In just a few short days we will welcome all of our staff and students back for the 2025-26 school year! It’s hard to believe that one summer can fly by so fast, but I hope that each of you got to enjoy some downtime with family and friends during the break. We have been hard at work in Graham ISD participating in professional development, hiring quality staff, and conducting regular facility maintenance to prepare our schools for the new year.
In Graham ISD we are committed to excellence. In fact, our mission is to equip all students for excellence in life. We do this by providing a nurturing, safe learning environment that encourages critical thinking, creativity and collaboration within the community.
I could not be more excited at the team of professionals and support staff we have in GISD. Their commitment to students will fuel individual, class, and team achievements throughout this school year.
Please feel free to connect with us this year and stay engaged during your child’s learning experience. We encourage you to volunteer, sign-up as a substitute teacher, and become involved in our Booster Clubs and PTOs and Class Parents Groups who support student programs and activities. We believe in reflecting the values of our community and seeking authentic partnerships in the learning process.
We hope you will join us on this journey!
Committed to Excellence,
Dr. Johnston
Superintendent
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First Day for Students - Wednesday, Aug. 13
Important Staff Dates: New Employees begin on Monday, Aug. 4 and All Teachers & Staff Return on Aug. 5
Graham ISD Meet the Teacher Schedule
Graham Junior High (Grades 6-8)
Friday, Aug. 8
4-6 p.m.
Graham JHS and Boys’ Athletics Equipment Pick-Up (same time)
Pioneer Elementary Grades (ECSE, PK &K)
Monday, Aug. 11
8-9:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m. New Parent Orientation Meeting (Option 1)
12-12:30 p.m. Pioneer New Parent Orientation Meeting (Option 2)
Crestview (Grades 1-3)
Monday, Aug. 11
9-10:30 a.m.
Woodland (Grades 4-5)
Monday, Aug. 11
10-11:30 a.m.
Graham HS (Grades 9-12)
Monday, Aug. 11
5-6:30 p.m.
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New Student Enrollment: IN-PERSON on ALL campuses began on July 28 at 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.- We would like to register our new students as soon as possible!
Current Student Online Enrollment Verification opened on July 28. Each parent/guardian of a GISD student(s) must complete the online enrollment process in Skyward before they are able to receive a laptop (high school), class schedule, or teacher assignment (elementary). Parents will log into their Skyward Family access account to complete the online enrollment process.**
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Schedule Pick-up: All students will need to have completed Online Registration (if new) or Online Registration Verification (if returning) to receive their schedules during laptop pick-up.
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August 8: Student Grades 10-12 Laptop pick-up - 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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August 11: Freshman Laptop Pick-up (11:30 a.m.-5 p.m.)
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August 11: Fish Camp: 4-5 p.m. (Before Meet the Teacher)
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August 11: 7-8:30 p.m. Graham Athletic Booster Club (GABC) Booster Bash at Newton Field (All Fall Sports are going to be recognized; Get your Steer & Lady Blues Apparel Here; High School Clubs & Organizations will have information booths onsite!; and All Graham ISD families are invited!)
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August 12: Student Grades 9-12 Laptop Pick-up: Make-Up Day - 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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August 19: 5-6 p.m. Dual Credit Student & Parent Meeting in the GHS Auditorium: Informational session for students and parents of students enrolled in Dual Credit courses in the Fall semester.
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Thursday, July 31 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Popsicles with the Principals |
Thursday, Aug. 7 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Popcorn with the Principals |
Monday, Aug. 11 from 4:30-6 p.m. Snowcones with Students |
Monday, Aug. 11 from 7-8:30 p.m. Graham Athletic Booster Club (GABC) Booster Bash. All Graham ISD families and students are invited! |
School Supply Lists
Bus Transportation Information:
If you would like to register for GISD bus service, please Complete the Process. This same link is included in online registration too!
Free Lunch Application (Students may qualify for free lunch at school) All students receive free breakfast at school. Complete the application. This same link is included in the online registration tool!
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Graham ISD will join other Texas public schools in implementing and enforcing a new state law that requires K-12th grade students to have their cell phones off and out of sight during school hours. The statewide requirement covers all areas of the school from the first to final bells, and prohibits ALL cell phones, cell phones such as a smartphone or flip phone, tablet, smartwatches, radio device, paging device, headphones, earbuds, gaming device, or any other electronic device capable of telecommunication or digital communication during the instructional day.
Governor Greg Abbott signed a law on June 20 which mandates all Texas districts to adopt a policy banning the use of personal communication devices during school hours. The Graham ISD School Board will consider the policy at their August 6 board workshop and then approve it officially at their August 12 meeting. Parents and students should be prepared for the changes beginning with the first day of school for the 2025-26 school year. GISD will share specific information on policy implementation on campuses for the 2025-2026 school year, as well as have an FAQ published on our website.
School districts across the country who have previously implemented similar policies report decreases in student discipline, less screen time, a reduction in device-related distractions and more focus and attention on student learning and socializing.
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We continue to be Committed to Excellence in Graham ISD and are excited to announce some good news for Graham High School students and their families. For the 2025-26 school Year, GISD will not be asking parents to pay a Chromebook user fee. Additionally, students will be able to pick-up parking passes free of charge. |
Thank you to ESC Region 9 for hosting a wonderful Teacher of the Year Celebration! Congratulations to Lisa Lester from Pioneer Elementary and Jennifer Patrick from Graham Junior High for representing Graham ISD so well. These teachers are Excellence in Action! |
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What a great night for GISD Athletics! We had three winners at the Texoma’s Nexstar Sports Awards. Large School Male Athlete of the Year, Large School Female Athlete of the Year, and Large School Coach of the year! We are so proud of Ty and Lillian! #A3
Next Star Athletic Awards:
- Large School Male Athlete of the Year: Ty Thompson
- Large School Female Athlete of the Year: Lillian Noble
- Big School Coach of the Year: Coach Clay McChristian
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Have a Graham ISD student or staff member that deserves a shoutout in an upcoming newsletter or social media post? Take a few moments to share information about the achievement or contribution the staff or student made and share photos if you have them using the form provided below. |
- New Student Registration begins July 28
- August 1: Last Day for Summer Office Hours
- August 4: New Hire Orientation
- August 5: Teachers & Staff Return to Campus
- August 5-12: Professional Development for Educators & Staff
- August 13: First Day of School for Students
- August 22 and 29: Graham ISD Closed/No School
- September 1: Labor Day/No School
- Curriculum Nights- times coming soon
Check out the Online GISD Calendar for a more comprehensive list of upcoming academic, athletic, fine arts and extracurricular activities.
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We believe in fostering relationships to ensure collaboration among students, staff, and community. (GISD Strategic Plan, Adopted June 2025)
In this section, you will find information from PTO or Parent Class Officers each month! We will have more updates in August in this section.
We appreciate our parent groups that support our campuses. Below are links to the Dues/Payment Options for $20 Class Dues for the Grade Levels. These groups sponsor the 8th grade Dance and the Prom to name a few.
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QR Code to Pay $20 Dues
Please note: user must have the Venmo app to access this payment form.
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QR Code to Pay $20 Dues
Please note: user must have the PayPal app downloaded and QR code payments set up.
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QR Code to Pay $20 Dues
Please note: user must have the PayPal app downloaded and QR code payments set up.
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QR Code to Pay $20 Dues
Please note: user must have the PayPal app downloaded and QR code payments set up.
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QR Code to Pay $20 Dues - coming soon! |
- All Fall Sports are going to be recognized.
- Get your Steer & Lady Blues Apparel Here.
- High School Clubs & Organizations will have information booths onsite!
- All Graham ISD families are invited!
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Eastside Church of Christ is hosting a Gear Up Graham event! On Sunday, Aug. 3 at 6 p.m., there will be free hot dogs and a backpack/school supplies giveaway! No registration is required. We hope to see you there! |
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Another Opportunity for Physicals for GISD students from GRMC on the following dates:
Tuesday, Aug. 5 from 1:30 – 4 p.m.
Thursday, Aug. 7 from 1 – 4 p.m.
Tuesday, Aug. 12 from 1 – 4 p.m.
Any GISD student that comes for a physical during these dates/times will be seen at no charge for community service. If you have insurance, they will run their insurance only with no co-pay. The dates and times above are the only times they are free. They prefer you to call and schedule: (940) 549-7741, but will also accept walk-ins if time allows. The location of the clinic is 820 Montgomery Road, Bldg A.
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Once again, the Graham Athletic Booster Club is offering parents of high school students the opportunity to purchase an ad to celebrate their student, or an opportunity to sponsor the GABC, and have advertising space in the program. Contact Whitney Crawford for more information and to purchase an ad.
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Explore the facts, fiction and fossils of dinosaur history! Visit the exhibit from Aug. 9-Oct. 25 in The Old Post Office Museum and Art Center.
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400 Third Street | Graham, TX 76450
940-549-0595
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