GPISD Expands Curbside Meals to Provide for Weekend

To provide additional support to our families during this time, we are proud to announce that every Friday Galena Park I.S.D. will provide our students with food for the weekend! Beginning Friday, March 27, 2020, students who pick up their lunch from a curbside meal location will also receive breakfast and lunch for Saturday and Sunday.

Frequently Asked Questions & Important Information Regarding COVID-19

Galena Park I.S.D. continues to follow the guidance and recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Harris County Public Health Department and Harris County Office of Emergency Management concerning the recent news of the novel (new) coronavirus disease. Please note, the District is aggressively practicing social distancing and ask our school community to do the same. Families are strongly encouraged to please click here for more information.

Educational Resources/Learning Opportunities

Galena Park I.S.D. is committed to providing Educational Resources and Learning Opportunities to students for the duration of this closure period. In order to ensure ALL students have equal access to the resources, we have an online option, as well as paper packets for students who do not have an electronic device or internet access readily available at home. NOTE: The registration link for the paper packet will be active every Tuesday at noon to 11:59 p.m. on the following Sunday. You ONLY have to register once for a paper packet. Please find the directions for accessing the material here.

Important Message From GPISD Superintendent

Please take a moment to review this important message from Dr. Angi Williams. Included, you will find important information as Galena Park I.S.D. moves forward.

GPISD Technical Support

The GPISD Technology Department will provide support to students Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. The Technical Support offered is to assist students with accessing District resources; the support is not provided as technical support for personal hardware. Please email techsupport@galenaparkisd.com for assistance.

CTE Early College High School Enrollment Application

The Galena Park I.S.D. CTE Early College High School is accepting applications for students interested in enrolling for the 2020-2021 school year. Remember students must reside in the Galena Park I.S.D. boundaries and not be a current transfer from another district. Please email jhutchinson@galenaparkisd.com for more information.

Student Transfer Information

Information regarding student transfer dates for 2020-2021 school year is now available online.

What is the 2020 Census?

The 2020 Census counts every person living in the 50 states, District of Columbia, and five U.S. territories. The count is mandated by the Constitution and conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau, a nonpartisan government agency. A complete and accurate count is critical for you and our community because the results of the 2020 Census will affect community funding, congressional representation, and more! We want the Galena Park I.S.D. community to be counted. Learn more about the 2020 Census, and find out what you can do to help your community by following this story.

March Parent Connect Newsletter

For the remainder of the school closure, we will be providing a 'Monday Update' to recap and keep you up to date with the latest information, and happenings in GPISD. In Galena Park ISD, our students are extremely important to us and so are you. Please enjoy this edition of a newsletter especially designed for you. Thank you for taking the time to stay connected!

Expectations for Spectator Behavior

Galena Park ISD is committed to providing our students with the opportunity to participate in outstanding athletic programs. Please see our 2019-20 spectator behavior expectations letter on guidelines for providing the best sportsmanlike environment for our student athletes this year.

Removal of Unauthorized/Disruptive Persons

As of August 26, 2018 all school districts are subject to the Commissioner’s new rules regarding the removal of a disruptive person from a campus. More information regarding this new rule can be found in Chapter 37, section 37.105 of the Texas Education Code, which addresses: Unauthorized Persons, Refusal of Entry, Ejection, and Identification.

Blackboard Parentlink Notification System - TCPA

Galena Park ISD regularly provides mass notifications to parents, guardians, students, and faculty regarding weather closures, threat situations, event scheduling, or to provide other important education-related information. These messages not only drive positive educational outcomes, they can also save lives.