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May 7, 2020
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What can managers and HR professionals do to support employees?
With many organizations requiring employees to stay out of the office, it's more important than ever to encourage and facilitate regular communication with employees. Here are tips for managers and human resource professionals in supporting employees in staying connected to the workplace and each other:
- Show empathy and be available: Understand that employees are likely feeling overwhelmed and anxious about circumstances related to the virus. Make yourself available to your staff to talk about fears, to answer questions and to reassure them about work and other issues that might come up.
- Stay connected with communication and meeting tools: Use virtual meeting options with video, like Zoom or JoinMe, for regular check-ins and to allow teams to connect with one another "face-to-face."
- Recognize the impact of isolation and loneliness: Working remotely can cause people to feel isolated, making it more important to routinely check in with your team, not only about their work product, but also to see how they are doing. Loneliness can lead to depression and other mental health issues. Be aware of significant changes you may see in your team member's personality or work product, because it may be a sign that a person is struggling.
- Encourage online training: This is a great time to encourage employees to sharpen their skills with online training. It is also a good distraction to focus on learning rather than worrying about other issues. Find online trainings and new learning opportunities to recommend to employees.
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Get To Know Our Wonderful Campus Administrators!
Click on the link below to view the 2019-2020 GPISD Campus Administrative Directory.
Updated 5/7/2020
May Observance Days
- May 1-31- GPISD Internet Safety Month
- May 1-31 - Better Hearing and Speech Month
- May 18-22 - National Educational Bosses’ Week
- May 20 - Educational Bosses’ Day
- May 25 - Memorial Day (District Holiday)
Middle School & Mac Arthur Elementary School Item Drop Off
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. & 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
- Choir Uniforms
- Band Uniforms
- LOTC Uniforms
- Library Books
- Band Instruments
- Etc.
Monday, May 11, 2020, 09:00 AM
Galena Park Independent School District, TX, USA
ACE Virtual Graduation
Please joins us for the ACE Virtual Graduation:
Monday, May 11, 2020, 07:00 PM
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Middle School & Mac Arthur Elementary School Item Drop Off
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. & 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
- Choir Uniforms
- Band Uniforms
- LOTC Uniforms
- Library Books
- Band Instruments
- Etc.
Tuesday, May 12, 2020, 09:00 AM
Galena Park Independent School District, TX, USA
High School Item Drop Off
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. & 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
- Choir Uniforms
- Band Uniforms
- JROTC Uniforms
- Library Books
- Band Instruments
- Etc.
Wednesday, May 13, 2020, 09:00 AM
Galena Park Independent School District, TX, USA
Cobb & MacArthur Teacher Classroom Clean Out
Wednesday, May 13, 2020, 09:00 AM
Galena Park Independent School District, TX, USA
High School Item Drop Off
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. & 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
- Choir Uniforms
- Band Uniforms
- JROTC Uniforms
- Library Books
- Band Instruments
- Etc.
Thursday, May 14, 2020, 09:00 AM
Galena Park Independent School District, TX, USA
JCE Parent Pick Up/Drop Off
Thursday, May 14, 2020, 09:00 PM
Jacinto City Elementary School, Wiggins Street, Houston, TX, USA
Cobb / MAC Parent Drop Off/Pick Up
Friday, May 15, 2020, 09:00 AM
Galena Park Independent School District, TX, USA
TEA COVID-19 Support and Guidance
TEA Guidance for Seniors (Class of 2020):
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FuQxusHuT4TSDtngfLmG-g8sH-1mLxFG/view?usp=sharing
To learn more click on the link below:
Student Transfer Request - Open Enrollment Dates
Information regarding student transfer dates for 2020-2021 school year is now available online.
GPISD Support Line
Parents and Students, Do you have any school-related questions you would like to have answered?
Please call 832-386-1300, and leave your name, your child's name and school, a phone number where you can be reached, and a brief description of your question so we can have the correct person contact you within 24 hours. Please note, this is an automated line.
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Educational Resources Frequently Asked Questions:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/15XhIm4GutWVDTnL-Exxu0mJ0DVC68Shd/view?usp=sharing
Galena Park I.S.D. website:
Frequently Asked Questions/Important Information Regarding COVID-19
Need To Know What Communication Has Been Sent To Parents?
Click here to view letters:
GPISD Technical Support
The GPISD Technology Department will provide support to students and staff, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
The Technical Support offered is to assist students and staff with accessing District resources; the support is not provided as technical support for personal hardware.
Please email your questions to:techsupport@galenaparkisd.com or call 832-386-1400.
Click here to view and/or upload content. NOTE: You must be logged into your @GPAPPS account. -- If you do not have access and would like access, please contact Dr. Pichon.
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Galena Park I.S.D. Is More Than One Score
Please help us collect information about the wonderful things happening in Galena Park I.S.D. for inclusion in the 2019-2020 edition of More Than One Score!
Save your submissions to the More Than One Score folder, using the following link to the specified Google folder:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1phJpAJUEyPrf_WVFaIOo2VCXoD5qS8iE?usp=sharing
You may log in here to update your contact information.
Superintendent's Expectations
1. Treat others BETTER than you treat yourself.
2. Model kindness, compassion, a strong work ethic, acceptance and forgiveness.
3. Build positive relationships with students, staff, parents, community members and colleagues.
4. Work collaboratively for positive growth and change.
5. Embrace 21st Century students and learning.
6. Ensure EVERY child is given the opportunity to ACHIEVE across multiple disciplines and activities.
7. Excellence is the ONLY OPTION, and excuses are not welcomed!
Galena Park Independent School District
The mission of the Galena Park Independent School District is to prepare students to become productive citizens and lifelong learners.
Email: communications@galenaparkisd.com
Website: www.galenaparkisd.com
Location: Galena Park Independent School District, Harris County, TX, United States
Phone: 832-386-1063
Facebook: facebook.com/GPISD
Twitter: @GalenaParkISD