Galena Park I.S.D. State of the District Address

In the Galena Park I.S.D. State of the District address, we are showcasing how we are accomplishing our mission to prepare students to become productive citizens and lifelong learners. Throughout the State of the District video presentation and publication, you will learn about our 'Pathways to Success' wheel, including the seven focus areas that provide an inside look into what District employees implement inside and outside of the classroom to help our students achieve excellence every day. We hope you enjoy the video presentation and publication.

CDC Researchers Find Little Evidence of Major School Outbreaks

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) researchers on Tuesday said that there is "reassuring" evidence about a lack of widespread coronavirus transmission in schools, amid sometimes-intense debate over reopening. The researchers wrote in the Journal of the American Medical Association that there have been some reported cases of the virus in schools, but they have not been major drivers of transmission.

Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow

Galena Park I.S.D. believes student attendance should always be a top priority, so we are excited to highlight our Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow campaign.

Substitutes and Paraprofessionals - Apply Today!

Are you looking for a rewarding job with a flexible schedule? Galena Park I.S.D. is hiring enthusiastic and dynamic individuals to work as substitute teachers, teacher aides and paraprofessionals.

After-Hours Technical Support for Students/Parents

Galena Park I.S.D., working with Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia, has partnered with Harris County to provide additional after-hours technical support for students and parents. The Harris County Schools Digital Access Call Center will provide help Monday-Friday from 5pm-9pm and Saturday –Sunday 10am-2pm.

Free SAT/ACT Prep Course

Students have the opportunity to take a FREE SAT/ACT Prep Course. Please scan the QR Code to register. An income verification document must be included to enroll in the course.

New Beginnings Support Group

Galena Park I.S.D.'s Mental Health Intervention Team is offering a six-week New Beginnings Support Group for students, parents, or staff in need of a safe, supportive environment to share and cope with their feelings associated with the COVID-19 pandemic or any other life stressors. Participation in the group is free of charge and open to GPISD students, parents, and staff.

Return to Learn - Get Your High School Diploma

Galena Park Independent School District is reaching out to those not currently enrolled in school. Please give us a call to discuss your options.

Instructional Arrangement Change Form Information

If you would like to change your child's instructional arrangement for the upcoming grading period, you will have to complete the Instructional Arrangement Change Form. Click on the headline for additional information.

Galena Park I.S.D. is open! Reopening of Schools 2020 - 2021

We are excited to have welcomed our students and staff back to school for the 2020-2021 school year! Please check this webpage often for updates on the latest news and plans for the school year, and to become familiar with the options presented to parents/guardians for their child(ren)s' educational settings for the 2020-2021 school year. Please note, however, that plans are subject to change in order to remain in compliance with ever-changing guidance from our local and state officials, the Harris County Public Health Department (HCPH), the Texas Education Agency (TEA), and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).

Parent Connect Newsletter

As we navigate the 2020-2021 school year, both virtually and in-person, we will continue to provide you with the latest updates. We hope you will take the time to read over this newsletter carefully.

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.