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GISD eNews | 8-26-21
In this week’s eNews:
- Find our Back to School Plan and Covid-19 Information On our Website
- Meals are Free for Students During 2021-22 School Year
- Middle School - Sign up for the After School Program
- Accepting Nominations for the District Performance Council Through Friday
- GISD Board Calls for November Bond Election
- Feedback Survey: Identify Areas of Need for Students
- SAT Opportunities for Seniors
- From the Chamber: Apply now for Junior Leadership Georgetown
- Important Upcoming Dates
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Find our Back to School Plan and Covid-19 On our Website
Our Back to School Plan and all Covid-19 information is now live on our website. The Back to School Plan covers Safety and Health Protocols, Student Resources for navigating the start of the school year, and much more. You can also find Covid Updates and FAQ’s under our COVID-19 tab..
Meals are Free for Students During 2021-22 School Year
Georgetown ISD has again elected to extend the "Seamless Summer Option" into the 2021-22 school year to provide meals to students for free regardless of their qualifications.
The opportunity comes as a result of the district’s application for a waiver through the Texas Department of Agriculture to extend its Summer Meal Program, or “Seamless Summer Option.”
Families do not need to do anything to take advantage of this program. Breakfast and lunch will be available to any enrolled GISD student daily during regular school days, and families can view menus online at georgetownisd.nutrislice.com.
Students will still have choices for a la carte items not offered through the National School Lunch Program, and parents can continue to fund meal accounts in Skyward for those extra items.
Additionally, we are encouraging families to consider completing the free and reduced lunch application. While that may sound redundant, the application is used for so much more than "just lunch". Qualified families may receive federal P-EBT food benefits, discounts or waived fees for SAT testing and college applications, discounts for gear associated with participation in athletics and fine arts, support from our partners including Blue and Brown Santa, and so much more. Additionally, school districts qualify for federal funding based on this application.
To learn more about how to qualify for these programs and apply, visit our website: www.georgetownisd.org/lunchapplication
If you have questions, please send them to us through Let’s Talk by selecting Nutrition Services.
Middle School - Sign up for the After School Program
It is time to register for after-school programs for middle school students! There are many exciting opportunities for middle school students to Think - Make - Do after school. Classes include but are not limited to cooking, homework help, robotics, canoeing, fishing, art, science, babysitters certification and more... Sign up today at www.georgetownisd.org/asap.
Accepting Nominations for the District Performance Council Through Friday
The District Performance Council serves a very important role at GISD. One of the primary functions of this committee is to work with the district to provide guidance on the District Improvement Plan and provide input on the district calendar prior to submission to the Board of Trustees. GISD is accepting nominations now through August 27, 2021 for the following vacancies:
- GISD Parents
- Business Members
- Community Members
Once members are identified, they will receive an email confirming placement on the committee.
More details on eligibility requirements are included in the registration form.
If you have additional questions, please share via Let's Talk and click on DPC.
GISD Board Calls for November Bond Election
The Georgetown ISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved an order calling for a $381,670,000 million bond election to be held on November 2. The bond addresses district growth, aging facilities, technology, fine arts, and athletics.
The proposed projects will be presented to voters in five separate propositions on the ballot in compliance with a new state law. Read more on our website.
Feedback Survey: Identify Areas of Need for Students
In preparation for Georgetown ISD's use of Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER III) federal funding, we would like your input in identifying areas of need related to addressing the impact of COVID-19 on our elementary and secondary schools. Please take a few minutes and fill out the survey to provide feedback. Encuesta completa en español.
SAT Opportunities for Seniors
Now's a good time for seniors to consider signing up for the SAT. And if you've already taken it, retaking the SAT in August or in the fall of your senior year is likely to boost your scores (and open more college admissions opportunities). Testing in August will ensure that you have your scores back in time to meet deadlines for early admission.
To get ready for test day, consider using the Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy®. Through this free, personalized practice plan, you can prepare for the SAT with ease and focus on the areas you need to improve the most.
Registration for the SAT is open to all students for the 2021-22 school year.
Upcoming SAT Dates
SAT TEST DATE: 8/28/21
Register by 7/30/21
Late Registration Deadline: 8/17/21
SAT TEST DATE: 10/2/21
Register by 9/3/21
Late Registration Deadline: 9/21/21
SAT TEST DATE: 11/6/21
Register by 10/8/21
Late Registration Deadline: 10/26/21
SAT TEST DATE: 12/4/21
Register by 11/4/21
Late Registration Deadline: 11/23/21
From our Community Partners:
From the Chamber: Deadline Approaching for Junior Leadership Georgetown Applications
Applications are now being accepted for the Junior Leadership Georgetown program through the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce.
This eight-month program for high school juniors and seniors is designed to strengthen participants’ leadership skills, community awareness, and involvement. Junior Leadership Georgetown will provide participants with quality, relevant leadership training along with knowledge of the community, needs, and opportunities. It allows participants to form effective relationships with current, past, and future leaders in the community.
More information including the application can be found on the Chamber's website.
The deadline to apply is August 31.
Important Upcoming Dates
September 6 - School Closed / Labor Day Holiday
September 20 - Board of Trustees Meeting
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