Hi Owls,

Can you believe it is going to be MAY this week!?  We only have 33 days (24 school days) until summer!  The countdown has officially begun!

I want to thank you all for an amazing STAAR testing month.  I am so proud of all our outstanding owls.  We all thoroughly enjoyed seeing you over these past few weeks.  STAAR scores are set to come out mid June this year.  EOC will be available on Jun 7.  STAAR grades 5-8 will be available on Jun 14.  You can learn more about how to access your scores on our STAAR update page.

The final Snapshot is this coming Monday, May 6th at 4:00 pm.  Please make sure you are passing all your courses at this time in order to continue to qualify for the Dean’s List of Excellence.  

Please review all our announcements this week and mark your calendars.  Between end of year celebrations, Owl Expo, and semester due dates, you don’t want to miss out on anything.

Announcements

• Student Success Snapshot #3: Monday, May 6th.

  • CLICK HERE for more information

• Exciting News for Parents: iUniversity Prep staff and families are working behind the scenes to start an official iUniversity Prep PTA! 

  • The goal of PTA would be to better support our families, our students and our staff. PTA has recently changed their bylaws to allow for virtual meetings which allows participation of our parents across Texas!

  • We will officially launch at Owl Expo on May 17th!

  • Please complete this short survey so we can gauge parental interest. We appreciate your time & insight!

• Returning Student Registration: Returning student registration has closed.  This refers to your students putting in their schedule for next year. If you missed entering your schedule and would still like to return next year to iUPrep, please reach out to one of our counselors. If grade level registration fills up with new enrollments, you could lose your spot so please reach out asap.

  • Rising 6th -8th graders: please reach out to Jessica Alaniz, jessica.alaniz@gcisd.net

  • Rising 9th-12th graders: please reach out to Barbara Wilks, barbara.wilks@gcisd.net

• New Student Enrollment is Now Open for the 2024-2025 school year: If you have siblings, friends, or family interested in joining us next year, please encourage them to attend one of our upcoming information sessions. CLICK HERE to learn more.

• End of Semester Countdown:

  • Last Day of School is May 31st! 

    • All assignments are due by 5 PM.

    • Students should be passing all courses prior to 5 PM.  

  • Corrections Due date: May 29, 2024.

  • Normal Live Lesson schedule: April 29 - May 16, 2024

  • Open Office Days: May 20 - May 31, 2024

• Mark your Calendars for these Upcoming Events:

  • Owl Expo: May 17th from 5-8PM in GCISD at the PDEC building.

  • End of Year Parties: Houston on May 3, Austin on May 10, and DFW May 17.

  • PTA Launch: May 17, Time is TBD.

  • iUP Graduation is May 31st.

  • For More Details please see our iUP Event Calendar

• Seniors MUST be passing by May 28th:

  • In order to qualify for graduation, seniors must be passing all courses by May 28th at midnight. Seniors may continue to work in their courses past this date for a higher grade. 

  • Seniors - continue to complete your senior checklist to ensure you have met all requirements for graduation.  Please reach out to your PRIDE teacher for any questions.

• CLICK HERE for the iUPrep 2024-2025 School Calendar. 

• High School Students TSIA2 Testing Now Available Online: 

  • The TSIA2 is an exam that you can take to prove that you are ready for college-level Math and English courses, including Dual Credit. All public Texas colleges require TSI entrance exams to determine if you need remedial Math or English before starting college-level coursework. You can be exempt from these entrance exams with scores from other sources such as SAT, ACT, and TSIA2. It is recommended that you have taken Alg II or are in the course before taking the Math portion.

  • We are now able to offer this test online to be taken from the comfort of your own home. CLICK HERE for more information.

• Download the GCISD APP: You can get all the updates that are posted on the school website on the app. This is another great way to get quick information about events and news. CLICK HERE for more information. Word from Wisely announcements will still be delivered through Virtual Vine and alerted by email.

• iUPrep now has a LETTER JACKET: All 9th-12th grade students may purchase a letter jacket. We will have special patches that can be earned based on club participation and merit. CLICK HERE for more information.

• Yearbooks: It is time to order your yearbook for the 2023-2024 school year. CLICK HERE for more information.

• Check out our Pride Announcements: Stay in the loop on all the meetups, events, and clubs CLICK HERE.

• Become a Parent Observer in Canvas:

  • Parents - to monitor your student’s progress in Canvas, you will want to become a parent observer. CLICK HERE for instructions. Reach out to your Pride Professor if you need help.

• Follow us on all our social media platforms: These platforms along with Word From Wisely are a great way to stay in the know on all things iUP. 

  • Website

  • Facebook

  • Instagram

  • Twitter

As always owls, if you need ANYTHING, reach out. 

Be GREAT!

Be the BEST!

Be OWLsome!

~Principal Weiche and Wisely's Leadership Team

Hello Owls,
Welcome back from spring break! We are in the last stretch of school, can you believe it?  I want to take a moment to point out three very important items.

1. Returning Student Registration ends this coming Monday, March 25th.  We want all our owls to come back next year.  Please  CLICK HERE for instructions to select your schedule.

2. Student Success Snapshot #2 is this coming Monday, March 25th.  Please review your student’s progress today and ensure that they are passing all their courses.  Teachers are ready and available to help if you need it.

3. STAAR/EOC testing will start the week of April 8th.  All parents have received an email with their student’s testing date, time, and locations.  Your student’s pride teacher is reaching out to confirm your attendance.  Students must be present to take their STAAR/EOC exams in order to maintain enrollment eligibility.  Please confirm with your pride teacher your attendance.

Announcements

• Student Success Snapshot #2: Monday, March 25th 

  • Academic Good Standing: Reports will be run at 5:00 pm on Monday, March 25th.  Students need to be passing all courses at this time to be considered for the Spring Dean’s List and the swag drawing.

  • Progress Letters: Progress Letters will be sent to students that are not showing academic good standing.  The purpose of these letters is to support you in creating a plan to get back on pace and passing.  If your student is taking STAAR/EOC courses, it is important to prioritize being on pace and passing these courses so that they are ready for upcoming exams.

  • Support: As always, we are here to support you! Please reach out to your pride or content teacher and keep them in the loop on your progress and your needs.

  • CLICK HERE for more information

  • Next Snapshot: Monday, May 6, 2024  

• Grades 5- 11- Registration for Returning Students closes on March 25th:

  • CLICK HERE for instructions to select your schedule.

  • Please make sure you register to keep your spot at iUPrep.

  • If you need support:

    • Rising 6th -8th graders: please reach out to Jessica Alaniz, jessica.alaniz@gcisd.net

    • Rising 9th-12th graders: please reach out to Barbara Wilks, barbara.wilks@gcisd.net

• Seniors:

  • Seniors: If you are signing with a college for Fine Arts, we would love to honor you at the GCISD Fine Arts signing day.  Please CLICK HERE and complete this form.

  • Senior Checklist: Your checklist has been sent to your email and you can also find it HERE. Please make sure you are keeping up with all your requirements to graduate. 

  • Grad Nite at Six Flags! This is a Senior-ONLY event. CHECK OUT details here and join us. 

• New Student Enrollment is Now Open for the 2024-2025 school year: If you have siblings, friends, or family interested in joining us next year, please encourage them to attend one of our upcoming information sessions. CLICK HERE to learn more.

• In-Person Information Sessions:  Austin Friends!!  Wisely and crew are visiting your city to recruit new Owls.  Send all your prospective Owls our way to meet us in person at these locations:

  • Austin (Sunday, March 24, 2-3 pm)

    • Dance Institute of Austin: 6612 Sitio Del Rio Blvd, Austin, TX 78730

  • We would love for you to help us spread the word about our amazing school. You can post about us on social media and tag us and/or share our informational materials at your meetup locations: gym, dance studio, coffee shop, etc.

  • If you would like flyers, business cards, or other informational materials about our school, reach out to Melissa.Baker@gcisd.net. She would be happy to send some your way. We would love for you to help us spread the word about our amazing school.

• STAAR: STAAR testing will occur between April 8th and April 26th. Testing dates will vary by grade level and location. You have received an email from the front office notifying you of your testing dates. You must attend STAAR testing to return for the 2024-2025 school year. 

  • Please contact your Pride teacher or call the office at (817) 305-4895 if you have any questions or concerns.

  • Pride teachers are reaching out this week to confirm your attendance. 

• CLICK HERE for the iUPrep 2024-2025 School Calendar. 

• Solar Eclipse On April 8: If you signed up for glasses they are available for pickup.  Please expect an email from Mrs. McKee with details on how and when you can pick these up.

• High School Students TSIA2 Testing Now Available Online: 

  • The TSIA2 is an exam that you can take to prove that you are ready for college-level Math and English courses, including Dual Credit. All public Texas colleges require TSI entrance exams to determine if you need remedial Math or English before starting college-level coursework. You can be exempt from these entrance exams with scores from other sources such as SAT, ACT, and TSIA2. It is recommended that you have taken Alg II or are in the course before taking the Math portion.

  • We are now able to offer this test online to be taken from the comfort of your own home. CLICK HERE for more information.

• Download the GCISD APP: You can get all the updates that are posted on the school website on the app. This is another great way to get quick information about events and news. CLICK HERE for more information. Word from Wisely announcements will still be delivered through Virtual Vine and alerted by email.

• iUPrep now has a LETTER JACKET: All 9th-12th grade students may purchase a letter jacket. We will have special patches that can be earned based on club participation and merit. CLICK HERE for more information.

• Yearbooks: It is time to order your yearbook for the 2023-2024 school year. CLICK HERE for more information.

• Check out our Pride Announcements: Stay in the loop on all the meetups, events, and clubs CLICK HERE.

• Become a Parent Observer in Canvas:

  • Parents - to monitor your student’s progress in Canvas, you will want to become a parent observer. CLICK HERE for instructions. Reach out to your Pride Professor if you need help.

• Follow us on all our social media platforms: These platforms along with Word From Wisely are a great way to stay in the know on all things iUP. 

  • Website

  • Facebook

  • Instagram

  • Twitter

As always owls, if you need ANYTHING, reach out. 

Be GREAT!

Be the BEST!

Be OWLsome!

~Principal Weiche and Wisely's Leadership Team

Hello Owls,
Welcome back from spring break! We are in the last stretch of school, can you believe it?  I want to take a moment to point out three very important items.

1. Returning Student Registration ends this coming Monday, March 25th.  We want all our owls to come back next year.  Please  CLICK HERE for instructions to select your schedule.

2. Student Success Snapshot #2 is this coming Monday, March 25th.  Please review your student’s progress today and ensure that they are passing all their courses.  Teachers are ready and available to help if you need it.

3. STAAR/EOC testing will start the week of April 8th.  All parents have received an email with their student’s testing date, time, and locations.  Your student’s pride teacher is reaching out to confirm your attendance.  Students must be present to take their STAAR/EOC exams in order to maintain enrollment eligibility.  Please confirm with your pride teacher your attendance.

Announcements

• Student Success Snapshot #2: Monday, March 25th 

  • Academic Good Standing: Reports will be run at 5:00 pm on Monday, March 25th.  Students need to be passing all courses at this time to be considered for the Spring Dean’s List and the swag drawing.

  • Progress Letters: Progress Letters will be sent to students that are not showing academic good standing.  The purpose of these letters is to support you in creating a plan to get back on pace and passing.  If your student is taking STAAR/EOC courses, it is important to prioritize being on pace and passing these courses so that they are ready for upcoming exams.

  • Support: As always, we are here to support you! Please reach out to your pride or content teacher and keep them in the loop on your progress and your needs.

  • CLICK HERE for more information

  • Next Snapshot: Monday, May 6, 2024  

• Grades 5- 11- Registration for Returning Students closes on March 25th:

  • CLICK HERE for instructions to select your schedule.

  • Please make sure you register to keep your spot at iUPrep.

  • If you need support:

    • Rising 6th -8th graders: please reach out to Jessica Alaniz, jessica.alaniz@gcisd.net

    • Rising 9th-12th graders: please reach out to Barbara Wilks, barbara.wilks@gcisd.net

• Seniors:

  • Seniors: If you are signing with a college for Fine Arts, we would love to honor you at the GCISD Fine Arts signing day.  Please CLICK HERE and complete this form.

  • Senior Checklist: Your checklist has been sent to your email and you can also find it HERE. Please make sure you are keeping up with all your requirements to graduate. 

  • Grad Nite at Six Flags! This is a Senior-ONLY event. CHECK OUT details here and join us. 

• New Student Enrollment is Now Open for the 2024-2025 school year: If you have siblings, friends, or family interested in joining us next year, please encourage them to attend one of our upcoming information sessions. CLICK HERE to learn more.

• In-Person Information Sessions:  Austin Friends!!  Wisely and crew are visiting your city to recruit new Owls.  Send all your prospective Owls our way to meet us in person at these locations:

  • Austin (Sunday, March 24, 2-3 pm)

    • Dance Institute of Austin: 6612 Sitio Del Rio Blvd, Austin, TX 78730

  • We would love for you to help us spread the word about our amazing school. You can post about us on social media and tag us and/or share our informational materials at your meetup locations: gym, dance studio, coffee shop, etc.

  • If you would like flyers, business cards, or other informational materials about our school, reach out to Melissa.Baker@gcisd.net. She would be happy to send some your way. We would love for you to help us spread the word about our amazing school.

• STAAR: STAAR testing will occur between April 8th and April 26th. Testing dates will vary by grade level and location. You have received an email from the front office notifying you of your testing dates. You must attend STAAR testing to return for the 2024-2025 school year. 

  • Please contact your Pride teacher or call the office at (817) 305-4895 if you have any questions or concerns.

  • Pride teachers are reaching out this week to confirm your attendance. 

• CLICK HERE for the iUPrep 2024-2025 School Calendar. 

• Solar Eclipse On April 8: If you signed up for glasses they are available for pickup.  Please expect an email from Mrs. McKee with details on how and when you can pick these up.

• High School Students TSIA2 Testing Now Available Online: 

  • The TSIA2 is an exam that you can take to prove that you are ready for college-level Math and English courses, including Dual Credit. All public Texas colleges require TSI entrance exams to determine if you need remedial Math or English before starting college-level coursework. You can be exempt from these entrance exams with scores from other sources such as SAT, ACT, and TSIA2. It is recommended that you have taken Alg II or are in the course before taking the Math portion.

  • We are now able to offer this test online to be taken from the comfort of your own home. CLICK HERE for more information.

• Download the GCISD APP: You can get all the updates that are posted on the school website on the app. This is another great way to get quick information about events and news. CLICK HERE for more information. Word from Wisely announcements will still be delivered through Virtual Vine and alerted by email.

• iUPrep now has a LETTER JACKET: All 9th-12th grade students may purchase a letter jacket. We will have special patches that can be earned based on club participation and merit. CLICK HERE for more information.

• Yearbooks: It is time to order your yearbook for the 2023-2024 school year. CLICK HERE for more information.

• Check out our Pride Announcements: Stay in the loop on all the meetups, events, and clubs CLICK HERE.

• Become a Parent Observer in Canvas:

  • Parents - to monitor your student’s progress in Canvas, you will want to become a parent observer. CLICK HERE for instructions. Reach out to your Pride Professor if you need help.

• Follow us on all our social media platforms: These platforms along with Word From Wisely are a great way to stay in the know on all things iUP. 

  • Website

  • Facebook

  • Instagram

  • Twitter

As always owls, if you need ANYTHING, reach out. 

Be GREAT!

Be the BEST!

Be OWLsome!

~Principal Weiche and Wisely's Leadership Team

Hello Owls,
Today is a big day!  Our first Student Success Snapshot Today with reports running at 5 pm. To display academic good standing and qualify for the Dean’s list you will need to be passing all your classes. Please reach out this week if you need any support in reaching that goal. Registration for returning students is open!  We want all our owls to return next year.  Please follow the steps on our registration page to sign up for next year. New student enrollment opens on March 4th. If you have friends or family looking to join the iUPrep family please send them to our website and encourage them to join one of our information sessions.  

Announcements

• Student Success Snapshot Spring Semester #1: February 26th @ 5:00 pm

  • Academic Good Standing: You must be passing all your courses on Monday, Feb. 26th.  

  • Progress Letters: Letters will be sent to students not passing. 

  • Support: As always, we are here to support you! Please reach out to your pride or content teacher and keep them in the loop on your progress and your needs.

  • Spring Semester Snapshot Dates: 

    • Feb. 26, Mar. 25, May 6

  • CLICK HERE for more information  

• Grades 5- 11- Registration for Returning Students: February, 26th - March 25th

  • Registration is open.  CLICK HERE for instructions.

• Seniors:

  • Cap and Gown: It is time to order your cap and gown for graduation. CLICK HERE for details.

  • Senior Checklist: Your checklist has been sent to your email and you can also find it HERE. Please make sure you are keeping up with all your requirements to graduate. FAFSA and Graduation attendance are due this month.

  • Grad Nite at Six Flags! This is a senior ONLY event. CHECK OUT details here and join us. 

• New Student Enrollment: On March 4th we will be opening up enrollment for new students for the 2024-2025 school year. If you have siblings, friends, or family interested in joining us next year, please encourage them to attend one of our upcoming information sessions. CLICK HERE to learn more.

  • We would love for you to help us spread the word about our amazing school. You can post about us on social media and tag us and/or share our informational materials at your meetup locations: gym, dance studio, coffee shop, etc.

  • If you would like flyers, business cards, or other informational materials about our school, reach out to Melissa.Baker@gcisd.net. She would be happy to send some your way. We would love for you to help us spread the word about our amazing school.

• STAAR: STAAR testing will occur between April 8th and April 26th. Testing dates will vary by grade level and location. You will receive an email from the front office no later than March 8th notifying you of your testing dates. You must attend STAAR testing to return for the 2024-2025 school year. 

  • Please reach out to your Pride teacher or call the office at (817) 305-4895 if you have any questions or concerns. 

• iUPrep 2024-2025 School Calendar: Thank you so much for sharing your voice on the Calendar feedback form. We read every single entry and you all have shared such great insight, ideas, and feedback not only for our calendar but for the school in general. This is so incredibly valuable. Based on the feedback provided, we have decided to stay with our traditional iUPrep 90:90 day calendar. This was approved last week.

• Solar Eclipse On April 8: If you signed up for glasses, we will send you communication as soon as they are available for pick up. 

• High School Students TSIA2 Testing Now Available Online: 

  • The TSIA2 is an exam that you can take to prove that you are ready for college-level Math and English courses, including Dual Credit. All public Texas colleges require TSI entrance exams to determine if you need remedial Math or English before starting college-level coursework. You can be exempt from these entrance exams with scores from other sources such as SAT, ACT, and TSIA2. It is recommended that you have taken Alg II or are in the course before taking the Math portion.

  • We are now able to offer this test online to be taken from the comfort of your own home. CLICK HERE for more information.

• Download the GCISD APP: You can get all the updates that are posted on the school website on the app. This is another great way to get quick information about events and news. CLICK HERE for more information. Word from Wisely announcements will still be delivered through Virtual Vine and alerted by email.

• iUPrep now has a LETTER JACKET: All 9th-12th grade students may purchase a letter jacket. We will have special patches that can be earned based on club participation and merit. CLICK HERE for more information.

• Yearbooks: It is time to order your yearbook for the 2023-2024 school year. CLICK HERE for more information.

• Check out our Pride Announcements: Stay in the loop on all the meetups, events, and clubs CLICK HERE.

• Become a Parent Observer in Canvas:

  • Parents - to monitor your student’s progress in Canvas, you will want to become a parent observer. CLICK HERE for instructions. Reach out to your Pride Professor if you need help.

• Follow us on all our social media platforms: These platforms along with Word From Wisely are a great way to stay in the know on all things iUP. 

  • Website

  • Facebook

  • Instagram

  • Twitter

As always owls, if you need ANYTHING, reach out. 

Be GREAT!

Be the BEST!

Be OWLsome!

~Principal Weiche and Wisely's Leadership Team

Hello Owls,
Today is a big day!  Our first Student Success Snapshot Today with reports running at 5 pm. To display academic good standing and qualify for the Dean’s list you will need to be passing all your classes. Please reach out this week if you need any support in reaching that goal. Registration for returning students is open!  We want all our owls to return next year.  Please follow the steps on our registration page to sign up for next year. New student enrollment opens on March 4th. If you have friends or family looking to join the iUPrep family please send them to our website and encourage them to join one of our information sessions.  

Announcements

• Student Success Snapshot Spring Semester #1: February 26th @ 5:00 pm

  • Academic Good Standing: You must be passing all your courses on Monday, Feb. 26th.  

  • Progress Letters: Letters will be sent to students not passing. 

  • Support: As always, we are here to support you! Please reach out to your pride or content teacher and keep them in the loop on your progress and your needs.

  • Spring Semester Snapshot Dates: 

    • Feb. 26, Mar. 25, May 6

  • CLICK HERE for more information  

• Grades 5- 11- Registration for Returning Students: February, 26th - March 25th

  • Registration is open.  CLICK HERE for instructions.

• Seniors:

  • Cap and Gown: It is time to order your cap and gown for graduation. CLICK HERE for details.

  • Senior Checklist: Your checklist has been sent to your email and you can also find it HERE. Please make sure you are keeping up with all your requirements to graduate. FAFSA and Graduation attendance are due this month.

  • Grad Nite at Six Flags! This is a senior ONLY event. CHECK OUT details here and join us. 

• New Student Enrollment: On March 4th we will be opening up enrollment for new students for the 2024-2025 school year. If you have siblings, friends, or family interested in joining us next year, please encourage them to attend one of our upcoming information sessions. CLICK HERE to learn more.

  • We would love for you to help us spread the word about our amazing school. You can post about us on social media and tag us and/or share our informational materials at your meetup locations: gym, dance studio, coffee shop, etc.

  • If you would like flyers, business cards, or other informational materials about our school, reach out to Melissa.Baker@gcisd.net. She would be happy to send some your way. We would love for you to help us spread the word about our amazing school.

• STAAR: STAAR testing will occur between April 8th and April 26th. Testing dates will vary by grade level and location. You will receive an email from the front office no later than March 8th notifying you of your testing dates. You must attend STAAR testing to return for the 2024-2025 school year. 

  • Please reach out to your Pride teacher or call the office at (817) 305-4895 if you have any questions or concerns. 

• iUPrep 2024-2025 School Calendar: Thank you so much for sharing your voice on the Calendar feedback form. We read every single entry and you all have shared such great insight, ideas, and feedback not only for our calendar but for the school in general. This is so incredibly valuable. Based on the feedback provided, we have decided to stay with our traditional iUPrep 90:90 day calendar. This was approved last week.

• Solar Eclipse On April 8: If you signed up for glasses, we will send you communication as soon as they are available for pick up. 

• High School Students TSIA2 Testing Now Available Online: 

  • The TSIA2 is an exam that you can take to prove that you are ready for college-level Math and English courses, including Dual Credit. All public Texas colleges require TSI entrance exams to determine if you need remedial Math or English before starting college-level coursework. You can be exempt from these entrance exams with scores from other sources such as SAT, ACT, and TSIA2. It is recommended that you have taken Alg II or are in the course before taking the Math portion.

  • We are now able to offer this test online to be taken from the comfort of your own home. CLICK HERE for more information.

• Download the GCISD APP: You can get all the updates that are posted on the school website on the app. This is another great way to get quick information about events and news. CLICK HERE for more information. Word from Wisely announcements will still be delivered through Virtual Vine and alerted by email.

• iUPrep now has a LETTER JACKET: All 9th-12th grade students may purchase a letter jacket. We will have special patches that can be earned based on club participation and merit. CLICK HERE for more information.

• Yearbooks: It is time to order your yearbook for the 2023-2024 school year. CLICK HERE for more information.

• Check out our Pride Announcements: Stay in the loop on all the meetups, events, and clubs CLICK HERE.

• Become a Parent Observer in Canvas:

  • Parents - to monitor your student’s progress in Canvas, you will want to become a parent observer. CLICK HERE for instructions. Reach out to your Pride Professor if you need help.

• Follow us on all our social media platforms: These platforms along with Word From Wisely are a great way to stay in the know on all things iUP. 

  • Website

  • Facebook

  • Instagram

  • Twitter

As always owls, if you need ANYTHING, reach out. 

Be GREAT!

Be the BEST!

Be OWLsome!

~Principal Weiche and Wisely's Leadership Team

Hello Owls,

I hope you are having a great start to the 2nd semester. Please make sure that you check out all announcements. As always, we are here to help you THRIVE, so reach out for anything!

Announcements

• Solar Eclipse On April 8: There will be a Total Solar Eclipse this coming April! This is a BIG deal! iUniversity Prep will have free solar eclipse glasses for pick up at our office. CLICK HERE to learn more and see if you are in the path of totality. To get glasses, please SIGN UP HERE. Please register by Jan. 31.

• Report Cards and Transcripts: 

  • CLICK HERE to review instructions on seeing your report card and transcript.

  • Report cards have been posted! 

  • Transcripts will be posted as follows:

    • 11th and 12th grades have been posted!

    • 10th the week of Jan. 29

    • 9th the week of Feb. 5

    • If you have any questions about transcripts, please contact danielle.mckee@gcisd.net

• Dean’s List and Student Success Snapshots:

  • Dean’s List Certificates for the fall semester will be sent to parent emails this week. We are so proud of all our Owls who met the requirements for the Dean’s List this past semester.

  • Spring Semester Snapshot Dates: 

    • Feb. 26, Mar. 25, May 6

    • CLICK HERE for more information 

• 2024-2025 Calendar:

  • Students and Parents - Please provide feedback: We are considering a change for our 2024-2025 Calendar. This would be a very different calendar than we have had in the past, and therefore it is imperative that we have your voice to help guide this decision. We have two calendars currently drafted shown below:

    • Calendar A - This calendar is very similar to our typical iUPrep calendar. It has two 90-day semesters, with the fall semester ending after the winter break.

    • Calendar B - This calendar is more closely aligned to a typical brick-and-mortar calendar. It has the fall semester ending before winter break. It is an 87-day fall semester and an 89-day spring semester.

    • When making this decision, please consider the following:

      • Courses have to remain the same level, rigor, and scope of 90 instructional days per semester. In other words, we can't eliminate teaching TEKS to the required level or rigor to shorten our course load. This could lengthen the amount of work on a few of the days throughout the year.

      • Students often use winter break to complete schoolwork for the fall semester. Calendar B would not allow this. Please consider this for the needs of your family and student. 

    • Please use this form to provide us feedback on your preference. 

      • Please complete this by noon on Feb. 1.

• Seniors: 

  • Cap and Gown: It is time to order your cap and gown for graduation. CLICK HERE for details.

  • Pre-order your Senior T-Shirt: https://gcisdschools.revtrak.net/iuprep/iuprep-spirit-shop/#/v/iup-2024-senior-shirts

    • Deadline extended - please order your shirt by Jan. 31. We will be placing our shirt order on Feb. 1. Don’t miss out on your shirt!

  • Senior Checklist: Your checklist will be posted by Feb. 2. Please make sure you are keeping up with all your requirements to graduate. This will include graduation attendance.

  • Grad Nite at Six Flags! This is a seniors ONLY event. CHECK OUT details here and join us.  

• High School Students TSIA2 Testing Now Available online: 

  • The TSIA2 is an exam that you can take to prove that you are ready for college-level Math and English courses, including Dual Credit. All public Texas colleges require TSI entrance exams to determine if you need remedial Math or English before starting college-level coursework. You can be exempt from these entrance exams with scores from other sources such as SAT, ACT, and TSIA2. It is recommended that you have taken Alg II or are in the course before taking the Math portion.

  • We are now able to offer this test online to be taken from the comfort of your own home. CLICK HERE for more information.

• GCISD has launched an APP! You can get all the updates that are posted on the school website on the app. This is another great way to get quick information about events and news. CLICK HERE for more information. Word from Wisely announcements will still be delivered through Virtual Vine and alerted by email.

• EXCITING NEWS! iUPrep now has a LETTER JACKET! All 9th-12th grade students may purchase a letter jacket. We will have special patches that can be earned based on club participation and merit. CLICK HERE for more information.

• Yearbooks: It is time to order your yearbook for the 2023-2024 school year. CLICK HERE for more information.

• College Visits for all high school students! Did you know you can sign up for a Virtual College Visit? Mrs. Wilks is hosting several this semester, and we would love for you to make the time to join! CLICK HERE to sign up and see which colleges you can virtually visit! 

• Check out our Pride Announcements: Stay in the loop on all the meetups, events, and clubs CLICK HERE.

• iUPrep Meetups: 

  • Houston, San Antonio, Austin Peeps!! We will be at coffee shops in your area! Come see us on January 30 and 31. CLICK HERE for the locations and addresses.

  • Sip and Study meetups and other fun events are on the iUPrep Calendar! CLICK HERE and come see us! 

• Become a Parent Observer in Canvas:

  • Parents - to monitor your student’s progress in Canvas, you will want to become a parent observer. CLICK HERE for instructions. Reach out to your Pride Professor if you need help.

• We have launched our new website, and you can now find us on multiple social media platforms! These platforms along with Word From Wisely are a great way to stay in the know on all things iUP. 

  • Website

  • Facebook

  • Instagram

  • Twitter

Whew!!!  You made it through our longest list of announcements for the year! Virtual High Fives!

As always owls, if you need ANYTHING, reach out. 

Be GREAT!

Be the BEST!

Be OWLsome!

~Principal Weiche and Wisely's Leadership Team

Happy Thanksgiving Break Owls!

iUPrep will be closed next week from Nov. 20 - Nov. 24.  We are thankful that you #choosewisely to be a part of our iUPrep family.  It wouldn’t be the same without you.  Enjoy the break!  See you back online Nov. 27.

~Mrs. Weiche

Hello Owls,

The countdown to Thanksgiving break is here! Our Gratitude Challenge continues on and this week we are raising the bar. Help us collect 1000 gratitudes submitted on our form! If each student took the time to fill it out at least once, we would have no problem meeting that goal! CLICK HERE to complete a form.

Remember - practicing gratitude is easier than you think, here are some steps you can take:

1. Keep it simple by setting time aside each morning to name 1 to 3 things you are grateful for. This can be done as soon as you open your eyes before you get out of bed or as you brush your teeth each morning.

2. Take it a step further by writing down your daily gratitudes on a sticky note, your iUPrep Planner, or in a journal.

3. To make your gratitude practice even more meaningful, you can share your gratitudes with others. We encourage you to post your daily gratitudes in your student chats. If you are especially grateful for a person or their actions, make sure to tell them. This will brighten both of your days.

4. Lastly, if you would like to share your gratitudes for a teacher, staff member, or about our school in general, we would love to hear them and share them for you. CLICK HERE to complete a form.

Announcements

• November Gratitude Month: Send us your gratitudes here: https://forms.gle/bpHrLDPAt3wGZeTW6

• Students, Parents/Learning Coaches, and Staff are all encouraged to participate.

• DUE THIS WEEK!!!! Advanced Placement Students: Registration for AP exams is due on November 15th. After this date, there will be an additional $40 fee to purchase the exam. Please make sure you are following all the steps. CLICK HERE for more information.

• Student Success Snapshot #3 date: December 4, 2023.

  • Student Success Reports will be run today, Nov 13th.  We will send progress letters home for those not passing all their courses. This report does not count towards the snapshot. This is to help students navigate their work around Thanksgiving break to prepare for the next snapshot. Students that are behind are encouraged to use the break to catch up.

  • We will run another report on Nov 27th with progress letters home to parents.  

  • The official Snapshot for the Dean’s List and Swag drawings will be on Dec. 4th.

  • CLICK HERE for more information about snapshots.

• Graduation Announcement: Graduation will be held on Friday, May 31, 2024 at 7:00 pm. Seniors, please CLICK HERE for more information and mark your calendars.

• College Visits for 11th and 12th Graders! Did you know you can sign up for a Virtual College Visit? Mrs. Wilks is hosting several this semester and we would love for you to make the time to join! CLICK HERE to sign up and see which colleges you can virtually visit! 

• Important Calendar Dates:

  • Thanksgiving Break: Nov. 20th - Nov. 24th.

  • TEKS Check: Week of Nov. 27th - Dec. 3rd

  • 3rd Snapshot: Dec. 4th

  • Winter Festival: Week of Dec. 4th

  • Winter Fest: Dec. 8th

  • Cocoa and Cram: Dec. 15th

  • Winter Break: Dec. 18th - Jan. 1st

  • Last Day of Fall Semester: Jan. 10th @ 4:00 pm

• Check out our Pride Announcements: Stay in the loop on all the meetups, events, and clubs CLICK HERE.

• iUPrep Meetups: Sip and Study meetups and other fun events are on the iUPrep Calendar! CLICK HERE and come see us! 

• Become a Parent Observer in Canvas:

  • Parents - to monitor your student’s progress in Canvas, you will want to become a parent observer. CLICK HERE for instructions. Reach out to your Pride teacher if you need help.

• We have launched our new website and you can now find us on multiple social media platforms! These platforms along with Word From Wisely are a great way to stay in the know on all things iUP. 

  • Website

  • Facebook

  • Instagram

  • Twitter

As always owls, if you need ANYTHING, reach out. 

Be GREAT!

Be the BEST!

Be OWLsome!

~Principal Weiche and Wisely's Leadership Team

Hello Owls,

The countdown to Winter Break and the end of the semester is here! Winter Break is one of my favorite times of the year. 

To me, Winter Break is all about relaxing. I am looking forward to slow mornings snuggled up in my favorite blanket next to the warm crackling fireplace while reading a book and sipping on coffee. I can’t wait to bake cookies with my children, attempt to build a gingerbread house, and complete winter crafts to share with friends and family. What are you looking forward to? We would love to know! Fill out this form and share pictures throughout the break.

Last week was our last Student Success Snapshot of the fall semester. I am thrilled to announce that we had 1027 students meet Academic Good Standing! This is OUTSTANDING! You can see our swag winners and read more about Snapshots here. If you have not received a progress letter on the last two Snapshots, then you currently qualify for the Dean’s List of Excellence! 

When we return from break we will be very close to the end of the Fall semester. Please read all the announcements below to ensure you are ready to finish strong! #iUPThrives! 

Announcements

• Winter Break: iUniversity Prep and GCISD will be closed from Dec. 18th - Jan. 1st. Students, please connect with your professors this week if you need anything. You are welcome to work over the break; however, professors may not be available to answer questions. 

• Important Calendar Dates:

  • Cocoa and Cram: Dec. 15th

  • Winter Break: Dec. 18th - Jan. 1st

  • Open Office: Jan. 2nd - Jan. 10th. No regular Live Lessons. Professors will be available for open office and tutorials throughout this time to support you in finishing your coursework.

  • Last Day of Fall Semester: Jan. 10th @ 4:00 pm, see below for more details.

  • First Day of Spring Semester: Jan. 16th. Live Lessons will resume normal schedule this week.

• End of Semester Timeline and Expectations: 

  • Corrections (as allowed in the course syllabus) are due by midnight on Jan. 8th. 

  • 2nd attempts in Canvas can be completed until the semester ends.

  • The semester ends at 4:00 pm on Jan. 10th. All students are expected to be passing all their courses at this time. Students not passing all courses at 4:00 pm will be considered for academic probation as they will violate our admissions requirements. 

  • In order to qualify for the Dean’s List of Excellence: students must have met Academic Good Standing for the October and December Snapshots and be finished with their courses at 4:00 pm on Jan. 10th.

  • Students may continue to work until 11:59 pm on Jan. 10th to increase their grades. At 11:59 pm students will be locked out of the system. Professors may not be as readily available after 4:00 pm. Please communicate your needs with your professors before 4:00 pm. Assignments turned in after 4:00 pm may not be graded until the following day.

• Seniors: 

  • It is time to order your cap and gown for graduation. CLICK HERE for details.

  • Pre-Order your Senior T-Shirt: https://gcisdschools.revtrak.net/iuprep/iuprep-spirit-shop/#/v/iup-2024-senior-shirts

• EXCITING NEWS! iUPrep now has a LETTER JACKET! We are finalizing the details now, but you can go ahead and set your time with Balfour to get your measurements and ready to order. All students 9-12th may purchase a letter jacket. We will have special patches that can be earned based on club participation and merit. Click here for more information.

• College Visits for all high school students! Did you know you can sign up for a Virtual College Visit? Mrs. Wilks is hosting several this semester, and we would love for you to make the time to join! CLICK HERE to sign up and see which colleges you can virtually visit! 

• Check out our Pride Announcements: Stay in the loop on all the meetups, events, and clubs CLICK HERE.

• iUPrep Meetups: Sip and Study meetups and other fun events are on the iUPrep Calendar! CLICK HERE and come see us! 

• Become a Parent Observer in Canvas:

  • Parents - to monitor your student’s progress in Canvas, you will want to become a parent observer. CLICK HERE for instructions. Reach out to your Pride Professor if you need help.

• We have launched our new website and you can now find us on multiple social media platforms! These platforms along with Word From Wisely are a great way to stay in the know on all things iUP. 

  • Website

  • Facebook

  • Instagram

  • Twitter

As always owls, if you need ANYTHING, reach out. 

Be GREAT!

Be the BEST!

Be OWLsome!

~Principal Weiche and Wisely's Leadership Team

Happy Thanksgiving Break Owls!

iUPrep will be closed next week from Nov. 20 - Nov. 24.  We are thankful that you #choosewisely to be a part of our iUPrep family.  It wouldn’t be the same without you.  Enjoy the break!  See you back online Nov. 27.

~Mrs. Weiche

Hello Owls,

The countdown to Thanksgiving break is here! Our Gratitude Challenge continues on and this week we are raising the bar. Help us collect 1000 gratitudes submitted on our form! If each student took the time to fill it out at least once, we would have no problem meeting that goal! CLICK HERE to complete a form.

Remember - practicing gratitude is easier than you think, here are some steps you can take:

1. Keep it simple by setting time aside each morning to name 1 to 3 things you are grateful for. This can be done as soon as you open your eyes before you get out of bed or as you brush your teeth each morning.

2. Take it a step further by writing down your daily gratitudes on a sticky note, your iUPrep Planner, or in a journal.

3. To make your gratitude practice even more meaningful, you can share your gratitudes with others. We encourage you to post your daily gratitudes in your student chats. If you are especially grateful for a person or their actions, make sure to tell them. This will brighten both of your days.

4. Lastly, if you would like to share your gratitudes for a teacher, staff member, or about our school in general, we would love to hear them and share them for you. CLICK HERE to complete a form.

Announcements

• November Gratitude Month: Send us your gratitudes here: https://forms.gle/bpHrLDPAt3wGZeTW6

• Students, Parents/Learning Coaches, and Staff are all encouraged to participate.

• DUE THIS WEEK!!!! Advanced Placement Students: Registration for AP exams is due on November 15th. After this date, there will be an additional $40 fee to purchase the exam. Please make sure you are following all the steps. CLICK HERE for more information.

• Student Success Snapshot #3 date: December 4, 2023.

  • Student Success Reports will be run today, Nov 13th.  We will send progress letters home for those not passing all their courses. This report does not count towards the snapshot. This is to help students navigate their work around Thanksgiving break to prepare for the next snapshot. Students that are behind are encouraged to use the break to catch up.

  • We will run another report on Nov 27th with progress letters home to parents.  

  • The official Snapshot for the Dean’s List and Swag drawings will be on Dec. 4th.

  • CLICK HERE for more information about snapshots.

• Graduation Announcement: Graduation will be held on Friday, May 31, 2024 at 7:00 pm. Seniors, please CLICK HERE for more information and mark your calendars.

• College Visits for 11th and 12th Graders! Did you know you can sign up for a Virtual College Visit? Mrs. Wilks is hosting several this semester and we would love for you to make the time to join! CLICK HERE to sign up and see which colleges you can virtually visit! 

• Important Calendar Dates:

  • Thanksgiving Break: Nov. 20th - Nov. 24th.

  • TEKS Check: Week of Nov. 27th - Dec. 3rd

  • 3rd Snapshot: Dec. 4th

  • Winter Festival: Week of Dec. 4th

  • Winter Fest: Dec. 8th

  • Cocoa and Cram: Dec. 15th

  • Winter Break: Dec. 18th - Jan. 1st

  • Last Day of Fall Semester: Jan. 10th @ 4:00 pm

• Check out our Pride Announcements: Stay in the loop on all the meetups, events, and clubs CLICK HERE.

• iUPrep Meetups: Sip and Study meetups and other fun events are on the iUPrep Calendar! CLICK HERE and come see us! 

• Become a Parent Observer in Canvas:

  • Parents - to monitor your student’s progress in Canvas, you will want to become a parent observer. CLICK HERE for instructions. Reach out to your Pride teacher if you need help.

• We have launched our new website and you can now find us on multiple social media platforms! These platforms along with Word From Wisely are a great way to stay in the know on all things iUP. 

  • Website

  • Facebook

  • Instagram

  • Twitter

As always owls, if you need ANYTHING, reach out. 

Be GREAT!

Be the BEST!

Be OWLsome!

~Principal Weiche and Wisely's Leadership Team

Hello Owls,

We had a wonderful October and are in full swing into November. This is when time really starts to fly towards the end of the semester. Before we get too ahead of ourselves, it is important that we slow down and embrace the season we are in. With Thanksgiving just around the corner, we would like to encourage you to focus this entire month on establishing habits of gratitude. Studies have shown that practicing gratitude can help people feel more positive, improve their health, become more resilient, build stronger relationships, and much more!  

Practicing gratitude is easier than you think, here are some steps you can take:

1. Keep it simple by setting time aside each morning to name 1 to 3 things you are grateful for. This can be done as soon as you open your eyes before you get out of bed or as you brush your teeth each morning.

2. Take it a step further by writing down your daily gratitudes on a sticky note, your iUPrep Planner, or in a journal.

3. To make your gratitude practice even more meaningful, you can share your gratitudes with others. We encourage you to post your daily gratitudes in your student chats. If you are especially grateful for a person or their actions, make sure to tell them. This will brighten both of your days.

4. Lastly, if you would like to share your gratitudes for a teacher, staff member, or about our school in general, we would love to hear them and share them for you. CLICK HERE to complete a form.

Announcements

• November Gratitude Month: Send us your gratitudes here: https://forms.gle/bpHrLDPAt3wGZeTW6

• Students, Parents/Learning Coaches, and Staff are all encouraged to participate.

• Calling all Artists: GCISD Holiday Card Art Contest is back! We would love for you to create a holiday greeting card for GCISD. Please CLICK HERE for more information and how to enter. Due November 8th.

• Advanced Placement Students: Registration for AP exams is due on November 15th. Please make sure you are following all the steps. CLICK HERE for more information.

• Student Success Snapshot #3 NEW date: We are moving our 3rd Snapshot to December 4, 2023.

  • We will run reports on Nov 13th and Nov 27th with progress letters home to parents, however these reports will not count towards the official Snapshot. This will give students time to navigate their work around Thanksgiving break and use the break to help catch up if needed. 

  • The official Snapshot for the Dean’s List and Swag drawings will be on Dec. 4th.

  • CLICK HERE for more information about snapshots.

• Graduation Announcement: Graduation will be held on Friday, May 31, 2024 at 7:00 pm. Seniors, please CLICK HERE for more information and mark your calendars.

• College Visits for 11th and 12th Graders! Did you know you can sign up for a Virtual College Visit? Mrs. Wilks is hosting several this semester and we would love for you to make the time to join! CLICK HERE to sign up and see which colleges you can virtually visit! 

• Important Calendar Dates:

  • Thanksgiving Break: Nov. 20th - Nov. 24th.

  • TEKS Check: Week of Nov. 27th - Dec. 3rd

  • 3rd Snapshot: Dec. 4th

  • Winter Festival: Week of Dec. 4th

  • Winter Fest: Dec. 8th

  • Cocoa and Cram: Dec. 15th

  • Winter Break: Dec. 18th - Jan. 1st

  • Last Day of Fall Semester: Jan. 10th @ 4:00 pm

• Check out our Pride Announcements: Stay in the loop on all the meetups, events, and clubs CLICK HERE.

• iUPrep Meetups: Sip and Study meetups and other fun events are on the iUPrep Calendar! CLICK HERE and come see us! 

• Become a Parent Observer in Canvas:

  • Parents - to monitor your student’s progress in Canvas, you will want to become a parent observer. CLICK HERE for instructions. Reach out to your Pride teacher if you need help.

• We have launched our new website and you can now find us on multiple social media platforms! These platforms along with Word From Wisely are a great way to stay in the know on all things iUP. 

  • Website

  • Facebook

  • Instagram

  • Twitter

As always owls, if you need ANYTHING, reach out. 

Be GREAT!

Be the BEST!

Be OWLsome!

~Principal Weiche and Wisely's Leadership Team

Hello Owls,

We are nearing the end of October and it seems like time is just flying by. We just wrapped up our 2nd Student Success Snapshot last week, and I am excited to announce that 985 students met the criteria for good academic standing. Congratulations Owls!

This week we are celebrating Red Ribbon Week! We would love to see all our Owls participate. How? Thanks for asking! Easy - dress up daily then attend your live lessons, tutorials, and meet ups showing off your Red Ribbon Spirit. Please also send us pictures so that we can celebrate you on social media and/or in yearbook: CLICK HERE

Announcements

• Red Ribbon Week: Send us your pictures here: Red Ribbon Week Form

  • Monday: Fiesta Time - Let’s “Taco” about saying yes to being drug free. Wear something festive.

  • Tuesday: Keep your future bright. Shade out drugs and wear sunglasses.

  • Wednesday: Make crazy good choices with your future. Crazy hair day.

  • Thursday: “Boooooo” away from drugs. Dress up for Halloween.

  • Friday: Choose Wisely! Wear your favorite iUP gear.

• Pride Check Ins Continue: Pride teachers are taking some time to check in all students over the next few weeks.The purpose for these check-ins is to give you an opportunity to share how things are going for you so far this year. We want to celebrate the wins with you and help with anything you might need. Make sure you are answering their communication and taking the time to share! 

• Graduation Announcement: Graduation will be held on Friday, May 31, 2024 at 7:00 pm. Seniors, please CLICK HERE for more information and mark your calendars.

• Student Success Snapshot #3 NEW date: WOW! Our 2nd Snapshot was amazing! We are so proud of all the hard work our students put in to meet this snapshot! We are moving our 3rd Snapshot to December 4, 2023. We will run reports on Nov 13th and Nov 27th with progress letters home to parents, however these reports will not count towards the official Snapshot. This will give students time to navigate their work around Thanksgiving break and use the break to help catch up if needed. The official Snapshot for the Dean’s List and Swag drawings will be on Dec. 4th.

  • Academic Good Standing: Students that are passing all classes will be entered into a drawing to win iUPrep Swag! We will draw three students from each grade level to win.

  • Progress Letter: Students who are not passing all classes will receive a letter from the iUPrep office with a progress report later in the week. Please use this information to support a catch up plan prior to the end of the semester. Students who are not on passing may be considered for additional academic support and/or probation.

  • Dec. 4th will be our third Student Success Snapshot: Our expectation is that all students are passing at this snapshot.

  • Pride Support: As always, we are here to support you! Please reach out to your pride teacher and keep them in the loop on your progress and your needs.

  • Dean’s List of Excellence: Students that exhibit Academic Good Standing at every snapshot starting in October and finish the semester with all passing courses will officially be on our Dean’s List of Excellence. They will receive a special certificate and be recognized at our end of year Owl Expo event. Seniors that make the Dean’s List of Excellence for both fall and spring semester will be recognized at graduation with a special cord.

• College Visits for 11th and 12th Graders! Did you know you can sign up for a Virtual College Visit? Mrs. Wilks is hosting several this semester and we would love for you to make the time to join! CLICK HERE to sign up and see which colleges you can virtually visit! 

• Check out our Pride Announcements: Are you attending pride? Each week we go over even more announcements and events that are happening in our school! From club meet ups to student led study groups, you can find a place to connect. Make sure you are checking them out each week and updating your iUniversity Prep Planner for the week. If you miss, no stress, you can always get the scope here.

• iUPrep Meetups: Sip and Study meetups and other fun events are on the iUPrep Calendar! Click here and come see us! 

• Advanced Placement Students: AP Testing sign up information has been sent out by Mrs. Baker, our AP Coordinator. Please read the email. Reach out to Mrs. Baker for more information.

• Calling all Artists: GCISD Holiday Card Art Contest is back! We would love for you to create a holiday greeting card for GCISD. Please CLICK HERE for more information and how to enter. 

• Become a Parent Observer in Canvas:

  • Parents - to monitor your student’s progress in Canvas, you will want to become a parent observer. CLICK HERE for instructions. Reach out to your Pride teacher if you need help.

• We have launched our new website and you can now find us on multiple social media platforms! These platforms along with Word From Wisely are a great way to stay in the know on all things iUP. 

  • Website

  • Facebook

  • Instagram

  • Twitter

As always owls, if you need ANYTHING, reach out. 

Be GREAT!

Be the BEST!

Be OWLsome!

~Principal Weiche and Wisely's Leadership Team

Hello Owls,

It is Back 2 School Bash Week!!!  We are so excited to see you in person.  See the details below.  There will also be more club meetings this week as well.  Students and learning coaches, we would love for you to complete this survey to help us continue to plan fun events for you in the future: http://rmd.me/738l63r2kkW

Announcements

• Back to School Bash - September 8, 2023

  • Save the Date for the Back to School Bash: September 8, 2023

  • CLICK HERE for details

  • SENIORS! We have graduate yard signs for you.  We will have a limited amount at each location.  First come first serve.  If we run out - no stress, we will have more opportunity for yard signs in the future.

  • Bring table games and come to have fun! We will play Bingo for some iUPrep Swag, so come ready to play bingo.  We have plenty of Bingo cards, but if you have something you can use as markers, please bring those.

• CLUB LAUNCH WEEK CONTINUES: Check out the CLUBS page on Virtual Vine.

• All Students - College Shirt Day:  If you missed college shirt day on Friday, it is not too late!  Wear your College shirt to any and all of your live lessons this week. We would also love to highlight our students in our yearbook and social media for College Shirt day.  Please have your students fill out this form if they would like to share their college aspirations: https://forms.gle/mgLoTKXMeLehkq1m6 

• PSAT Testing: GCISD offers PSAT testing on Oct. 11th at the PDEC 5800 Colleyville Blvd, Colleyville, TX 76034 for 11th graders and Oct 10th for 9th and 10th graders.  Students in grades 9-11th are welcome to attend.  The cost of your test will be covered if you test in our GCISD location.  Please CLICK HERE to sign up.  If you have questions, reach out to kira.dehnel@gcisd.net.  Deadline Extended: Must register by Sept. 9th.

• PSAT 8/9 Testing: GCISD is adding the PSAT 8/9 exam for iUPrep 8th graders.  The test will be held at the PDEC on Oct. 10th at 1:00 pm.  Please CLICK HERE to register.  Must register by Sept 11.  This test is optional.  

• PSAT/SAT UPDATE - We have adjusted our testing schedule for PSAT/SAT

  • 8th graders will test on Oct. 10th at 1:00 pm at the PDEC

  • 9th and 10th graders will test on Oct. 10th at 8:00 at the PDEC

  • 11th graders will test on Oct. 11th at 8:00 am at the PDEC

  • 12th graders will take the SAT on Oct 11th at 9:00 am at the PDEC

• Learning Coach/Parent Help Sessions: We are hosting two parent help sessions! If you have questions and want guidance on how to best support your owl, come to either of these sessions:

  • Tuesday, September 5th at 5pm

    • Room: https://iuniversityprep.adobeconnect.com/ry97fdr50xid/

    • Passcode: iupowls24

  • Thursday, September 7th at noon

    • Room: https://iuniversityprep.adobeconnect.com/ry97fdr50xid/

    • Passcode: iupowls24

• iPOP orientation

  • All students, returning and new, will complete iPOP - our school orientation course. iPOP must be completed before starting your coursework.

  • If you have not finished iPOP - please complete this now.

• Become a Parent Observer in Canvas:

  • Parents - to monitor your student’s progress in Canvas, you will want to become a parent observer.  CLICK HERE for instructions.   Reach out to your Pride teacher if you need help.

• Grades 5-8, Biology, and Chemistry Students: 

  • You will need a science kit this year!

  • Please complete this form verifying your address: Science Kit Address Form

  • CLICK HERE to order - Make sure you are choosing the Kit for your correct grade level and course.

  • You will need your student's email address to complete the form.  To find this, log into skyward.  Then click on "Student Info" on the left side bar.  You will find the email address on your student information page.

  • Science kits are still available for pick up.  Please email kathleen.cummings@gcisd.net to arrange a time.

    • 4344a Heritage Ave, Grapevine, 76051

  • Update on Science Kits for Grades 5-8, Biology and Chemistry for delivery: We ran into a small snag with getting science kits out but it has been resolved and they are starting to ship out in batches.  Chemistry kits have shipped.  Teachers have moved any upcoming labs back a bit to allow time for your students to receive their kits.  We thank you so much for your patience.  If you have any specific questions about science kit deliveries, please reach out Kathleen.Cummings@gcisd.net. 

• 2022-2023 STAAR scores have been posted to Texas Assessment Parent Portal.  Click here for directions to view your student's scores.

• Welcome Emails and Schedules:

  • Welcome Emails have been sent.  If you are brand new, please give us 24-48 hours to get yours all ready for you.  If you are missing your welcome email, reach out to your pride teacher for a copy.

  • This email will have step by step instructions on how to get started along with your students' live lesson schedule for the year.

• We have launched our new website and you can now find us on multiple social media platforms!  These platforms along with Word From Wisely are a great way to stay in the know on all things iUP.  

  • Website

  • Facebook

  • Instagram

  • Twitter

As Always Owls, if you need ANYTHING, reach out.  

Be GREAT!

Be the BEST!

Be OWLsome!

~Principal Weiche and Wisely's Leadership Team