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Gregory-Portland Independent School District
The mission of Gregory-Portland ISD is to educate, inspire, and empower students to be successful in life and the next generation of leaders. They value academic excellence, student support, and fiscal responsibility. Whether in the classroom, on the field, or in the community, G-PISD is a thriving district dedicated to shaping bright futures and fostering a dynamic learning environment for all students. With a district enrollment of 5,024 students, G-PISD provides a well-rounded education and ensures a strong foundation for learning by fostering personalized instruction, student well-being, and success.
Vision
Educate, Inspire, Empower
Mission
The mission of G-PISD is to educate, inspire, and empower students to be successful in life and the next generation of leaders.
Additional Culture Details
📢 Communication
Listen, embrace feedback
Seek to understand
Write & speak concisely, clearly, & with kindness
Provide feedback with great candor & respect
Adapt to communicate with diverse audiences
✋ Courage
Develop & openly share new ideas, solutions, possibilities
Challenge assumptions
Make tough decisions without agonizing or long delay
Take informed risks & be open to possible failure as an avenue for growth
Question actions that are inconsistent with these behaviors
🤝 Inclusion
Treat every person with respect & kindness
Actively & openly welcome new team members, students, families, etc.
Recognize we all have our perspectives & biases & work to see beyond them
Honor the absent, inspire others, build relationships, & develop mutual trust
Take appropriate action when another person is, or feels, marginalized or excluded
🛡️ Integrity
Only say things about others that you are willing to share with them
Be genuine, honest, & transparent
Admit mistakes openly & take responsibility
Act with good intent, assume the best, & extend grace to others
Manage taxpayer dollars wisely & honorably
❤️ Selflessness
Seek what is best for all
Be humble & open-minded about others’ ideas & contributions
Help other people succeed including those within & outside the team
Own decisions, extending support and grace even when you may not agree or have all the answers immediately
Be generous, empathetic, & compassionate
Listen, embrace feedback
Seek to understand
Write & speak concisely, clearly, & with kindness
Provide feedback with great candor & respect
Adapt to communicate with diverse audiences
✋ Courage
Develop & openly share new ideas, solutions, possibilities
Challenge assumptions
Make tough decisions without agonizing or long delay
Take informed risks & be open to possible failure as an avenue for growth
Question actions that are inconsistent with these behaviors
🤝 Inclusion
Treat every person with respect & kindness
Actively & openly welcome new team members, students, families, etc.
Recognize we all have our perspectives & biases & work to see beyond them
Honor the absent, inspire others, build relationships, & develop mutual trust
Take appropriate action when another person is, or feels, marginalized or excluded
🛡️ Integrity
Only say things about others that you are willing to share with them
Be genuine, honest, & transparent
Admit mistakes openly & take responsibility
Act with good intent, assume the best, & extend grace to others
Manage taxpayer dollars wisely & honorably
❤️ Selflessness
Seek what is best for all
Be humble & open-minded about others’ ideas & contributions
Help other people succeed including those within & outside the team
Own decisions, extending support and grace even when you may not agree or have all the answers immediately
Be generous, empathetic, & compassionate
Values
- District Beliefs
- In G-PISD, WE BELIEVE our:
*Students are leaders and critical thinkers who embrace diversity and pursue excellence in all endeavors.
*Parents and Families are true partners, have a voice, and have high expectations.
*Faculty and Staff build inclusive relationships and maximize student success with integrity, compassion, and talent.
*Principals and Campus Leadership are courageous leaders who show grace, empower others, embrace diversity, and cultivate G-P pride.
*Superintendent and Central Office advance our vision with intention, collaboration, and purpose-driven leadership.
*Board of Trustees are strategic, collaborative leaders who model good governance and empower and inspire others to serve the G-P community.
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