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Georgetown ISD trustees stand with Superintendent Devin Padavil. Photo courtesy Georgetown ISD

Georgetown ISD trustees stand with Superintendent Devin Padavil. Photo courtesy Georgetown ISD

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GISD approves balanced budget for 2026-27 school year

Katherine Hamilton
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Georgetown ISD trustees on Monday, June 15, adopted a balanced budget for next school year while making “strategic investments” in some employee compensation, benefits and healthcare services.However, there will be no salary increases for most GISD employees.
This chart compares 2025 and 2026 STAAR results for grades 9-12 in Georgetown and Jarrell ISDs.

This chart compares 2025 and 2026 STAAR results for grades 9-12 in Georgetown and Jarrell ISDs.

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High school STAAR scores improve for Georgetown, Jarrell ISDs

Katherine Hamilton
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
The Texas Education Agency released 2026 high school STAAR test results June 10, and both Georgetown and Jarrell ISDs are riding high.In the tests’ “Meets Standard and Above” performance category, GISD improved in every test. JISD also improved in all but one, English II.
A fireworks finale closes the 2026 Georgetown High School commencement, held Friday, May 22, 2026 at Birkelbach Stadium. 484 students received their diplomas on this evening. Photo by Andy Sharp.

A fireworks finale closes the 2026 Georgetown High School commencement, held Friday, May 22, 2026 at Birkelbach Stadium. 484 students received their diplomas on this evening. Photo by Andy Sharp.

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Georgetown High School Graduation

Andy Sharp
Thursday, May 28, 2026
Held at Birkelbach Stadium, 484 students received their diplomas during the  2026 Georgetown High School commencement on Friday, May 22, 2026. Photo by Andy Sharp.
Forbes Middle School student J.C. Cornitius, 14, joined by his teacher Carolina Banuelos, right, is welcomed with a spray of bubbles from well-wishers as he and his team arrive for the Georgetown ISD Special Olympics on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. The annual event, held at the Georgetown ISD Athletic Complex, continued on Wednesday. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Forbes Middle School student J.C. Cornitius, 14, joined by his teacher Carolina Banuelos, right, is welcomed with a spray of bubbles from well-wishers as he and his team arrive for the Georgetown ISD Special Olympics on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. The annual event, held at the Georgetown ISD Athletic Complex, continued on Wednesday. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Everyone's a champion at Georgetown ISD's Special Olympic

Andy Sharp
Friday, May 8, 2026
Georgetown ISD's Special Olympics tournament was held May 5-6, 2026. The annual event was held at the Georgetown ISD Athletic Complex.     Photo by Andy Sharp
Georgetown ISD trustees recognized Jack Frost March Citizens of the Month on April 20.

Georgetown ISD trustees recognized Jack Frost March Citizens of the Month on April 20.

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Georgetown ISD names Jack Frost Citizens for April

Katherine Hamilton
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Georgetown ISD trustees recognized Jack Frost March Citizens of the Month on April 20. The monthly award is given to outstanding high school seniors who demonstrate service, leadership and scholarship.
S.C. Marshall was the founder and principal of the Georgetown Colored High School in 1913. 

S.C. Marshall was the founder and principal of the Georgetown Colored High School in 1913. 

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GISD names new middle school to honor segregation-era African American educator

Katherine Hamilton
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Georgetown ISD’s new middle school will be named S.C. Marshall Middle, after the founder and principal of the Georgetown Colored High School in 1913. GISD’s new Marshall Middle School, located on Patriot Way, is under construction and will open in 2027. Trustees approved the name April 20.
Senior Riley Kinser, an East View High School culinary arts student, keeps a close eye on Asian Green Beans she and her fellow students were preparing for attendees at the Georgetown ISD State of the District gathering held at the Future Ready Complex on Friday, March 6, 2026. District students and staff were on hand to demonstrate their skills in various areas. Superintendent Dr. Devin Padavil, joined by several GISD students, also gave a talk near the end of the program. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Senior Riley Kinser, an East View High School culinary arts student, keeps a close eye on Asian Green Beans she and her fellow students were preparing for attendees at the Georgetown ISD State of the District gathering held at the Future Ready Complex on Friday, March 6, 2026. District students and staff were on hand to demonstrate their skills in various areas. Superintendent Dr. Devin Padavil, joined by several GISD students, also gave a talk near the end of the program. Photo by Andy Sharp.

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Students star in Georgetown ISD's State of District address

Andy Sharp
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Students shared how their Georgetown ISD experiences have built inspiration and confidence during a panel at the State of the District event held at the Future Ready Center March 6.
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