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GISD eNews | 1-26-23

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GISD eNews | 1-26-23 

  1. Supporting Emotional Wellness, Enriching the Student Learning Experience

  2. GISD Explained: School Finance

  3. Join us March 2 for the 8th Annual State of the District event

  4. GHS Theatre Presents Kiss Me, Kate Jan. 27-29

  5. East View Theatre Presents Little Shop of Horrors Feb. 2-4

  6. Adult ESL Classes

  7. Parent Learning Community Event Feb. 9

  8. Dual Language Info Sessions for Incoming Kinder Students

  9. Reminder: Bus Riders are Required to Use SMART Tag

  10. Support PE Programs in GISD while Chasing the Chief - Register by Jan. 31 to guarantee your t-shirt

  11. From the City of Georgetown: Join us for the State of the City on Feb. 1

  12. From the City of Georgetown: Scheduled curbside bulky-waste pickup date changing on Feb. 6 

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In Case You Missed It: Great News in GISD Schools!

 

Partner Spotlight: Sun City Rotary Club

January Board Briefs 

Family Updates: Read Dr. Brent’s Latest News

 

 

This Week’s Feature Stories:

GISD Explained: School Finance (coming soon)

Supporting Emotional Wellness, Enriching the Student Learning Experience

In this week’s eNews:

 

Join us March 2 for the 8th Annual State of the District event

This free event invites the community to an immersive experience featuring the work of students and staff district-wide in the areas of academics, career and technical education, and fine arts, including innovative projects and programs that were funded with grants from the Georgetown ISD Education Foundation. Interact with students from all grade levels, experience what students are learning in Georgetown ISD through visual showcases and performances, presentations, and enjoy small bites throughout the event.

Dr. Brent will share his state of the district address which will highlight advancements in teaching and learning and a map for the future.

Tickets are free but registration is encouraged. 

 

GHS Theatre Presents Kiss Me, Kate Jan. 27-29

 

GHS Theater is bringing their production of the musical Kiss Me, Kate to you this weekend! Showtimes are as follows: 

 

Friday, Jan. 27 - 7 PM

Saturday, Jan. 28 - 7 PM

Sunday, Jan. 29 - 2 PM

 

Performances will be held at the Klett Performing Arts Center. 

 

Tickets are available for purchase at https://the512presents.ludus.com/index.php. 

 

East View Theater Presents Little Shop of Horrors Feb. 2-4

 

EVHS theater has been working to bring you a funny and thrilling musical! Don’t miss this performance of the Hollywood and Broadway classic, Little Shop of Horrors.

 

Showtimes are as follows:


Thursday, Feb. 2 - 7 PM

Friday, Feb. 3 - 7 PM

Saturday, Feb. 4 - 2 PM and 7 PM

 

All performances will take place at the East View High School theater. 

Tickets are available for purchase at https://www.evhstheater.com/tickets. 

Adult ESL Classes

There is some space available in our adult ESL (English as a Second Language) classes at Wagner Middle School. The classes are Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6:30-8:00 PM. 

Please contact Mr. Omar Pacheco at pachecov@georgetownisd.org if you would like to attend or for more information.  

Parent Learning Community Event Feb. 9

Join us on February 9 for a Parent Learning Community event! Sessions begin at 6 pm and will cover: 

  • Backpack Buddies - Learn how the community provides food for our students and how to qualify

  • Dual language - Hear how students learn English and Spanish together in this program

  • Counseling 101 - Explore the role of the counselor at each school level

  • And more… 

Limited child care and the food & resource room will be available at 5:30 PM.

  You will also have access to:

  • Shop in the Bridges Boutique

  • Legal Support with GTX Connect

  • Medicaid Support with Dell Children's Ascension

  • Get information and sign up for Special Olympics

 Find more information and the QR code to RSVP on the event flyer. 

Dual Language Info Sessions for Incoming Kinder Students

 

Parents of English speaking students from any campus who are interested in applying for the Kindergarten Dual Language program are encouraged to attend an info night to learn about the program structure, goals, and application process. 

 

These sessions will be held in conjunction with our Parent Learning Community nights. The first opportunity will be February 9 followed by another on March 9. Please join us at HCLL (507 E University Ave) at 5:30 PM for snacks. Programming will be offered in 30 minute sessions at 6:00 PM, 6:30 PM, and 7:00 PM. We look forward to seeing you!

 

Reminder: Bus Riders are Required to Use SMART Tag

If your student rides the bus, please help ensure that they are using their school-issued SMART Tag daily. SMART Tags are used to help improve the safety and security of your student and streamline the loading and unloading process each day. 

 

Support PE Programs in GISD while Chasing the Chief - Register by Jan. 31 to guarantee your t-shirt

 

Registration is now open for the 11th Annual Chase the Chief 5K & Family Fun Run at East View High School. REGISTER NOW for t-shirt guarantee!

 

Invite your family, friends and neighbors to join you in catching Georgetown’s Police Chief Cory Tchida!

Proceeds benefit physical education programs in Georgetown schools.

 

When: Sunday, March 5, 2023

Where: East View High School

Registration Fees: $10/adult & $5/student. No refunds or transfers.

 

Register at: https://chasethechief.georgetown.org/register/ 

Packet Pickup Information:

March 1, 2 and 3 from 11 AM – 7 PM

Georgetown Police Department – 3500 D.B. Wood Road

 

From Our Community Partners:

From the City of Georgetown: Join us for the State of the City on Feb. 1

Curious about the City’s plans for growth? What about water? Traffic? Development? Learn about all that and more at the State of the City on Wednesday, Feb. 1.

Open House: 6-7:30 PM at City Hall | Learn more + provide feedback on a number of Georgetown projects and plans, including: 

  • Downtown Master Plan 

  • Water conservation 

  • Williams Drive 

  • Austin Avenue 

  • Unified Development Code rewrite 

Savory refreshments will be served, and if you visit enough City booths, you’ll be entered to win a Georgetown-themed gift basket! 

Address + Q&A: 7:30-8:30 PM in council chambers | Mayor Josh Schroeder & City Manager David Morgan will provide a look back at 2022 and the plans for 2023, followed by taking questions from the audience. This part of the event will also be streamed at https://georgetown.org/gtv/ and on Facebook. We hope to see you there! 

Find out more at https://georgetown.org/state-of-the-city-2023/. 


From the City of Georgetown: Scheduled curbside bulky-waste pickup date changing on Feb. 6

Starting Feb. 6, scheduled bulky-waste pickups for Georgetown residents will be your regular trash day, rather than Saturdays. Pickups must be scheduled in advance.

In-city residents get four free, curbside bulky-waste pickups a year to help you dispose of large items that won’t fit into your cart, items like:

  • Furniture

  • Mattresses

  • Toilets

  • Washers/dryers

  • Refrigerators (additional charges apply)

Don’t forget: Items in good condition can be donated!

Schedule your bulky-waste pickup today with Texas Disposal Systems by calling 512-930-1715.

Find more information at: https://bit.ly/bulkywastegtx 

Important Upcoming Dates

February 2 - Elementary Honor Choir Concert 
February 20-21 - Student Holiday/Staff Professional Learning
February 20 - Board Meeting
March 2 - State of the District

Student events in athletics and fine arts are in full swing. Follow our athletic calendar and fine arts calendar so you don’t miss an event!

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