Grapevine Elementary School

Who says summer is just for vacation? Our teachers are getting their teach on — literally! ☀️🍎 Mrs. Hendrickson, Mrs. Fiffick, Mrs. Cade, and Mrs. Hickerson, along with a whole crew of amazing educators from all over Texas, are at the Get Your Teach On conference this week! They’re gathering new ideas, fun strategies, and fresh inspiration to make next year even more awesome for our kids. We love that they never stop learning — even when school’s out! Give them a shout-out for making learning fun all year long! 🎉👏 #GetYourTeachOn #gesshineon

Mark your calendars and join us as we welcome our new principal, Brooke Teeter-Stocz to the GES family! We are thrilled for her to experience our GES community! See you there!

🎓 Congratulations to the GHS and CHHS Class of 2025! 🎉 We’re incredibly proud of each and every one of you. GES is so honored to play even a small part in your journey. As you step into the next chapter, know that your hard work, growth, and perseverance have inspired us all. Today, we all celebrate you! The future is bright — GO SHINE! ✨

🎉📚 Tomorrow is the LAST DAY OF SCHOOL! 📚🎉 We’ve made it to the end of an amazing year filled with learning, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Thank you to our students, families, and staff for making this school year so special! 💥 Reminder: We will have an early release tomorrow at 11:45 AM! 💥 Make sure pickup plans are in place—we don’t want anyone left behind as we head into summer! Wishing everyone a safe, fun, and relaxing break. ☀️ See you next year! 💙

Update (1:58 p.m.) The City of Grapevine Water Department has informed us of a water main break off Hughes Road and it will be necessary to shut off water for repairs at our campus for the rest of the afternoon to make necessary repairs. Water bottles are available for students, if needed. Restrooms are available for those who have an immediate need. All other school operations are continuing as normal. Extended Day Program will be cancelled for today. Water is expected to be back on before school opens tomorrow morning. Secure released (1:17 p.m.) Grapevine Police Department has determined the area is clear for normal activity and released the “Secure” for Grapevine Elementary. All school activities will now resume and visitors are welcome. Update (11:33 a.m.) Lunch is being served and all other normal operations continue inside Grapevine Elementary, including indoor recess. We remain in contact with the Grapevine Police Department and are following their guidance to remain in the “Secure” protocol. Update (10:42 a.m.) Grapevine Elementary remains in a “Secure” as our lunch schedule begins, but lunch visitors will not be permitted. Update (10:05 a.m.) Grapevine Elementary remains in a “Secure” as normal operations continue inside the building. Please remember that visitors will not be granted access to the school at this time. Original message (9:43 a.m.) Grapevine Elementary has been placed in a “Secure” due to police activity in the area. When Secure is called, students and staff remain inside the building and conduct business as usual. Exterior doors are locked and visitors will not be granted access to the school. We will keep you informed once we have additional updates from the Grapevine Police Department.

🩺💙 Happy Nurse’s Day to our very own superhero in scrubs — Nurse Holmes! 💙🩺 From Band-Aids to big feelings, Nurse Holmes handles it all with compassion, patience, and a calming presence that brings comfort to every student who walks through her door. She’s not just a caregiver — she’s a listener, a problem-solver, and a trusted friend to so many. Whether it’s a scraped knee, a tummy ache, or a tough day, we know we’re in the very best hands with Nurse Holmes. Thank you for your steady heart, healing touch, and the love you pour into our school every day. We appreciate you more than words can say! Drop a 💙 in the comments to show Nurse Holmes some love today!

🌟 Star Student of the Month: Creativity! 🎨💡 This month, we're celebrating students who think outside the box, express themselves in unique ways, and inspire others through their imagination and innovation! To support and nurture creativity at home, the amazing GCISD counselors have shared a helpful resource for parents. Check it out here: http://bit.ly/4jV1Mig Let’s encourage our kids to dream big and stay curious! 💭✨

It's time to start returning those library books! Mrs. Wahpekeche is currently doing inventory, and will be emailing parents Wednesday afternoon about any books your child is missing. Help her by sending any books with GCISD barcodes on the front back to GES. Thanks for your help!

🌟 A (slightly belated) Happy Principal’s Day to the INCREDIBLE Mrs. Hale! 🌟 We may have missed the official day, but every day is the right day to celebrate a leader as exceptional as Mrs. Hale. 💙 Her passion for education, dedication to our students and staff, and her warm, steady leadership make our school a truly special place. Mrs. Hale, thank you for being the heart of our school, for believing in every child, and for inspiring us all to reach higher. How has Mrs. Hale impacted your family? Share your stories in the comments below—we’d love to hear them! 💬💕

Test score release dates are here! Families can access STAAR, STAAR Alternate 2, TELPAS and TELPAS Alternate results in Skyward Family Portal on the scheduled dates below: 🗓️ Monday, April 28, 2025 - TELPAS Alternate Score Release for Listening/Speaking and Reading/Writing for grades K-2 Emergent Bilingual 🗓️ Tuesday, June 10, 2025 - STAAR End of Course English I, English II, Biology, Algebra I, U.S. History Score Release 🗓️ Thursday, June 12, 2025 - TELPAS Score Release for Listening/Speaking and Reading/Writing for grades K-12 Emergent Bilingual 🗓️ Tuesday, June 17, 2025 - STAAR grades 3-8 Reading/Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies Score Release 🗓️ Tuesday, June 24, 2025 - STAAR Alternate 2 grades 3-8 and End of Course Score Release 🗓️ Thursday, July 31, 2025 - June STAAR End of Course Score Release Need help accessing scores? Click the link for instructions and more information: www.gcisd.net/page/staar.

The rumors are true… our very own Mrs. Ellis won DISTRICT PARA of the YEAR!!! 👏 We are beyond proud of Mrs. Ellis and all the love, dedication, and hard work she brings to our school every day. Her passion for helping students and supporting our staff shines in everything she does. This honor is so well-deserved! Congrats Mrs. Ellis!! Drop a comment to show her some love!

🌟 Happy Administrative Professionals Day to Mrs. Sharp and Mrs. Patton! 🌟 Your hard work, attention to detail, and unwavering dedication keep everything running smoothly here at GES. From managing schedules to handling all the little things that make a big difference, you both truly positively impact our school community. We are so grateful for your constant support, positivity, and all the behind-the-scenes magic you bring each day! 🙏💐 You make our days easier and brighter — thank you for everything you do! 🌟

🚌 Happy School Bus Driver Day! 🚌 A HUGE thank you to all of our amazing bus drivers for safely getting our students to and from school every day! Your dedication, care, and positivity make such a difference in our school community. We appreciate everything you do to keep our kids safe and ready to learn! 🌟

👏 Happy Public School Volunteer Week! 👏 A huge THANK YOU to all of our incredible volunteers who dedicate their time, energy, and hearts to supporting our students and teachers! From classroom help to event coordination, your contributions make a world of difference in our school community. We are so grateful for your selflessness and commitment to making our school a better place for everyone. You truly make a difference! 💙

Attention everyone! 📢 Mark your calendars: there will be NO SCHOOL on April 18th! 🎈 What fun activities do you have planned for your day off? Let us know in the comments below! 👇🌟

🌟 Student of the Month Character Trait: COURAGE! 💪 This month, we’re celebrating COURAGE — standing strong, speaking up, and doing the right thing even when it’s hard. 🦁✨ Check out this fabulous resource our amazing counselors are sharing with families! It’s packed with ways to help your child grow in courage — and it’s even organized by grade level for easy use! 📚💛 👉 Scroll through, explore, and enjoy teaching your children all about what it means to be COURAGEOUS! https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vQ5rw8nZ-UpaeebRXbfMqVsjDCd_-Yp8rIQHYPOBDrQDLcKOiDCQ8UMkctQYH323SadhLnCYQI5RHY2/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=3000&slide=id.g1432dc16ad5_0_11

📚 Attention all volunteers and visitors 📚 GES is closed to all visitors and volunteers today for STAAR testing. Thank you for helping us create a quiet and focused environment to help ALL our students to do their best! 📖

🎉 Happy Assistant Principal's Week to one of our fearless leaders, Mrs. Menard! 🎉 This lady does it all, and we are so grateful for her leadership and dedication! Happy AP week, Mrs. Menard! 🙌👏