We enjoyed having MP lacrosse in the gym this week with 3rd, 4th and 5th grade. So many students learned about a new sport! #GESShineOn
🌟 Happy World Teachers' Day! 🌟 Today, we honor the amazing teachers who dedicate their lives to helping us learn and grow. What’s one lesson or memory from a teacher that has stuck with you? Share your stories below! 👇📚❤️ #WorldTeacherDay #GESShineOn
Join us on October 7th for the World Day of Bullying Prevention! 💙 Let's stand together against bullying by wearing our favorite boots and blue jeans on Monday!👖👢 #BullyingPrevention #StandTogether
🎓✨ Spotlight on Excellence: Courtney Ervin, Instructional Coach Extraordinaire!
As the "Liaison of the Stars," Courtney is lighting up the educational galaxy with her innovative coaching techniques and stellar support for teachers. Her passion for guiding educators to reach their full potential is truly out of this world! 🌠
Have you worked with an instructional coach who's made a difference in your classroom? We'd love to hear your stories! Share in the comments and let's celebrate the unsung heroes of education. 👩🏫👨🏫
Happy School Custodian Appreciation Day! 🎉 Today, we celebrate the hard work and dedication of our amazing custodial team! A special thank you to Ms. Anastasia, Mr. Nelson, and Ms. Debbie for keeping our school clean and welcoming every day! 💪✨ Who else wants to share their appreciation? Comment below! 👇❤️
Happy Teaching Assistant Appreciation Day! 🎉 Today, we celebrate the incredible dedication and hard work of TAs who go above and beyond to support students and faculty. Thank you for being the backbone of classrooms, always ready to help, explain, and guide. Your impact is invaluable! 💙 #GESShineOn
🎓 Tomorrow is college colors day at GES! Let’s show off our college pride! What colors or gear will you and your kids wear? Snap a pic and share it in the comments! Let’s see which college has the most spirit! 💙💛
🚫📚 Important Announcement: No School on Monday, 9/23! 🎉
Our groovy staff will be engaged in a full day of professional development to enhance your child's learning experience. We appreciate your support as we work to provide the best education possible.
How will you and your family spend this bonus day off? Share your plans in the comments below! 👇
🎉 Extra recess alert! 🎉 Mrs. Vo's class earned some well-deserved playtime by completing their hallway compliments chart! 🌟 Classes work hard to earn a reward by walking quietly and safely in our hallways. Way to go, kids! 🎉
Today we had our first Principal's Book Club after school for students and families. This month it was geared towards our PreK and Kindergarten students. Our theme was "Where the Wild Things Are." Mrs. Hale and Mrs. Wahpekeche read a fiction and non-fiction book while modeling reading strategies for families. Our students then had the opportunity to make a "wild thing" mask. It was a wildly great time!
Today we celebrate I.T. Professional's Day by shining a spotlight on the amazing Elsa Salazar! 🌟👩💻 Elsa's dedication to managing the tech needs of not one, but TWO schools is truly inspiring. Her hard work ensures that students and teachers have the digital tools they need to succeed. From troubleshooting to computer updates, Elsa does it all with a smile. 😊 Let's show our appreciation for the unsung heroes like Elsa who keep our educational technology running smoothly!
Our local Nothing Bundt Cakes in Southlake is promoting the Books and Bundts program again. All you need to do it track the minutes you read with your child each night. Once your child logs 400 minutes (20 minutes a night for 20 nights) they can take their tracking sheet to the store to claim their free Bundlet! You can print the tracking sheet here! https://bit.ly/4dZrqQs
🌟 Tomorrow is Dot Day! 🎉 Let’s celebrate creativity by wearing our favorite polka dots! See you tomorrow 📸👗💖 #DotDay #GESShineOn
Our little Texans are painting the town red, white, and blue today! 🔴⚪🔵 It's heartwarming to see kids dressed up to show their support for Texas First Responder's Day. From firefighters to paramedics, these brave men and women keep our communities safe every day. How are you and your family recognizing their service? Share your stories or photos in the comments! Let's spread the love for our local heroes. ❤️🚒🚑🚓
Just a friendly reminder that there will be no school on Labor Day. Take this opportunity to spend quality time with loved ones, catch up on rest, or engage in fun activities. How do you plan to make the most of this extra day off? Share your ideas in the comments below!
Get ready, parents! August 30th is National College Colors Day! 🎉🏫
Why not make it extra special this year? Dress your kids in their favorite college colors and send them off to school in style! It's a fun way to:
• Show school spirit 📣
• Teach kids about higher education 🎓
• Create awesome photo opportunities 📸
What college colors will your little ones be sporting? Share your pics in the comments below! 👇
📣 College Colors Day and AVID Day are both on Friday, August 30, and we invite the GCISD community to wear their favorite college gear! 📣
This annual celebration promotes college readiness and the spirit that embodies the college experience. Use #WeAreGCISD and tag GCISD to show your college pride. AVID, which stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination, is a college and career readiness system and elective course offered in all GCISD middle schools, Colleyville Heritage High School and Grapevine High School.
📣 Attention all parents! 📣
Tomorrow night is our much-anticipated Parent Information Night! 🌟
This is your golden opportunity to:
✅ Learn about our curriculum
✅ Understand our educational goals
✅ Ask questions
We believe that when parents and teachers work together, students thrive. So come join us for an evening of information, interaction, and inspiration!
Don't forget to bring your questions and enthusiasm! We're looking forward to seeing you all there!
Mark your calendars! Parent Information Night will be on August 29 from 6:00-7:00pm. Each teacher will hold 2 identical sessions at 6:00 and 6:30pm for families to learn more about the new grade level, classroom expectations, and how to help your child to be successful this school year. We hope you will join us!
Want to know how to find the School Menu online? School Menus, the district charge policy, menu item pricing and more can be found on the department's school menus web page. https://www.gcisd.net/page/school-menus
More information, including menu item nutritional information and allergens, may be viewed through the Nutrition Services web page or by downloading the MealViewer app available for download through the Apple Store or Google Play.
