The recipients of the 2024 FAME (Foodservice Achievement Management Excellence Awards) have been announced, and GCISD’s very own director of nutrition services, Julie Telesca, was awarded FAME’s most prestigious honor, the Golden Foodservice Director of the Year Award.
Comment below to help us congratulate Julie Telesca! #WeAreGCISD
Click here to learn more: https://www.foodservicedirector.com/operations/2024-fame-award-winners-announced
Today is the last day of Bus Safety Week, and our Transportation team wants you to know that school buses are the safest mode of student transportation. #WeAreGCISD
ICYMI: NBC 5 and WFAA both shared a heartwarming moment that happened right here in GCISD yesterday. A 5th-grade class at Glenhope Elementary School surprised their classmate who couldn’t see certain colors with indoor and outdoor color blind glasses. Check out the full story through the links below! #WeAreGCISD
https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/colleyville-elementary-school-students-open-classmates-eys-up-to-color/3365399/
https://www.wfaa.com/video/news/local/texas-5th-graders-help-color-blind-classmate-see-colors/287-1a37a1c8-ed05-4dfe-b14a-97a90fa83bd4
Help us wish a 'Happy Principals Month' to the principal of Cannon Elementary School, Dr. Garrett. If she could pick up a new skill, it would be to develop a superpower skill like telepathy!
Thank you to Dr. Garrett for all she does to make her school a great place to learn.
School Bus Safety Tip #4 is here! Today, our transportation team wants you to know that buses stop at all railroad crossings.🚂Check back tomorrow for our last safety tip of the week. #WeArGCISD
GCISD’s Nutrition Services is pleased to announce that parents can now download the MySchoolBucks app to make online prepayments on their child’s school meal account and view transactions. There is a $2.75 processing fee for each transaction.
Learn more: https://www.gcisd.net/page/payments-and-refunds
⭐️Say hello to Mrs. Whiteside of Silver Lake Elementary. Her favorite things about being a principal are the students and how rewarding it is to work with families and teachers⭐️
Help us thank Mrs. Whiteside for all she does for SLES. #WeAreGCISD
📱Do you want to learn about the apps on your student's phone?📱
Join us at the Professional Development & Education Center (PDEC) on October 25 at 6:30 p.m. for our next Parent Tech Night. GCISD's Chief Technology Officer Kyle Berger will discuss apps that impact student's lives. You will learn about different apps and their features, potential risks, and how to discuss these apps with your children.
Applications for free and reduced meals are available at www.schoollunchapp.com and can be completed at any time during the school year. The sooner the application is approved, the sooner your child can begin to receive meals.
Learn more: https://www.gcisd.net/freeandreduced
🚌Are you ready to learn another school bus safety tip? 🚌
Tip #3 from our transportation team is to cross in front of the bus at least 10 feet away and make eye contact with the driver before crossing. #WeAreGCISD
Say hello to today’s principal highlight, Dr. Calvert from Bear Creek Elementary School. If he could quickly pick up a new skill, it would be successfully folding fitted sheets! Help us thank Dr. Calvert for all he has done to make a difference in the lives of others at BCES. #WeAreGCISD
🤔Do you know the common household items that could be used to hide or disguise drugs, alcohol, or tobacco?🤔
Take the test by walking through an interactive display at the “Hidden in Plain Sight Presentation '' from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, October 24 at GCISD’s PDEC. This presentation is only for parents. An interactive display will be available from 6-6:30 p.m. followed by a parent presentation from 6:30-7:30 p.m. and a panel discussion from 7:30-8 p.m.
Are you ready for GCISD’s annual College and Career Night? On October 17 from 7-8:30 p.m., Grapevine High School will host over 120 universities, many junior colleges and technical schools, as well as members from the military. #WeAreGCISD
🚌Get ready for School Bus Safety Week tip #2. Check out these tips from our Transportation Department that help keep our students safe.🚌
Tip #2: Watch for alternating flashing yellow and red lights and stop signs. These are signs that the bus is about to stop.
We are kicking off the Principals Month highlight for this week by introducing you to Mr. Cassada from Colleyville Elementary School. The best advice he has received is that you never know what type of day the other person is having, so be kind. Thank you, Mr. Cassada, for all you do! #WeAreGCISD
🚌GCISD is celebrating School Bus Safety Week by sharing tips from our Transportation Department that will keep you and your students safe around buses.🚌
Tip #1: Students should stay 10 feet from the bus! #WeAreGCISD
Great things are happening today at Bear Creek Elementary School. Thank you to the Euless Fire Department for visiting BCES to teach our students about fire safety. #WeAreGCISD
This morning, Evan the therapy dog brought smiles to Bear Creek Elementary School. Evan and his handler visit campuses around the area and bring joy to students. How cute is this pup🐕?
The last principals month highlight of the week goes to Mrs. Hale from Grapevine Elementary School. If she could learn a new skill instantly, it would be to speak a second language. Thank you to Mrs. Hale for all you do for GES! #WeAreGCISD
On October 12, Grapevine High and Colleyville Heritage cross country teams competed at the district championship meet where CHHS varsity boys won their first district championship in school history, and the varsity girls won their second straight district championship.
Learn more: https://www.gcisd.net/article/1288950
