Giddings ISD

Message from Superintendent, Dr. Ray DeSpain: Earlier today, I received information that several School Districts in the state had received non-credible school threats (via e-mail) claiming to be from a Russian terrorist organization. Giddings ISD was not one of the schools receiving a threat. After immediate investigations by several local and state law enforcement entities, including the Texas Rangers, the threats were deemed to be a “hoax.” The origin of the e-mails is still under investigation by authorities. There was never any indication at any time that Giddings ISD students or staff were ever in any danger, nor did we feel it necessary to consider enacting lockdown or cancellation procedures. Please rest assured that student and staff safety will remain our top priority, and that any and all measures will always be enacted if needed to protect the District and those we serve.

Due to the shortage of bus drivers, Bus 3 & 14 are combined so your kids might be getting home a little later this afternoon. Sorry for any inconveniences.

GISD is short on Bus Drivers this afternoon. We are combining bus route #3 and #14. If your child rides either of these buses, they may arrive a little late this evening. Thank you for understanding.

GISD Parents. Due to a shortage of bus drivers, bus routes 8 and 9 will be running later than normal this afternoon. Thanks for your understanding.

***ALERT*** ASCENDER and Portal Applications will be unavailable on Sunday, September 3rd from 6am to 8am to install required system software updates.

NEW!!! Giddings ISD will introduce online athletic ticket sales the 2023-24 school year. https://giddingsisdtx.hometownticketing.com/embed/all

All new Pre-K and Kindergarten students must enroll IN PERSON at GES. The final Summer Round Up will be held on the followings dates at Giddings Elementary: Pre-Kindergarten Summer Round Up -- August 1st from 9:00-1:00 Kindergarten Summer Round Up -- August 2nd from 9:00-1:00 (if your child was enrolled at GES in PK for the 22-23 school year, you do not need to attend) Documentation required for registration MUST be provided at the Round Up event. A description of all documentation REQUIRED for registration can be found here: PreK: https://5il.co/1zvch Kindergarten: https://5il.co/1zvci

Summer meals open to the community will be offered at Giddings Elementary School. Monday through Thursday - beginning Tuesday, May 30th through Thursday, June 29th. Breakfast will be served from 730AM-830AM and Lunch will be served from 11AM-12PM. Giddings Elementary is located at 1402 E Industry St, Giddings, TX 78942

Giddings ISD Student Registration for Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten *** DO NOT register Pre-Kindergarteners or Kindergarteners online. Pre-Kindergarteners and Kindergarteners MUST register at Giddings Elementary School. Beginning May 8th through May 26th registration packets can be picked up and dropped off from 9:00am to 2:30PM. Beginning May 30th through June 15th registration packets can be picked up and dropped off from 9:00am to 1:00pm If you have questions, contact the Elementary office at (979)542-2886.

Online Registration for new and returning students in 1st through 12th grade will open on Monday, May 8th. Pre-K and Kindergarten registration MUST be completed at the Elementary School. Click on the home page "ONLINE REGISTRATION" button to register new and returning students, 1st through 12th grade starting Monday, May 8th. Instructions for registering can be found here: https://5il.co/wk5y

Giddings ISD is now accepting applications for student transfers for the 2023-2024 school year. Current Students: April 1, 2023 through April 30, 2023 New Students: May 1, 2023 through May 31, 2023 LATE APPLICANTS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. The transfer application can be found here: https://5il.co/182np Applications can be submitted to the following address: Giddings ISD Attn: Carla McMillian PO Box 389 Giddings, TX 78942

From GMS Band Director Mr. Anthony Tiger: On Friday 3/25, the 6th grade band competed in the Blinn College Music Meet. Our first year band students earned a first division rating from all three judges. In addition to the competition, the band toured the Blue Bell Creamery, had pizza at Mr. Gatti's, and went to Horseshoe Junction. Our students not only performed well, but they were on their best behavior. At every stop, the directors were stopped and told how well our children were acting. Thank you for all your support. Tiger *** #BuffPride

Internet & phone service has been restored to all GISD campuses.

ALL GISD internet service is currently down. This also affects all phone lines across the district. There is no estimate on restoration of service at this time. Updates will be provided as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience.

Bi-District Playoff games for both the Buffs and Lady Buffs varsity soccer teams are TONIGHT, Friday, March 24 in Cameron at Yoe Field. The boys will play Mexia at 6pm. The girls will also play Mexia and will start at 8pm. Tickets will be available at the gate for $3 (students) and $5 (adults). GO BUFFS!!

Round 1 of the Boys Basketball Playoffs are set!! The Buffs will travel to Katy (Leonard E. Merrell Center) to take on Houston Furr on Monday, Feb. 20 at 7:30pm The Merrell Center is in Katy ISD, and located at 6301 S. Stadium Ln, Katy TX 77494. Tickets are online purchase only. Ticketing will open at 2:00pm on the day of the event. They can be purchased here: https://www.vancoevents.com/BSHX (The Buffs will be playing the 2nd game in a double header playoff schedule. District rival La Grange will be playing at 6:00pm and the Buffs will follow 15 minutes after the completion of that game).

The GHS Buffs and Lady Buffs Soccer games vs Caldwell have been rescheduled for TOMORROW, Thursday, Feb 2, 2023. The girls will start at 5:15pm. The boys game will follow.

The GHS Buffaloes Boys VARSITY AWAY basketball game vs Taylor has been RESCHEDULED for SATURDAY, Feb 4, 2023 @NOON. This is Varsity only. The freshman and JV games have been canceled. Tickets must be purchased online: https://taylorisd.hometownticketing.com/embed/all

The GHS Lady Buffs VARSITY home basketball game vs Taylor has been RESCHEDULED for SATURDAY, Feb 4, 2023 @ 2:30 PM. This will be varsity only. The JV game has been canceled.

After assessing the forecast weather conditions, it is out of an abundance of caution that GISD administration officials have decided to DELAY THE START OF SCHOOL BY 2 HOURS tomorrow, Thursday, February 2. Buses will also run 2 hours later.