Proposition C proposes updates to the GCISD Swim Center, but did you know that the facility isn’t just for district use? The Grapevine-Colleyville ISD Swim Center is open to community members for activities like club swim practice, water aerobics, swim lessons and open lap swims. Learn more about Swim Center items included in the bond by joining us on Tuesday, April 9, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. for a come-and-go Bond 2024 Open House: Swim Center Tour.
The CTE Department, in partnership with local employers like the Grapevine Parks and Rec, the Grapevine Fire Department and the Grapevine Police Department, provided students with a Mini Job Fair. High school students were able to talk with potential employers and work on their interviewing skills. It was a great opportunity for students to gain real-life job fair experience and get connected with a potential summer job. #WeAreGCISD
To support the joy of reading, community partner Chicken N Pickle, Grapevine stopped by Timberline Elementary School yesterday to donate 30 copies of the children’s book “I Know an Old Lady” to the school’s second grade classes. In addition to the book delivery, Chicken N Pickle General Manager Tony Polichino read the book to students.
GCISD students recently competed in the Affiliate-level Mid-Cities Destination Imagination tournament hosted by Haltom Middle School. Each team worked on a long-term challenge, presented their solutions and participated in an Instant Challenge. Out of 2,200 teams in the state of Texas, four teams from GCISD will continue in the Lone Star Finals State Tournament in April. The teams include students from Glenhope Elementary School, Cross Timbers Middle School, Grapevine High School, Colleyville Heritage High School and Collegiate Academy. Congratulations to the teams, and good luck at State!
Have you registered to vote? The last day to register is Thursday, April 4, 2024, to be able to vote in the May Election. Please visit VoteTexas.gov for information on how to register and have your voice heard. #WeAreGCISD
⭐️🪐☄️The Star Lab is visiting another elementary campus, and this week's lucky school is Dove Elementary! Students are blasting off toward the stars by using the planetarium to learn about the sun, constellations and our solar system. ⭐️🪐 ☄️ #WeAreGCISD
Math Telescoping registration for grades K-7 is open now through noon on Monday, April 1. Payment is due at the time of registration. More information can be found on the GCISD website under Parents - Acceleration Exams - Examinations for Acceleration: Math Telescoping Grades K-7.
https://www.gcisd.net/page/examinations-by-acceleration-and-credit-by-exam
🌟📚Schools throughout GCISD celebrated Read Across America Week with engaging guest readers visiting classrooms and a plethora of reading activities! Explore some highlights captured from this memorable week. #WeAreGCISD 📚🌟
🏖️Spring Break is Almost Here🏖️
GCISD schools and administrative offices will be closed from Monday, March 11, to Friday, March 15, for spring break. We look forward to seeing everyone on Monday, March 18.
At their bocce ball practice last night, Special Olympics athletes presented their teammates, our School Resource Officers, with medals in appreciation for their participation in the upcoming April 13 tournament and as a thank you for their service. Our Special Olympics athletes are teaming up with SROs, Board members and Dr. Brad Schnautz for the inaugural tournament. Read more: https://www.gcisd.net/article/1460506
Twelve Colleyville Heritage High School and Grapevine High School juniors recently attended Texas A&M University to tour the campus, meet with admissions, eat in the dining hall and talk with current students about campus life and classes. The Northeast Tarrant County A&M Club's Howdy Trip was made possible through generous alumni donations. #WeAreGCISD
Last night, the first community bond presentation was held at Colleyville Middle School. Community members joined us to learn more about the 2024 GCISD Bond planning process, propositions and tax rate impact.
Are you ready to learn more? Our next community presentation will be held on March 26, at 6 p.m. at Cross Timbers Middle School. #WeAreGCISD
The GCISD Hope Squads, a suicide prevention program built around the power of connection, gathered together for the annual Hope Squad Retreat, where they engaged in team-building, skill-building and planning for campus programming. Thank you to community partners such as the Grapevine Police Department, the Jordan Elizabeth Harris Foundation and the First Baptist Church of Grapevine for making this fun event possible for Hope Squads around the district. #WeAreGCISD 🛟
Congratulations to the two Cross Timber Middle School teams that recently participated in the Affiliate Level Mid-Cities Destination Imagination tournament hosted by Haltom Middle School. The teams placed first and second in their challenges, which qualified them for the Lone Star Finals State Tournament. The tournament will be held at The University of Texas at Arlington on April 12 and 13. Congratulations wolves! #WeAreGCISD
🛑Community Bond Presentation🛑
As a reminder, the first community bond presentation will be held tonight, March 6, at 6 p.m. in Colleyville Middle School. Please join us to learn more about the 2024 GCISD Bond. #WeAreGCISD
The GCISD Job Fair is a little over one month away! On Saturday, April 6, join us at Cross Timbers Middle School from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. to learn about career opportunities and participate in on-site interviews. We are hiring educators in all areas, including:
⭐️Elementary School
⭐️Middle School
⭐️High School
⭐️Bilingual Staff
⭐️Coaches
⭐️Learning Liaisons
⭐️Special Education
⭐️Speech Pathologists
⭐️And Much More
RSVP today: https://tinyurl.com/gcisd-job-fair
Today is Election Day for the 2024 Primary Election. Tarrant County voters can visit any Vote Center to place their ballot. As a reminder, Heritage Elementary and Timberline Elementary are serving as polling locations today, so families may experience more traffic than usual in those locations throughout the day.
Click here to see the full list of polling locations:
https://www.tarrantcountytx.gov/content/dam/main/elections/2024/pm24/locations/PM24_Vote_Center_Locations.pdf
⭐️Gold Card Meeting Reminder⭐️
GCISD residents who are 65 years or older, please join us at the Administration Building at 1 p.m. today, March 5, for an informational meeting and earn a Gold Card. Cardholders receive free general admission to all athletic competitions, theatrical productions and musical events hosted by GCISD.
Learn more about the Gold Card Program: https://www.gcisd.net/gold-card
It's Educational Diagnostician Week! We want to take a moment to extend our heartfelt appreciation to our incredible educational diagnosticians. Your dedication to identifying student needs and ensuring every learner thrives does not go unnoticed. Thank you for all you do! #WeAreGCISD
This week, we're celebrating National School Social Worker Week! They play a vital role in ensuring the well-being and success of our students. We're incredibly grateful for the dedication and support of our amazing school social workers. #WeAreGCISD
