GISD eNews | 4-10-25
- Community Partnerships Bring Culinary Learning to Bridges
- Georgetown’s Jonathan Colburn Elected as TASC State Advisor At Large
- Bridges Transition and Reverse Job Fair this Saturday
- Parent Learning Community this Saturday
- East View Glee Presents: Jazz & Blues Dinner and Show
- GHS, Benold and Forbes Mass Physical Registration Now Open
- Credit by Exam
- Pre-K Enrollment Opportunities Now Open
- Returning Student Registration Now Open for 2025-2026
- Teacher Incentive Allotment Information Now Available on our Website
- Student Transfer Information – Window Open Through May 1
- Your Feedback is Needed – Elementary Reading Language Arts Resource Review
- From the Georgetown Project: Pickleball Jam Tournament this Saturday
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Community Partnerships Bring Culinary Learning to Bridges
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Bridges Transition and Reverse Job Fair this Saturday
Bridges will host a Transition Fair and Reverse Job Fair on April 12 from 10am - 12pm at the GISD Future Ready Complex.
At the Reverse Job Fair:
Students will showcase their qualifications and abilities to potential employers. Come out and support these students by interviewing them for job openings.
At the Transition Fair:
Meet with exhibitors and learn about different opportunities and services available to students with disabilities after high school
Visit our website for more details.
Parent Learning Community this Saturday
During the Bridges Transition and Reverse Job Fair April 12, GISD will also host a Parent Learning Community at the Future Ready Complex from 10am-12pm. The event will feature tours of the Future Ready Complex, free family games and crafts, Ballet Folklorico and more.
Visit our website for more details.
East View Glee Presents: Jazz & Blues Dinner and Show
East View Glee will host a Jazz & Blues Dinner and Show on April 21 at 6:30pm at Bentwood Wedding and Event Center.
Tickets are $25. Visit our website for more information.
GHS, Benold and Forbes Mass Physical Registration Now Open
Mass Physical Registration for GHS is now open! Physicals will take place on April 30 at Georgetown High School and are open to all incoming GHS, Benold, and Forbes athletes, Fine Arts (Band, Color Guard, Cheer, Dance), ROTC, and CTE students (grades 7-12). T
Registration fee: $20
Deadline to Register: April 28
Register here.
Credit by Exam
Credit by Exam is offered by Georgetown ISD for enrolled students in grades Kindergarten-12. GISD offers exams free of charge to students. The purpose of CBE testing is for acceleration (students wishing to test out of a grade or course without having prior instruction), verification (verifying credit from homeschool or non-accredited private/public school), or recovery of credit for a course in which the student has had prior instruction.
For more information, please visit our website at https://www.georgetownisd.org/departments/assessment-feedback/credit-by-exam or speak with your student’s counselor.
Pre-K Enrollment Opportunities Now Open
Pre-K Enrollment is now open for all eligible 4 year old students zoned for Georgetown ISD.
For more details on registration and eligibility, please visit our website.
Returning Student Registration Now Open for 2025-2026
If your student is currently enrolled and will be returning to GISD schools next year, returning student registration is now open in Skyward Family Access. Please take a few minutes to provide updated information for each of the students in your family, including cell phone numbers and emergency contact information so that campuses have accurate information for the upcoming school year.
Students with address changes, transfer requests, lease agreements, or who are moving to 6th or 9th grade will need to provide an updated proof of residency document such as a recent utility bill (gas, water, or electric), mortgage statement, property tax statement, or lease agreement as part of returning student registration. This can be uploaded to Skyward or submitted to your campus registrar.
If your student will not be returning to GISD schools next year, please notify us so we may update our records accordingly.
Teacher Incentive Allotment Information Now Available on our Website
Our Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) webpage is now available here, where you will find our GISD TIA Handbook - a comprehensive and detailed reference tool. The webpage includes additional helpful resources as well as links to information on becoming a National Board Certified Teacher.
Student Transfer Information - Window Open through May 1
The GISD transfer window opened on March 14 and closes on May 1. Families who submit their transfer requests by the May 1 deadline can expect to receive a decision by the end of May. Please note that Georgetown ISD schools are closed to out-of-district transfer requests, and students living in GISD are required to attend the school zoned for their residence address.
- All transfer requests granted for the school year 2024-2025 were effective for one year ONLY. Any student not approved for transfer will be reassigned to their zoned campus.
- Any family wishing to make a transfer request for the 2025–2026 school year MUST enter a new request by reaching out to your campus registrar.
- As shared during the rezoning process, grandfathering allowances were granted for one year only. Current 7th graders may apply for a transfer to remain at their current campus under the Special Considerations transfer request. Due to capacity limitations at our campuses, younger siblings grandfathered during rezoning will not be approved for transfer again this year.
Visit our website for more information and the latest updates on transfers.
Your Feedback is Needed – Elementary Reading Language Arts Resource Review
Georgetown ISD parents and community members are invited to participate in a review of resources being considered for our students. There are two areas that are up for consideration and adoption:
- Spanish Language Arts (SLAR): Amplify
- English Language Arts and Reading / Spanish Language Arts and Reading (ELAR/SLAR) K-5: SAVVAS MyView
Your input helps GISD select the best instructional materials for our students. We encourage all parents and/or community members to review these resources and share their thoughts. Your voice matters to us, and we greatly appreciate your time and insights. Thank you for partnering with us to support the education of our students.
To participate:
- Explore the online resources below for each subject area.
- Submit your feedback through the provided forms.
Spanish Language Arts (SLAR): Amplify
Resources (coming soon)
Link to Google Form
The deadline to share feedback is April 22.
English Language Arts and Reading / Spanish Language Arts and Reading (ELAR/SLAR) K-5: SAVVAS MyView
Link to Resources (coming soon)
Link to Google Form
The deadline to share feedback is April 22.
Have questions? Send them to us via Let’s Talk and select “Materials Adoption”.
From Our Partners:
From the Georgetown Project: Pickleball Jam Tournament this Saturday
The Georgetown Project is sponsoring the Pickleball Jam tournament in association with the Georgetown Pickleball Association on Saturday, April 12 at the Georgetown Tennis Center.
The cost of the tournament is $50 per player, and there will be live music, concessions, and games. All proceeds go to support The Georgetown Project’s programs including The Georgetown Project's Collaborative for Children and Youth, The NEST, Homeless Student Services Support for GISD, and Bridges to Growth Parent and Early Childhood Program.
For more information, see the flyer on our website.
Important Dates
April 12 - Reverse Job Fair, Bridges
April 14 & 15 - Special Olympics
April 18-21 — Easter Break/District Closed
April 22 — Board Meeting
May 13 – Fine Arts Signing Day