Grand Prairie ISD wishes you a very Happy Thanksgiving! We hope your day is spent with those you love. We know that you will enjoy a delicious meal together and cherish all the moments that you have with your family and friends. #ThanksgivingDay #WeAreGPISD GPISD will resume its normal schedule on Monday, December 2.
About us
The Grand Prairie Independent School District is the largest employer in Grand Prairie with approximately 3,372 staff members. More than 2,100 of those are instructional staff. GPISD is a 58-square mile district serving approximately 26,000 students within the Dallas County portion of Grand Prairie. The District boasts 39 campuses, including 25 elementary schools, seven middle schools, two ninth-grade centers, three high schools and two alternative education schools. The District has a diverse student population with 63.1 percent Hispanic students, 17.6 percent black students, 15.1 percent white students, 3.7 percent Asian students, and .5 percent American Indian students. Voted into existence on July 5, 1902, the District had the distinction of celebrating its 100-year anniversary during the 2002-2003 school year. Vision Statement We are a learning community vigorously pursuing student success. Mission Statement We will ensure student success through engaging learning experiences, collaborative leadership, and a focus on maximizing student achievement. GPISD Goals *Maximization of Student Achievement *Exercise Responsible Fiscal Oversight *Develop Leadership Capacity *Promote 21st Century Learners who are College and Career Ready The 5 Plays of Grand Prairie Schools 1. Vertically and Horizontally Aligned Curriculum 2. 5E Model of Instruction 3. Data-driven Decisions 4. Relational Capacity 5. Intentional Leadership
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- Primary and Secondary Education
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- 1,001-5,000 employees
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- Grand Prairie, TX
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- Educational
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- 1902
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2602 S. Belt Line Road
Grand Prairie, TX 75052, US
Employees at Grand Prairie ISD
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Students at Lorenzo de Zavala gain valuable experiences as they participate in the planting, caring, and harvesting of the vegetables in their gardens. They also collect eggs from their chicken coop and sell the eggs and vegetables at their DeZavala market. Grand Prairie ISD invites you to see how Zavala builds graduates and prepares them for their future. For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/gJbTViFM by clicking "Links on IG" in GPISD’s profile. #GPISDBuildingGraduates #GPISDStudentAchievement #ElevateGPISD #WeAreGPISD
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Students at Digital Arts Technology Academy at Adams Middle School have the opportunity to follow a CTE track of classes that gives them experience in hands-on, career-based problem-solving and creation. The three Apple labs provide them with the technology necessary to explore programs such as Photoshop, Audiology, and other industry applications used professionally. Grand Prairie ISD invites you to see how Adams builds graduates and prepares them for their future. For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/gYf5w-n5. #GPISDBuildingGraduates #GPISDStudentAchievement #ElevateGPISD #WeAreGPISD
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Recognizing student achievements is a wonderful way to wrap up the last day before Thanksgiving break. Join us in congratulating these nine students for this great accomplishment. GPFAA Vocal Music strand is sending nine (plus three alternates) to Area, the 4th round and final step in the Texas All-State Choir process. These singers will compete against three other areas for a spot in the TMEA All-State Choir on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at UTA. Congratulations! 🎉 And, extra shout to all our HS vocalists who auditioned at Round 3! We're proud of how ready and on point you all were. Great job representing GPFAA and growing in your music! 👏
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Grand Prairie ISD is so thankful for our substitute teachers, and we want you to know that you are 💚 and valued. Thank you to all our substitute educators who are available to continue to educate GPISD’s students when their regular classroom teacher has to be out. Thank you, GPISD substitutes! #GPISDSubsituteTeacherDay #ElevateGPISD #WeAreGPISD
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Dickinson Montessori Academy is a Montessori-inspired learning community that prepares our students for success by meeting each student’s academic and social-emotional needs. Grand Prairie ISD invites you to see how Dickinson builds graduates and prepares them for their future. For more information about Dickinson, visit https://lnkd.in/gq8FMMBm #GPISDBuildingGraduates #GPISDStudentAchievement #ElevateGPISD #WeAreGPISD
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🎉 Happy National Family Engagement Day! 🎉 Grand Prairie ISD believes family engagement is the key to student success. Check out this special message from our Director of Family & Community Engagement, Maria Herrera, as we celebrate the incredible partnerships that make our schools thrive. Thank you to our families, volunteers, and educators for working together to create these partnerships! #NationalFamilyEngagementDay #StrongerTogether #GPISDProud #FamilyEngagementMatters #WeAreGPISD
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RISE, one of Grand Prairie ISDs facilities providing transition services is hosting a series of family nights this school year. Pictured is one of our events this week providing students with an opportunity to show their families some of the activities they participate in during their time at RISE. Additionally, RISE hosted representatives from Metrocare Services and Texas Workforce Commission to share information about their services.
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Today is Education Support Professionals Day. Grand Prairie ISD is honored to recognize the important role that ESPs play in the day-to-day operation of our schools. ESPs include custodians, bus drivers, cafeteria workers, paraprofessionals, office staff, and many others. Thank you for all you do to support students and keep schools running smoothly. #GPISD💚OurESPs #ElevateGPISD #WeAreGPISD
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This holiday season, Grand Prairie ISD is partnering with the City of Grand Prairie - Municipal Government to participate in the 2024 Santa’s Helpers event sponsored by Pete Delkus, Chief Meteorologist for WFAA Channel 8 📺. On Tuesday, December 10, we invite our GPISD families to drop off a new, unwrapped toy at this year’s drive-thru location at The Epic in Grand Prairie. The event runs from 5 pm to 8 pm, and GPISD will have several student groups performing and helping collect toys. We ho ho hope to see you there! #SantasHelpers #WeAreGPISD
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