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April 23, 2020
Tips for Practicing Self Care
Now more than ever, we need to take stock in what will see us through this time of uncertainty. We are great at caring for others, but don’t always care for ourselves. Think of self-care as anything that moves you forward in a positive way. Clearly, there are no easy answers when it comes to self-care, but you can take a number of steps to improve your daily outlook, including sticking to a daily schedule, learning something new and adjusting your expectations.
- Stick to a schedule. The abrupt, total loss of rhythm in our days left many of us feeling adrift. Consider a schedule for weekdays and one for weekends – hour by hour each day. Alternate high-intensity activities with rests or diversions.
- Limit exposure to news coverage and social media, particularly graphic or emotionally laden content. Choose a couple of trusted sites for the content you need, and let that be enough. We need to be able to read as many positive stories as heavy or negative ones, or it just isn’t helpful.
- Create some rituals for connecting to what sustains you. What anchors you? Look for ways to connect with like-minded souls.
Contributed by Cheri Lovre, director of the Crisis Management Institute
April 27 - May 1 Observance Days
- April 29-May 3 - Student Nutrition Employee Appreciation Week (May 1 - School Lunch Hero Day)
- May 1-31 GPISD Internet Safety Month
2019-2020 OBSERVANCE DAYS
The GPISD list can be found here: https://www.galenaparkisd.com/cms/lib/TX02217083/Centricity/Domain/2924/19-20%20Observance%20Calendar.pdf
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.
Thank you!
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?
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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
Get To Know Our Wonderful Campus Administrators!
Click on the link below to view the 2019-2020 GPISD Campus Administrative Directory.
Updated 4/2/2020
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