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Update 12:31 p.m.: Power at OCT has been restored. We appreciate your patience and understanding.
Update 10:54 a.m.: Unfortunately, OCT is experiencing another partial power outage. All teams have been notified and are responding to the campus. Lunches are being served.
Update 10:34 a.m.: Issues with intermittent power outages at OCT have been resolved. Thank you to Oncor and our district maintenance and technology staff for their quick response.
Original Message 9:55 a.m.: O.C. Taylor Elementary is currently experiencing intermittent power outages. Students are being relocated to lighted areas and instruction is continuing. Oncor, district maintenance and technology staff are working to resolve the issue. The district’s Nutrition Services team is prepared to serve lunch as normal.
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Update 10:54 a.m.: Unfortunately, OCT is experiencing another partial power outage. All teams have been notified and are responding to the campus. Lunches are being served.
Update 10:34 a.m.: Issues with intermittent power outages at OCT have been resolved. Thank you to Oncor and our district maintenance and technology staff for their quick response.
Original Message 9:55 a.m.: O.C. Taylor Elementary is currently experiencing intermittent power outages. Students are being relocated to lighted areas and instruction is continuing. Oncor, district maintenance and technology staff are working to resolve the issue. The district’s Nutrition Services team is prepared to serve lunch as normal.
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Update 10:34 a.m.: Issues with intermittent power outages at OCT have been resolved. Thank you to Oncor and our district maintenance and technology staff for their quick response.
Original Message 9:55 a.m.: O.C. Taylor Elementary is currently experiencing intermittent power outages. Students are being relocated to lighted areas and instruction is continuing. Oncor, district maintenance and technology staff are working to resolve the issue. The district’s Nutrition Services team is prepared to serve lunch as normal.
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O.C. Taylor Elementary is currently experiencing intermittent power outages. Students are being relocated to lighted areas and instruction is continuing. Oncor, district maintenance and technology staff are working to resolve the issue. The district’s Nutrition Services team is prepared to serve lunch as normal.
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Update 9:22 a.m.: Power at CTMS has been restored and systems are beginning to come back online. Thank you all for your patience and understanding.
Original Message 7:19 a.m.: CTMS is currently experiencing a partial power outage. Oncor, district maintenance and technology staff are working to resolve the issue and the estimated time of full power restoration is 9 a.m. School will start at the normal time, with minor adjustments made to ensure that instruction continues.
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CTMS is currently experiencing a partial power outage. Oncor, district maintenance and technology staff are working to resolve the issue and the estimated time of full power restoration is 9 a.m. School will start at the normal time, with minor adjustments made to ensure that instruction continues.
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The first Principals Month shoutout of the week goes to Dr. Fingers of Grapevine High School! His favorite thing about being a principal is creating positive and lifelong experiences for students, staff and GHS families. Thank you, Dr. Fingers, for all you do for GHS. #WeAreGCISD
![What colleges did you go to? University of Arkansas, Lamar University & University of North Texas What do you like about being a principal? I like being able to play a role in creating positive and lifelong experiences for our students, staff, and GHS families. What's the best advice you've ever received? Chop wood, carry water. If you could pick up a new skill in an instant, what would it be? Acting. I love movies and plays and would love to give it a try.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/live_feed_image/image/5775116/large_bvHPE0h9yrKzG3wWjqNTZg.png)
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On October 20, we honored Collegiate Academy’s 10th anniversary with an outdoor celebration. Students, staff, alumni and families gathered to reflect on all CA has accomplished in 10 years and look forward to what's to come! Congratulations on this accomplishment, Collegiate Academy, and thank you to our partners at Tarrant County College for this decade of service to the students of GCISD! #WeAreGCISD
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Shoutout to the Junior Captain of last week’s football game, Nathaniel Torrez from Timberline Elementary School, for delivering the game ball and participating in the coin toss. We also want to thank the Grapevine-Colleyville Education Foundation for sponsoring our Junior Captains and for making it a memorable experience. #WeAreGCISD
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Update at 7:54 a.m.: All bus routes are back on schedule. Thank you for your patience.
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All buses have been able to begin their routes and we are expecting no more than a 15 minute delay. Thank you!
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This morning, the fire alarm was going off at GCISD's Transportation Building as bus drivers were arriving. The fire department is on the scene and staff is currently waiting for the all clear. However, all bus routes across the district will be delayed this morning. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
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For our last Principals Month Highlight of the week, we want to introduce you to Mr. Schilleci of O.C. Taylor Elementary School. His favorite part of being a principal is being able to serve and have a positive impact on so many teachers and students.
Thank you, Mr. Schilleci, for helping our students and teachers succeed daily. #WeAreGCISD
![What college did you go to? University of North Texas What do you like about being a principal? I love being able to serve and have a positive impact on so many teachers, students and community member's lives. What's the best advice you've ever received? People do not care how much you know until they know how much you care. If you could pick up a new skill in an instant, what would it be? I would love to learn Spanish!](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/live_feed_image/image/5748402/large_Z6QZyNhitwp237WEqQCwZw.png)
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Last week, CBS Texas visited Heritage Middle School to learn more about two-time cancer survivor Annabelle Grade Bartel, also known as “AG,” and her story of resilience. #WeAreGCISD #AGtough
Watch the story now: https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/video/on-your-corner-in-your-corner-grapevine-8th-grader-beats-cancer-twice/
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Tonight, the Mustang’s football team is facing off against OD Wyatt! Join us at 7:00 p.m. in Mustang Panther Stadium to cheer on your team. #WeAreGCISD
https://www.gcisd.net/page/athletics/
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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
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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
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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/
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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.
![What college did you go to? University of North Texas, Southern Methodist University & Texas Tech University What do you like about being a principal? I love serving our GCISD community by fostering STEM literate scholars ready for endless career possibilities! What's the best advice you've ever received? Lead by example, empower your team, and laugh everyday! If you could pick up a new skill in an instant, what would it be? I would love to develop a superpower skill like telepathy!](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/live_feed_image/image/5730579/large_EqzTv8un_bZNrBz2GREzWA.png)
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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
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