The mission of Back Elementary School is to provide a quality education for all students emphasizing high expectations and strong work habits within a safe environment for learning.
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We care for our students! Our counselor, Ms. Willis met with students and made a You Matter wall.
Kindergarten having a blast learning with the parachute in PE.
Students have fun in music class once a week with Mrs. Nelson.
Congratulations to Mrs. Ross on being selected GISD and Region 10 teacher of the year!
Starting in 2026-27, all students must wear an ID badge and use it to board and exit the bus. See the Student ID Badges page to learn more.
Recent News
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Summer break is here! The 2026-27 school year will begin August 10.
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Interested in working for our district? Come to our June 16 Job Fair! We're hiring Teachers, Bus Drivers, Counselors, and Instructional/Office Aides.
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Starting in the 2026–27 school year, student ID badge requirements will expand district-wide to include all students.
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Get school and classroom news! Talk to your student's teacher about communicating through ClassDojo.
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We love our school volunteers. Sign up and complete your volunteer application with GISD.
Calendar
Let's celebrate the anniversary of the end of slavery in the U.S.
Juneteenth is a federal holiday recognizing the end of slavery in the United States in 1865.
It is also known as "Emancipation Day", "Freedom Day", and "Juneteenth Independence Day".
All administrative facilities will be closed.
GISD administrative facilities are closed from June 29 through July 3.
All administrative facilities will be closed.
GISD administrative facilities are closed from June 29 through July 3.
All administrative facilities will be closed.
GISD administrative facilities are closed from June 29 through July 3.
All administrative facilities will be closed.
GISD administrative facilities are closed from June 29 through July 3.
All administrative facilities will be closed.
GISD administrative facilities are closed from June 29 through July 3.
Together we celebrate America's independence.
July 4 is Independence Day.
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