Gladewater provides a safe and nurturing learning environment where students are empowered with the skills and character to be productive and successful citizens.

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GLADEWATER ISD

WINTER WEATHER PROTOCOL

1. If inclement winter weather, a severe storm or other weather-related emergency is forecast and has hit the area, the Superintendent will determine if school will be open for the day or if classes will be delayed by 6 a.m., at the latest, on the day of the event.  
2. GISD’s existing communications method — an automated electronic notification system - will broadcast a closing status message via text, automated phone call and email. All information will also be posted on the Homepage of the GISD website at www.gladewaterisd.com and to GISD’s social media pages. 
3. GISD also will notify the television/radio stations. These stations will list or announce the closings at their own discretion. 
4. Employees will be notified whether or not they are to report for work.

2019-2020 Gladewater Primary School Federal Report Card

12-17-20

Federal Report Card Letter to Families

GPS Federal Report Card

School Hours

Head Start 3 Year Old Class: 8:00 to 2:00

Head Start 4 Year Old Class: 8:00 to 2:30

Pre-K AM: 8:00 to 11:35

Pre-K PM: 12:00 to 3:35

Kindergarten and First Grade: 8:00 to 3:35

Masks and Face Covering

Students at Gladewater Primary School do NOT have to wear a mask as the governor’s order does not include children below the age of 10. All GPS students must wear a mask or face covering when riding a bus.

Traffic

Please be patient and observe all campus procedures for dropping off and picking up students. Safety is our first priority. Traffic patterns usually settle into a normal, efficient routine by the 2nd week of school. Follow Gladewater GPS on Facebook for a map of pick-up and drop-off traffic flow.

Safety

• The GISD COVID-19 Health Protocol will be followed daily. The COVID-19 Protocol is located on the GISD website under “News and Announcements”.
• Class sizes will depend on the number of students actually learning on-campus. 
• Social distancing will be practiced to the greatest extent possible in all areas of the school building without disrupting the educational experience. This includes the spacing of desks/seats when possible.
• For truancy reporting purposes, COVID-related absences will be excused by the school with a note or call from the parent. The GISD doctor’s note requirement is waived until the COVID-19 crisis has passed.
• School attendance is still mandatory. Students must attend school on 90% of school days in order to receive credit for the course or grade level. This state law remains in effect. Students who miss numerous days for illness or quarantine purposes will be transitioned to remote instruction.  
• Hand sanitizer will be available in every classroom and bus, and throughout each school building. Students and staff will sanitize their hands upon entering the classroom or bus. Students will be encouraged to wash their hands frequently during the school day.
• Staff will limit the use of shared supplies when possible and have access to disinfectant wipes to sanitize high-touch and working surfaces, as well as shared objects.
• Classrooms, buses, and high-touch areas will be cleaned and sanitized daily.
• Strict limitations on visitors to GISD schools will be observed.

**Meet the Teacher**

Pre-Kindergarten and Head Start

Gladewater ISD Prekindergarten Family Engagement Plan