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Engaging Students In New Directions


                                                                                              By: Dr. Tommie L. Smith

                                                On November 1 , GPISD families met up for Elective Palooza.
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                                                The interactive fair gave elective teachers an opportunity to
                                                market their courses to prospective students, and it featured
                                                hands-on demonstrations from various GPISD programs.
                                                Elective Palooza sparked career interests in students as they
                                                were introduced to a wide range of elective courses that
                                                catered to their future pursuits and passions. Whether it’s
                                                theater arts, athletics, welding, education, the medical field,
                                                or agriculture, there is something for every student. Teachers
         Marcos Rodriguez - Welding Instructor
                                                at Elective Palooza showcased their courses in creative and
      engaging ways, making it easy for students to understand the course content and requirements.
      Elective Palooza is an important event that not only helps students choose their elective courses,
      but also helps them develop a sense of belonging and community within their school. It allows
      students to interact with their potential teachers and classmates, which fosters a supportive and
      inclusive learning environment.

















                                                                                 Precious White - Engineering Instructor

















                                                                                        Jesse Cantu - CTE Counselor
















                                           KC Christensen - Band Director               Brian Greer - Drone Instructor
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