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Garcia Selected to Serve on TEA STAAR Committee
Mr. Isreal Garcia, teacher at W.E. Chalmers Elementary, was selected by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) to serve on the STAAR Spanish Grade 4 Reading Item Review Committee this summer (July 17–18, 2025).
The development of high-quality assessments for our students across the state depends on the knowledge and expertise of educators like Mr. Garcia. Nearly 1,000 educators from across Texas participated in this process, reviewing test items, evaluating appropriateness, and ensuring content reflects both rigor and relevance. Mr. Garcia’s contributions not only benefit Gainesville ISD but will impact students across the state for years to come.
We are proud of Mr. Garcia’s commitment to his profession and grateful for the way he represented Gainesville ISD in this important work. His service is a reminder of the impact that GISD teachers are making not just within our classrooms, but also at the state level.
If you are interested in participating in future TEA educator review committees, I encourage you to learn more and apply. These opportunities provide valuable hands-on experience with state assessment materials while allowing you to provide direct feedback that shapes testing in Texas. You can find more information and the application link here: TEA Educator Committees.
Thank you for the daily work you do to provide our students with the very best education. Please join me in congratulating Mr. Garcia for his leadership and service
2025 Bond Oversight Committee
The Bond Oversight Committee, appointed by GISD Board of Trustees, ensures that the projects remain accurate to the voter-approved 2025 bond program. While this committee has no legal authority to make any decisions regarding the 2025 Bond, the committee will monitor the bond projects to make sure they are completed on time, with quality and within budget. The committee will serve a vital role in providing feedback to the GISD Board of Trustees and GISD Administration about the 2025 Bond.
Please follow the link below for more information, including the committee application, required meeting dates, and more.
Join the Parent Advisory Committee! ¡Únase al Comité Asesor de Padres!
The dates have been set for the 2025-2026 Parent Advisory Committee meetings. If you would like to join, please complete the google form below. Meetings will be held from 5 - 6:30pm at the GISD administration building at 900 N. Grand Avenue.
Parent Advisory Meetings: October 6, December 8, February 2, and April 21
Se han fijado las fechas para las reuniones del Comité Asesor de Padres del ciclo escolar 2025-2026. Si desea participar, complete el formulario de Google a continuación. Las reuniones se llevarán a cabo de 5:00 p. m. a 6:30 p. m. en el edificio administrativo de GISD, ubicado en 900 N. Grand Avenue.
Reuniones de asesoramiento para padres en español: 7 de octubre, 16 de diciembre, 3 de febrero, 22 de abril
>>>haga clic para unirse<<<
Join the School Health Advisory Committee
The Gainesville ISD School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) is a group of dedicated individuals representing segments of the community, to provide advice to the district on coordinated school health programming and its impact on student health and learning. The SHAC assists the district in ensuring that local community values are reflected in the district's health education instruction.
The SHAC will meet four times throughout the year: September 10, November 19, February 18, April 27. All meetings will be held at the administration building at 900 N. Grand from 5:30 - 6:30 pm.
To join the SHAC, please complete this google form>>> https://forms.gle/PVaos9iVhm5x41N97
Visit the SHAC website for more information.
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.
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.
