Glen Rose Independent School District

Texas Digital Citizenship Day

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CST

From: Glen Rose Independent School District

March 5 was Texas Digital Citizenship Day. This makes March a great month to remind everyone about Internet safety and how students, parents, and teachers need to "Keep Current, Keep Communicating, and Keep Checking". Common Sense Media has tools for digital literacy and citizenship. Check out the links under the GRISD Technology / Internet Safety page.

Limited Open Enrollment Program

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

From: Glen Rose Independent School District

The Glen Rose ISD Board of Trustees has approved a Limited Open Enrollment Program for non-resident students that desire to attend class in Glen Rose ISD. There is no required tuition or payment. ... Read more

Texas Digital Citizenship Day

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CST

From: Glen Rose Independent School District

Limited Open Enrollment Program

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

From: Glen Rose Independent School District

Mon, 20 May 2013 00:00:00 CST

From: Glen Rose Independent School District

GRISD is Accepting Applications for Transfer Students 6th-12th MacBooks Turn-In Schedule/Information2013 GRISD Tiger Eye Award WinnerWanda Jo Rozelle Leaders for 21st Century Learning Tiger Blogs / Tigercast Mission Statement "The mission of the Glen Rose Independent School District, in partnership with the community, in a caring, learning environment is to develop...

Texas Education Agency publishes phase-in standards for STAAR EOC

Tue, 5 Jun 2012 00:00:00 CST

From: Curriculum and Instruction

Our students recently received their STAAR and STAAR EOC results, but what do they mean? It's a bit complicated. Because 9th grade students ( and 8th grade students who took the Algebra I EOC) took End of Course tests (EOC) as part of their graduation requirments for high school credits, the EOC tests received scale scores that were matched to a phase-in passing standard....

GRISD extends Limited Open Enrollment for 2013-2014

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CST

From: Curriculum and Instruction

Glen Rose Independent School District invites you to discover an educational opportunity for your children that will prepare them to be 21st Century Learners. Within quality programs to meet students' educational and developmental needs, GRISD's low student-teacher ratio (12: 1) enables small group instruction and provides opportunities for personalized learning....

College and Career student planning site-- Available and free through TEA

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 00:00:00 CST

From: Curriculum and Instruction

College and Career student planning site-- Available and free through TEA Texas College & Career is a no-cost, one-stop, online college and career planning resource for all secondary students, parents, and educators. The new resource site, www.TexasCollegeandCareer.org, is available state-wide at no-cost to all Texas secondary students, their families, and educators....

The Texas Association of School Administrators (TASA) has announced the launch of TASA on iTunes U

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CST

From: Curriculum and Instruction

The Texas Association of School Administrators (TASA) has announced the launch of TASA on iTunes U to help transform Texas teaching and learning by providing course content for classroom teachers in the four core subject areas of mathematics, science, social studies and English language arts. With more than 1 billion downloads, iTunes U is the world's largest online...

GRISD Congratulates GRIS, GRJH and GRHS Grand Central Station Labs

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 00:00:00 CST

From: Curriculum and Instruction

The Center for Learning & Development recognizes the outstanding teachers and administrators at Glen Rose Intermediate School, Glen Rose Junior High School, and Glen Rose High School for their support of struggling learners using the structure of Grand Central Station to provide differentiated instruction and hand-on learning opportunities, professional collaboration,...

Curriculum Unit Maps

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

From: Curriculum and Instruction

Unit maps for all subjects and grade levels can be found under Curriculum and Instruction / Document Uploads. Contact Mrs. Habluetzel if you have any questions.

TX House of Representatives Sets Date/Time to Recognize HS Students

Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 CST

From: Superintendent

On Monday, May 20, 2013, The Texas House of Representatives will recognize 3 Glen Rose HS students: Jared Thames - 2 Time State Champion Powerlifting Ben McPherson - 3 Time All-State TMEA Band Abigail Fonseca - State Art Medalist Congratulations to these 3 outstanding students! The event can be viewed live at the Texas House of Representatives...

Texas House of Representatives Recognizes GRHS Students

Thu, 9 May 2013 00:00:00 CST

From: Superintendent

On April 25, 2013, House Resolution 1523 authored by Representative J.D. Sheffield, was read aloud on the House floor. The resolution honored the Glen Rose High School Academic team for its 2013 district championship in the District Academic UIL Meet. This win marks 23 out of the last 25 district meets that GRHS has won. Academic Team members included Nathan Burroughs, Cody Burtscher, Jacqui Condy, Ben Coppock, Kalli Crabtree, Devan Elliott, Abigail Fonseca, Patrick Freehill, Taylor Hansen, Amber Hewitt, Austin Hoodenpyle, Blake Kramer, Grace Payne, Christine Sheets, Sam Stegall, Miranda Willis, Hanna Wisdom, and Elisa Wiseman. On May 8, 2013, HR 1806 congratulating...

83rd Legislative Update

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CST

From: Superintendent

Dear Glen Rose ISD Parents, Staff and Community, As the 83rd Legislative Session of the Texas Legislature progresses, many bills are now beginning to move out of committees and through the House and Senate. The basic steps are in order for passing a bill into law. Legislators formulate ideas from various sources to draft potential legislation. The bill is introduced in a legislative session. The bill is referred to the appropriate House/Senate committee. The bill is considered in House/Senate committee in which public testimony is heard. If the bill is voted favorably out of committee, it is placed on the House/Senate calendar and considered by the full House/Senate...

Superintendent Rotan requests help for our friends in West, TX

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:00:00 CST

From: Superintendent

Dear Glen Rose ISD Students, Staff, Parents and Community, Our hearts are heavy with the tragic explosion in West. Please keep our friends from West in your thoughts and prayers. There is much work ahead of them in their recovery efforts. The Glen Rose ISD community is coordinating plans to help in the relief effort. It may take several days to fully evaluate the future needs of the West community. Glen Rose ISD is currently taking monetary donations, gift cards, water and personal hygiene items. Your donations may be delivered to any campus, Technology Center, or Administration Building. In our discussion with people in West, these items are currently in need....

Texas High Performing Schools Consortium Update-March 19, 2013

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CST

From: Superintendent

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GRISD is a Top "Robin Hood" Contributor

Tue, 11 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST

From: Superintendent

The attached list reflects money sent to the state of Texas through recapture by Chapter 41 schools between 1993-94 and 2011-12 school years.

Glen Rose ISD Awarded $100,000 Technology Lending Program Grant

Fri, 7 Sep 2012 00:00:00 CST

From: Superintendent

TO: Tigers, Parents, Newspapers, & Board MembersFROM: G. Wayne Rotan The 82nd Texas Legislature in Senate Bill 6, established a program to fund district technology lending program grants. The grant was created to award funds to school districts to compliment or enhance an existing technology lending program and expand the use of electronic instructional materials. The goal of the program is to ensure that all students have dedicated access to a personal technology device. A total of 140 grants were awarded to school districts and charter schools. Approximately 20 grants were awarded to schools of enrollment between 1,600-9,999 students. Glen Rose ISD applied for...

GRISD Federal Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) Ratings

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 00:00:00 CST

From: Superintendent

August 10, 2012 TO: Glen Rose ISD Parents, Staff and Community FROM: G. Wayne Rotan RE: Federal Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) Ratings The No Child Left Behind Act requires an Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) measuring system of all public schools. The AYP ratings are determined by student performance on state testing in Reading and Math for grades 3-8 and 10 only. Also,...

Flu Guide for Parents and Staff

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 CST

From: Health Services

Influenza Guidelines Download the CDC's " Flu: Guide for Parents" The CDC guidelines apply to any flu virus circulatingduring the 2012-2013 school year. These guidelines recognize the need to balance the risks of illness among students and staff with the benefits of keeping students in school. Action Steps for Parents: Practice good hand hygiene Wash your hands frequently with soap and water before eating, after using the restroom, and especially after coughing & sneezing. Teach your children to wash their hands with soap and water at least 20 seconds (enough time to sing Happy Birthday twice). Teach your child to cover the nose and...

Healthy Choices

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CST

From: Administrative Departments >> Child Nutrition

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Rosetta Stone Classes

Thu, 6 Dec 2012 00:00:00 CST

From: Administrative Departments >> Curriculum and Instruction

FREE Rosetta Stone classes are being offered for both English and Spanish language instruction. Classes held Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 6:00-8:00 at the GRHS GRAL Computer Lab. Class will follow the GRISD School Calendar. Childcare is provided on Wednesday and Thursday only by GRHS Student Service Organizations. For more information call Lisa Villa, 254-898-3909 or Susann Stetar, 254-898 3881.

Junior High Hart Gym - Basketball Practice

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 00:00:00 CST