GISD eNews | 4-17-25
- Future Ready Complex Brings New Auto Tech Learning Possibilities
- Cosmetology Graduation: See photos
- Special Olympics: See photos
- All Abilities Art Show: See photos
- Spring into Great Attendance Habits: Elementary Attendance Contest through April 30
- Be A Star, Win A Car: Eligible Seniors Can Win a Brand New Car
- East View Glee Presents: Jazz & Blues Dinner and Show April 21
- GHS, Benold and Forbes Mass Physical April 30 - Registration Now Open
- Save the Date: GISD Fine Arts Signing Day May 13
- EVHS, Tippit and Wagner Mass Physical May 14 - Registration Now Open
- Credit by Exam
- Pre-K Enrollment Opportunities Now Open
- Returning Student Registration Now Open for 2025-2026
- Student Transfer Information – Window Open Through May 1
- Your Feedback is Needed – Elementary Reading Language Arts Resource Review
- From the Carver Center for Families: Fit & Fun Summer Activities Showcase May 2
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ICYMI:
Community Partnerships Bring Culinary Learning to Bridges
Georgetown’s Jonathan Colburn Elected as TASC State Advisor At Large
Visit our eNews hub for more stories of GISD in the news.
This week’s features:
Future Ready Complex Brings New Auto Tech Learning Possibilities
Cosmetology Graduation: See photos
Special Olympics: See photos
All Abilities Art Show: See photos
In this week’s eNews:
Spring into Great Attendance Habits: Elementary Attendance Contest through April 30
Great attendance habits lead to more learning, better grades, and more success in school and life! Through April 30, the better your student’s attendance is, the more chances you BOTH have to win! Prizes include:
- PARENT GRAND PRIZE - $50 HEB gift card!
- STUDENT GRAND PRIZE - A brand new BIKE!
- Gift certificates to local restaurants
How does it work?
- Perfect attendance = 100 entries
- No more than 2 absences and no unexcused absences = 50 entries
Visit our website for more information.
Be A Star, Win A Car: Eligible Seniors Can Win a Brand New Car
Our generous partners at Hewlett Volkswagen Georgetown have partnered with us to award one GISD senior with a FREE brand new car. In order to qualify for the competition, students must:
- Satisfy all graduation requirements
- Maintain a Two point five GPA
- Have an Attendance rate of at least 96%
- Have Respect for school rules and demonstrate responsible behavior (A student must have no conduct that results in disciplinary suspensions and/or placements, including: In-School Suspension, Out-of-School Suspension, GAP, or JJAEP)
Visit www.georgetownisd.org/BeAStar for more info. A winner will be selected at the end of the school year.
East View Glee Presents: Jazz & Blues Dinner and Show April 21
East View Glee will host a Jazz & Blues Dinner and Show on April 21 at 6:30 pm at Bentwood Wedding and Event Center.
Tickets are $25. Visit our website for more information.
GHS, Benold and Forbes Mass Physical April 30 - 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).
Registration fee: $20
Deadline to Register: April 28
Register here.
Save the Date: GISD Fine Arts Signing Day May 13
Join us for the 2025 Fine Arts Signing Day as we celebrate seniors continuing their education in the arts. The event will be held at Hammerlun, 507 E. University Ave. at 6 pm on May 13.
EVHS, Tippit and Wagner Mass Physical May 14 - Registration Now Open
Mass Physical Registration for EVHS is now open! Physicals will take place on May 14 at East View High School and are open to all incoming EVHS, Tippit and Wagner athletes, Fine Arts (Band, Color Guard, Cheer, Dance), ROTC, CTE and HOSA students (grades 7-12).
Registration fee: $20
Deadline to Register: May 7
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.
Families 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.
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. Two areas 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
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 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 Carver Center for Families: Fit & Fun Summer Activities Showcase May 2
This high-energy evening will bring together Georgetown families who are eager to learn about free and low-cost summer programs. With games, hot dogs, a petting zoo, and plenty of community fun, it’s the perfect opportunity to learn what local organizations have planned for summer.
The event will be held at the Carver Center for Families on May 2 from 5:30 - 7 pm.
Important Dates:
April 18-21 — Easter Break/District Closed
April 22 — Board Meeting
May 13 – Fine Arts Signing Day
Graduations
May 22 – Richarte High School, Klett PAC
May 23 – East View High School, GISD Athletic Complex
May 24 – Georgetown High School, GISD Athletic Complex