
📸✨ Smile, It's Picture Day Tomorrow! ✨📸
Don't forget—Picture Day is tomorrow! Make sure your student comes dressed and ready to shine. 📷💫 These photos will be a great keepsake, so plan those outfits and bring those best smiles! 😊


🌟 Happy National School Counseling Week! 🌟
This week, we’re celebrating the heart and soul of our support system—our fabulous counselor, Mrs. Canafax! 💙
Mrs. Canafax goes above and beyond to ensure our students feel supported, inspired, and ready to succeed. Whether she’s lending a listening ear, offering guidance, or cheering on our students, her impact is immeasurable.
Thank you, Mrs. Canafax, for everything you do to make our school a better place! 🫶✨
Drop a comment below to show Mrs. Canafax some love! ❤️


🎉 Happy February Birthdays! 🎉
Join us in celebrating all of our amazing students and staff with February birthdays! 🎂🎈 We hope your special day is filled with joy, laughter, and lots of fun!
Drop a 🎉 in the comments to wish them a fantastic birthday month! 🥳🎁


📢 Save the Date: STAAR Testing! 📢
Attention parents of 3rd-5th grade students—STAAR testing is right around the corner! Please avoid scheduling trips or appointments on these important testing days so our students can be present and ready to do their best!
Your support makes a huge difference! Thank you for helping us set our students up for success. Stay tuned for more details!


🎓 It’s College Spirit Day! 🎓
Show off your college pride by wearing your favorite college gear tomorrow! 🏈📚 Whether you’re repping your alma mater or your dream school, let’s celebrate higher education and future possibilities together.
Snap a picture and tag us—we can’t wait to see all the school spirit! 🙌💙


📜 A Huge Thank You to the Amy Family! 📜
We are so grateful to the Amy Family for coming out and providing our 4th graders with an unforgettable historical lesson! 🎩👗
The students were captivated by the period clothing and artifacts that brought history to life in such a fun and engaging way. Experiences like these help make learning truly memorable!
Thank you, Amy Family, for sharing your time, knowledge, and passion for history with us! ❤️



Kinder loves when Officer Romero comes to visit and get her wiggles out with us. Today she brought along her friend and fellow school resource officer, Officer Beckwith!


📣 Only 1 Week Left to Order Your Yearbook! 📣
Don’t miss out on capturing all the amazing memories from this year! 🖤📸 There’s just ONE WEEK left to order your yearbook!
If you’re unsure whether you’ve already ordered, no problem—reach out to Mrs. Vise to confirm!
Let’s make sure everyone gets their keepsake of this unforgettable year! 🎉
https://www.balfour.com/texas/colleyville/glenhope-elementary-school?srsltid=AfmBOopWTNb9GP1ZISPi0AKTqUvWX47HQ_kWQ3dUk3ErGGzZ5Z8JZ3GP

🎉 Let’s Celebrate Our January Birthdays! 🎉
We missed celebrating our January birthdays earlier this month due to the holiday break and snow days, but it’s never too late to honor our amazing January birthday stars! 🌟🎂
Join us as we give a big cheer for everyone born this month. Thank you for bringing so much joy and warmth to our community, even in the chilliest time of year! 🥳❄️💙


🎉 Teacher Tidbit Tuesday: Meet Ms. Carter!
This year, we’re excited to have Ms. Carter teaching 5th grade math! 📚✏️ While she’s new to this grade level, she brings a unique perspective from her previous career as a reporter and meteorologist! 🌦️🎤
Ms. Carter’s love for math, combined with her storytelling and forecasting skills, makes her classroom a dynamic place to learn and grow.
Join us in giving Ms. Carter a warm welcome to the 5th-grade team! 💛


📢 5th to 6th Grade Transition is Here!
This is an exciting time for our 5th graders as they prepare for the big move to middle school! 🎉🎒
Be sure to check Dr. Griffin's newsletter for important details and updates to help make this transition smooth and successful.
Let’s cheer on our 5th graders as they get ready for this next big step! 🙌✨


📢 Reminder: No School on Monday!
In observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, there will be no school on Monday, January 20th.
Classes will resume as usual on Tuesday, January 21st. Enjoy the long weekend! 😊


📣 Yearbook Sales Are LIVE! 📚✨
Don’t miss out on capturing all the amazing memories from this school year! The 2024-2025 Yearbook is now available for purchase.
➡️ Visit https://www.balfour.com/texas/colleyville/glenhope-elementary-school to secure your copy today!
Hurry—order now to ensure you don’t miss out! 🖤💛

Teacher Tidbit Tuesday: Mr. Hendrickson 🛠️🧪
Did you know that Mr. Hendrickson is not only an amazing 3rd-grade science teacher but also our resident handyman on campus? Whether he’s sparking curiosity in the classroom or tackling a building project, he’s always ready to jump in and make a difference.
Thank you, Mr. Hendrickson, for inspiring young minds and keeping things running smoothly around campus. We’re so lucky to have you! 👏💪


January is School Board Appreciation Month. We are very thankful for our GCISD school board!


With the accumulation of snow today, and anticipated below-freezing temperatures overnight, Grapevine-Colleyville ISD will be closed Friday, January 10, 2025. All facilities will be closed and any scheduled practices and activities are also canceled. Any changes to weekend extracurricular activities will be communicated by the group’s sponsor or coach.
GCISD’s 2024-2025 instructional calendar has a sufficient number of minutes to cover this weather-related closure and the days will not have to be made up. Have a safe and warm weekend, and we look forward to welcoming our staff and students back on Monday, January 13!
**Please note that this closure does not impact the iUniversity Prep staff or student schedule.


Please join us in showing appreciation to Officer Romero, our school resource office (SRO)! We are so thankful for all she has done and continues to do for Glenhope.


Grapevine-Colleyville ISD will be closed Thursday, January 9, 2025, due to inclement weather forecasted to impact our area. All facilities are closed and any scheduled practices and activities are also canceled. The district will continue to monitor weather conditions throughout the day tomorrow. Please continue to check www.GCISD.net, along with your email, texts, the GCISD mobile app and GCISD social media, for any announcements or updates regarding winter weather. Stay warm and safe!
**Please note that this closure and changes to the schedule do not impact iUniversity Prep staff or students.


As winter weather approaches, we want to remind our community about our inclement weather procedures. Should conditions lead to any schedule changes, GCISD is your trusted source for timely updates. We will communicate important information via text, email, phone calls, social media and on our website. To stay informed, please take a moment to review our full inclement weather policy here: www.gcisd.net/inclement-weather.


📚 Teacher Tidbit Tuesday! 🌟
This week, we’re thrilled to highlight three amazing educators who inspire and support our students every day!
🍎 Mrs. VanOss
Mrs. VanOss is a dedicated 1st-grade teacher who helps our youngest learners build a strong foundation for success. Her nurturing approach and creative teaching style make her classroom a place where students thrive.
➗ Mr. Suarez
Mr. Suarez brings energy and enthusiasm to the world of math! Known for making even the toughest concepts click, he’s passionate about helping students develop confidence in their problem-solving skills.
📖 Dr. Ballard
Dr. Ballard is an expert in language arts, encouraging students to find their voice through reading and writing. With a love for storytelling and communication, Dr. Ballard ensures every student feels heard and inspired.
Help us celebrate these incredible teachers in the comments below! 👏


