ConnectEd 2019-20 // Issue IV | Page 8

ConnectEd is published by GISD Communications, printed in-house by GISD Printing Services and distributed to approximately 109,000 households. @gisdnews @gisdnoticias // @ChooseGarlandISD Board of Trustees Johnny Beach President Robert Selders Jr. Vice President Jamie Miller Secretary Linda Griffin Assistant Secretary Larry Glick Member Jed Reed Member Wes Johnson Member Superintendent Dr. Ricardo López Garland Independent School District P.O. Box 469026 Garland, TX 75046-9026 *****************ECRWSS****************** Local Postal Customer Non-Profit Organization U.S. POSTAGE PAID Garland, TX 75046 Permit No. 22 aroundGISD // At-home learning, working and growing // Janie Valdez Bentley Bell Helen Bullock Elizabeth Mata Vasquez Colin Allred Secretary GISD Student Services Working from home has helped me feel more relaxed and engaged with the families and staff I communicate with daily. I have learned new ways to make personal connections while still being professional. Even working alone, I feel connected to our families! Second Grader Rowlett Elementary School Learning from home helps me take my time with my lessons and will make me a better student when I go back to my classroom. Theater Director Hudson Middle School I have become more confident in finding the best technologies to suit the learning objectives and needs of students. My students and I have also been more creative, which I believe is very important! I look forward to continuing to foster that creativity once we physically return to school. Senior North Garland High School At-home learning has allowed me to become more independent and organized in getting my assignments completed. This will be very helpful in my transition to college in the fall. Being at home has also made me more appreciative of the family and friends in my life. U.S. Congressman District 32 North Texans have made incredible sacrifices to stop the spread of this virus, and I know it is hard for many. My mom was a teacher. This crisis emphasizes the importance of teachers and child care. I’m proud of everyone throughout Garland ISD for doing their part. Let’s stay safe. Para una copia traducida, envíe un correo electrónico a [email protected]. Để nhận được một bản đã dịch, vui lòng email đến [email protected].