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Learn about GISD’s Dual Language program at Parent Learning Community Event

Katherine Hamilton

Monday, February 6, 2023

Parents of English-speaking students from any campus who are interested in applying for Georgetown ISD’s Kindergarten Dual Language program are invited to attend an information session about the program structure, goals and application process.

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Georgetown, Jarrell ISDs remain closed through Thursday, February 2

Katherine Hamilton

Wednesday, February 1, 2023

Georgetown and Jarrell ISDs have canceled classes and all school activities for Thursday, February 2, the districts said this afternoon.

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Georgetown, Jarrell ISDs cancel school for Wednesday, February 1

Katherine Hamilton

Tuesday, January 31, 2023

Georgetown and Jarrell ISDs have canceled classes and all school activities for Wednesday, February 1. The National Weather Service is expecting the significant icing event to continue through Wednesday, with multiple rounds of freezing rain today and tomorrow.

Friends brave an icy day to walk their dogs near North Drive in Taylor on February 3, 2022. (Sun Archive)

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Update: Georgetown and Jarrell ISD schools closed Tuesday due to weather

Katherine Hamilton

Monday, January 30, 2023

The ongoing cold snap has caused changes in area school district schedules. Classes and all school activities have been canceled for Tuesday, January 31, in both Georgetown and Jarrell ISDs. Both districts announced the closure about 3 p.m. on Monday.

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Georgetown ISD to hold State of the District address

Katherine Hamilton

Wednesday, January 25, 2023

Georgetown ISD will hold its annual State of the District event March 2, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Hammerlun Center, 507 East University Avenue.

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Georgetown ISD to induct six into GHS and Carver alumni Hall of Honor

Katherine Hamilton

Wednesday, January 25, 2023

Six Georgetown High School alumni are the 2023 inductees into the GHS and Carver Hall of Honor. Their induction ceremony will be held at 6 p.m., February 23, in the Georgetown High School Main Gym.

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School Notes: Chase the Chief run, Jarrell ISD job fair

Katherine Hamilton

Saturday, January 21, 2023

Jarrell ISD will hold a Job Fair on February 11, 10 a.m. to noon, at Jarrell High School, 1100 Farm to Market Road 487. The district will be hiring for current positions and for positions at the new Double Creek Elementary School, scheduled to open in fall 2023.

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A deficit budget could be proposed to Georgetown ISD trustees this summer

Katherine Hamilton

Thursday, January 12, 2023

Recapture — the Texas system of taking tax money from districts considered property-wealthy and sending it to those classified as property poor — and possible changes in the upcoming legislative session are the big unknowns for Georgetown ISD as the district prepares a budget for the 2023-24 school...

Dr. Jessica Cance speaks to GISD parents about the dangers of opioids.

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Expert cautions parents about deadly fentanyl, other drugs during Georgetown ISD presentation

Katherine Hamilton

Wednesday, January 11, 2023

Alcohol remains the most-used drug among teenagers, but parents should be aware of the rising rate of other drug use by teens, including the opioid fentanyl. That was the message of public health analyst Jessica Cance, who spoke to Georgetown ISD parents on Monday, January 9.

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School Notes: GISD campuses earn Texas counseling award

Katherine Hamilton

Wednesday, January 11, 2023

Six Georgetown ISD campuses have been recognized with the Counselors Reinforcing Excellence for Students in Texas award from the Texas School Counselor Association for outstanding counseling programs.

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