Recent News in GCISD

Summer program provides free meals to children

The Summer Food Service Program provides free meals to all children age 18 and younger, helping to provide essential nutrients for active, growing children.

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LEAD 2021: HMS Students tap expertise of global corporation

Seventh-graders have opportunity to visit AT&T as part of mobile app project.

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Bransford students have 'Green Thumbs for Giving'

Fourth-graders are offering fresh cooking herbs from the BES garden and collecting donations for CONNECT to provide school supplies for GCISD students.

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GCISD honors memory of former Superintendent

Dr. O.C. “Mike” Taylor passed away Wednesday afternoon after suffering a stroke overnight. Taylor served as GCISD Superintendent of Schools from 1965-1976.

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GCISD schools earn recognition in school rankings

GCISD schools have once again earned ranking spots among national and state programs, such as U.S. News & World Report Best High Schools

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CES teacher selected to participate in global education institute

Kim Lackey will attend the prestigious Great Decisions Institute this summer at NYU.

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LEAD 2021: O.C. Taylor second-graders participate in city council

Colleyville Mayor David Kelly holds mock city council meeting for second-graders at O.C. Taylor

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TAME Trailblazer visits Cannon Elementary

The mobile interactive science and engineering museum made a special stop at Cannon

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Employees of the Year Announced

GCISD administrators led a 'surprise patrol' to various campuses and departments announcing Employees of the Year

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iUniversity Prep: Registration Now Open!

Interested in enrolling in GCISD's new virtual school? Registration is now open through Infosnap

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GCISD, Foundation thank retirees for dedication

GCISD and the Education Foundation honor this year's class of retirees

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Special Olympics athletes honored at banquet

GCISD Olympians honored during the annual Special Olympics Team Awards and Recognition Banquet hosted by the Grapevine Rotary Club.

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Students compete in national BPA conference

GHS Senior Bethany Bryan and CHHS Sophomore Souvik Banerjee will compete in the Business Professionals of America National Leadership Conference in Orlando on May 9

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10 GCISD students named National Merit Finalists

GHS and CHHS each send 5 students to next level of National Merit Scholarship program

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Program updates coming to Advanced Academics

Students to benefit from district-wide alignment, focused differentiation in the classroom and the new ASPIRE initiative.

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Pre-K, Kindergarten registration starts in May

Registration begins online through Infosnap. Families will then meet with campuses May 6 - 10 to complete the process

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CHHS students celebrate art

Fine arts programs from across the school come together Tuesday, April 30 to Focus on the Arts

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Elementary campuses awarded in 2013 Healthier U.S. Schools Challenge

The GCISD Board of Trustees recently recognized all 11 of the district’s elementary campuses as award winners.

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LEAD 2021: A Year in the Life of a PBL, Chapter 3: Shelter and Electricity

See how one teacher incorporates a yearlong PBL activity to cover all areas of the curriculum

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CHHS student in New York for national competition

Rowan Konda is pitching his idea for portable hail covers for cars as part of the Young Entrepreneurs Academy.

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Heritage ES inducts 33 students into honor society

HES celebrates the first group of students selected to open a new chapter of the National Elementary Honor Society.

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Superintendent announces Educator Ethics Training

In an open letter, GCISD Superintendent outlines district's plan for all employees to take part in educator ethics training

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GCISD future problem solving teams qualify for State & International competition

89 students from across the district head to Austin to compete in the Future Problem Solvers State Competition

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GCISD kicks off new online registration system

New online student registration system for the upcoming school year.

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School’s new staff member is big dog on campus

The newest staff member at HES is finding his place in the pack.

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GCISD and CHHS help athletes get physicals

CHHS will host a clinic for physicals on April 25 and GHS will host a clinic on May 2

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GCISD theatre students recognized at regional level

CHHS and GHS theatre teams have been nominated for regional award programs.

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Special Recognition: Excellence in Education

Dr. Jerry Hollingsworth has been selected as the 2013 recipient of the Excellence in Education Award given by TCU

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GCISD campuses celebrate Earth Day 2013

Campuses across the district come together to celebrate the earth and learn how to be a little 'greener'

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A day in the life of a dyslexic child simulation

GCISD and Reaching, Educating and Advocating for Dyslexics (READ) to host event Wednesday, April 10 at 7 p.m.

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Representative announces town hall meeting

TX Rep. Capriglione will hold a town hall April 12 to discuss education

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School meal prices to increase in fall

Student meal prices will increase to meet USDA regulations

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Board announces GCISD Student Art Show selection

CMS 8th grader's artwork will be on permanent display in GCISD

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GCISD’s newest school named: iUniversity Prep

iUniversity Prep director shares thoughts for new school

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Board certifies unopposed candidates, cancels May election

Place 3 & 4 trustees have been re-elected to the GCISD Board of Trustees

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New Survey! Pre-K program planning

Let GCISD know your thoughts on a tuition-based pre-k program

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GCISD Nutrition Services launches new mobile app

GCISD parents now can access their child’s lunch accounts and menus on the go with a new mobile app.

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Jane Boyd of GHS named to TFA Hall of Fame

After 29 years as a speech teacher and debate coach, Grapevine High School's Jane Boyd is honored as one of the newest members of the Texas Forensic Association's Hall of Fame.

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CHHS freshman named All-State Champion by TMSCA

Colleyville Heritage student Lan Luo excelled at the Texas Math And Science Coaches Association State meet.

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GCISD Special Olympics in full swing

The GCISD Special Olympics helps make dreams into a reality and they will continue to do so thanks to parent support and a large donation to the Education Foundation from The Walsh Group.

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Trustees approve attendance zone adjustment for BCES, GES

The GCISD Board of Trustees approved a proposal to adjust attendance zones for Bear Creek Elementary and Grapevine Elementary schools to alleviate crowding at BCES. Trustees approved the plan during a regular meeting Feb. 25. Read more

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LEAD 2021: HES fifth-grade students bring museum to life

Heritage Elementary School resembled a scene from the “Night at the Museum” movie series recently when exhibits in a student-created museum came to life.

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Frequently Asked Questions, Proposed Attendance Zone Adjustment for BCES, GES

Thank you to everyone who completed the parent survey and shared thoughts or suggestions on a plan being considered to adjust attendance zones for Bear Creek Elementary and Grapevine Elementary to alleviate crowding at BCES. Read more for information provided in response to questions or comments from parents on this matter.

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Social Media Contact Information for State Legislators

Every Representative and Senator for Colleyville, Euless and Grapevine is on Facebook and Twitter. We encourage you to contact them directly and share your thoughts or ask questions.

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‘Finding Kind’ screenings coming to CHHS

GCISD Counseling Services, in partnership with the CHHS student group R.E.A.L. and the GHS PTSA, is hosting two screenings of the award-winning documentary “Finding Kind.” The program will be presented on Feb. 25 and 26, and will begin at 6 p.m. each night in the CHHS auditorium. Childcare is available, please read more for details.

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District seeks input from families at BCES, GES

The survey regarding a proposed plan to adjust attendance zones for Bear Creek Elementary and Grapevine Elementary closed on February 12. Since then, GCISD leaders have been reviewing all comments submitted during the parent meetings at their schools and the survey.

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Community Security Alert has Ended

The search for the Miami-Dade fugitive who had been eluding police since Monday night ended overnight in a wooded area near the south side of Grapevine Lake. Read the news release from Grapevine Police.

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LEAD 2021: Alice in Wonderland at GHS

Joanne Fuller's Pre-Ap Art I classes created themed installations for Mustang Nation Night at GHS.

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GHS teacher named Teacher of the Year by local VFW

Grapevine High School (GHS) teacher Gail Kohn was named Teacher of the Year by the VFW POST #10454. Kohn was recognized at a Post Awards Ceremony on Sunday, February 17, 2013 at the Grapevine VFW Post (#10454).

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More than 1,500 attend Celebration Rally for public schools

GCISD, in partnership with the Carroll and Keller school districts, encouraged taxpayers, parents, students and educators to make their voices heard in support of public education.

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BES teacher finalist for Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching

BES Kindergarten teacher Wendy Hendry is one of six state finalists for the PAEMST award.

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Community invited to Celebration Rally for public schools

GCISD, in partnership with the Carroll and Keller school districts, is inviting all taxpayers, parents and educators to the Our Schools, Our Voice Celebration Rally in support of public education. The program begins at 7 p.m. on Thursday, February 7, at Grapevine High School.

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GCISD community responds to call for mentors

We had great response to the Superintendent's challenge to sign up mentors from our community! Read more about the challenge and find out how to sign up.

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GCISD announces new counseling resource for students

GCISD has launched an additional resource for reporting bullying, violence or mistreatment of any kind. Friends for Life, a program from Crime Stoppers, is an anonymous reporting method accessible on the counselor pages of every GCISD school website.

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CHHS and GHS choirs unite for combined performance

The two high school choirs are currently preparing for a combined performance of Vivaldi’s “Gloria” on Monday, February 11 at Grapevine United Methodist church.

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Mark Your Calendars for upcoming High School Theatre Performances

Colleyville Heritage High School Presents Hairspray and Grapevine High School Presents Chicago

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GCISD employee and student earn honors at the Colleyville Area Chamber of Commerce 37th Annual Awards Banquet

Congratulations to Bear Creek Elementary Teacher Jodi Lucas and Grapevine High School Junior Adam Sandy!

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LEAD 2021: DES students simulate natural disaster for problem-based science lesson

Second-grade students recently created their own natural disaster simulation by using a blow dryer and a house made out of straws, clay, Styrofoam, toothpicks and other household items.

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Superintendent letter regarding lockdown at CHHS

On January 15, CHHS was placed in lockdown late in the afternoon as a precautionary measure in response to a possible school safety threat. Nearby schools HMS and HES also were placed on a temporary lockdown as a precaution. Read more from Superintendent Dr. Robin Ryan.

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LEAD 2021: A Year in the Life of a PBL, Chapter Two: The Debates

Eighth-grade students in Laura Byno's Integrated Physics and Chemistry class at Grapevine MIddle School are embarking on a year-long Project Based Learning assignment.

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LEAD 2021: Bridges students offer recommendations to elected officials on national debt

The national debt has everyone in politics looking for a way to solve the growing problem. The solution may come from an unexpected group of concerned citizens – students in Michael Cowan’s Government and Economics class at GCISD’s Bridges Accelerated Learning Center.

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Cannon Elementary students and staff put best foot forward for educational, community service project

This holiday season, Cannon Elementary students and staff have collected more than 1,075 pairs of shoes through a schoolwide community service project with a unique educational tie-in.

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CHHS Art History Teacher wins Texas A&M Inspiration Award

Colleyville-Heritage High School (CHHS) art history teacher Toni Byam-Pirotte has been selected as the 2012 recipient of the Texas A&M University Inspiration Award for Exceptional Secondary Education.

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LEAD 2021: Dove students develop friendships around the world

Third-grade students at Dove interact with students in Spain and Africa.

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Letter from GCISD Superintendent Dr. Robin Ryan

Read a letter to parents from Dr. Robin Ryan concerning school safety in GCISD.

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Grapevine Mayor shares holiday story with kindergarten classes at Dove Elementary

Mayor William D. Tate visited kindergarten classes at Dove Elementary for a special reading of one of his favorite holiday books.

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“Star” Grant Patrol visits GCISD schools to award funds

The Educational Foundation awarded over $75,000 in grants!

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LEAD 2021: Bringing Real-World Experience to Boat Olympics at Timberline

Timberline Elementary School fourth-graders welcomed special guest NBC Olympic Announcer Lewis Johnson to call inaugural Boat Olympics.

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Grapevine Parade of Lights showcases GCISD students, staff, community

Awards from the annual event have been announced, with the top awards going to the parade floats from three GCISD elementary schools.

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LEAD 2021: Parents at CTMS and DES go back to school

Under the district's LEAD 2021 strategic plan, lessons and classwork can look a little different than they have traditionally. Principals across the district are giving parents a first-hand look at the engaging ways GCISD students are now learning.

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GCISD rewarded for energy efficiency

District recognized as part of Oncor’s Educational Facilities Program for efforts to reduce electricity consumption.

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Student art selected for cover of GCISD holiday greeting card

Talented students from throughout the district submitted entries in the 2012 GCISD Holiday Greeting Card Contest. Two creative designs, one each from the elementary and secondary levels, have been selected as winners.

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GCISD to offer Mandarin Chinese beginning in 2013-2014

New language, career and technical education, science and health courses added to offerings in middle and high school Program of Studies for next school year.

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Board approves 2013-2014 Student-Teacher Calendar

The 2013-2014 school year calendar for students and teachers has a start date of Aug. 26, 2013.

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LEAD 2021: CTMS aims to bring Olympics to Texas in 2020

Seventh-grade Texas history classes at Cross Timbers Middle School try to convince the International Olympic Committee to bring the Olympics to Texas in 2020.

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Dr. Robin Ryan invited to join prestigious group of state education leaders to define the vision of Texas public schools

Dr. Robin Ryan, Grapevine-Colleyville ISD Superintendent, has been selected as one of only 39 superintendents in Texas to participate in the Future-Ready Superintendents Leadership Institute.

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Superintendent issues community challenge for mentors

Dr. Robin Ryan wants to know if you are up for the challenge.

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Stay Connected and "Like" Your Campus

GCISD is pleased to announce that beginning November 1, all campuses will have an official Facebook page to use as another way to connect with their parents and their school communities.

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Two key district leadership roles filled

The Director of Finance position and the Executive Director of Instructional Leadership position are vital roles in daily decisions and activities for the district and its innovative environment of inspiring, encouraging, and support students, staff and community.

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GCISD schools honor veterans with Veterans Day events

GCISD schools are saying "thanks" to Veterans in a variety of ways.

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LEAD 2021: Let's Party at Heritage Elementary!

When looking for a party planner, it is important to find someone who is detail oriented, hard-working, well connected and of course, fun! So when fourth-graders at Heritage Elementary School (HES) started a new Project-Based Learning (PBL) assignment, which required them to plan a party, there was one person who came to mind: GCISD Education Foundation Executive Director Janice Kane.

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Influenza precautions keep those flu bugs away

A few simple, preventative measures can go a long way toward minimizing the flu season and keeping our schools and our community healthy.

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District earns highest financial accountability rating

GCISD has earned the rating for 10 consecutive years.

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Winners announced for Red Ribbon Week activities

Students observed Red Ribbon Week with campus as well as district-wide activities including a poster contest, essay contest, and indoor and outdoor decorating contests.

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Colleyville Heritage percussionists prepare for PASIC

Drummers from the CHHS Band have been working hard on their performance piece for the Percussion Arts Society International Convention in Austin.

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LEAD 2021: A Year in the Life of a PBL, Chapter One: Inception and the Tsunami

Eighth-grade students in Laura Byno's Integrated Physics and Chemistry class at Grapevine MIddle School are embarking on a year-long Project Based Learning assignment.

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GCISD partners with Big Brothers Big Sisters for districtwide mentoring program

Parents and community members are invited to serve as mentors through a program made possible by CONNECT, a community effort managed and funded through the G-C Education Foundation.

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Colleyville Heritage High celebrates Homecoming

CHHS students, faculty and alumni gathered in the Panther Gym this morning to celebrate homecoming and cheer on the Panther football team.

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LEAD 2021: Students celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month in GCISD

Nine GCISD seniors have been recognized as 2012 National Hispanic Recognition Scholars, meaning they are at least one-quarter Hispanic or Latino and have achieved a minimum PSAT score for their region. At Colleyville-Heritage High School (CHHS), students in Spanish classes have been recognizing Hispanic successes of a different kind.

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Commended Students recognized by the National Merit Scholarship Program

Recognition based on PSAT test results

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Learning more about higher education during Generation Texas Week

Helping students find resources, answers to questions

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Red Ribbon Week activities remind students and employees to be drug-free

We'll have fun with events but the message is serious.

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LEAD 2021: TES, GHS students partner on project to increase public awareness of regional health concern

Students study West Nile Virus and identify prevention measures for individuals and communities

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GHS Homecoming Pep Rally

Grapevine High kicked off it's Homecoming by pumping up the football team for the game against the Irving Tigers.

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LEAD 2021: Patterns, Patterns, Everywhere!

First-grade students at Grapevine Elementary School create games for kindergarten students to play as part of a Project Based Learning assignment.

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Scottish students experience Texas-style homecoming

Students visiting from the City of Grapevine's Sister City of West Lothian, Scotland, are being paired with GCISD students to learn about the annual events and traditions, such as the Texas-size homecoming mums.

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"Holiday Storytime" theme for annual greeting card contest

Students are invited to submit artwork reflecting that theme by Nov. 12.

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National Achievement Scholars recognized

Posted Oct. 11, 2012

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Heritage Elementary names Grapevine PD's newest officer

HES students got to meet the new four-legged member of the Grapevine Police Department during a special naming announcement at the school.

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Fifth-grade student to be honored for crime-solving actions

Cannon Elementary’s Trey Hendrieth will receive the ‘Above and Beyond’ Citizens Award during the Grapevine City Council meeting this week.

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LEAD 2021: Lights! Camera! Read!

Heritage Elementary School fifth-graders create and screen trailers of Bluebonnet Award nominees.

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Students outperform state, national peers on SAT

Posted Sept. 24, 2012

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GHS/CHHS "Battle of the Red Rail" Pep Rallies

Grapevine and Colleyville Heritage students, faculty and parents came together to pump their teams up for their annual rivalry game.

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LEAD 2021: Hands-on learning in the TES gardens

This year, Timberline Elementary students are been getting their hands dirty – literally – with their learning.

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New light pole installation underway at Mustang-Panther Stadium

Posted Sept. 19, 2012

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STEM Program Kicks off at Cannon Elementary

Posted Sept. 11, 2012

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Senator Nelson Visits GCISD

Posted Sept. 10, 2012

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Students earn recognition for academic success, college readiness

Posted Sept. 10, 2012

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Grant kick-starts new STEM program at Cannon

Posted Sept. 5, 2012

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Parents invited to open houses at schools

Posted Sept. 4, 2012

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Football games relocated from Mustang-Panther Stadium

Posted August 30, 2012

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GCISD replacing stadium light poles

August 27, 2012

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GCISD students prepared for classes with help from community partnership

Posted August 27, 2012

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ACT scores indicate students ready for college

Posted August 22, 2012

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Funds appropriated for Career and Technology Education Center

Posted August 21, 2012

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New chief financial officer named

Posted August 21, 2012

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New educators get Texas-style welcome

Posted Aug. 15, 2012

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GCISD students begin the 2012-2013 school year

Posted August. 27, 2012

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More than 1,000 students served at Back to School Fair

Posted Aug. 12, 2012

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GCISD receives award for high financial transparency

Posted Aug. 9, 2012

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Nine schools meet federal AYP standards under first year of STAAR

Posted Aug. 8, 2012

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Got shots? Get immunizations before school

Posted Aug. 8, 2012

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Free and reduced meal program offered at GCISD

Posted Aug.7, 2012

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Online Registration - Aug. 1 (K-8) and Aug. 7 (9-12)

Posted Aug. 2, 2012

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Unexpected revenues help GCISD to address salary deficiencies

Posted July 23, 2012

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New faces in place for key roles in HR, Assessment

Posted July 23, 2012

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Burk takes the lead as new director of bands at GHS

Posted July 10, 2012

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Holocaust survivor speaks with GCISD students

Posted June 28, 2012

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GCISD welcomes new Executive Director of Special Services

Posted June 26, 2012

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Teacher named Texas finalist for Presidential award

Posted June 26, 2012

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