grow before and after school. Visit www.gcisd.net/EDP to learn more about EDP.
At GCISD’s Summer Enrichment, students have various class options to choose from, including Flavor Factory Fiesta. This course teaches students in first through third grade how to read recipes, use measuring tools, and handle utensils safely, all while cooking delicious treats.
Today, June 12, TELPAS scores will be released for listening/speaking and reading/writing for grades K-12 emergent bilingual students. On June 14, STAAR results for grades 3-8 reading/language arts, math, science, and social studies will be released. Families can access their children’s results through Skyward Family Portal on the release dates: https://skyweb.gcisd.net/.
This morning, GCISD hosted our first new hire orientation class of the summer! Please join us in welcoming these professionals into the GCISD family. We know they will make a big difference in the lives of our students and fellow staff members. #WeAreGCISD
This summer, GCISD Chef and Culinary Trainer Jason Aronen is showing students how to make cheese ravioli, cinnamon rolls with frosting and strawberry ice cream—all from scratch! See what delicious creations our students have been whipping up! 🧑🍳 #WeAreGCISD
Reminder: the GCISD transfer window is open until June 14, 2024, at 4 p.m.!
Who can apply?
🌟 Residents of Colleyville or Grapevine zoned for neighboring districts
🌟 Children of employees from the cities of Colleyville or Grapevine
🌟 Grandchildren of GCISD residents
🌟 Students outside GCISD who want to attend Collegiate Academy
Don't miss out! Submit your application here: www.gcisd.net/transfer
Attention parents! Registration for the 2024-2025 school year is open. Please register your student as soon as possible to help the district gather accurate enrollment numbers for planning purposes. For more details on the registration process, please visit www.gcisd.net/enrollment.
On Friday, June 7, STAAR results for End of Course (EOC) English I, English II, Biology, Algebra I and U.S. History will be released. Click the link to learn how to access scores in Skyward: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1G07t8Zx46ZSNjobo0x4Z9iWr9aNDrI29ylC41e4D2Y8/edit?usp=sharing.
Thank you to the GCISD Council of PTAs for hosting this year's District Appreciation Lunch. Everyone enjoyed a delicious lunch and fun fellowship with GCISD staff members. #WeAreGCISD
Register for school today! Parents are encouraged to register as soon as possible to help the district gather enrollment numbers for planning purposes. Learn more about the registration process by visiting www.gcisd.net/enrollment.
Ahead of this week’s NBA Finals, Dallas Mavericks player Dereck Lively II gave Brittany Cohen’s second grade class at Glenhope Elementary a shout out during a press conference. Lively learned about Mrs. Cohen’s class after hearing how she teaches math lessons based on the Dallas Mavericks. Be sure to watch the 6 a.m. WFAA 8 newscast Thursday, June 6, to see her in action and hear from students. Thank you to Dereck Lively for making their school year so awesome! Go Mavs!
Watch the Dallas Mavericks press conference here:
https://youtu.be/Aa0WdB_J_V4?feature=shared&t=2384
Read our previous story here about her Mavs-based math lessons:
https://www.gcisd.net/article/1562678
The GCISD transfer window is open through June 14, 2024, at 4 p.m. If you want to submit a transfer request, now is your chance. This includes transfer requests for children of residents of Colleyville or Grapevine currently zoned for a neighboring school district, children of employees from the cities of Colleyville or Grapevine, grandchildren of GCISD residents or any students who do not live within GCISD applying for Collegiate Academy.
Click the link to get your application submitted before the window closes: www.gcisd.net/transfer.
Want to get to know the members of our GCISD Leadership Team? Check out page eight in the latest edition of GCISD Insight to learn about Chief Academic Officer Dr. Shiela Shiver and Chief of Schools Dr. Holly Ray, and how they positively impact our district: www.gcisd.net/page/gcisd-insight.
🐦🔥 Collegiate Academy recently hosted a signing day to welcome their incoming Phoenixes. Staff and parents joined together to celebrate these students taking the next steps in their academic journeys. Congratulations to the Phoenix Class of 2028! #WeAreGCISD 🐦🔥
Did you know that some CTE courses are offered to our middle school students? Check out page four in the latest edition of GCISD Insight to read more about how CTMS student Reed Radigan is getting ahead by taking the Principles of Hospitality and Tourism class as a middle school student: www.gcisd.net/page/gcisd-insight.
Due to a power outage at Silver Lake Elementary School, the summer food service program will only be available at Timberline Elementary School tomorrow, June 3, 2024. Breakfast will be served from 7:30-8 a.m., and lunch is available from 11:30-12 p.m.
Please visit the summer meals page to learn more about the program: www.gcisd.net/page/summermeals