December Update

Dear Bearkat Community,

As we step into December, there’s a special sense of warmth and anticipation that fills our schools. Students are finishing the semester strong, traditions are taking shape, and the spirit of the season brings joy to our hallways. It’s a wonderful moment to reflect on the learning, growth, and resilience we’ve seen so far this year.

December also reminds us of the importance of balance. While students work toward finishing the semester with purpose, we are also finding time to celebrate accomplishments, encourage one another, and focus on the values that guide us—love, joy, hope, and peace. These moments of reflection and connection help strengthen the sense of community our students depend on.

We are incredibly thankful for our families and community partners whose constant support lifts our students every day. As we move into the holiday season, may we continue to embrace what matters most: connection, gratitude, and the steady hope that comes from learning and growing together.

Let’s continue Achieving Excellence Together!

Mallory Marr
Proud Superintendent

Planning for the 2024 Bond Projects is moving full speed ahead, and we’re excited to share the progress. In December, crews will begin preparing the site pad for the new building, marking the first visible step in this transformative work. As we move into January, construction drawings will be finalized, bringing even more clarity to the vision we are creating alongside our partners at CADCO.

By February, we’ll officially break ground on the new building—a major milestone for our district. And as spring arrives, May will bring the start of construction on the new tennis courts.

Updated architectural drawings and newly added exterior renderings are now available—click here to see how the project is beginning to take shape.

Our Junior High and Elementary UIL teams both won district! We are extremely proud of their hard work, dedication, and the way they represented GCISD with excellence. This accomplishment reflects countless hours of practice, strong teamwork, and the commitment of both our students and coaches.

Between both teams, we placed in the top three in 50 events, showcasing the incredible depth of talent across all grade levels. We couldn’t be more excited to celebrate their achievements and look forward to watching their continued success in the years to come.

Our talented FFA students are gearing up for an exciting December as they advance to the State FFA LDE Contest! Their hard work, dedication, and countless hours of preparation have earned them this incredible opportunity to compete at the highest level. We are proud of their leadership, communication skills, and commitment to excellence. Please join us in cheering them on as they represent our district with Bearkat pride at the state competition!

As we move into the Middle of Year (MOY) assessment window, students will take the NWEA MAP tests in reading, math, and some in science. These assessments help us measure each student’s academic growth since the beginning of the year and guide our next steps in instruction. MAP scores provide teachers with valuable insight into strengths, areas for support, and individualized learning goals. We are proud of the progress our students have made so far and look forward to using this data to continue supporting their success throughout the spring semester.