The 2007 Winter Issue of The Connection newsletter is now available on the District's website in Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) format. Copies will also be available next week in school offices and at the Administration building.

This issue features information about National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists, Red Ribbon Week Poster winners, the Classes After Classes program for middle school students, updates on student and staff achievements and an article about the District's new partnership with JPS to bring convenient health services to students.

Students at both high schools will have the opportunity to get low-cost immunizations on Dec. 5, provided by the Tarrant County Public Helath Department. The immunization clinics will be held at GHS from 8:30-11 a.m. and at CHHS from 1-3:30 p.m. In addition to state- required vaccines, they will also be offering the Meningococcal, HPV and Hepatitis A vaccines. Cost is $14 for one or $20 for two or more vaccines. If you are interested in taking advantage of this opportunity, please contact the high school nurse so that paperwork can be sent home. Permission slips and payment for the vaccines must be received no later than Monday, Dec. 3.

GCISD has a variety of exciting events and activities happening every week at campuses throughout the District. From PTA meetings and school programs to District celebrations and student achievements, you're sure to find something in Around the District.

NetDay Speak-Up is an annual national research project that collects views of students, teachers and parents on topics such as educational technology, science, math and 21st century workforce skills. Research results will be shared with GCISD to use in school planning.

To take the survey, follow the link below, and use the password (secret word) "grape" when prompted for it. The survey will be available until Dec. 21.