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Our 2020-21 School operations page has information and resources to support you and your student as we start school. #GISDAlwaysConnected
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For students thriving with remote instruction, the GISD Virtual Program may be the right solution for you. Registration opens Tuesday, April 20.
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We’ve partnered with the North Texas Food Bank to bring free shelf-stable meals to our Garland ISD families.
Welcome to Williams, Mr. Lucas Pizana.
Mr. Viernes and Mr. Lopez provide an update for the week of May 4.
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Mr. Sotomayor is an excellent educator. We're elated to have him recognized for his contributions to our students' academic success.
We have brand new equipment and other materials. We are excited to have our students utilize these new tools.
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Throughout the year we never miss an opportunity to dress up or celebrate our students. These traditions characterize Williams family atmosphere and sense of community.
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Since opening in 1954, Williams Elementary has been educating hundreds of Garland's youth. Many former students are now GISD employees.
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After the tornado hit our community in late November, our families came together to lend a hand.
Calendar
Staff development
*For Luna/Herfuth Montessori campuses
4th and 5th Math - Online assessments
Primary & Kinder Traditional, 3rd grade - Asynchronous
1st and 2nd grades on campus
Secondary only
AVID
campus
Encouraging students
to be college ready
Free breakfast
and lunch