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Today our students and staff were sporting college gear in celebration of College Colors day! In GCISD, this day is one of many ways we help students get excited about their future by raising college awareness.

Parents, do you have a technology question or issue? Whether it's a concern with your own parent access for Skyward or Canvas, or a technical issue your student is experiencing, join GCISD’s Technology for its first online open office session from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on September 11.

Link will be posted on GCISD’s Technology page: www.gcisd.net/page/parent-technology-academy

Families: Mark your calendars for GCISD’s College & Career Night from 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, September 25, at Grapevine High School. In addition to connecting with colleges, military and technical school representatives, GCISD counselors will also hold presentations about completing the federal financial aid form.

Congratulations to last night’s board meeting honorees. Trustees recognized the Cross Timbers Middle School MisGnomers team for earning the prestigious Renaissance Award at the Destination Imagination Global Finals. Also celebrated was the Colleyville Heritage High School Honor Band, which placed fifth at the state competition—the highest in school history!

Tomorrow, August 26, is GCISD’s Parent Tech Academy at 6 p.m. on Webex. If you’re a parent who wants to know how to stay informed about your child’s technology use at school and home, this is a session you won’t want to miss.

Webex video link: http://bit.ly/4fKq1z1

Show your spirit on Friday, August 29, for College Colors Day and the first home varsity football game of the season! Wear your college gear during the day to celebrate college awareness and share pictures using #WeAreGCISD. Later, come out to cheer Grapevine High School football at Mustang Panther Stadium. For ticket information, schedules, and stadium policies, visit the GCISD athletics page: www.gcisd.net/page/athletics.

Do you know a GCISD employee who goes above and beyond for students or colleagues? Nominate them for Stars of GCISD and help us recognize the amazing difference that they make in our district.

Nominate them today: www.gcisd.net/page/stars-of-gcisd

GCISD high school students: The district’s communications internship program begins next week at the first home varsity football game of the season. Level up your skills while making new friends and gaining real-world experience in photography, videography and more.
Apply today: www.gcisd.net/page/communications-internship-program

At today’s Grapevine Chamber of Commerce meeting, Superintendent Dr. Brad Schnautz spoke about GCISD's priorities, recent highlights and accomplishments, and the excitement around the new school year. He was joined by Grapevine High School senior Luke Ghormley, who shared his student experience about how GCISD has supported him throughout his educational journey and set him up for success following graduation.

Check out the Bond 2024 construction work that took place this summer. An update was presented at the July regular meeting that covers work at the GCISD Swim Center, Colleyville Heritage High School, Colleyville Elementary, Heritage Elementary, Cross Timbers Middle School and the Transportation Department.

Watch the update here: www.youtube.com/live/ATMA1Zt0-C8?feature=shared&t=13835

Thank you to all of our GCISD residents 65+ who attended our meeting today and received their Gold Card. The Gold Card grants free admission to fine arts and athletic (excluding playoffs) events hosted by GCISD. Mark your calendars to attend one of our future sessions.

2025-2026 Gold Card meetings: www.gcisd.net/page/gcisd-gold-card-program

Are you a parent looking to stay informed about your child’s technology use at school and home? Then you want to attend GCISD’s Parent Tech Academy at 6 p.m., Tuesday, August 26, on Webex.

Webex video link: http://bit.ly/4fKq1z1

Grapevine Colleyville’s FFA (Future Farmers of America) hosted its kickoff meeting of the school year yesterday at Nash Farm. Students from grades 3-12 had a blast getting to meet new friends, see animals, and learn about GCISD’s Career and Technical Education Agricultural and Animal Science programs.

The first Gold Card meeting of the school year for GCISD residents 65+ is tomorrow! Join us at 9 a.m., Wednesday, August 20, at the Administration Building to get your Gold Card, which grants free admission to fine arts and athletic (excluding playoffs) events hosted by GCISD. Please arrive 10 minutes early to check in.

Info: www.gcisd.net/page/gcisd-gold-card-program

The Grapevine High School Mustang Band is partnering in another Post Malone-related event! 🎶 This time it’s at the American Cancer Society’s 52nd Annual Cattle Baron's Ball on Saturday, October 25, at Southfork Ranch. 🤠 Congratulations! 🎉Watch a clip of the band’s performance at Posty’s previous event.

Class of 2026: GCISD Athletics is opening up Mustang Panther Stadium from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, August 27, for families to take senior pictures. Guests will have access to the field and bleachers only. Bring your camera or photographer to capture the special moments.

GCISD residents 65 years and older: Don’t miss our first Gold Card session of the year at 9 a.m., Wednesday, August 20, at the Administration Building. The Gold Card grants entry to fine arts and athletic events (excluding playoffs) hosted by GCISD.

If you can’t make this one, see additional dates: www.gcisd.net/page/gcisd-gold-card-program

Are you ready for some football? Check out the varsity football schedule and stadium expectations on the GCISD Athletics page and come out to cheer our Panthers and Mustangs!

Reminder that varsity football season tickets are available for purchase until noon of the respective school’s first home game.

GCISD athletics: www.gcisd.net/page/athletics

Junior Captain applications are open through tomorrow, Friday, August 15. PreK-fifth grade students can apply for the opportunity to go on the field to deliver the game ball. Thank you to our Grapevine-Colleyville Education Foundation for this program.

Application: https://gcedfoundation.org/gcisd-junior-football-captain/

GCISD’s Journey for the 2025-2026 school year is officially underway. Check out some of the memorable pictures from the first day. Remember, there is no place like GCISD!