The Goose Call

Calling all high school students! We are proud to offer dual credit in Goose Creek CISD. Dual Credit is a system in which an eligible high school student enrolls in college courses and receives credit for the courses from both the college and high school. Tune in to hear from Dr. Marissa Moreno, Executive Director of School and College Partnerships at Lee College, and Anna Espinoza, Coordinator of...

Happy Red Ribbon Week! Goose Creek Schools are celebrating Red Ribbon Week (October 25th-29th). Red Ribbon Week is designed to bring awareness to the importance of staying drug-free.  We welcome Dr. Precious Reimonenq, Director of Social Emotional Learning and Student Wellness, and Priscila Garza, Healthy Schools Special Projects Coordinator, to discuss the harmful effects of vaping and e-cigarett...

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! National Hispanic Heritage Month is a period from September 15th to October 15th in the United States for recognizing the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States.  We welcome Betty Baca, principal at Harlem Elementary, and Evelyn Mexas, lead counselor at Goose Creek Memorial, to discuss how GCCI...

This Is Where Giants Are Made, a song composed for our district, was performed by fourth and fifth-grade choir students under the director of elementary choir directors.  To view the video visit www.herewegrowgiants.com. 

Welcome back to the 2021-2022 school year! Listen to this quick message on your way to school from Dr. O'Brien, our Superintendent of Goose Creek CISD.    The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David and produced by Carrie Pryor-Newman.    Thank you, Community Resource Credit Union, for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call. 

Now introducing our new PR Squad, a student group that works to curate creative content that shows off our student programs and successes! Join us for a quick chat with Ayanna Thorton, Crystal Smith, and Gabriel Brock!   The Goose Call is narrated by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David and produced by Carrie Pryor-Newman.    Thank you Community Resource Credit Union for sponsoring this episode!  

Join us on this episode of The Goose Call as we learn more about the Goose Creek CISD Police Department. Chief Davis talks about our top priority: keeping our students and staff safe! Thank you Community Resource Credit Union for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call.  The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David and produced by Carrie Pryor-Newman. 

Although COVID-19 has changed much about education, the silver lining is the opening of the Virtual Learning Academy! Listen in as we talk and address the unknowns with Alicia Brooks, principal of the Virtual Learning Academy.  Thank you to Community Resource Credit Union for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call! The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David and produced by C...

On this episode of The Goose Call, we discuss the importance of enrolling your student in prekindergarten and exciting news on the new Early Learning Academy! Get your questions answered by Susan Jackson, Deputy Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction, and Araceli Delacruz, Director of Student Services.    The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David and produced by Carrie P...

Excitement is in the air as the Goose Creek Memorial Patriots continue the playoff battle in the regional semi-final playoffs against Katy Paetow. In this episode, we speak with Coach Haymon about his team and the journey thus far. Thank you to Community Resource Credit Union for sponsoring this episode of The Goose Call. The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David and produced...

On this episode of The Goose Call, we celebrate Black History Month. We are honored to collaborate with Dr. Regina Patrick Sims (principal at Bowie Elementary), Diztorsha Lavan (teacher at Goose Creek Memorial High School), and Roger Joseph (senior student at Goose Creek Memorial High School).  The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David and produced by Carrie Pryor Newman. 

On this episode of The Goose Call, we discuss district rezoning and the status of our new junior school, E. F. Green. We welcome Dr. McCall, Deputy Superintendent of Administrative Services, to provide an update on the building and get to know Mr. Brooks, the new principal of E. F. Green Junior School.  The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David and produced by Carrie Pryor New...

Happy College Week! On this episode of the Goose Call we discuss great college readiness tips from AVID coordinator, Misty Dolgner and College and Career Counselor, Kim Mitchell. We also chat with two former Goose Creek students, Victoria and MiUnique, and current senior, Avil.    The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David and produced by Carrie Pryor-Newman. 

On this episode of The Goose Call, we chat with head football coach and athletic director at Sterling, Robert Toomer, and head volleyball coach, Candace Southall. Tune in to learn about the season and standout players!   The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David and produced by Carrie Pryor-Newman. 

On this episode of The Goose Call, we chat with the head football coach and athletic coordinator at Lee High School, Timothy Finn, and head volleyball coach, Mary Grosjean. Tune in to learn about the season and standout players!   The Goose Call is hosted by Matt Bolinger and Kendall David and produced by Carrie Pryor-Newman. 

On this episode of The Goose Call, we chat with the head football coach and athletic coordinator at GCM, Shannon Carter, and new head volleyball coach, Michael Williams. Tune in to learn about the season and standout players!   The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David and produced by Carrie Pryor-Newman. 

On this episode of The Goose Call, we chat with the Mayor of Baytown, Brandon Capetillo, about the City of Baytown's growth and development. We also talk with our Deputy Superintendent of Administrative Services, Dr. Demetrius McCall, on facility updates in Goose Creek CISD.  The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David and produced by Carrie Pryor-Newman. 

On this episode of The Goose Call, we chat with Christi Leath, our Director of Advanced Academics and Special Projects for Goose Creek CISD. We discuss the COVID task force, response levels, self-health assessment, classroom configurations, and visitor protocols.  The Goose Call is hosted by Matthew Bolinger and Kendall David and produced by Carrie Pryor-Newman. 

Thank you for listening to part 3 of our 3 part series about the return to school in the fall and COVID-19. On this episode, we interview members of our community about their views on return to school. This episode includes Dr. Marissa Moreno--GCCISD parent, Shelia Circello--GCCISD teacher, Evan Kerr--GCCISD senior student, and Victoria Boodell--GCCISD 8th grade student.  The Goose Call is hosted...

Thank you for listening to part 2 of our 3 part series about the return to school in the fall and COVID-19. On this episode, we interview key people who have insight on our safe return to school plan. Part 2 of this 3 part series includes Stephanie Myers-district benefits coordinator, Rick Walterscheid-director of transportation, and Patricia Pena-health services coordinator.  The Goose Call is ho...

Today’s topic is on the hearts and minds of many, the return to school in the fall and COVID-19. On this episode, we interview key people who have insight on our safe return to school plan. Part 1 of this 3 part series includes Dr. Randal O’Brien-our Superintendent of Schools, Karen Thomas-Area Executive Director, and Steve Koester-Director of Educational Technology.  The Goose Call is narrated by...