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Activities & Clubs

Extracurricular activities/clubs to foster student interests and strengths

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Fine Arts Curriculum

Experiences in dance, theater, music, and art

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Integration of the Fine Arts

Stimulate artistic expression and therefore facilitate the academic achievement of all students

Fine Arts

For every student and interest

Students can focus their talents in one of our innovative and award-winning fine arts programs where they can express themselves through the arts.

Pre-K

Free and tuition-based

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

Dual Language

Bilingual. Biliterate. Bicultural.

GPISD bilingual programs improve student’s problem-solving skills, and opens doors to diverse cultures and career opportunities.

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

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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New recipients of the Teacher Incentive Allotment

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

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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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Dr. Trujillo named Man of the Year by the Chamber of Commerce

Congratulations to Dr. Trujillo for being named the 2025 Man of the Year at this year’s Best in Business Awards event hosted by the Grand Prairie Chamber of Commerce. Dr. Trujillo, we are honored to work with you as we guide students to achieve success, and thank you for leading by example to show that GPISD is All in for All Kids.

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