June 30, 2011 

GCISD offices will be closed next week, July 4-8. KidzU Summer Camp WILL be open July 5-8. Have a safe Independence Day!

Administrators in new places; and welcome two "new faces"
Several administrative changes at the central and campus levels are being made to reduce payroll costs, fill leadership roles and increase opportunities for employees. GCISD welcomes a new director of Transportation Services and a new principal at Timberline Elementary. In addition, five elementary and three middle school assistant principals will greet students, parents and faculties at different campuses in the coming year. Read more about administrative changes.

Need to buy school supplies?
Lists for school supplies are available in the Back to School section of the website, listed by school and grade level. In addition, you'll find registration dates and what you need to verify residency, immunization requirements, summer reading lists, a link to the volunteer background check form, and much more. Go to the Back to School section or School Supplies page.

Join in the Texas Star Welcome for new educators
GCISD has a strong tradition of welcoming new educators in style and this year is not any different. Sponsored by the Grapevine-Colleyville Education Foundation, A Texas Star Welcome luncheon is set for Tuesday, Aug. 9, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Grapevine Convention Center. There are several ways you can participate, from table sponsorship to providing door prizes or sponsoring a teacher. Visit the GC Education Foundation website for details, sponsorship forms and reservation information for the lunch.

Students in Scotland for sister cities tour
Nine students from CHHS continued with the twinning of the City of Grapevine Sister City Program by traveling to Scotland June 21 - 28.  The students on the Scotland trip were: Taylor Watson, Ian Casey, Adam Petras, Joe Pisenti, Alex Siminiski, Shannon Deakin, Lauren Agnew, Natalie Crane, and Caroline Tessler.  CHHS teacher Tammy Daniel worked with the Scotland teacher from the West Lothian District and planned an outstanding trip. See more information and photos about the CHHS students' visit to Scotland.

Kidz Pics from summer programs
Check out the GCISD home page for photos and links to photos of summer program activities.