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GPISD Delayed Start Plan
Click to view important documents about the GPISD Delayed Start. Including a Link to the Delayed Start Video, A Reopening Parent Letter, revised 2020-2021 calendar, and GPISD COVID-19 Response Levels. All documents are in English and Spanish.
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Reopening of Schools 2020-2021
Plans are underway to welcome our students and staff back to school for the 2020-2021 school year! Please check this webpage often to keep updated on the latest news and plans for reopening our schools 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 Reopening 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).
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Student Dress Code and School Supplies 2020-2021
Student Dress Code: GPISD will suspend requirements for standardized dress code for all elementary and middle school students for the Fall Semester of the 2020-2021 school year. We will revisit dress code requirements and make a decision in November regarding the Spring 2021 Semester. Student School Supplies: GPISD will provide school supplies for students for the start of school, with the exception of notebook/binder paper, pens, and pencils (parents should provide these items). Specialty classes may have additional requirements.
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Chromebook Return Opportunity on Friday, July 24, 2020
Galena Park I.S.D. students who need to return a Chromebook may return the device to either Galena Park High School or North Shore Senior High School on Friday, July 24, 2020. Also, all teachers who have checked out a Chromebook will need to return the Chromebook at this time.
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2020 - 2021 Parental Assumption Now Available
The 2020 - 2021 Parental Assumption is now available to submit electronically. This process is required if the student will remain living separate and apart from their parent/legal guardian.
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Open Enrollment Student Transfers
Galena Park I.S.D. welcomes children who do not live within Galena Park I.S.D.'s boundaries to apply for enrollment. The window will open on July 20, 2020.
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New Student Enrollment
The online enrollment for new students to Galena Park I.S.D. will open August 1. All components for New Student Enrollment will be online for the 2020 - 2021 school year.
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Band Tryouts For GPMS 6th Graders Only
If your 6th grader is interested in playing for the GPMS band, please complete the form on the link: (If you have completed the link, you do not have to complete it again.) Si su estudiante de sexto grado está interesado en participar en la banda GPMS, complete el formulario en el siguiente enlace: (Si completó el enlace, no es necesario hacerlo de nuevo.)
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GPISD End of the Year Magazine
Happy Last Day of School! We would like to thank everyone for their constant support during the spring semester. Please continue to monitor our social media platforms and read our Monday Updates for fun summer activity ideas and up-to-date information regarding the 2020-2021 school year.
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GPISD Parent Survey
Galena Park I.S.D. is developing plans for how we will possibly reopen schools for the 2020-2021 school year based on recommendations from state and federal officials, and would like your feedback. Please take a short survey to help the District plan for next school year.
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District Chromebook and Hotspot Return and Restitution
Galena Park I.S.D. will begin accepting Chromebook and Hotspot returns on Monday, June 1st through Wednesday, June 3rd. Please return your devices to the campus where you originally checked it out. Specific return dates, times and locations and restitution information if damage was incurred during the time in your possession can be located on the Chromebook Return webpage.
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Galena Park Middle School 2020 Yearbook
As your child and their friends are taking park in the following school year, the yearbook staff has captured the story of the year to live forever in the 2020 yearbook. Buy your child the best book of memories. Get your yearbook while supplies last. Only limited quantities remain, so don't miss out.*Yearbooks will not be mailed. They will be handed out started September.*
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Dr. John Moore, New GPISD Superintendent of Schools
The Galena Park I.S.D. Board of Trustees met on May 14, 2020 and voted to approve the employment of Dr. John Moore as Superintendent of Schools. Dr. Moore will replace retiring Superintendent, Dr. Angi Williams, effective July 1, 2020.
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GPISD Virtual Job Fair
Galena Park I.S.D. is hosting a Virtual Teacher Job Fair. Galena Park I.S.D. has a celebrated history of recruiting the best and brightest teachers from across the nation and we look forward to continuing this tradition through this virtual experience. We look forward to meeting you!
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Pre-Identification for Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the early registration process we had planned for new prekindergarten and kindergarten students has been postponed until further notice. However, in order to continue planning and preparing for our new students in the 2020-2021 school year, we need your assistance. Please complete the pre-identification form below to let us know if you will be registering your child for prekindergarten or kindergarten.
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GPISD Educational Support Line
PARENTS AND STUDENTS, Do you have any school-related questions you would like to have answered? Please call 832-386-1300, and leave your name, your child's name and school , a phone number where you can be reached, and a brief description of your question so we can have the correct person contact you within 24 hours. Please note, this is an automated line. Thank you!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Texas Match the Promise Foundation
Match the Promise scholarships help young Texans realize their dreams of a college education while also encouraging families to take steps now to prepare for their children's futures.
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Parent Access to STAAR Student Portal
On June 12th, parents can access their child’s STAAR results and a suite of other resources to support summer learning at home by visiting TexasAssessment.gov.
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Student Testing Score Portal
Secure access to the Student Portal is now available directly from the Texas Assessment for Families homepage at www.TexasAssessment.com by entering the student access code.
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Healthy Breakfast and Lunches Provided Daily
We are pleased to inform you the Galena Park Independent School District will be implementing a new option available to schools participating in the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs called the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) during the 2018-2019 school year.
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April Parent Connect Newsletter
We are deeply committed to offering excellent educational experiences for our students and we want to keep you informed of upcoming events, successes 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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
