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GCISD has a variety of committees and advisory groups. The groups have different purposes: some may be organized to encourage patron input and involvement, others are intended to serve as advisors to the Superintendent, and certain short-term committees may be formed to review procedures and/or requirements for a specific area.

The various GCISD groups are listed below with general information about their purpose, membership and meetings. A contact person is listed with each one for more information.

Cheerleader Advisory Committee

Purpose: The Cheerleader Advisory Committee is formed as needed to review the district cheerleader constitution and tryout procedures, and make recommendations for changes to district administration.

Membership: Parent, cheerleader, staff and sponsor representatives.

Meetings: As needed.

For more information, please contact Tim Ford, director of Activities and Athletics, at 817/251-5324 or tim.ford@gcisd.net.

District Excellence Committee

The District Excellence Committee, as well as Campus Excellence Committees at each school, serves to promote continuous improvement and shares planning and decision making with those individuals closest to the level affected. The ongoing goal of this site-based and collaborative approach is improved student achievement.

Purpose: The purpose of a DEC/CEC is to ensure a student-sensitive, collaborative process in decentralized decision making in a way that:

• focuses on student achievement
• promotes continuous improvement
• ensures that collaborative decision making occurs closest to the level of impact
• encourages risk-taking and creativity in the decision-making process
• recognizes the uniqueness of each campus
• builds trust and mutual respect
• promotes open communication
• creates a sense of community values the time and commitment necessary for optimal implementation
• effectively utilizes available resources
  

Membership: The DEC is comprised of the following members:

• One elected teacher/professional support staff representative from each campus/at least two-thirds of the elected teacher/professional support staff representatives must be classroom teachers (19)
• An elementary and secondary representative selected by campus administrators (2)
• A central office designee chosen on a rotating basis to provide representation from personnel who are closest to the impact of the subject matter (1) A parent representative from each campus to be selected by a campus committee composed of the Principal (or designee) and the parent organizations’ leaders (19)
• Business leader representatives recommended by the Chambers of Commerce of Colleyville, Grapevine and Euless (3)
• Community member representation solicited throughout the community to ensure diverse representation (3)
• The Superintendent serves as an ex-officio member (1)

Election and selection processes are completed in the spring of the prior school year. Appointed members will serve two-year staggered terms. Members are limited to two consecutive two-year terms at a time. Officers shall be elected and include a chairperson, vice chairperson and secretary. Terms are for one year. The chairperson is responsible for the development of an agenda for each meeting. Meetings: The DEC meets a minimum of four times during the school year. Interested shareholders are welcome to attend. Minutes from DEC Meetings

For more information about the DEC, contact Jim F. Chadwell, deputy superintendent, at 817/251-5510 or jim.chadwell@gcisd.net.

Diversity Advisory Council
Purpose: The Diversity Advisory Council serves to create awareness, understanding and appreciation of differences within the school district and GCISD community.

RESPECT FOR DIVERSITY (statement of expectation)
The Grapevine-Colleyville Indpendent School District believes that all people make contributions to our world. To that end, it is the expectation that all members of this education community will demonstrate respect, understanding and sensitivity toward the feelings and beliefs of others. In an effort to overcome biases and predudices, Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School Distrcit esteems behavior which models respectful posture for the uniqueness and diversity among people. It is believed that when students learn to value differences, embrace diversity and promote inclusion of all people, then they are best prepared to live and contribute in our multicultural world.

For more information about the Diversity Advisory Council, contact Patti Davis, Executive Director, Administration, at 817/251-5540 or patti.davis@gcisd.net.

Emergency Operations Planning Team

Purpose: The Emergency Operations Planning Team is comprised of district administrators, counselors and SRO officers, as well as city emergency management representatives from both Grapevine and Colleyville.

Membership: The committee currently represents those who are in the position of setting and monitoring district-wide practices which need to be in place in order to effectively respond to a crisis involving our schools.

For more information, contact Patti Davis, Executive Director, Administration, at 817/251-5540 or patti.davis@gcisd.net.

Employee Benefits Advisory Committee
Meeting Minutes

Purpose: To review, evaluate and recommend employee insurance plans and other related benefits for GCISD employees.

Membership: The membership consists of the following:

• 1 Campus paraprofessional (as nominated by the TESA organization)
• 1 Central Office paraprofessional (as nominated by Supt. Leadership Team)
• 1 Nutrition Services/Transportation auxiliary representative
• 1 Facilities Services/Maintenance auxiliary representative
• 1 TSTA representative
• 1 ATPE representative
• 1 UEA representative
• 3 Representatives selected from the Superintendent’s Cabinet
  
  In addition, the Committee consists of:
• Chief Financial Officer
• Chief Operations Officer
• Director of Payroll/Employee Benefits

Meetings: To be held 3-4 times per school year, or as necessary.

For more information, contact Hank Johnson, chief financial officer, at 817/251-5580 or hank.johnson@gcisd.net.

School Health Advisory Council (SHAC)
Formerly known as the Health Education Advisory Council (HEAC)

Purpose: The Council will support the provision of age-appropriate curricula which promote, protect and maintain the physical, mental, and emotional health of all students. Serving as a liaison between student, families, schools and community, the Council will ensure health and physical education compliance with the Texas Education Code.

Goals:
1. Recommend a scope and sequence for the instruction of issues concerning human sexuality which is in compliance with Senate Bill One in keeping with the philosophy of our community; and in the best interest of the health of each student.

2. Ensure that the Grapevine-Colleyville ISD physical education programs are in compliance with Senate Bill 19, which promote healthy minds and bodies for the development of lifelong learners who respect the need for lifelong physical activity.

3. Promote healthy choices for nutrition and fitness among students by providing information through courses, forums, news media, and school-to-community organizations.

4. Evaluate and recommend programs and resource materials which support the TEKS-based curricula for personal safety in the areas of child abuse, neglect and assault.

Membership:

• Persons who represent the diverse views in the community about human sexuality instruction,
• Parents of students enrolled in the district as a majority of the council; and
• Teachers, school administrators, students, health care professionals, members of the business community, law enforcement representatives, senior citizens, clergy, or other interested persons.

Meetings:
Three to five meetings will be required and will take place between August and April. The Board will be presented with the committee’s recommendation in May with expected implementation in the next school year.

Applications may downloaded and submitted to . For more information, contact Tony Zahn, coordinator for Science, Health and PE, at 817/251-5519 or tony.zahn@gcisd.net.

Substance Abuse and Violence Prevention Coalition

Purpose: The Substance Abuse and Violence Prevention Coalition works to ensure that all students have the internal strengths and external supports they need and that adults in their lives are equipped to effectively guide and support them. Members of the committee include faculty, staff, police officers, students, parents, business and community leaders.

The purpose is to raise awareness of substance abuse issues by providing and supporting educational and informational programs such as: Red Ribbon Drug Awareness Celebration, DARE, Every 15 Minutes - Drunk Driving Prevention Program, Safe Homes Directory, Speakers Bureau, Drug and Violence Prevention Resource Library, Adult/Student Mentor Program, Parent to Parent, SADD - Students Against Destructive Decisions, PALS - Peer Assisted Leadership Skills, DAVE - Drug and Violence Education, Project Graduation and the Alcohol and Drug Pledge.

Membership: Membership is open to anyone wishing to serve.

Meetings: Meetings are one hour every other month and are held in the Administration Building Conference Room A from 4-5 p.m. For more information, please contact Robin Davis at 817/358-4783 or robin.davis@gcisd.net.

GC Education Foundation
(Although this is not a district committee, the Foundation supports the district’s educational programs and committee members are patrons actively involved in GCISD activities.)

Purpose: The Grapevine-Colleyville Education Foundation was created to support the educational programs of GCISD. The Foundation will provide funds beyond the normal operating budget for educational programs and activities for students and staff. Foundation funds will be used to facilitate student achievement and skill development, recognize and encourage staff excellence and expand community involvement from individuals, businesses and civic organizations.
Key goals include:

• Encourage all students to work to their highest potential.
• Reward teachers for innovative efforts and exemplary teaching.
• Build public awareness and confidence in our schools.
• Involve the community in assuring a quality education for the leaders and workers of tomorrow.

Membership: The Foundation is a nonprofit, tax-exempt public corporation operating independently under a board of directors serving without compensation. The Board of Directors represents a cross-section of individuals in the community who have a sincere interest in our students and their success.

Meetings: The Board meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, with the exception of November, April, May and July.

For more information, contact Janice Kane, executive director, GC Education Foundation, at 817/251-5480 or janice.kane@gcisd.net or visit the Foundation web site at: www.gcisd-k12.org/foundation.