5th Grade & Freshman Readers!!
Congratulations to Mariah, Makinley, Jaxon, and Landry for completing the 40 Book Challenge. Thank you for dedication and your love of reading!
We would also like to say Congratulations to Josephine Galatas for reading 32 books during her Freshman year of High School!
On Monday night, the board of trustees honored students who will compete at the national level this summer, as well as those who participated in the state track meet.
Suhani Kumar is set to represent Garrison FCCLA at the National Convention in Washington, DC.
Madalyn Barnard, Travis Barton, Kylar Bond, Travis Burkhalter, Ryan Chhim, Keira Cook, Megan Curbow, Madison Dawson, Lizeth Galindo, Mylie Garcia, Cehavyn Gardner, Lexy Hallmark, Kate Jackson, Ronnie Jernigan III, Aalaizjah Johnson, Alexis Johnson, Suhani Kumar, Emma Loftin, Keaton Lout, Stephanie Mendoza, Wyatt Miller, Alexis Nash, Cecilia Nguyen, Kason Phillips, Becca Rambin, Maria Ramirez-De Jesus, Ayden Stroud, and Lexis Williamson will represent the Garrison BETA club at the National Convention in Nashville, TN.
Aalaizjah Johnson and Lexis Williamson showcased their talents by representing Garrison ISD at the State Track Meet in Austin.
We take immense pride in all these students and their achievements.
A heartfelt thank you goes out to their sponsors and coaches for your unwavering hard work and commitment.
Mrs. Murray's 4th grade Coffee Shop/ Writing Showcase was a success last week!
We're nearing the finish line! Next week will be filled with celebrations for our students' achievements and the conclusion of the year!
HEART SCREENING RESULTS
Thank you to those that participated in our nonprofit heart screening program on May 5, 2026 at GISD.
The heart screening included an ECG. An ECG is a snapshot of the heart’s electrical activity at a point in time. SCA is the leading cause of death in sports and on school campuses, but it can be prevented through early detection and by being prepared in the event of a cardiac emergency.
A board-certified cardiologist has reviewed the findings.
Any abnormal EKGS, the parents have been notified. If your child's test was normal, no one will call you.
“Normal” means the findings of this particular ECG were within normal range and they are considered low risk for heart problems.
According to the International Recommendations for ECG Screening in young athletes, a child’s heart should be screened at least every other year.
Family history is important and may also play a role in a child’s heart health. If you become aware of any of these in your family history, please seek out a physician's advice:
• Family history of heart disease
• Unexpected death during physical activity or seizure
• Unexplained death of a seemingly healthy family member under age 50
• Unexplained near/drowning or car accident of family member
Thank you for participating in this very important screening!
Thank you to those that participated in our nonprofit heart screening program on May 5, 2026 at GISD.
The heart screening included an ECG. An ECG is a snapshot of the heart’s electrical activity at a point in time. SCA is the leading cause of death in sports and on school campuses, but it can be prevented through early detection and by being prepared in the event of a cardiac emergency.
A board-certified cardiologist has reviewed the findings.
Any abnormal EKGS, the parents have been notified. If your child's test was normal, no one will call you.
“Normal” means the findings of this particular ECG were within normal range and they are considered low risk for heart problems.
According to the International Recommendations for ECG Screening in young athletes, a child’s heart should be screened at least every other year.
Family history is important and may also play a role in a child’s heart health. If you become aware of any of these in your family history, please seek out a physician's advice:
• Family history of heart disease
• Unexpected death during physical activity or seizure
• Unexplained death of a seemingly healthy family member under age 50
• Unexplained near/drowning or car accident of family member
Thank you for participating in this very important screening!
MEDICATION REMINDER
If your child has medication in the nurse office, prescription or over the counter medications, a parent/guardian must come to the school to pick the medication up.
Any Medication that is not picked up on or before the last day of school will be properly disposed of. No medications will be stored for the following year.
You may pick up medications anytime. The LAST day to pick up will be during the last day of school 5/21/26 between 8 am-1200 pm.
It is the parent’s responsibility to contact the nurse office on or before the last day of school (5/21/26) to set a date and time to collect all remaining medications, if medication pick up day is not a convenient pick up day.
Tiffany Jopling, RN
Brea Thorn, LVN
936-347-7050
If your child has medication in the nurse office, prescription or over the counter medications, a parent/guardian must come to the school to pick the medication up.
Any Medication that is not picked up on or before the last day of school will be properly disposed of. No medications will be stored for the following year.
You may pick up medications anytime. The LAST day to pick up will be during the last day of school 5/21/26 between 8 am-1200 pm.
It is the parent’s responsibility to contact the nurse office on or before the last day of school (5/21/26) to set a date and time to collect all remaining medications, if medication pick up day is not a convenient pick up day.
Tiffany Jopling, RN
Brea Thorn, LVN
936-347-7050
Baseball Regional Semi-Final Playoff Information!
Share your story about a Garrison ISD teacher or staff member that made an impact in your life in the comments!
Round 2!
Area Baseball Playoff Information
So proud of my Principles of Human Services & Family and Community Services students! 🧵💛
Using the hand-stitching skills they learned in our basic apparel maintenance unit, they brought 2nd graders’ “Love Monster” designs to life—creating personalized plushies as close to each child’s vision as possible. Our child development read the 2nd graders their “love monster” book to open the lesson about teach children about self-acceptance and belonging.
The story shows that even if you feel different or like you don’t quite fit in, you are still worthy of love—and sometimes you just need to look in the right place to find people who appreciate you for who you are.
This project gave my high schoolers real-world experience in communication, problem-solving, and service, while the 2nd graders saw their creativity valued and turned into something tangible. A perfect example of learning with purpose, learning truly came to life in this project!
-Tori Jeans
Using the hand-stitching skills they learned in our basic apparel maintenance unit, they brought 2nd graders’ “Love Monster” designs to life—creating personalized plushies as close to each child’s vision as possible. Our child development read the 2nd graders their “love monster” book to open the lesson about teach children about self-acceptance and belonging.
The story shows that even if you feel different or like you don’t quite fit in, you are still worthy of love—and sometimes you just need to look in the right place to find people who appreciate you for who you are.
This project gave my high schoolers real-world experience in communication, problem-solving, and service, while the 2nd graders saw their creativity valued and turned into something tangible. A perfect example of learning with purpose, learning truly came to life in this project!
-Tori Jeans
School Lunch Hero Day! May 1st
We have the best lunch ladies at our Bulldog Cafe!! We appreciate them and want to show them some love . Make sure to tell them Thank You tomorrow as you go through there tomorrow. They are the BEST!
We have the best lunch ladies at our Bulldog Cafe!! We appreciate them and want to show them some love . Make sure to tell them Thank You tomorrow as you go through there tomorrow. They are the BEST!
Bulldog Cafe's Breakfast & Lunch Menus for May!!
Garrison ISD will be hosting several playoff games this week for softball & baseball.
Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for students. Cash ONLY!
It's Baseball Playoff Time!
Garrison Versus Groveton
Wednesday, April 29, 2026 7:30 PM
Thursday, April 30, 2026 7:30 PM
Saturday, May 2, 2026 7:30 PM (if necessary)
Lufkin High School
309 S. Medford Drive
Lufkin, TX 75901
Lufkin ISD accepts credit/debit card only at the gate — no cash will be accepted for ticket purchases
All tickets may be purchased online through GoFan or at the gate using a card
Concession stands will accept cash
GAME 1: TICKET LINK: https://gofan.co/event/6547162?schoolId=TX24577 4/29 7:30p
GAME 2: TICKET LINK: https://gofan.co/event/6547233?schoolId=TX24577 4/30 7:30p
GAME 3 LINK WILL BE SENT LATER IF NEEDED 🙂 5/2 7:30p
Garrison Versus Groveton
Wednesday, April 29, 2026 7:30 PM
Thursday, April 30, 2026 7:30 PM
Saturday, May 2, 2026 7:30 PM (if necessary)
Lufkin High School
309 S. Medford Drive
Lufkin, TX 75901
Lufkin ISD accepts credit/debit card only at the gate — no cash will be accepted for ticket purchases
All tickets may be purchased online through GoFan or at the gate using a card
Concession stands will accept cash
GAME 1: TICKET LINK: https://gofan.co/event/6547162?schoolId=TX24577 4/29 7:30p
GAME 2: TICKET LINK: https://gofan.co/event/6547233?schoolId=TX24577 4/30 7:30p
GAME 3 LINK WILL BE SENT LATER IF NEEDED 🙂 5/2 7:30p
Baseball Bi-District Playoff Information
Site: Lufkin High School
Garrison vs Groveton
Wednesday April 29th 7:30
Thursday April 30th 7:30
If Needed Saturday May 1st 7:30
Ticket prices and any stadium policies will be posted next week.
Site: Lufkin High School
Garrison vs Groveton
Wednesday April 29th 7:30
Thursday April 30th 7:30
If Needed Saturday May 1st 7:30
Ticket prices and any stadium policies will be posted next week.
Don't miss all the captured moments that made this year unforgettable with the now fuller, 200+ page, 2025–2026 Garrison ISD Yearbook! With expanded coverage across all three campuses, including more middle school and elementary moments than ever before, this yearbook highlights it all from friendships and school events to sports, clubs, and highlights. It’s more than just photos, it's a collection of memories you’ll want to look back on for years to come. Order yours today for just $75 before it's too late!!
Personalized ad pages are available for all students from pre-k to senior, all staff, as well as local business or a selection of your choice. Pages are sold in 1/4, 1/2 and full pages. Please use the same link to make the ad page as you would to purchase a yearbook.
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/1078861/Garrison-High-School/2026-Yearbook/20250923042013473126/CATALOG_SHOP/
Personalized ad pages are available for all students from pre-k to senior, all staff, as well as local business or a selection of your choice. Pages are sold in 1/4, 1/2 and full pages. Please use the same link to make the ad page as you would to purchase a yearbook.
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/1078861/Garrison-High-School/2026-Yearbook/20250923042013473126/CATALOG_SHOP/
Baseball Playoff T-Shirts!
Orders are due by April 22nd! Orders can be turned in at the Elementary, Middle School, and High School offices.
Orders are due by April 22nd! Orders can be turned in at the Elementary, Middle School, and High School offices.
These Child Development students brought learning to life 👏
Using shoebox creations, they modeled how children ages 1–5 grow through emotional/social, physical, moral, and intellectual development. 🧠💛
This hands-on project aligns with TEKS by applying real-world understanding of early childhood development in a creative way.
Learning + creativity = success! ✨
- Thankful for the opportunity to Teach,
🖤 Mrs. Jeans
Using shoebox creations, they modeled how children ages 1–5 grow through emotional/social, physical, moral, and intellectual development. 🧠💛
This hands-on project aligns with TEKS by applying real-world understanding of early childhood development in a creative way.
Learning + creativity = success! ✨
- Thankful for the opportunity to Teach,
🖤 Mrs. Jeans
We are still accepting Transfer Applications for 2026-2027.
https://www.garrisonisd.com/o/gisd/page/transfers
https://www.garrisonisd.com/o/gisd/page/transfers
Ryder Copeland and Ren Murray have completed the 40-book challenge! This is a huge accomplishment! We are SO proud of you!!
