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Aspiring Leaders Academy
GISD teachers and faculty were invited to apply to the 2025-2026 Aspiring Leaders Academy. The ALA provided high quality professional learning for educators who are striving to gain the knowledge and tools to be more effective leaders. Throughout the year, the cohort of aspiring leaders will cover topics which are designed to support leadership development in the following areas: Transformational Leadership, Instructional Vision, Data-Based Decision Making, High-Performing Teams, Creating a Culture of Equity, Data-Based Decision Making, Recognizing & Growing Great Instruction, and Distributive Leadership.
At the May Board of Trustees meeting, these individuals will be recognized for completing the program.
2025-2026 Aspiring Leaders: Elizabeth Spradlin, Madelyn Beane, Jennifer Schoonover, Andrea Scott, and Brittney Werner
We look forward to seeing these future leaders grow!
Every month, visual arts from one of our campuses is featured at the Board of Trustees meeting. This month was Gainesville High School presented by Robin Perkins, lead GISD VA teacher and GHS VA teacher. Thank you Mrs. Perkins for showcasing the visual arts programs throughout GISD!
Sadie Larraga & Ethan Torres
Shanik Gonzalez & George Fields
Gabriel Estrada Lugo
Fernando Solis-Ornelas
Luke Alonso
Emori Aviles
Jayden Meza
Rosalia Bazaldua
William Cabral
Liam Ridge-Christensen
Credit Scores & More!
Austin Reiter, a loan officer at First State Bank, presented information to the culinary arts students about understanding the importance of credit scores and how to establish and maintain good credit. Students will explore loan applications and credit cards as part of their personal finance module.
GJH golf!
GJH Golf is back in full swing! Our students are excited for the upcoming golf season.
Nominate at GISD staff member for a High Five Award!
The Leopard High Five program is a way to salute any Gainesville ISD employee who goes above and beyond for our students, staff, and community. Whether you are a parent impressed with a specific interaction with your child, or you are a coworker who thinks the campus secretary doesn't hear often enough about the great job she is doing - you can send a Leopard High Five! Nominations can be made by any staff member, parent, or community member, and any GISD employee is eligible to be nominated for a High Five.
All nominations should include a specific example of how this staff member has gone above and beyond for a student, a peer, or the community and must align with one or more of our GISD core beliefs: Equity, Excellence, Diversity, Innovation, Partnership, Safe and Comfortable Environment.
Stayalert
As a vital partner within our district, we want to take this opportunity to inform you about our district’s participation in the StayALERT School Safety Program. StayALERT is a safe and secure place to confidentially or anonymously report unsafe behaviors, suspicious activities, bullying, acts of violence, harassment, and any other school safety concern. Download the app to quickly make a report. Users may report concerns 24/7/365 via any of the five reporting modes:
1) Call or Text 1-206-406-6485
2) Report Online: www.stayalert.info
3) Send an E-mail: report@stayalert.info
4) Download the app: www.stayalert.info/stayalertapp
In a time when concerns for school and student safety are paramount, we would ask that you be aware of this tool for both your own use and to help bring awareness to the students within our district.
Note: StayALERT is NOT a substitute for reporting an emergency. Please call 911 or your local police, fire or EMS if there is an urgent situation.