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Our mission
Back Elementary School provides a quality education for all students emphasizing high expectations and strong work habits within a safe environment for learning.
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5th graders use organizer notebooks as one of their AVID strategies.
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Recent News
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Back to school information including school hours, links to calendars, porch party dates and more.
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What would you like to see in a GISD mobile app?
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Throughout November, we celebrate the important role parents and families play in education.
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AVID's mission is to close the achievement gap by preparing all students for college readiness and success in a global society.
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The Back Elementary Facebook page is updated frequently with breaking news, information and events. Don't miss out, LIKE and FOLLOW us today.
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Volunteers are required to sign up each year. Visit the office during school hours for fast and easy sign up.
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Learn about the upcoming 2020 census with us
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All stadium games will require bag checks and metal detector tests.
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With a special VIP pass, senior citizens over the age of 65 can get free general admission to athletic and Fine Arts events.
We are excited to announce Amanda Ramos as the new principal for Back Elementary.
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Parents and families are invited to enjoy an amazing Thanksgiving feast in the cafeteria during normal lunch hours. Please bring a valid picture ID to receive a visitor's badge.
Thinking about taking a Credit by Exam? Sign up for the exam by Nov. 22.
Students who intend to take a Credit by Exam on Dec. 7 will have an opportunity to test. Students must sign up for the exam by Nov. 22.
Tests like the Credit by Exam give 1-12 graders the chance to test out of curriculum dependent on age and score. Students have the opportunity to prove mastery in course requirements like language and earn course credit. Younger students may have the opportunity to move up grade levels.
Interested? Learn more about Credit by Exam.
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