The @GCEdFoundation today awarded Star Teaching Grants totaling $90,982 to 31 educators across the district. The Grant Patrol rolled out and surprised teachers in their classrooms, presenting the good news in front of students. See the list of recipients: https://t.co/dt4ouyerAt

This week, GCISD campuses participated in Hour of AI, formerly known as Hour of Code. The globally-observed event is to spark student interest in computer science and provide all learners with the chance to understand, explore and create with artificial intelligence.

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Last night was @BESTexans' fifth grade “Shrek The Musical” performance! Students delivered a spectacular show! Check out the pictures from the dress rehearsal the morning of the show.

To merge learning & the holidays, they made ornaments with fingerprints. The class, a science elective that is also part of the @GCISD_CTE program, helps students learn about procedures, scientific methods & research related to solving crime. Story: https://t.co/0jtV6frmsE

The @CTMSWolfWay Choir is spreading holiday cheer throughout our community today with several stops to sing holiday songs. First, they visited the Administration building before continuing on to spread cheer at several local assisted living facilities.

Tired of that messy car vibe? This is your 1-minute fix. No more lost change or rogue fries. Enjoy a cleaner ride this summer!

Thank you to the @grapevinerotary for inviting the @CHPantherPride Jazz Choir to showcase their talent and provide a little holiday entertainment at today's luncheon!

Erick, who is on track to graduate with both a high school diploma and an associate degree, has excelled academically, is a student leader and plans to become a doctor. Learn more about his achievement: https://t.co/Sra1S2V7Gz

Congratulations to @GCCA_PHX senior Erick Sanchez Martinez! He has been awarded a full, four-year QuestBridge scholarship to Rice University, covering all costs of college.

At the last session, they heard from the Operations and Communications departments, which was followed by a graduation celebration. Dinner was graciously provided by @RockAndBrews Grapevine.

We have a new Leadership GCISD graduating class! Last night, the fall class attended their final session in this semester-long program where they gained valuable insight and understanding of the inner workings of GCISD.

Congrats to @Grapevine_HS's Jimmy Webster, named the Region 6 Coach of the Year by the National High School Baseball Coaches Association. Region 6 spans Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, & Texas. Story: https://t.co/uSZCRdyymf

The event paired eighth graders with 9-12 grade AVID students to attend high school classes together and prepare for their next big step in education. Full story: https://t.co/XoBHiYpHcM

Yesterday, our eighth grade AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) students from every GCISD middle school got a glimpse of high school life during AVID Shadow Day.

If you know a staff member who is deserving of the award, nominate them at https://t.co/0vqw4XyjKA

Families “light up” when they see her because she makes everyone feel valued and important. That is why she is another great example of the Stars of GCISD. Thank you to community partners @EECUdfw and @wiseguystx in Grapevine for supporting this year-round program.

The December Star of GCISD is Nilsa Hill! As a family engagement specialist, she empowers parents as stakeholders in their children’s education, always responding to their needs and creating meaningful connections.

The award is for bragging rights only. Voting is unlimited and closes December 19. Vote here: https://t.co/1WIrn3QPYm

GCISD football fans: It’s time to cast your vote for @CHPantherPride and/or @Grapevine_HS to potentially win the Dave Campbell Texas Football Dallas Performance Team of the Year Award, presented by Valvoline Instant Oil Change.

GCISD ASPIRE presented at the statewide GiftED25 Conference! Our ASPIRE students & staff from @CTMSWolfWay & @Grapevine_HS, along with District Liaison Jennifer Edwards, highlighted instructional strategies, the ASPIRE symposium & what works/doesn't with gifted students.

Our campuses helped the holiday spirit shine bright at last night’s 46th Annual Parade of Lights! Thank you to all of our students, staff, and families from across the district for participating.