The Goose Call

On this episode of The Goose Call, we discuss AVID. AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) is a nationally recognized program that equips students with the skills and strategies needed for success in higher education and beyond.

We are celebrating CTE Month by discussing career and technical education opportunities including the Career Academy for Future Educators at Ross S. Sterling High School.

We are celebrating CTE Month by discussing career and technical education opportunities at Ross S. Sterling High School starting with the Health Science Academy.

We are celebrating CTE Month by discussing career and technical education opportunities at Robert E. Lee High School.

We are celebrating CTE Month by discussing career and technical education opportunities at Goose Creek Memorial High School.

The PR Squad's Goose Call podcast on Hispanic Heritage. This podcast discusses the significance of Hispanic culture and history, highlighting contributions from the Hispanic community across different fields. These episodes often cover topics like traditions, cultural impact, notable Hispanic figures, and the importance of Hispanic Heritage Month, which celebrates the histories and cultures of those with roots in Spain, Mexico, Central and South America, and the Caribbean.

On this episode of The Goose Call we discuss the importance of voting and how we can tackle low voter turnout.

Welcome to the Goose Creek CISD Librarians Podcast! In today's episode, we're diving into exciting summer reading ideas to keep our students engaged and inspired during the break. Join us as we explore creative challenges, themed book lists, interactive storytelling sessions, and much more. Whether you're a student, parent, or fellow educator, we've got plenty of tips and resources to make this summer a reading adventure!

GCM boys soccer team journey to making history at the UIL State Soccer Championship game.

Being an IMPACT Early College High School Spartan means being part of a tight-knit community dedicated to academic excellence and social responsibility. We're not just students; we're agents of change, driven by a shared commitment to making a difference in our school and beyond. As Spartans, we embrace challenges and opportunities with courage and determination, knowing that each step we take brings us closer to our goals. Whether it's organizing fundraisers for local charities, leading peer tutoring sessions, or advocating for educational equity, we're always looking for ways to leave a positive impact on our school and community. Being an IMPACT Spartan isn't just about achieving personal success; it's about using our education and our voices to create a brighter future for everyone.

High school royalty series with the Goose Creek CISD prom courts. Ross S. Sterling Senior Prom Governor and First Lady. 

Lee High School Senior Class President, Tyler Crow, and Curriculum and Instruction Associate Director, Kevin Wrobleski, share some tips and strategies for parents and students before the next round of state tests.  

Goose Creek Memorial High School celebrates French Week April 1st through 5th. Tune in to learn about activities and opportunities happening during French Week presented by Haydhar Abizar, French teacher Mrs. Manuela Langlois, National French Honor Society Vice-President Ava Bessard, and exchange student Chloe Alzieu. This podcast is brought to you by the #prsquad.

This episode is about being safe during Spring Break 2024.

On this episode of the Goose Call we welcome our social emotional wellness team, Dr. Precious Reimonenq and Teresa Caldwell, to discuss how we support students and staff socially and emotionally!     This episode is sponsored by Community Resource Credit Union. 

Learn about It's Time Texas on this episode of The Goose Call! It's not too late to refer friends (500 points) and report your healthy actions (50 points) on the It's Time Texas Community Challenge mobile app. Learn more here: https://ittcommunitychallenge.com/about/. 

Hispanic Heritage Month is from September 15th till October 15th and celebrates the histories, cultures and contributions of Hispanic Americans. We welcome Yulia Trujillo-Rodriguez, Multi-Media Design Assistant with the Community Engagement Team at Goose Creek CISD, and Jenny Monier Mendez, Goose Creek Memorial Global Business Academy student and PR Squad member, to discuss Hispanic culture and ways you can celebrate.  Thank you, Community Resource Credit Union, for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call. 

Learn more about the proposed bond projects! This podcast provides information about the Sterling High School Replacement, Stallworth Stadium Renovation, and Lee High School Site Renovation. Election day is November 7th, and early voting begins October 23rd.  All projects and information can be found at https://www.gccisd.net/page/2023bond.home.  Thank you, Community Resource Credit Union, for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call. 

Join us with this year's PR Squad, our team of student advocates who share stories of success, celebration, and everyday moments in Goose Creek CISD.  

Learn everything you need to know about vaping, the dangers, prevention, and how to get help!   Thank you, Community Resource Credit Union for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call. 

Join us as we speak with two students about the district's process to incorporate student voice in decision making!   Thank you, Community Resource Credit Union for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call. 

On this episode, we dive into the Goose Talks community concern, special education testing.  Goose Talks: Listen, Learn, Launch is a community feedback process that helps us best understand the needs of our Giants. Learn about special education testing, the challenges, and what GCCISD is doing to resolve this concern.  For more information about Goose Talks, visit https://www.gccisd.net/page/goosetalks.home.  Thank you, Community Resources Credit Union, for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call. 

On this episode, we dive into the Goose Talks community concern, over-testing in the classroom, and student engagement.  We welcome Livia Callahan and Sarah Flusche to speak on this subject! Thank you, Community Resource Credit Union for sponsoring this episode. 

On this episode, we dive into the Goose Talks community concern, having enough time to eat lunch and the taste of food.  We welcome Natalie Edwards-director of nutrition services, Jose Saenz registered dietician for Goose Creek CISD, and Amanda Kennington, coordinator of healthy community schools. For more information about Goose Talks, visit: https://www.gccisd.net/page/goosetalks.home.  Thank you, Community Resource Credit Union for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call. 

On this episode, we dive into the Goose Talks community concern, safety and bullying.  Goose Talks: Listen, Learn, Launch is a community feedback process that helps us best understand the needs of our Giants. Learn about how we are being proactive about bullying, what we have done to remediate your concerns, and about resources!  For more information about Goose Talks, visit https://www.gccisd.net/page/goosetalks.home.  Thank you, Community Resources Credit Union, for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call. 

On this episode, we dive into the Goose Talks community concern, entering grades on time.  Goose Talks: Listen, Learn, Launch is a community feedback process that helps us best understand the needs of our Giants. Learn the process behind entering grades, what we have done to remediate your concerns, and about resources!  For more information about Goose Talks, visit https://www.gccisd.net/page/goosetalks.home.  Thank you, Community Resources Credit Union, for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call.   

On this episode, we discuss our new community feedback process, Goose Talks: Listen, Learn, Launch.  Goose Talks is a community feedback process that helps us best understand the needs of our “Giants” and respond based on your highest areas of concern. This process also helps us know what we are doing well so we can keep up the excellent work! The survey launches to families, staff, and students on October 3rd!  Thank you, Community Resource Credit Union, for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call. 

Our Education Foundation partners with the community to provide resources, enrich teaching, inspire learning and provide opportunities for excellence in education for all students in GCCISD. Learn more about what EdFo does and how you can help!  The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David and produced by Carrie Pryor-Newman.    Thank you, Community Resource Credit Union, for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call.  

¡Bienvenidos! Welcome to the GCCISD's podcast tailored for Spanish speakers. Our goal is to provide our families with the information they need for their children to be successful. Bienvenido al podcast de GCCISD diseñado para hispanohablantes. Nuestro objetivo es proporcionar a nuestras familias la información que necesitan para que sus hijos tengan éxito. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/conversaciones-gigantess-podcast/id1644950125 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6KoMtYDoI10g9tIqKyyadm Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/4fccbb67-f381-4ce0-a862-081c6882488a

The Fine Arts Department has released a podcast, The Arts Effect. Tune in at https://anchor.fm/ray-lavan.    In the body of education, the fine arts is its soul. It encompasses all disciplines and subjects. It teaches our students love, compassion, understanding, and teamwork. It allows our students to express themselves in the purest form, even when words will not suffice or cannot describe their feelings. This podcast is an informational and advocacy platform for the Goose Creek ISD Fine Arts Program in Baytown, TX. It will feature student and teacher interviews, as well as share the importance of the arts in education today.

IMPACT Early College High School is changing the trajectory of our student's future! Learn more about IMPACT and how you can become a Spartan. We speak with the Principal, Laura Reyes, the counselor, Dr. Orellana, and a student, Adriana, about the benefits IMPACT can provide.   The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David and produced by Carrie Pryor-Newman.    Thank you, Community Resource Credit Union, for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call.  

Goose Creek CISD has two Apple Distinguished schools, Stephen F. Austin and Robert E. Lee. So, what does it take to become 2 of 689 Apple Distinguished Schools in the world? Listen as we speak with Lori Roberts, Kim Mitchell, Katie Ward, and Connie Guerrero about the process at Lee High School.  The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David, and produced by Carrie Pryor-Newman.  Thank you, Community Resource Credit Union for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call. 

On this episode of The Goose Call, we discuss Teacher Incentive Allotment! Join us with Dr. Ron Wyatt and Brooke Dockery from our human resources department. To qualify for TIA funds, Goose Creek CISD is required to complete a rigorous approval process that includes developing a local designation system and rubric that will allow us to designate highly effective teachers by looking at a variety of measures of instructional excellence, including student learning and classroom observations. For more information, visit https://tiatexas.org/ Thank you, Community Resource Credit Union for sponsoring this award.  The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David, and produced by Carrie Pryor-Newman. 

Listen in on a conversation with GCCISD students! Darion (Gentry Junior School), Andrea (Lee High School), and Haley (Sterling High School) provide insight into our "student roundtables" activity. Thank you, Community Resource Credit Union for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call.  The Goose call is hosted by Matt Bolinger and Kendall David, and produced by Carrie Pryor Newman. 

Happy Black History Month! The 2022 theme for Black History Month is Health and Wellness. Join us as we speak with Thresa Caldwell, GCCISD Behavior and Mental Health Coordinator, and Jamari and Morgan Gilbert, owners of Baytown Nutrition as we discuss Black History Month and health and wellness in our community.    The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David and produced by Carrie Pryor Newman.    Thank you, Community Resource Credit Union for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call. 

GCCISD is excited to offer three new pre-k academy options for the 2022-2023 school year. Learn more about our STEAM Academy with Kevin Wrobleski and Ray Lavan!  Thank you, Community Resource Credit Union for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call.  The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David, and produced by Carrie Pryor Newman. 

GCCISD is excited to offer three new pre-k academy options for the 2022-2023 school year. Learn more about the Dual Language Pre-K Academy with Betty Baca, principal at Harlem Elementary and Maria Chavez, dual language pre-k teacher.  Thank you Community Resource Credit Union for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call.  The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David and produced by Carrie Pryor Newman. 

GCCISD is excited to offer three new pre-k academy options for the 2022-2023 school year. On this episode, learn more about the Early Learning Academy with Adrienne Tesar, principal of ELA Central and Madisyn Cates, ELA pre-k teacher.  Thank you, Community Resource Credit Union, for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call! The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David, and produced by Carrie Pryor Newman. 

Trudell Berry-Robert E. Lee High School senior, star football player, incredible student, and future Vanderbilt Commodore! Learn more about his experience in Goose Creek CISD, his life as a top football recruit, and his decision to play at Vanderbilt.    Thank you, Community Resource Credit Union, for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call.  The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger, Kristyn Cathey, and Kendall David and produced by Carrie Pryor Newman. 

Dual Credit information continues! We are proud to offer dual credit in Goose Creek CISD. Dual credit is a system in which an eligible high school student enrolls in college courses and receives credit for the courses from college and high school. Tune in to hear from Kim Mitchell, Academic Dean at Lee High School; Leslie Garcia, College and Career Counselor at Goose Creek Memorial High School and Kerliyah Andrews, a student at Goose Creek Memorial, to learn about how you can take advantage of dual credit.  Thank you, Community Resource Credit Union, for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call. The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David and produced by Carrie Pryor Newman. 

Calling all high school students! We are proud to offer dual credit in Goose Creek CISD. Dual Credit is a system in which an eligible high school student enrolls in college courses and receives credit for the courses from both the college and high school. Tune in to hear from Dr. Marissa Moreno, Executive Director of School and College Partnerships at Lee College, and Anna Espinoza, Coordinator of College and Career for Goose Creek to learn about our partnerships and how you can take advantage of dual credit.  Thank you, Community Resource Credit Union, for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call. The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David and produced by Carrie Pryor Newman. 

Happy Red Ribbon Week! Goose Creek Schools are celebrating Red Ribbon Week (October 25th-29th). Red Ribbon Week is designed to bring awareness to the importance of staying drug-free.  We welcome Dr. Precious Reimonenq, Director of Social Emotional Learning and Student Wellness, and Priscila Garza, Healthy Schools Special Projects Coordinator, to discuss the harmful effects of vaping and e-cigarettes. Thank you, Community Resource Credit Union, for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call.  The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David and produced by Carrie Pryor Newman. 

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! National Hispanic Heritage Month is a period from September 15th to October 15th in the United States for recognizing the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States.  We welcome Betty Baca, principal at Harlem Elementary, and Evelyn Mexas, lead counselor at Goose Creek Memorial, to discuss how GCCISD celebrates Hispanic Heritage.  Thank you, Community Resource Credit Union, for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call.  The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David and produced by Carrie Pryor Newman. 

This Is Where Giants Are Made, a song composed for our district, was performed by fourth and fifth-grade choir students under the director of elementary choir directors.  To view the video visit www.herewegrowgiants.com. 

Welcome back to the 2021-2022 school year! Listen to this quick message on your way to school from Dr. O'Brien, our Superintendent of Goose Creek CISD.    The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David and produced by Carrie Pryor-Newman.    Thank you, Community Resource Credit Union, for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call. 

Now introducing our new PR Squad, a student group that works to curate creative content that shows off our student programs and successes! Join us for a quick chat with Ayanna Thorton, Crystal Smith, and Gabriel Brock!   The Goose Call is narrated by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David and produced by Carrie Pryor-Newman.    Thank you Community Resource Credit Union for sponsoring this episode!  

Join us on this episode of The Goose Call as we learn more about the Goose Creek CISD Police Department. Chief Davis talks about our top priority: keeping our students and staff safe! Thank you Community Resource Credit Union for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call.  The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David and produced by Carrie Pryor-Newman. 

Although COVID-19 has changed much about education, the silver lining is the opening of the Virtual Learning Academy! Listen in as we talk and address the unknowns with Alicia Brooks, principal of the Virtual Learning Academy.  Thank you to Community Resource Credit Union for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call! The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David and produced by Carrie Pryor-Newman. 

On this episode of The Goose Call, we discuss the importance of enrolling your student in prekindergarten and exciting news on the new Early Learning Academy! Get your questions answered by Susan Jackson, Deputy Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction, and Araceli Delacruz, Director of Student Services.    The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David and produced by Carrie Pryor Newman. 

Excitement is in the air as the Goose Creek Memorial Patriots continue the playoff battle in the regional semi-final playoffs against Katy Paetow. In this episode, we speak with Coach Haymon about his team and the journey thus far. Thank you to Community Resource Credit Union for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call. The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David and produced by Carrie Pryor Newman. 

On this episode of The Goose Call, we celebrate Black History Month. We are honored to collaborate with Dr. Regina Patrick Sims (principal at Bowie Elementary), Diztorsha Lavan (teacher at Goose Creek Memorial High School), and Roger Joseph (senior student at Goose Creek Memorial High School).  The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David and produced by Carrie Pryor Newman.