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  • A young child is intently focused on creating art using a frame and various materials on a table.
    Combining Curriculum

    We combine traditional, Dual language, and Montessori instruction

  • A group of people wearing various costumes and accessories, including hats, sunglasses, and bandanas, posing together in what appears to be a classroom or similar indoor setting.
  • A young girl with a bright smile, wearing a teal shirt and patterned pants, sitting in a classroom setting with colorful decorations in the background.
  • A young boy is intently focused on playing chess, with a wooden chessboard and pieces visible in the foreground, and a wooden wall with decorative elements in the background.
  • A young child is sitting on the floor, painting a colorful abstract artwork on a canvas using various paints and brushes.
  • The image shows several people performing dance moves in front of a large, colorful, and animated projection screen displaying a whimsical, fantastical scene.
  • Two young children, a girl and a boy, are sitting on the floor in a classroom setting, playing with colorful educational toys and smiling happily.
    Engaged Students

    Students advocate for one another in all instructional settings

Montessori Curriculum

Using both the right and left sides of the brain

Where children learn in an environment with high expectations to develop critical thinking and problem solving

Pre-K

For ages 3 and 4

Pre-K increases readiness for kindergarten and builds the foundation for future success.

Dual Language

Bilingual. Biliterate. Bicultural.

Our Dual language curriculum fosters the development of biliteracy.

Fine Arts

For every student and interest

Students can focus their talents in one of our many innovative fine arts programs.

STEM

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math

At every grade level, students are provided an education that excites, engages, and enriches through hands-on, real-world learning.

School Stories & Highlights

  • 2026-2027 Compensation Package

    In a special called meeting, the GPISD Board of Trustees approved the district’s 2026-2027 compensation package.

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    Back to School for 2026-2027

    Visit this page for all of your back to school needs!

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  • New recipients of the Teacher Incentive Allotment

    This year, across 30 campuses, 153 teachers earned a TIA distinction.

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  • Grand Prairie Collegiate Institute: NEXT Virtual School

    Grand Prairie ISD is excited to launch Grand Prairie Collegiate Institute: NEXT in Fall 2026, our new and innovative virtual and hybrid instructional program. NEXT will serve students in grades 6–12 and is designed for families seeking flexible learning options.

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  • East Texas A&M University Satellite Campus

    Grand Prairie ISD is proud to announce a transformative partnership with East Texas A&M University to bring a satellite university campus directly to our community.

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    Apply Now for Pre-K

    Pre-K applications for the 2025-2026 school year are now open! Your child's future starts today in GPISD Pre-K.

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