Mission:
The Galveston ISD Educational Foundation enriches the educational experience and prepares students for the future by providing financial support to educators, schools and students.
Vision:
Support equitable opportunities and innovative learning environments for all GISD students and teachers to achieve success in life.
The GISD Educational Foundation…
- Is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit, tax exempt philanthropic organization independent of the Galveston Independent School District (GISD) but complementing it through partnership;
- Shares a vision of enhancing education in GISD schools;
- Works to increase private support for public education;
- Benefits GISD students and staff by supporting activities that extend beyond what tax dollars afford;
- Encourages and recognizes creative approaches to education through grants and involvement; and
- Is governed by a volunteer board of directors made up of business and community leaders.
Beliefs:
We believe in our children: • Every child can learn • Every child should have equal access to learn, grow, and become successful adults • All children possess exceptional talent to reach their dreams • Each child deserves an abundance of exceptional educational experiences
We believe in our district: • In a district where each and every student is a prepared, confident leader who is comfortable in any culture and knows he/she will succeed given any situation • Everyone has a voice and is a participant • That in all actions everyone will be treated with respect and dignity • In a district that supports and rewards staff who provide exceptional educational experiences • GISD students are better prepared for the real world because of our diversity and their experiences in our community and schools • All children and staff deserve their schools to be a safe and effective place to learn, work, play, and heal • GISD can be one of the premier school districts in the nation
We believe in our community: • Galveston cares about its children • Galveston strongly supports quality public education • Galvestonians will invest in teachers and students • Galveston wants students and teachers to have the tools for success
