Early Childhood
Contact Information
Veronica D. Martinez
Director of Early Childhood and Elementary Bilingual/ESL Program
vmartinez@
galenaparkisd.com
Deborah Lacy
Secretary to Director of Early Childhood and Bilingual/ESL Program
dlacy@
galenaparkisd.com
832-386-1068
For More Information on Pre-K
prekinfo@
galenaparkisd.com
Family Engagement Page
To enhance the quality of education for Pre-Kindergarten students in GPISD, we encourage the active participation of parents, teachers, and community members. By engaging them in meaningful ways, we provide opportunities for input that help shape our school community and the services we offer. To support this collaboration, we have developed a Family Engagement Plan to strengthen partnerships among all stakeholders.
2026-2027 Pre-K Enrollment Is Now Closed.
Please check back on Monday, June 8th.
Welcome to Pre‑K at Galena Park Independent School District!
Our Early Childhood Department is devoted to creating meaningful, developmentally appropriate experiences for every Pre‑Kindergarten child. Pre‑K is an exciting first step in your child’s learning journey. Our programs help children develop essential skills—early literacy, expanded vocabulary, social‑emotional growth, and kindergarten readiness—through engaging, research‑based lessons aligned with Texas Pre‑K and Texas Education Agency guidelines.
High‑quality Pre‑K makes a big difference. Children who attend strong Pre‑K programs enter school ready to learn, gain confidence, and become successful, curious learners. These benefits extend beyond the classroom: research shows Pre‑K supports long‑term academic and life success.
We partner closely with families to support each child’s social, emotional, and academic development. While the Texas Education Agency does not require children to be fully potty‑trained before entering a state‑funded Pre‑K program, we strongly encourage families to work on potty training before the school year begins. We offer practical supports and resources, including tips, videos, recommended children’s books, and community links to help with this transition.
We’re excited to welcome your family and to work together to give every child a strong start.
Registration Announcements
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"More Space to Play, Learn, and Grow—Enroll Your 3-Year-Old Today!"
Registration coming soon.
"Our Pre-K Family is Growing—Is Your 3-Year-Old Ready to Join?"
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"Our Pre-K Family is Growing—Is Your 3-Year-Old Ready to Join?
Do you have a child who will be 3 years old by September 1st or earlier? If so, your child may qualify for the Pre-K 3-Year-Old Program.
SPANISH:
¿Tiene un/a niño/a que cumplirá 3 años el 1 de septiembre o antes? Si es así, su hijo podría calificar para el programa de Pre-K para niños de 3 años.
Early Childhood
Program Times & Locations
Pre-K 3-Year Old Program
- Half-Day Program
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AM: 7:40 a.m. - 11:25 a.m.
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PM: 11:35 a.m. - 3:20 p.m.
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- Available at the following campuses.
- Jacinto City Elementary
- Green Valley Elementary
- Havard Elementary
- Tice Elementary
- Additional campuses are being considered for the 2026-2027 school year.
Pre-K 4-Year Old Program
- Full Day Program
- 7:40 a.m. - 3:20 p.m.
- Available at all elementary campuses. Enrollment is open to all qualifying GPISD residents, and limited enrollment is available to out-of-district students.
Pre-K Information
Resources for Potty Training
In Galena Park ISD, our educators partner with families to ensure that children feel supported in all aspects of their development; socially, emotionally, and academically. We understand that each child may reach major milestones at different times, including using the toilet independently.
The Texas Education Agency states that it is not mandatory that children be fully potty-trained before entering a state-funded, public Pre-K program. However, it is STRONGLY encouraged that families work diligently on potty training before the start of the school year.
- Tips for Potty Training
- Resources for Potty Training
- Parenting Tips - Videos
- Children's Videos for Potty Training
- Recommended Books for Potty Training
Tips for Potty Training
Resources for Potty Training
Parenting Tips - Videos
Children's Videos for Potty Training
Recommended Books for Potty Training
Texas Pre-K Guidelines
Family Engagement Page
To enhance the quality of education for Pre-Kindergarten students in GPISD, we encourage the active participation of parents, teachers, and community members. By engaging them in meaningful ways, we provide opportunities for input that help shape our school community and the services we offer. To support this collaboration, we have developed a Family Engagement Plan to strengthen partnerships among all stakeholders.
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Pre-K 3-Year Old Program
Our Pre-K 3-Year-Old Program is Expanding! The Pre-K 3-Year-Old Program is currently offered at Tice, Jacinto City, Havard Elementary Schools, and Green Valley Elementary School. Other schools are being considered for the 2026-2027 school year. Attend one of the parent meetings to hear about our expansion plans and how to register your child.
Pre-K and Kindergarten Registration Information
Early registration for the 2026-2027 school year is now open!
- New Student Enrollment
- Application Process
- Registration Flyer
- Pre-K Eligibility Criteria
- Required Documents for All Students
- Required Documents for Pre-K Eligibility
- Income Qualifiers
- Language Qualifiers
- Military Qualifiers
- Foster Care Qualifiers
- State of Texas Award Qualifiers