At last night’s meeting, Trustees recognized GCISD’s 19 National Merit Semifinalists. They received this honor for being among the highest-scoring students, representing less than one percent of seniors, who took the PSAT/NMSQT in November 2024. Semifinalists can continue in the competition to possibly be named a National Merit Finalist and earn one of 6,930 scholarships. Congratulations!
Shout out to Bear Creek Elementary School special education assistant Kent Bushart for two big wins at the state fair for his paper artistry. Kent’s Christmas table decoration won the Director’s Award, which is selected from all of the Arts & Crafts entries for superior craftsmanship and creativity. His other entry, depicting space, won Best in Show in the State Fair Category theme, which this year is Texas Shines Bright.
Enjoy pictures from Colleyville Heritage High School’s homecoming game on Friday! We also want to give special recognition to the Panteras who celebrated their 30th line with an alumni performance during pre-game.
Great job to our Junior Captains at Friday night’s game: Bransford Elementary School second grader Makayla Richardson and O.C. Taylor Elementary School fifth grader Raydaan Darediya. Thank you to Grapevine-Colleyville Education Foundation Vice President of Community Relations Chelsea Rose for giving our Junior Captains a warm welcome.
Yesterday, Timberline Elementary School had a visit from Cliburn in the Classroom. The program focuses on classical music and, in this lesson, students learned how composers around the world incorporate their countries’ traditions and sounds to classical music. The program already visited Bransford Elementary School and Colleyville Elementary School. In October, they will visit Heritage Elementary School.
We had a great turnout at College and Career Night yesterday! Join us in showing appreciation to our GCISD counseling team and campuses for hosting this annual event to help students prepare for their futures.
Today is National Teaching Assistants Day! On this day we celebrate our dedicated paraprofessionals who play a crucial role in supporting teachers in the classroom. They assist with lesson preparation, work one-on-one with students and support teachers in many ways to help our students succeed! #WeAreGCISD
With many fans expected to attend the Colleyville Heritage High School homecoming game tomorrow at Mustang Panther Stadium, GCISD Athletics has posted a list of overflow parking options: www.gcisd.net/page/athletics
GCISD Extended Learning’s new Discovery Workshops are getting off the ground fast and adding more afterschool fun and learning! While the workshops are for specific grade levels, they are open to students across the district. Check out the October workshops:
🎶“Let’s Dance” for kindergarten-third grade
Learn the basics of jazz, hip hop and pom
Tuesdays and Thursdays, October 7-30
Flyer and registration: https://my.peachjar.com/district/1610/flyer/2921173
📣“Cheer FUNdamentals” for third-fifth grade
Discover the excitement of cheerleading, including basics, chants and spirit
Mondays and Thursdays. October 6-30.
Flyer and registration: https://my.peachjar.com/district/1610/flyer/2933419
🎶“Let’s Dance” for kindergarten-third grade
Learn the basics of jazz, hip hop and pom
Tuesdays and Thursdays, October 7-30
Flyer and registration: https://my.peachjar.com/district/1610/flyer/2921173
📣“Cheer FUNdamentals” for third-fifth grade
Discover the excitement of cheerleading, including basics, chants and spirit
Mondays and Thursdays. October 6-30.
Flyer and registration: https://my.peachjar.com/district/1610/flyer/2933419
ICYMI: Check out pictures from Colleyville Heritage High School’s homecoming parade. The homecoming celebration continues at Friday Night Lights as the Panthers take on Argyle High School.
Visit GCISD Athletics for ticket information, stadium guidelines and parking options: www.gcisd.net/page/athletics.
Visit GCISD Athletics for ticket information, stadium guidelines and parking options: www.gcisd.net/page/athletics.
Tomorrow is GCISD’s College and Career Night for parents and students. Come out to connect with 130+ representatives from universities, community colleges, technical schools and the military. The event is from 6-7:30 p.m. at Grapevine High School.
Bransford Elementary School music teacher Ashley Benson was selected by the North Texas Performing Arts as their Outstanding Elementary Performing Arts Educator. She was surprised with the news last night during rehearsal. The award celebrates elementary educators who go above and beyond to inspire students and provide meaningful arts education experiences. Congratulations!
We kicked off the fall 2025 Leadership GCISD last night! The class includes parents, staff, community members and business leaders who will gain a valuable understanding of the district. GCISD’s Academics Team led the first session and shared how the district supports high-quality instruction and student learning. Thank you to Loveria Caffe in Colleyville for donating dinner for the class! Businesses interested in partnering with the district as dinner sponsors may contact GCISD Communications at info@gcisd.net.
Colleyville Heritage High School’s homecoming parade is tomorrow, starting at 6:30 p.m. on Heritage Avenue. After the parade, stay for the fireworks show and pep rally. We hope to see you there!
Volunteers are still needed for GCISD Career and Technical Education program mock interviews happening on September 30 and October 1. Sign up for a day/time of your choice.
More information: https://bit.ly/25MockInterview
More information: https://bit.ly/25MockInterview
Reminder for GCISD residents 65 years+: Join us at 2 p.m., Thursday, September 25, at the Administration Building to hear an update from the district and receive a GCISD Gold Card. Cardholders receive free admission to district fine arts and athletic events (excluding playoffs). See you on Thursday!
More info: www.gcisd.net/page/gcisd-gold-card-program
More info: www.gcisd.net/page/gcisd-gold-card-program
Today was packed with learning as our educators attended professional development workshops across the district. Thank you to our Academics Team for planning and presenting the sessions!
Silver Lake Elementary students had a lot of fun in their music class on Thursday learning “La Raspa” Mexican folk dance and how to play the violin mariachi style. The learning experience was in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month.
Add a little more learning to your student’s afterschool time through GCISD Extended Learning’s new Discovery Workshops! A host of more workshops that will include coding, tutoring, volleyball and more are in the works, but they are kicking things off with a “Let’s Dance” class for kindergarten-third grade students across the district.
The class is Tuesdays and Thursdays, October 7-30, and students will learn the basics of jazz, hip hop and pom from the Colleyville Heritage High School Panteras director.
See the flyer and registration link: https://my.peachjar.com/district/1610/flyer/2921173
O.C. Taylor Elementary School students and siblings Addison and Lincoln Pedroza were the Junior Captains at Friday’s game. Addison is a pre-kindergartener and Lincoln is in second grade. Thank you to the Grapevine-Colleyville Education Foundation for sponsoring the program and to Jennifer Brecht from their Board of Directors for welcoming our Junior Captains.
