In honor of School Bus Safety Week, we are sharing important facts about bus safety. Have you ever wondered what the black lines on a school bus are for? They are impact-reinforcement rub rails, strategically placed at key locations on the bus. These rub rails are designed to assist rescue teams in quickly identifying safe areas to cut into the bus, providing additional access points in case doors or windows are not easily accessible.
Happy Principals Month to Mr. Schilleci. When asked what excites him about work, he said that the amazing staff at O.C. Taylor Elementary and the incredible community bring a smile to his face each day. Leave a comment and help us wish Principal Schilleci a ‘Happy Principals Month!’ #WeAreGCISD
🎓 Exciting Opportunity for Students! 🎓
Did you know that GCISD Collegiate Academy is now accepting applications? This Early College High School (ECHS) program gives students the chance to earn their high school diploma and an associate degree simultaneously—at no cost to their families! Through our partnership with Tarrant County College Northeast, students get a valuable head start on their college education.
GCISD Collegiate Academy is proud to be a National Blue Ribbon School recognized by the U.S. Department of Education for its commitment to academic excellence. Learn more: https://ca.gcisd.net/o/ca/page/application.
Bear Creek Elementary School had a heartwarming surprise on Friday, October 18. Army Specialist Johnathan Dash, who had been away training for seven months and is the uncle to a BCES pre-K student, surprised his family during dismissal. Thank you to BCES for making this a special welcome home filled with cheers and tears of happiness, and thank you Specialist Dash for your service.
Help us wish Grapevine Elementary School Principal Mrs. Hale a happy Principals Month! Her top three must-have items for her office include colorful pens, caffeine and pictures of her family. Thank you, Principal Hale, for making GES a great place to learn. #WeAreGCISD
Early voting begins today, Monday, October 21, and continues through Friday, November 1. Tarrant County registered voters can vote at any Vote Center location during Early Voting and on Election Day. Visit www.GCISD.net/VATRE to learn more about Proposition A: the Voter-Approved Tax Ratification Election (VATRE) and to view the early voting schedule.
Happy School Bus Safety Week! This week, we will be sharing facts about school bus safety. Our first fact is that, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), children are 70 times more likely to get to school safely in a school bus than in a car. #WeAreGCISD
Happy Principals Month, Mrs. Shimmick! Her Bronco staff and students are what make her excited to come to work each day. Help us celebrate Principal Shimmick by dropping a comment below. #WeAreGCISD
🗳️ Early voting starts next week! 🗳️
Early voting runs from October 21 through November 1, with Election Day on November 5. Do you know what's on the ballot? Learn more about Proposition A for GCISD and read the ballot language by visiting www.GCISD.net/vatre-ballot-language.
🎓 GCISD's annual College & Career Night is just around the corner! 🎓
Join us on Tuesday, October 22, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Grapevine High School to meet with representatives from over 120 universities, junior colleges, technical schools and military recruiters. The event is for all GCISD students. Plus, don't miss the FAFSA presentations at 6:15 and 6:55 p.m. in the lecture hall.
Today’s Principals Month highlight is Joshua Cassada from Colleyville Elementary School! He hopes that by the time students graduate from GCISD, they will develop a love of learning and the ability to become lifelong learners. Help us thank Principal Cassada for all he does for his CES Cowboys! #WeAreGCISD
Did you know that GCISD will have a lower overall tax rate with VATRE approval?
With the passage of the VATRE, the overall tax rate (Maintenance & Operations + Interest & Sinking) will be $0.0014 less than the 2023 rate of $0.9247 while generating approximately $6 million in revenue for district operations. Learn more information about how this is possible and find answers to your questions by visiting www.gcisd.net/vatre-faqs. Have a question that’s not addressed? Submit it through our form on the page!
Happy Principals Month to Mandy Alexander from Grapevine Middle School! Her favorite GCISD memory is when she had the honor of presenting her children with their high school diplomas. Do you have a favorite memory of Mrs. Alexander? Share it in the comments below! #WeAreGCISD
Tomorrow, October 16, is Unity Day, and we encourage everyone to wear orange. Started by PACER's National Bullying Prevention Center, the movement's call to action is to "Make it Orange and Make it End. Unite Against Bullying!" Share your pictures by tagging GCISD and using #WeAreGCISD.
GCISD will hold a community presentation about Proposition A: the GCISD Voter Approved Tax Ratification Election (VATRE) at 6 p.m. on Thursday, October 17, at the district’s Professional Development and Education Center.
If you can’t attend in person, you can watch a previous presentation that was given live on the district’s Facebook page or catch the recording on GCISD’s YouTube channel. For more details, including tax rate information and FAQs, visit www.GCISD.net/VATRE.
Get to know today’s Principal Month highlight, Heather Landrum! As the principal of Dove Elementary, she says her proudest achievement is being recognized by the GCISD Council of PTAs as a Friend of Children. Thank you, Principal Landrum, for your dedication and commitment to GCISD students and staff! #WeAreGCISD
Are you ready for today’s Principal Month Highlight? Dr. Bryan Calvert is having a great first year at Colleyville Middle School! His favorite GCISD memories have to be his first days as principal at both Bear Creek Elementary and CMS. Comment below to thank Dr. Calvert for all he does for GCISD! #WeAreGCISD
Except for Collegiate Academy, Monday, October 14, is a student/teacher holiday for all GCISD schools, including iUniversity Prep. Click the link to review the GCISD instructional calendar: https://www.gcisd.net/events.
Heading to Mustang Panther Stadium tomorrow for the CHHS homecoming game? Be sure to review the stadium clear bag guidelines, behavior expectations and other important information: www.gcisd.net/page/athletics
Help us wish Jill Hemme a Happy Principals Month! Her proudest achievement at Heritage Elementary is the relationship between the school and the PTA, which works hard to find ways to include everyone. Help us thank Principal Hemme by commenting with appreciation! #WeAreGCISD
