On October 11, 2023, GCISD will administer the PSAT 8/9 to 8th graders and the PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) to grades 9-11. Students in grades 8-11 will need to bring their charged GCISD-issued device and charger to school on 10/11.
This year, all high school students, regardless of whether they are taking the PSAT or not, will be expected to report to school at their regular start time of 8:40 a.m. All absences on this day will be documented as normal and will be factored into the requirements for exam exemptions.
Learn more: https://www.gcisd.net/page/psatnmsqt-information/
Homecoming Week!
October 2 is World Bullying Prevention Day. Join GCISD in wearing blue shirts and boots to kick off the 17th Annual World Day of Bullying Prevention. #WeAreGCISD
Join the GCISD Counseling team on October 24 in the Professional Development & Education Center to hear a presentation by the Stay on Track Coalition. From 6-8 p.m. parents will have the chance to learn about signs of drug and alcohol use. This presentation is for parents only. #WeAreGCISD
On October 11, 2023, GCISD will administer the PSAT 8/9 to 8th graders and the PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) to grades 9-11. Students in grades 8-11 will need to bring their charged GCISD-issued device and charger to school on 10/11.
Learn more: https://www.gcisd.net/page/psatnmsqt-information/
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has announced a temporary delay in the release of 2023 A-F accountability ratings for all districts and campuses across the State of Texas. The ratings were originally scheduled for release on September 28 and will now be delayed by approximately one month, according to the TEA’s press release.
Please view our website to learn more: https://www.gcisd.net/page/a-f-ratings
GHS Band Presents Percussion 2023 Showcase. GHS Percussion Studio Tuesday, September 19th at 5:15PM in the Band Marching Lot at GHS
Hidden in Plain Sight hosted by GCISD. Presented by the Stay on Track Coalition
October 24th, 2023 @ GCISD Professional Development Education Center. Located at 5800 Colleyville BLVD. Colleyville.
College & Career Night Tuesday, October 17th from 7PM - 8:30PM at Grapevine HS
Come join us for our annual College and Career Night! This is a chance for students and parents to connect with representatives from a variety of institutions. Participating Colleges, 120 Universities, Junior/ Community Colleges, Technical Schools and Military.
Raptor visitor management system is experiencing a system-wide service interruption. The vendor is working to get the issue resolved as soon as possible. If visiting campuses, please bring your ID as we are manually checking in visitors. Thank you for your patience as the vendor works to resolve this issue.
The 2023-2024 season begins today for your Lady Mustangs at Heart of Texas Championship at Pecan Valley GC hosted by CHHS. Good luck this weekend!
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Please join us for our first Parent Tech Academy of the school year at the Professional Development & Education Center (PDEC) on September 20th at 6:30 p.m. The technology department will discuss apps that parents use, such as Canvas, Skyward, Lightspeed and Seesaw. Parents will have the opportunity to learn about each app and how they can stay better informed about their child. #WeAreGCISD
Good afternoon Mustangs. Just a heads up, this Saturday Grapevine High School will be hosting an ACT administration on campus beginning at 7:30. Participants will need to enter the building through the TEC entrance on the south side. Please check the map for more details. If you have questions on this administration, please contact Aiman Zureikat at aiman.zureikat@gcisd.net.
AP Night September 13th at GHS Library 5:30PM to 7:30PM
Do you need help with the registration process of Advanced Placement? Join us for a come and go event for assistance registering and answering any questions.
Did you know that absences from class result in serious disruption of a student’s learning experience?
Up to 8 days per year (4 per semester) may be excused by a parent note for missed attendance beyond medical, approved excused, and statutorily exemptions. Vacations taken during the school year will be coded as unexcused absences.
Learn more by visiting our website: https://www.gcisd.net/o/gcisd/page/attendance
Coffee with the Principal, Thursday September 7th at 8AM in the GHS Library.
PTSA Meeting to follow at 9AM.
✏️Attendance matters✏️
Absences from class may result in serious disruption of a student’s learning and educational experiences. Up to 8 days per year (4 per semester) may be excused by a parent note for missed attendance beyond medical, approved excused, and statutorily exemptions. Vacations taken during the school year will be coded as unexcused absences.
Learn more about attendance by visiting our website: https://www.gcisd.net/o/gcisd/page/attendance
Effective 9/1/2023, Texas House Bill 114 requires a student to be placed in the Disciplinary Alternative Education Program (DAEP) if the student possesses, uses, or is under the influence of, or sells, gives, or delivers marijuana, THC, or an e-cigarette to another person within 300 feet of school property or at a school-related event.
Parent may find the full version of the Bill here: https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/88R/billtext/pdf/HB00114F.pdf
The District encourages all families to talk with their students regarding the dangers associated with vaping or drug usage and to discuss the implications of this new law with your children, emphasizing the importance of adhering to school policies and laws for their own welfare and for the betterment of the school community as a whole. Your cooperation and support in ensuring that our district remains a safe and healthy educational environment for our students is deeply appreciated.
Update 2:42 p.m.: Power has been restored, and we are releasing students to return to the normal school schedule. All shuttles between the two high schools will run at the usual times. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we worked to resolve the power issue at our campus.
Update 2:37 p.m.: Power is slowly returning in the building, but we remain in a Hold. GHS students shuttling back from CHHS will be transported at 3 p.m. (the normal time). We have determined that this is a GHS power issue. At this time, we are anticipating a normal dismissal.
Update 2:18 p.m.: GHS is currently on a Hold while crews continue to work on restoring power to the campus. Students needing to shuttle to CHHS have been released. CHHS students who take the shuttle after 2 p.m. will not go to GHS. Phones have been transferred to the GCISD main line. We will continue to provide updates.
Original Post 2:06 p.m.: Grapevine High School is currently without power. Facilities teams are aware and working to get this resolved as soon as possible. We will keep you updated with more information when it is available.
Update 2:18 p.m.: GHS is currently on a Hold while crews continue to work on restoring power to the campus. Students needing to shuttle to CHHS have been released. CHHS students who take the shuttle after 2 p.m. will not go to GHS. Phones have been transferred to the GCISD main line. We will continue to provide updates.
Original Post: Grapevine High School is currently without power. Facilities teams are aware and working to get this resolved as soon as possible. We will keep you updated with more information when it is available.