Godley ISD Employee Newsletter
December 2017
It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year
Elementary Leaders
Twenty students comprised of 2nd and 3rd graders were inducted into the Little Lights leadership team on December 11th prior to Leadership Night events at GES. The chosen members applied for the position by submitting an application, 2 references, and 3 essay questions. In addition, they were interviewed by a panel of teachers, administrators and older student leaders. While the process wasn’t easy, these students persevered and showed true leadership potential! Their purpose is summed up in the mission statement they wrote:
We are the GES Little Lights
who make BIG decisions to
LEARN, LOVE and LEAD.
Our mission is to inspire others
to lead by setting an example of
using the 7 Habits and finding our
voices.
Elementary Leadership Event
Godley Elementary had fun hosting a leadership event earlier this year. Families and community members where invited to the school to observe students showcasing their leadership skills. As a Leader in Me School, students are learning the 7 Habits of HIghly Effective People. Some of the habits highlighted included Habit 6 Synergizing: working together and cooperating and Habit 7 Begin with the End in Mind: Listen first then speak. We had lots of participation and appreciate everyone who helpded make this event successful.
Field trip Fun!
Outstanding Educator Nominees
Melony Hunt
Andrea Wood
Jeff Guess
STEAM Carnival
Middle School News
UIL News
National Junior Honor Society
Game of Chrome
Fitness Challenge
Godley High School Band
GHS Band attended the Paluxy Valley Marching Contest in Glen Rose. They received 1s in prelims, Outstanding Drum Major, Outstanding Drum Line and made finals. In finals, the band received straight 1s. At their UIL Marching Contest, they received a 1st division! Band directors and participants put in a lot of hard work throughout the year preparing for these competitions and it shows! Congratulations on these fantastic results!
FFA Awards
he FFA Public Relations team competed at the Texas FFA State Leadership Development Event Contest on December 1st and 2nd at Sam Houston State University. Godley FFA placed 2nd out of 333 teams across the state of Texas. Members of the Public Relations team include Tayla Tidwell, Kade Zink, Will Heiner, and Cason Lutrick.
Prior to the State Contest the PR team was named Tarleton State University Invitational Champions, Lake Whitney District Champions, and Area VIII FFA Champions.
Congratulations to these deserving FFA members on their hard work and accomplishments.
Teachers and Staff
- Please don't let your CDL expire! The test if much more difficult than it use to be
- Nextlink internet is now available in Godley and is offering an educator discount of half price installation ($50 instead of $100) and $10 off each of the plans. When you click on residential internet, the first packages include a phone so the prices are a bit higher. If you scroll down, you will see the pricing without a phone line. Go to www.nextlinkinternet.com for more information.
- Contact Cheri within 31 days of a life changing event. As an employee, should you have a change of event in your life, the following processes are vital;
- Birth/Adoption of a child or Employee's Serious Illness or that of a child, parent, or spouse
- Report it to your Administrator on Campus
- godleyisd.net/departments/business office/payroll/Family Medical Leave Act - complete the FMLA Request Form
- Turn the FMLA Request Form to Cheri (Payroll)
- Once employee is notified of approval
- Go back to the website - godleyisd.net/departments/business office/payroll/Family Medical Leave Act/Complete the Certification for Employee or Family based on their request. This form must be completed by a physician and turned back into Cheri (Payroll Department) within 15 days (refer to attached flowchart and/or see page 22 of the Employee Handbook)
- Life-changing Events: Marriage/Birth/Adoption/Divorce/Death/or changing insurance coverage to that of a spouse because of a better rate.
Texas Heroes Loan Program
As parents, we would like to say how thankful we are for what you do for our kids. It takes a big heart to shape those little minds and of course a lot of patience too! We work with teachers all over the state of Texas and found that many didn’t know about this program. With today’s housing market being so hot, we want to make sure every teacher knows about this program called “Texas Heroes Loan Program”. With this program, you can purchase a home with almost zero money down using this Grant Program. This is a grant, not a loan, for up to 5 percent of the sales price of the home to be used for closing costs. You can use this program to build a NEW HOME too!!! We’ve closed loans with teachers who have even received money back at the closing of their new home by using this great program.
We hope every teacher will take advantage of this program. You deserve it and so much more for what you do for our little people!
Dallas Zoo Discount Program
Going on now at the Dallas Zoo:
ZOO LIGHTS!: We’re thrilled to reveal our new holiday lights tradition, Dallas Zoo Lights Presented by Reliant Energy ®. Spanning 33 nights from Nov. 17 through Jan. 2, stroll a path that covers 25-acres within ZooNorth once the animals have gone inside for the night. Enjoy an array of light-wrapped trees, overhead and hanging light displays, lighted 2-D decorations, and fantastic 3-D light sculptures. Various lighted vignettes throughout the Zoo will give you the feeling of being transported from an African watering hole to a holiday candy land at the North Pole. Each night will feature holiday performances, tasty winter treats, activities for kids, photo ops, and our carousel and mini-train rides lit up for the occasion. It’s free with paid Zoo admission, so plan to spend your holidays with us!
Acton Nature Center
The Acton Nature Center of Hood County is open to anyone who enjoys the peace and quiet of nature at its finest. Families can enjoy hiking and exploring the property. The center offers year round programs to encourage families to spend time outside. For more information and to see a schedule of upcoming events, visit their website: http://actonnaturecenter.org/
GISD Wishes Everyone a Very Merry Christmas!
Godley ISD
Email: socialmedia@godleyisd.net
Website: ilovegodleyisd.net
Location: Godley ISD Administration, North Pearson Street, Godley, TX, United States
Phone: 817-389-2536
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Twitter: @GodleyISD