Glenhope Elementary students and teachers volunteered at Grapevine's Arbor Day event on November 2, organized by Keep Grapevine Beautiful and the city’s Parks and Recreation department. This event is part of Glenhope’s fifth-grade community service initiative, where students regularly volunteer in the community. Past efforts have included organizing a lemonade stand for GRACE, playing board games with individuals with special needs, volunteering at an animal shelter, visiting a retirement home and participating in community clean-ups. Great job, Gators!
9 months ago, Grapevine-Colleyville ISD
GHES students working outside digging
Colleyville Heritage High School senior Nicole Namy was recently named the Texas Girls State Samsung American Legion Scholarship finalist, advanced to the national level, and selected as one of 10 national runners-up out of a field of 4,955 applicants, earning a $5,000 scholarship. Since the scholarship's inception, this is only the third time a Texas Girls State honoree has advanced to receive a national-level scholarship. Congratulations, Nicole! Read our story about GCISD students participating in Texas Girls State and Texas Boys State this past summer: www.gcisd.net/article/1673991
9 months ago, Grapevine-Colleyville ISD
Colleyville Heritage High School senior Nicole Namy
On Tuesday, November 5, Mayor Tate presented the CHHS golf team with the Gallacher Cup at the Grapevine City Council Meeting. This trophy celebrates their victory in a competitive golf tournament against West Lothian, our sister city school from Scotland, during the team’s recent visit to the Lone Star State. #WeAreGCISD
9 months ago, Grapevine-Colleyville ISD
Mayor Tate with the CHHS Golf Team
In preparation for this Friday's Red Rail Rivalry game, CHHS Coach Jerry Edwards and GHS Coach Bob DeBesse, along with a few of their players, spoke at this week’s Grapevine Rotary Club luncheon. They shared insights into their programs, and the community had the chance to wish the teams good luck! #WeAreGCISD
9 months ago, Grapevine-Colleyville ISD
GHS & CHHS Football teams
The CHHS Premier Panteras and the GHS Fabulous Fillies participated in the inaugural DFW Area Texas Dance Educators' Association Dance/Drill Team Fall Assessment on Monday, November 4. Both teams earned a Division I rating, the highest rating awarded. Congratulations to our talented Panteras and Fillies! #WeAreGCISD
9 months ago, Grapevine-Colleyville ISD
CHHS Panteras
GHS Fillies
Did you know that GCISD’s tax rate is one of the lowest in North Texas? If voters approve a three-cent increase to the Maintenance and Operations (M&O) tax rate through the VATRE, the district would still rank among the lowest rates in the area. Learn more about Proposition A and what's at stake by visiting www.gcisd.net/VATRE.
9 months ago, Grapevine-Colleyville ISD
Tax Rate COmparison. A look at neighboring district's current total tax rates. (per $100 of property valuation)
Help us wish the CHHS band luck at the UIL 5A State Band Competition! On Sunday, November 3, guests are invited to arrive at the band hall starting at 9:30 a.m. for a state send-off. The band will depart at 10:00 a.m. to begin their journey to the Alamodome in San Antonio. Join us to cheer on these talented students as they make their way to state! #WeAreGCISD
9 months ago, Grapevine-Colleyville ISD
CHHS Band performing on a football field
⚠️GCISD Student Holiday Reminder⚠️ GCISD students, excluding Collegiate Academy and iUniversity Prep, will not have school on November 4-5 for professional development days. We hope our students enjoy a fun and safe weekend. https://www.gcisd.net/events
10 months ago, Grapevine-Colleyville ISD
No School This excludes Collegiate Academy and iUniversity Prep. November 4-5
Tomorrow, November 1, is the last day for early voting. Before you go to the polls, know what's on your ballot. If Proposition A: the Voter Approved Tax Ratification Election (VATRE) passes, the $6 million in additional revenue would be used to fund daily operating expenses such as staff, instruction, transportation, maintenance, utilities and extracurricular activities. Learn more by visiting www.gcisd.net/VATRE.
10 months ago, Grapevine-Colleyville ISD
If passed, how would Proposition A be used? The $6 million would be used to fund daily operating expenses such as staff, instruction, transportation, maintenance, utilities and extracurricular activities.
This week, Heritage Elementary School students showed off their love of reading and fall by designing and painting pumpkins as their favorite books to display in the Learning Commons. The Book Character Pumpkin Patch was a great way to showcase their artistic skills and celebrate the season! #WeAreGCISD
10 months ago, Grapevine-Colleyville ISD
The bad seed book next to a pumpkin painted as a seed
Last night, Argyle Liberty Christian and Grapevine High School played the first outdoor stadium volleyball match in Texas high school sports history at Liberty Christian’s Warrior Stadium. The game was under the bright lights and in 20-mile-an-hour winds on a court used for the last three NCAA Volleyball Championships. Despite the different conditions, the Mustangs won in four sets. Congratulations!
10 months ago, Grapevine-Colleyville ISD
GHS Volleyball team photo
Are you ready for the final Principals Month highlight? Let’s celebrate Collegiate Academy’s Principal, Lauren Jackson! Her favorite thing about CA is the achievement-focused mindset shared by students and staff alike. Thank you, Ms. Jackson, for your dedication to your school and GCISD! #WeAreGCISD
10 months ago, Grapevine-Colleyville ISD
How long have you been principal? Almost one year! I've served in many roles at GCISD Collegiate Academy over the last eight and a half years. What makes you excited to come to work every day? The achievement-focused mindset of our students and staff alike is nothing short of remarkable. What is your favorite GCISD memory? Pickleball with our CA team at Convocation. What is one lesson you think students should learn by the time they have graduated from GCISD? The importance of resilience. Realizing that setbacks may be part of the journey and the opportunity to persevere will always serve them.
Only a few days remain before early voting closes. Before heading to the polls, make sure you're informed about Proposition A: the Voter-Approved Tax Ratification Election (VATRE). Did you know that even with the three additional "golden pennies" from the passage of the VATRE, the total tax rate (Maintenance & Operations plus Interest & Sinking) will be lowered by $0.0014 from the 2023 total tax rate? This is due to state compression on the M&O tax rate and a board-approved decrease on the Interest & Sinking tax rate. Learn more: www.gcisd.net/proposition-a
10 months ago, Grapevine-Colleyville ISD
Even with the three additional ‘golden pennies’ from the passage of the VATRE, the total tax rate would be $0.0014 lower than the 2023 rate. Proposition A Fact
Happy Principals Month, Principal Weiche! Today, we’re celebrating iUniversity Prep principal Desiree Weiche. Her favorite GCISD memory is the "Wisely Road Trip," where she drove this owl-some mascot around the state to meet potential new students. Comment below to help us wish Mrs. Weiche a happy Principals Month! #WeAreGCISD
10 months ago, Grapevine-Colleyville ISD
What is one lesson you think students should learn by the time they have graduated from GCISD? I hope that all students graduate with a strong sense of self-worth, knowing that they can persevere through anything life brings their way. What are the top three must-have office items? My extra screens, earbuds and sticky notes. What is your favorite GCISD memory? Our Wisely road trip! We drove her around the state to meet with potential new Owls and to see some of our returning owls. What is your proudest achievement? Earning my Masters degree and moving into leadership at iUPrep is something that I am proud of.
Early Voting ends on November 1, and Election Day is November 5! Have you checked out our voter-approved tax ratification election (VATRE) resources to answer your questions about GCISD’s Proposition A? Our helpful tools include an FAQ page, VATRE clarifications, ballot language explanations and the latest VATRE news. Visit www.gcisd.net/VATRE to get started.
10 months ago, Grapevine-Colleyville ISD
Do you have questions about GCISD’s voter-approved tax ratification election (VATRE)? www.gcisd.net/VATRE Visit our website!
Principals Month is almost over, but we aren’t done celebrating our amazing school leaders! Help us celebrate Principal Derek Cain and learn more about this panther. His favorite CHHS memory is sitting on the stage at graduation and watching his students celebrate their accomplishments. Happy Principals Month, Mr. Cain! #WeAreGCISD
10 months ago, Grapevine-Colleyville ISD
What is your favorite GCISD memory? I love sitting on the stage at graduation. At the end of the ceremony, as students are about to throw their hats as high as they can, every one of those students has accomplished something! You can see the satisfaction on their faces. They are truly happy! What is one lesson you think students should learn by the time they have graduated from GCISD? The most persistent person often achieves far more! What is your proudest achievement? I love being the Dad of my three girls. What makes you excited to come to work every day? I love working with our students, staff, and community! CHHS is a great place to be!
Congratulations to Timberline Elementary School staff for being one of the top three schools in the Grapevine-Colleyville Education Foundation’s Annual Employee Giving campaign. RBFCU is partnering with the foundation to present each of the three top campuses with $500. They visited Timberline on Friday, October 25. Who will be the third campus? Stay tuned for that announcement to be made soon.
10 months ago, Grapevine-Colleyville ISD
6 people standing around one person who is holding money
Attention GCISD Families! Each school year, we offer a testing window for Gifted and Talented or ASPIRE services! Parents of fifth through 11th grade students may now refer their child for testing through Skyward. 🗓️ Referral Window: October 14 - November 5 🌐 Learn more: www.gcisd.net/page/advanced-academics
10 months ago, Grapevine-Colleyville ISD
Gifted and Talented (ASPIRE) referral window is open until November 5
Happy Principals Month to Dr. Jessica Jones from Bridges and VISTA! When asked what excites her about coming to work, she said she loves being able to create a welcoming environment for students who often struggle in traditional settings. Thank you, Dr. Jones, for positively supporting your students and staff! #WeAreGCISD
10 months ago, Grapevine-Colleyville ISD
What is your favorite GCISD memory? My favorite GCISD memories are when former students come back to Bridges to visit and tell us about their successes! What makes you excited to come to work every day? Being able to provide a welcoming environment for our students who often struggle in the comprehensive setting. What is one lesson you think students should learn by the time they have graduated from GCISD? If they want to achieve their goals, they have to surround themselves with people who will positively support them. What are the top three must-have office items? Notepad, pens and a charged laptop!
Do you know what the flashing lights on a bus mean? Yellow flashing lights mean the bus is preparing to stop, and motorists should slow down. Red flashing lights and extended stop arms mean the bus has stopped. Motorists must stop and wait until the lights stop flashing, the stop arm is retracted and the bus moves before driving again. Thank you for celebrating School Bus Safety Week with us! #WeAreGCISD
10 months ago, Grapevine-Colleyville ISD
School bus driver pointing to a stop sign on a bus