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In Galveston ISD, our instructional framework is grounded in six Classroom Essentials:

  • Bell to Bell
  • Listen to Students
  • 1+
  • It Takes an Island
  • High Expectations
  • Positive Structure and Support

Below are short videos featuring GISD teachers and students actively demonstrating these Classroom Essentials in action.

Bell to Bell

Directs us to engage students in meaningful activities for the full instructional allotment.

Listen to Students

Depicts student-centered lessons, students sharing learning, and gaining insight from student from student feedback.

1+

Demands students grow at least one year while under our guidance.

It Takes an Island

Describes the web of support and collective efficacy necessary to help students succeed.

High Expectations

Determine student potential,clarify success criteria, and set the standard for student performance.

Positive Structure and Support

Defines a safe, purposeful, and encouraging learning environment.

WHY CHOOSE GISD?

  • PRIME LOCATION: Located on an island, one hour from Houston, beach and bay access (32 miles of beach), unique schools = dynamic opportunities.
  • CAREER ADVANCEMENT SUPPORT: Data driven instructional support, high-quality job-embedded professional development, teacher career pathways, educator mentoring and support.