Dear Parent/Guardian,

2019 is quickly coming to an end and another exciting year is just around the corner!

As a District, we will continue to share reminders, updates, and successes monthly to keep you connected.

Thank you for taking the time to stay connected!

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Are you planning a family trip for the holidays? As you think about your arrangements, we want to stress the importance of sending your child to school every day possible. Every year, absences spike in the weeks before and after the winter holiday as families squeeze in a few more vacation days. We know that just a few missed days here and there, even if they’re excused absences, can add up to too much lost learning time and put your child behind in school. Put simply, too many absences at any age can affect a student’s chances for academic success and eventually for graduation.

This year’s winter break will begin on Monday, December 23rd, and school will resume as regularly scheduled on Tuesday, January 7th. We recognize that holidays are an important time for reconnecting with families far away, and the cost of plane tickets often influences when you want to travel. But keep in mind the cost of your children’s education if they miss too much school and the message you will be sending about the importance of attendance. This holiday season, give your children the gift of an education and the habit of good attendance!

Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow! Don't let absences add up!

November was National Scholarship Month, a time to raise awareness of scholarship opportunities for current and future college students. This time of year is the perfect time to begin the scholarship application process!

Below are a few websites to research for scholarships:

Fastweb.com

Raise.me

Unigo.com

Goingmerry.com

Scholarships.com

https://jlvcollegecounseling.com

There are scholarships for everyone. It’s never too early to start applying for scholarships!

Dr. Angi Williams, Superintendent of Schools, recognized the following:

• LyondellBasell for dedicating their company-wide day of service to create three Tranquility Rooms at North Shore Senior High School;
• Elisa Gonzalez for being an exceptional parent volunteer at Cunningham Middle School;
• Rosa Franco for being an exceptional parent volunteer at Galena Park Middle School;
• Superintendent's Student Advisory Board for their leadership, commitment and dedication to their community and school;
• Galena Park High School Principal's Advisory Board for creating QR codes to safely report anonymous tips/concerns to District officials;
• Campus licensed specialists in school psychology in recognition of School Psychology Awareness Week
  

  
  

Galena Park I.S.D. (GPISD) hosted its annual Veterans Day Luncheon on November 8. More than 175 veterans and their family members attended the event.

North Shore Senior High School’s Perfect Harmony Choir performed the theme song from each military branch and finished with the Star Spangled Banner. There were letters written to the veterans on the tables by elementary students with a special reading from the GPISD Veterans Day essay contest winner, Tyree Sparks, from Tice Elementary.

Tyree wrote, “You are a warrior with a great heart. Your sacrifice to our country has not been forgotten or overlooked.”

Wanda Heath Johnson, GPISD Board Trustee; Noe Esparza, GPISD Board Trustee; and Norma Hernandez, GPISD Board Trustee; Lolita Guerrero from Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia’s office; Betty McGuiness from Senator Carol Alvarado’s office; Maria Delgado from Representative Ana Hernandez’ office; Constable Christopher Diaz; Constable Sherman Eagleton; attended the luncheon to express their appreciation to our veterans.

GPISD would like to thank all of the veterans and family members who attended the Veterans Day Luncheon.

Galena Park I.S.D. earned an 88 (B) in the Texas Education Agency's letter-grade Accountability System. Please click to read Galena Park I.S.D.'s More Than One Score publication.

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December 10: English I EOC

December 11: Algebra I and US History EOC

December 12: Biology and English II EOC

December 13: EOC Make-up

The mission of Galena Park I.S.D. is to prepare students to become productive citizens and life-long learners.

Email: communications@galenaparkisd.com
Website: Galenaparkisd.com
Location: 14705 Woodforest Blvd, Houston, TX, United States
Phone: 832-386-1000
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Twitter: @GalenaParkISD

The Galena Park Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boys Scouts and other designated youth groups.