GISD eNews | 12-5-24
- Teachers at Mitchell Team Up to Transform the Pre-K Experience
- Volunteer Nominations Accepted for new Long-Range Planning Committee through Jan. 5
- GHS Show Choir Premieres Holiday to Remember Tonight
- East View Choir Premieres Jolly Holiday Tonight
- GHS Band Hosts Free Holiday Concert Dec. 11
- Join Us for a Holiday-Themed Parent Learning Community Dec. 12
- From the Downtown Georgetown Association: Christmas Stroll this Weekend
- From the Georgetown Police Department: Blue Santa Applications Accepted through Dec. 9
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This week’s features:
Teachers at Mitchell Team Up to Transform the Pre-K Experience
In this week’s eNews:
Volunteer Nominations Accepted for new Long-Range Planning Committee through Jan. 5
Georgetown ISD is launching a new Long-Range Planning Committee (LRPC) that will serve in an advisory role to district leaders as they plan for the future. With a commitment to alignment to the GISD Vision, Mission, Beliefs and Strategic Blueprint, the LRPC will prioritize examining issues related to: the challenges of growth, fiscal responsibility, optimization of facilities, and providing experiences to students that best prepare them for their future.
Any GISD parent, staff member, or community member who is interested in participating as a member of the Long-Range Planning Committee should apply here by Sunday, January 5, 2025.
GHS Show Choir Premieres Holiday to Remember Tonight
GHS Encore Show Choir brings you their annual holiday spectacular, A Holiday to Remember! The show will run from December 5-8 at the Klett Performing Arts Center. Visit our website for more information, including showtimes and how to purchase your tickets.
East View Choir Premieres Jolly Holiday Tonight
East View Choir brings you their annual holiday spectacular, Jolly Holiday! The performance will run from December 5-7 at the East View Theater. Visit our website for more information, including showtimes and how to purchase your tickets.
GHS Band's Holiday Concert Dec. 11
The community is cordially invited to the GHS Eagle Band's Holiday Concert on Wednesday, December 11 at 6:30pm in the Klett PAC. The concert will include the Jazz Ensemble and Concert Bands, and will feature the GHS Choir and Full Orchestra.
The concert is free and open to the public.
Join Us for a Holiday-Themed Parent Learning Community Dec. 12
Join us for a special Parent Learning Community on Thursday, December 12 from 5:30-7:30 pm at Hammerlun, 507 E. University Ave. This month’s event will feature Christmas activities, a hot cocoa bar, and a sensory friendly Santa & Mrs. Claus.
View the event flyer on our website for more details. No RSVP is required.
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From the Downtown Georgetown Association: Christmas Stroll this Weekend
Visit the Annual Christmas Stroll on the Downtown Square Dec. 6-8. The Christmas Stroll has something for everyone! Enjoy a variety of live entertainment, shopping, dining, children's activities and a parade.
For the complete schedule and more information, including show times for musical performances by students from Georgetown High School and McCoy Elementary, visit https://www.dgagtx.org/Christmas-Stroll---Guests.html.
From the Georgetown Police Department: Blue Santa Applications Accepted through Dec. 9
A program of the Georgetown Police Department, Blue Santa provides toys to more than 2,200 children in Georgetown during its annual toy drive and distribution.
Each year, the Georgetown Police Department, department volunteers, citizen volunteers/volunteer groups, and businesses all work together and join forces to hold special events or set up donation barrels to collect toys or monetary donations. Toys are sorted into age-appropriate categories by the Blue Santa Workshop Elves and special Christmas boxes are filled for families who apply for assistance.
Blue Santa also donates toys anytime residents have lost their belongings in fires or natural disasters. Blue Santa is not just for Christmas, although that is the main focus of the program. Monetary donations and new, unwrapped toys are welcome any time.
Qualified families who live within the city limits may apply for benefits: https://georgetowntexas.gov/public_safety/police/events/blue_santa/apply_for_assistance.php
Want to Donate?
In the spirit of Giving Tuesday and the Holiday Season, the Georgetown office of Corridor Title is an official toy drop off location for Blue Santa.
Toys must be dropped off no later than December 10th at 113 W. 9th Street in Georgetown.
If you aren't able to drop off a toy, you can also donate to the Blue Santa efforts here.
Important Upcoming Dates
December 16 – Board meeting
December 20 – Early release/ Full staff day
Dec.23-Jan. 3 – Winter Break
January 6 – Professional learning/ Student holiday