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Parent Access to Supplemental Supports (PASS)
GPISD - A Great Place To Be
The Parent Access to Supplemental Supports (PASS) program is a $400 online grant for parents/guardians of 3rd-grade students enrolled in a Texas public school.
Parents/guardians of eligible elementary students can use their grant funds online to shop in the marketplace for approved tutoring services that support reading growth.
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passhelp@region10.org
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A Great Place To Be
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Galena Park ISD is now hiring Bus Drivers and Bus Aides! Join a team dedicated to safely transporting students and supporting their success.
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At Galena Park ISD (GPISD), we Think Big about the future of our students, schools, and community, and on Wednesday, October 7, that vision came to life as GPISD celebrated an exciting construction milestone with a special beam signing ceremony for the new Multi-Use Facility.
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Library Materials for 30-day public review
Questions email: hmalloy@galenaparkisd.com
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Big Connections were on full display at the Chamber of Commerce State of the District luncheon held at San Jacinto College's Monument Room. Leaders and students from Galena Park ISD, Channelview ISD, and Sheldon ISD came together to celebrate public education and the students at the heart of our communities.
Together, we are building Big Connections and inspiring Big Dreams! 🎓🌟
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Dr. Moore's Monthly Message coming from Woodland Acres Middle School!
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The Galena Park Independent School District Athletic Department's vision is to create a strong, consistent “VIBE” across all athletic programs.
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Galena Park ISD (GPISD) administrators spent Saturday, September 19, making a Big Difference in students' and families' lives during the District's annual “Believe in Greatness” Dropout Recovery Walk.
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From October 12 to 18, 2026, Texas residents can apply to any Texas public college or university for undergraduate admission using the Apply Texas application without paying an application fee!
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Galena Park Independent School District proudly welcomed members of the Superintendent's Student Advisory Board (SAB) for their first meeting of the 2026–2027 school year on September 16, 2026.
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Galena Park ISD is proud to recognize Melanie Garza of Havard Elementary School
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Galena Park ISD is proud to recognize Cintya Pena Briones, the District 4 recipient of the 2026 Heroes for Children Award
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about Moores Monthly Message September
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Welcome Back to School!
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What a day on the green! We are still smiling from the 2026 Galena Park ISD Education Foundation Golf Tournament.
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Galena Park ISD has remained committed to supporting children in our community by offering free summer meals.
News & Events
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"You're Invited! 
Join us for our annual Harvest Festival on October 16th at 5:30 PM. There will be fun for the entire family!"
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We're hosting our Fall Festival on Friday, October 23rd, and would love for you to come out and support our campus/PTA!
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Bring the whole family to Sam Houston Elementary’s Fall Festival for an evening of fun with our school and community!
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Join us for an exciting day of family fun and fall festivities! Our Fall Festival is a family-friendly community event where Williamson students
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It's Kids Clinic time! We invite the next generation of dancers to perform with our Scarlets at halftime!
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🍂🎃 Save the Date, Tice Families! 🧡🍂
Get ready for a fun-filled Fall Festival at Tice Elementary! 🍁🍂
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Join us for our annual WAES Fall Festival! The Woodland Acres Elementary Fall Festival is a family-friendly, fall-themed event.
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The Cobb Art Club is selling Art T-Shirts for $20! The Cobb Art Club is heading to the Jr. VASE competition
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Join us for our annual NSE Fall Festival!
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Million Dollar Chili Meal & Auction
Don’t miss this sizzling event that supports scholarships for Galena Park ISD Students!
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GPHS FFA will be hosting our Annual Fall Festival on October 24th,
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Bring the whole family and enjoy an exciting evening at our PTA-sponsored Fall Festival!
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Meet representatives from colleges, universities, technical schools, and the military.