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April 2017

April 2017
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KEEPING YOU CONNECTED...

Dear Parent/Guardian,


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.


This is our second month bringing you this newsletter packed with information on recent happenings, upcoming program opportunities and even some success plans for your students.


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 staying connected!

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Event Information

S.T.E.M. DAY FOR PRE-K

We ask that you PLEASE register for the event so we may plan accordingly, prepare sufficient material for everyone and make your experience a positive one.


1) By internet: https://tinyurl.com/prekstem or 2) By phone: 832-386-1313

Please leave the following information on the voicemail:

 Parent’s name

 Pre-K student’s name

 Name of elementary school child attends

 Session you will attend: English session (8:30 –11:30 a.m.)

When?

Saturday, Apr 1, 2017, 08:30 AM

Where?

13801 Hollypark Drive, Houston, TX 77015, United States

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NO MORE THAN 3 FOR ME

In Galena Park ISD, our students and staff have pledged not to have more than three absences or tardies. In order for students to have the best chance at academic success, they must be present and accounted for.


Thank you for sending your child to school daily. Our district attendance goal is 96.5%. During the month of March our student attendance rate was 96.24%. With your continued support we will reach our goal!

2016 GPISD SCHOOL CALENDAR
Click on GPISD SCHOOL CALENDAR to view the district calendar
2016 GPISD TESTING CALENDAR
Click on GPISD TESTING CALENDAR to view the testing calendar
2017 GPISD School Calendar
Click on the 2017 GPISD SCHOOL CALENDAR link to view the 2017-2018 district calendar

A MESSAGE FROM THE STUDENT REGISTRATION OFFICE A MESSAGE FROM THE STUDENT REGISTRATION OFFICE

17-18 Special Request/Limited Open Enrollment-Renewals
Enrollment Period April 24-May 5

CHARACTER EDUCATION THEME - SELF-DISCIPLINE

Because students spend so much time in school, our schools offer a critically important opportunity to ensure that all students get the support and help they need to reach their full potential. Studies show schools that embrace character education become places people want to be because they bring out the best in everyone.


In Galena Park ISD, our goal is to produce productive citizens and life-long learners, and character education is one way we are approaching this goal.


The Character Education Theme for this month is SELF-DISCIPLINE.


Self-discipline is behaving according to what you have decided is best, regardless of how you feel in the moment. Decide what behavior best reflects your goals and values and do it.


Please take a moment to talk to your child about this month's character education theme and what it means to them. Administrators and teachers will be highlighting students who exhibit this character during the month of April.

Event Information

Two - Way Immersion Program Orientation

Parents of incoming Kindergarten students for the 2017- 2018 school year who are interested in applying for the Dual Language Program at Woodland Acres Elementary are invited to attend the upcoming informational meeting.

Click here for additional information:

http://www.galenaparkisd.com/november/TWI_Flyer.pdf


When?

Tuesday, Apr 4, 2017, 05:00 PM

Where?

Woodland Acres Middle School, Myrtle Lane, Houston, TX, United States

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Help Protect Your Family's Identity
Click on the link to learn how to protect your family from identity theft.
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LET'S CELEBRATE... LET'S CELEBRATE...

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GPISD Spanish Spelling Bee Winner

On January 20, the top competitors from the high schools gathered together to see who would become the GPISD Spanish Spelling Champion.


After many rounds, Early College High School student, Guadalupe Lombera, claimed the victory to become the District Spanish Spelling Bee winner for the 2016-2017 school year! The runner-up was North Shore 9th Grade Center student, Stephanie Moreno.


Congratulations, Guadalupe!

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Telemundo's March Player of the Month

Telemundo has started a Star Player of the Month campaign. North Shore Senior High junior, Edras Mata, was selected as the first honoree. Edras not only excels academically but is a fantastic student-athlete as well. Adolfo Machado, Houston Dynamo player, came to personally congratulate Edras and the undefeated Mustang soccer team!

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GPISD French Spelling Bee Winner

On February 16, GPISD held its annual French Spelling Bee for high school students.


After many rounds, Emily Antonio from Galena Park High School claimed the title of GPISD French Spelling Bee champion for the 2016-2017 school year! The runner-up was Eric Macias from North Shore Senior High.


Congratulations, Emily!

Galena Park ISD's 15th Annual Multimedia Festival

Galena Park ISD Technology Department hosted its 15th annual Multimedia Festival on Thursday, March 5th. Approximately 450 students from grades K-12th celebrated their hard work and creativity by showing off their technology projects and attending an awards ceremony. The multimedia project categories included coding, graphic design, choice challenge, and 3D digital modeling. The contest medals were created by Samantha Chimene, a student at Cunningham M.S. During the festival, students were able to interact with the coding projects and robot, which was demonstrated by Team Robotics of Galena Park H.S. The festival is a team effort and would not be successful without the help and support of our parents, teachers, administrators, cabinet members, board members, NSSH, GPHS and the technology team.

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We Love Parent Volunteers

Parental involvement is one of GPISD's greatest strengths. We believe that the education of children requires a partnership with their parents. On any given day, you can find parents volunteering on their child’s home campus. Their involvement and support is exceptional and has truly helped make GPISD the best district in the state of Texas.

If you are interested in becoming a parent volunteer, please contact your child's campus.

Congratulations to Berenice Hernandez, Cloverleaf Elementary Parent Volunteer! Congratulations to Berenice Hernandez, Cloverleaf Elementary Parent Volunteer!

A MESSAGE FROM GALENA PARK ISD'S COLLEGE & CAREER READINESS DEPARTMENT A MESSAGE FROM GALENA PARK ISD'S COLLEGE & CAREER READINESS DEPARTMENT

Click to Learn About the ACT Exam & How to Register
Click on the link to connect to ACT.org
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BOND CONSTRUCTION UPDATE
Click on the link to learn more about phase 3
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Galena Park Elementary School Replacement

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North Shore Elementary School Replacement

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Woodland Acres Elementary School Replacement

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North Shore Senior High School 10th Grade Campus

UPCOMING DISTRICT EVENTS UPCOMING DISTRICT EVENTS

Event Information

ACT Tutorials - NSSHS & GPHS Students

When?

Saturday, Apr 1, 2017, 08:00 AM

Where?

Galena Park ISD, Americas, Woodforest Boulevard, Houston, TX, United States

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GPISD Job Fair

When?

Saturday, Apr 8, 2017, 09:00 AM

Where?

353 N Castlegory, Houston, TX, United States

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GPISD Board of Trustees Meeting

When?

Monday, Apr 10, 2017, 06:00 PM

Where?

14705 Woodforest Boulevard, Houston, TX, United States

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Community Council PTA Meeting

When?

Tuesday, Apr 11, 2017, 10:00 AM

Where?

Galena Park Elementary School, North Main Street, Galena Park, TX, United States

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Purple Sage Elementary - 25 Year Anniversary Celebration

Please join Purple Sage as they celebrate 25 years of educating students.

When?

Tuesday, Apr 11, 2017, 04:30 PM

Where?

Purple Sage Elementary School, Purple Sage Road, Houston, TX, United States

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North Shore Middle School- 60 Year Anniversary Celebration

Please join North Shore Middle School as they celebrate 60 years of educating students.

When?

Thursday, Apr 27, 2017, 05:00 PM

Where?

120 Castlegory Road, Houston, TX, United States

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The Mission of Galena Park ISD

The mission of Galena Park ISD 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
Facebook: facebook.com/GalenaParkISD
Twitter: @GalenaParkISD

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