***ALERT*** ASCENDER and Portal Applications will be unavailable on Sunday, September 3rd from 6am to 8am to install required system software updates.
NEW!!! Giddings ISD will introduce online athletic ticket sales the 2023-24 school year.
https://giddingsisdtx.hometownticketing.com/embed/all
All new Pre-K and Kindergarten students must enroll IN PERSON at GES. The final Summer Round Up will be held on the followings dates at Giddings Elementary:
Pre-Kindergarten Summer Round Up -- August 1st from 9:00-1:00
Kindergarten Summer Round Up -- August 2nd from 9:00-1:00
(if your child was enrolled at GES in PK for the 22-23 school year, you do not need to attend)
Documentation required for registration MUST be provided at the Round Up event. A description of all documentation REQUIRED for registration can be found here:
PreK: https://5il.co/1zvch
Kindergarten: https://5il.co/1zvci
Summer meals open to the community will be offered at Giddings Elementary School.
Monday through Thursday - beginning Tuesday, May 30th through Thursday, June 29th. Breakfast will be served from 730AM-830AM and Lunch will be served from 11AM-12PM.
Giddings Elementary is located at 1402 E Industry St, Giddings, TX 78942
Giddings ISD Student Registration for Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten
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DO NOT register Pre-Kindergarteners or Kindergarteners online.
Pre-Kindergarteners and Kindergarteners MUST register at Giddings Elementary School.
Beginning May 8th through May 26th registration packets can be picked up and dropped off from 9:00am to 2:30PM.
Beginning May 30th through June 15th registration packets can be picked up and dropped off from 9:00am to 1:00pm
If you have questions, contact the Elementary office at (979)542-2886.
Online Registration for new and returning students in 1st through 12th grade will open on Monday, May 8th. Pre-K and Kindergarten registration MUST be completed at the Elementary School. Click on the home page "ONLINE REGISTRATION" button to register new and returning students, 1st through 12th grade starting Monday, May 8th.
Instructions for registering can be found here: https://5il.co/wk5y
Giddings ISD is now accepting applications for student transfers for the 2023-2024 school year. Current Students: April 1, 2023 through April 30, 2023 New Students: May 1, 2023 through May 31, 2023 LATE APPLICANTS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. The transfer application can be found here: https://5il.co/182np Applications can be submitted to the following address: Giddings ISD Attn: Carla McMillian PO Box 389 Giddings, TX 78942
Internet & phone service has been restored to all GISD campuses.
ALL GISD internet service is currently down. This also affects all phone lines across the district. There is no estimate on restoration of service at this time. Updates will be provided as soon as possible.
Thank you for your patience.
After assessing the forecast weather conditions, it is out of an abundance of caution that GISD administration officials have decided to
DELAY THE START OF SCHOOL BY 2 HOURS
tomorrow, Thursday, February 2.
Buses will also run 2 hours later.
Due to the forecast for continued freezing weather and hazardous road conditions, GISD campuses will remain closed through Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2023.
Stay Safe!
Due to the possibility of worsening weather conditions throughout the day, and out of an abundance of caution, GISD administration officials have decided to cancel all classes for today, Tuesday, January 31st. We will continue to monitor the weather conditions and provide an update on Wednesday classes by this evening. Be safe, and stay warm.
After assessing the current weather conditions, it is out of an abundance of caution that GISD administration officials have decided to delay the start of school by 2 hours tomorrow, Tuesday, January 31st.
Although conditions appear to be favorable for the delay, administration officials will continue to monitor the situation throughout the night. Should it become necessary to cancel classes for Tuesday, the announcement will be made no later than 7am on Tuesday.
GISD administrators are keeping a close eye on the weather and road conditions for tonight and tomorrow. We will notify parents and staff ASAP if changes in our schedule are necessary for tomorrow.
Click on this link for an important letter from Interim Superintendent Shane Holman regarding a threat reported at the GMS campus today (Jan. 25, 2023). https://5il.co/1nvnv
Hey, Giddings Buffaloes fans!
Jump into January with 15% OFF orders of $100 or more at your Giddings Buffaloes Sideline Store. Stock up for yourself or for a fellow fan who's had their eye on that special hoodie, hat or tumbler. Best of all, this awesome sale is on for the ENTIRE month! So head over to Sideline Store now and save on all your faves with code JAN23 today.
http://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/texas/giddings/giddings-isd
The GHS Chess Club is sponsoring a pre-concert meal tomorrow (Tuesday, 12/13) before the GISD Band Concert. The pulled-pork sandwich meal includes chips, onions/pickles, Blue Bell ice cream, BBQ sauce, and a drink (water or soda). The cost is $10 and it will be served from 4:30pm until 6:30pm.
The GMS Girls Basketball program is holding a ChristmasToy Drive on Monday, Dec. 12. Attendees for the games against Smithville are asked to bring a small unwrapped toy for a boy or girl between the ages of 3 and 10 years old. The toy (or a monetary donation toward the purchase of toys) will be accepted as your admission fee. Toy donations will benefit Giddings Elementary students in need.
Go Buffs!
Hey, Giddings Buffalo Fans!
It's time to get a head start on all your Cyber Monday shopping. Visit your Sideline Store now and take 25% OFF the hottest Giddings Buffalo apparel and accessories on everyone's list with code CYBERMONDAY. Don't wait--order by November 28 to receive by December 25.
Go Buffs!
http://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/texas/giddings/giddings-isd
GISD Superintendent Roger Dees highlights a few items of interest for the Giddings ISD community -- a PDF of this November newsletter is available here: https://5il.co/1kj4a
