Many members of the Class of 2026 returned to their elementary and middle schools today to walk the halls one last time amid celebratory cheers! Congratulations again to this year’s graduates.
Except for Collegiate Academy and iUniversity Prep, Thursday, May 21, is the last day of school and an early release day for all GCISD campuses.
Check your school’s instructional calendar: www.gcisd.net/instructional-calendars-25-26
Check your school’s instructional calendar: www.gcisd.net/instructional-calendars-25-26
Today is Speech Language Pathologist Day! Our amazing speech language pathologists work with students from age three until graduation in building their fluency, articulation and social skills. We are so grateful to have these talented professionals!
Happy National Speech Pathologists Day! A heartfelt thank you to Mrs. Carr for helping students find their voices, build confidence, and grow every day. 🗣️💙
This week, the Grapevine-Colleyville Education Foundation surprised 18 GCISD educators with spring STAR Teaching Grants totaling nearly $35,000! These grants fund projects that benefit students by enhancing existing programs or funding innovative class projects.
Bransford Elementary School and Dove Elementary School hosted memorable Legacy events last week. Attended by past and current students, families and staff, the events celebrated friendships, traditions and memories of these two special and remarkable campuses. Thank you to the campus legacy committees for their dedication in organizing such meaningful tributes to showcase how the spirit of Bransford and Dove lives on through the incredible people who walked their halls.
Reminder: The last day of school is Thursday, May 21. Students will be dismissed early at 11:45 AM. 🎒☀️ Please make arrangements for pick-up or after-school care.
🍧📚 Sweet rewards for hard work!
Congratulations to all of our Pre-K through 5th grade students who participated in the reading challenge! Students who read at least 300 minutes earned a special treat from Kona Ice! We are so proud of their dedication to reading and learning. Keep turning those pages! 📖✨
Elementary parents: Our GCISD Extended Day Learning summer mini camps are filling up fast. Make your summer plans now.
Whether your student wants to:
Find their groove in “Tiny Twisters: Intro to Dance”
Build epic structures in “Lego Legends Lab”
Learn to rally school spirit in “Cheer Fundamentals”
Investigate a galaxy far far away in “Star Wars Science Explorers”
Meet new friends while learning fundamentals in “Volleyball Skills with Coach Basil”
Step into the spotlight in “Stage Stars Theater Camp”
There is an adventure waiting for everyone!
Secure their spot: www.gcisd.net/o/gcisd/page/summer-programs
Whether your student wants to:
Find their groove in “Tiny Twisters: Intro to Dance”
Build epic structures in “Lego Legends Lab”
Learn to rally school spirit in “Cheer Fundamentals”
Investigate a galaxy far far away in “Star Wars Science Explorers”
Meet new friends while learning fundamentals in “Volleyball Skills with Coach Basil”
Step into the spotlight in “Stage Stars Theater Camp”
There is an adventure waiting for everyone!
Secure their spot: www.gcisd.net/o/gcisd/page/summer-programs
Our awesome and talented GCISD coaches are offering a number of athletic camps this summer for students of all ages. From baseball to soccer to tennis to volleyball, be sure to check out the line-up:
Athletics camps listing: www.gcisd.net/page/summer-programs
Athletics camps listing: www.gcisd.net/page/summer-programs
As we make our final approach to the end of the school year, be sure to register your student for the 2026-2027 school year. Knowing enrollment numbers helps campuses prepare now for the upcoming school year.
🎒 Returning students: Check in through Skyward Family Access
📍 New families: Request a Skyward account first
🍎 Pre-K: Complete the Pre-K online application first
🏠 New siblings: Log in to Skyward Family Access and add a new student by selecting the “New Student Online Enrollment” tab
Don’t delay! Register today.
https://www.gcisd.net/page/enrollment-registration
🎒 Returning students: Check in through Skyward Family Access
📍 New families: Request a Skyward account first
🍎 Pre-K: Complete the Pre-K online application first
🏠 New siblings: Log in to Skyward Family Access and add a new student by selecting the “New Student Online Enrollment” tab
Don’t delay! Register today.
https://www.gcisd.net/page/enrollment-registration
Check out this heartwarming news from Dove Elementary School! Thanks to Wish for Wheels and Charles Schwab, several second graders received the gift of brand new bicycles. The school’s counselor applied for the philanthropic experience, and the Charles Schwab team came out Tuesday to help build the bikes and teach the students how to ride them safely.
Final Throwback Thursday: Dove’s Talent Shows! 🌟🎭🎶
We’re celebrating every brave performer — singers, dancers, comedians, and more — who filled our stage with talent and heart.
Today was the awards luncheon for our Special Olympics athletes! The event is annually hosted by the Grapevine Rotary to celebrate our special athletes for participating in events throughout the year. What a great day!
Happy School Nurse Day! Today, we recognize the amazing nurses across GCISD who keep our students healthy, safe and ready to learn. From caring for injuries and managing chronic conditions to performing health screenings, our school nurses are true heroes in every sense.
Thank you to everyone who came out for Walk a Mile 2026 yesterday! A special shout out to community partner Baylor Scott & White for providing their experts who shared information about children’s health topics and gave out children’s bike helmets–for free.
Ever wonder who keeps our students safe and smiling? Meet Nurse Jake — our everyday hero. 🩺✨ On School Nurse Appreciation Day (May 5), we’re sending big thanks for the care, calm, and compassion you bring to school life.
Teachers change lives — thank you, Dove staff, for every lesson, encouragement, and extra minute you give. 🍎✨ During Teacher Appreciation Week we’re sending gratitude and ❤️ your way.
It’s Teacher Appreciation Week! Our incredible educators go above and beyond to support, inspire and empower students every day. Now it’s time to show them how much they are appreciated. Comment below to give shout out your favorite teacher, past or present.
Today is School Lunch Hero Day, and we’re celebrating our incredible GCISD Nutrition Services team which fuels our students every day. These heroes ensure our learners are healthy, nourished and ready to succeed.
