• Mission Statement Gladewater provides a safe and nurturing learning environment where students are empowered with the knowledge, skills and character to be productive and successful citizens.
  • Established Circa 1895
  • Schools 4 campuses
  • Vision Statement Achieving Excellence Together
  • Employees Approx. 310
  • Students Approx. 1835

  • Profile of a GISD Learner

    • Asks questions
    • Exhibits self-control
    • Follows GISD expectations
    • Is actively engaged
    • Knows his/her learning styles
    • Knows his/her strengths and weaknesses
    • Lifelong learner
    • Listener
    • Problem solver
    • Sets high goals for learning and for his/her future and works to attain those goals
    • Writer
    • Works well with others

  • GISD Values

    • Commitment
    • Compassion
    • Growth
    • Integrity
    • Leadership
    • Pride
    • Respect
    • Responsibility
    • Safety
    • Teamwork
     

  • GISD Beliefs

    • Student safety is our top responsibility.
    • Student learning is our top priority.
    • All students (and adults) can learn.
    • All students will grow as individual learners through inquiry.
    • Partnerships between the school, home and community are vital for student growth.
    • GISD will create and maintain a culture of growth and excellence.

  • Profile of a GISD Educator

    • Builds relationships
    • Engages all learners
    • Ensures delivery of an aligned curriculum
    • Exhibits effective communication skills with all stakeholders
    • Follows GISD expectations
    • Has high expectations for all students
    • Has passion for teaching
    • Has a strong work ethic
    • Has patience
    • Has classroom management and content competency
    • Has enthusiasm
    • Has a love for kids
    • Helps students develop self-control
    • Helps students identify strength and weaknesses
    • Is creative
    • Is a lifelong learner
    • Is an instructional leader