Registration is Now Open for the 2026–2027 School Year
All students planning to attend Gunter ISD schools must complete registration.
Current Returning Students
Parents/guardians should log in to the Parent Portal to complete registration.
New Students
Parents/guardians will need to create an account in the Parent Portal to begin the registration process.
Transfer Students
If you are new to the district and applying as a transfer student, please wait until your transfer has been approved before registering.
Detailed registration instructions are available here:
https://www.gunterisd.org/page/registration
Important Deadline:
Please complete all registrations before May 21.
If you have any questions, please reach out to your campus registrars:
GES – Valerie Layton – vlayton@gunterisd.org
GMS – Melanie Putnicki – mputnicki@gunterisd.org
GHS – Missy Crutchfield – mcrutchfield@gunterisd.org
Thanks for taking care of this so we can have a smooth start to the school year!

On Monday, May 4, we proudly recognize the incredible team who keeps our students nourished and ready to learn each day. Their hard work, dedication, and care make a difference in every cafeteria across Gunter ISD.
District Director
• Lauren Rogers
High School
• Gladis Puebla, Manager
• Brittney Small
• Marysela Perez
Middle School
• Lisa Watson, Manager
• Haley Arnold
• Hannah Arnold
Elementary School
• Lindsey Wier, Manager
• Michelle Clemens
• Cariana Haker
• Kat Clemens
From early mornings to busy lunch lines, your commitment does not go unnoticed. You are truly appreciated for all you do to support our students and staff every single day!

Attention ALL CURRENT 5th and 6th grade students don't miss this great opportunity! The Gunter Band will be having a Band Instrument Selection Day on May 2, 2026! ALL 5th and 6th grade students are invited to attend!
During this time, students will have the opportunity to try out different instruments and receive guidance from our team. The process should take about 20-30 minutes.
Please be sure to sign up for a time slot using the link below:
Gunter ISD Instrument Trial Sign Up Genius
Also Checkout this video explaining instrument options!
Instrument Options YouTube Video
Special note about instrument Selection Day: We will do our best to keep things moving smoothly and on time, but delays can occur due to the number of students we will see that day. We appreciate your patience and understanding!
An adult must attend this meeting with the student, and all students taking band next year must meet with a Band Director to be placed on an instrument. If you have an unavoidable conflict with this date, please email ntalbot@gunterisd.org.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out. We’re looking forward to meeting you and making music together!
Sincerely your Directors,
Mr. Harris: Bio (https://connselmer.com/artists/travis-harris)
Mr. Talbot Bio,
Mr. Talbot is the Assistant Band Director at Gunter ISD, where he works with the middle school and high school band program. Originally from the North Texas area, he is committed to fostering a strong musical foundation and a lifelong appreciation for music in his students. Mr. Talbot holds both a Master of Music Education and a Bachelor of Music Education, having studied at the University of Maine and the University of North Texas.

Today we celebrate the incredible ladies who keep Gunter ISD running smoothly all year long. Your dedication, organization, and hard work do not go unnoticed.
Thank you for everything you do to support our students, staff, and community. We appreciate you more than words can say!

Thank you to the incredible individuals who keep our district running smoothly by safely transporting our students each day, whether it’s to and from school, special events, field trips, or long playoff trips. Your dependability and dedication do not go unnoticed.
Gunter ISD is proud to have you as part of our team and deeply grateful for the care and commitment you show our students every day.

Gunter MS/HS Theatre Presents Annie Jr.
Leapin’ Lizards! Gunter ISD Theatre (grades 6–12) presents Annie Jr. on May 8, 9, 15, and 16 at the Gunter HS Commons.
Set in 1930s New York City, the show follows optimistic orphan Annie as she searches for her parents and finds a new family with Oliver Warbucks, Grace Farrell, and her dog Sandy.
Don’t miss this classic, feel-good musical. Get your tickets here:
https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/gunterisd/entity/schools/2
*Run time is about 1 hour.

GMS STAAR Testing Dates:
4/7- 8th RLA
4/8-7th RLA
4/9-6th RLA
4/15-8th Science
4/16-8th US History
4/22- 7th Math
4/23-6th Math
4/27-8th Math & Algebra
Important Reminders:
No phones or personal electronic devices are allowed during testing.
Bring fully charged Chromebooks (and chargers).
If you have any questions or need additional information, please don’t hesitate to contact Jessica Hogan at jhogan@gunterisd.org.
Thank you for your continued support in helping your student succeed.

Gunter ISD Cafeteria Reminder
As we approach the end of the school year, this is a friendly reminder to please take care of any outstanding cafeteria charges.
Beginning May 1, 2026, we will no longer be able to allow new charges of any kind. We kindly ask that all student accounts be paid in full before this date.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please feel free to reach out to Lauren Rogers, Child Nutrition Director, at lrogers@gunterisd.org.
Thank you so much for your attention and support!

STAAR End-of-Course (EOC) Exams
Testing Dates:
English I & English II – April 9
U.S. History – April 15
Biology – April 20
Algebra I – April 27
Important Reminders:
No phones or personal electronic devices are allowed during testing.
Bring fully charged Chromebooks (and chargers).
Calculators (if you do not have one, there is one built into the test):
Graphing calculators are allowed for Algebra I.
A four-function, scientific, or graphing calculator is allowed for Biology.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please don’t hesitate to contact Many Biros or Katy Johnson.
Thank you for your continued support in helping your student succeed.

Join us for an exciting afternoon of performances at the Tigerettes Spring Show: Creating Legacy!
Come support the Tigerettes as they take the stage to highlight routines from their season, along with special performances you won’t want to miss. The event will also include awards, recognitions, and light refreshments for guests to enjoy.
Date: April 26, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM
Location: GES Elementary
Tickets: https://buy.stripe.com/cNi9AS0uF8KzamjcL1g3601
Tigerette families receive two complimentary tickets. Additional tickets are available for $8 each, and extra contributions are always appreciated.
We look forward to celebrating with you!

Happy (belated) School Librarian Appreciation Day to our amazing Gunter ISD librarians!
Thank you to Erin Genthner at the elementary, Holly Hoel at the middle school, and Beverly Millar at the high school for everything you do to support our students and staff. From fostering a love of reading to helping students research, explore, and grow, your impact reaches far beyond the library walls.
Gunter ISD is so lucky to have each of you—thank you for your dedication, creativity, and care every single day!

Gunter ISD proudly recognizes National Assistant Principals Week, April 6–10, 2026. This week is dedicated to celebrating the vital role assistant principals play in supporting student success and strengthening our school communities.
Assistant principals are instrumental in fostering a positive campus culture, supporting teachers, engaging with families, and ensuring daily operations run smoothly. Their leadership, dedication, and commitment make a lasting impact on our students and staff.
We extend our sincere appreciation to Susanne Brackeen (Gunter Elementary School) and Lance Lemberg (Gunter High School) for their outstanding service to Gunter ISD. Their hard work and leadership are truly valued and appreciated.
Please join us in thanking our assistant principals for all they do to support our schools each and every day.

Classes will resume on Tuesday, April 7. We look forward to seeing everyone back refreshed and ready to finish the semester strong!



2026-2027 Pre K / Kindergarten Roundup
Click here for all the information: https://aptg.co/Prz61G
WHEN: Wednesday, March 11th
WHERE: Gunter Elementary School Cafeteria
TIME: 4:00pm – 6:00pm (come and go)
Items needed to enroll:
•Birth certificate
*Social Security Card
*Shot Record
*Parent / Guardian photo ID
*Proof of residency (utility bill)
*Qualifying Documents (PRE-K ONLY)

Update regarding Winter Storm Days & Make-up Schedule
Gunter ISD Family,
Because we missed four days of school due to the winter storm, we needed a plan to make up that time.
The good news is that we only need to make up one day. Our School Board has submitted a waiver to the state for the other days, and we are waiting on approval.
Monday, March 23 will now be a regular school day for all students.
Thank you for your flexibility and continued support of Gunter ISD.
Sincerely,
Dr. Enos

We are pleased to announce the members of our School Board who will begin serving in the 2026–2027 school year.
After 21 years of selfless and dedicated service, Gary Harris will be stepping down from the Board. We are deeply grateful for his commitment, leadership, and the many contributions he has made to our district over the years. Please join us in thanking him for his extraordinary service.
The following candidates were unopposed and will begin serving our district in the upcoming school year:
Place 5: Robert Hough
Place 6: Kristie Nelson
Place 7: Jim Scano
Because these candidates were unopposed, there will not be a school board election this year.
We look forward to the continued leadership and service of our incoming board members as they support the success of our students, staff, and community.

Three projects, three blue ribbons and two projects placed!
There were a total of 880 entries in this competition!
Braden Hilton received a blue ribbon to advance in the competition with a Fireproof Welding Bottle Storage Cabinet.
Brody Bracewell and Stone Rummage came away with a blue ribbon to advance and placed third in their class with their Spray Rig and won some additional prizes.
Maci Verden and Ava McComb also grabbed a blue ribbon to advance and won first in their class with a 16 Foot Bumper Pull Trailer and some additional prizes as well.
The students “show the project” from 8am - 5pm, talking to people all day as they come by to view their work. Additionally a set of 3-5 judges come through and grill them on their project. Asking questions such as, “Why did you do it this way?”, “What metal is used?”, “Who is this project for?”, etc. Questions are both broad and down to the very technical things. The students have to know their project inside and out.
These projects are not only designed and fabricated from scratch, they are also designed in a CAD software program from scratch. The amount of learning and real world lessons being taught in our Ag Shop would amaze anyone. None of this would have been possible without our ag teacher Dylan Ashlock. These students put in many hours up at the shop getting these projects ready and Mr. Ashlock has been right there every time impacting the kids and this program. We couldn’t be more thankful for the hard work the students and teachers put in to make this happen.

Our regional qualifiers traveled to Dallas this past weekend to compete for a spot at the State Tournament — and seniors Karlee Beavers and Jackson Hayworth were tough competitors as they represented Gunter.
Karlee finished Top 8 in the region—wrestling 4 Top 20 wrestlers in Class 5A in one day! She also medaled in every tournament she wrestled this year. Congratulations on a fantastic 4 year wrestling career as a Gunter Tiger Karlee!
Jackson is not down for the count! He wrestled his way into the #1 spot on the podium and will be moving on to STATE and competing on February 13th and 14th in Cypress! Not only did he punch his ticket to State, but he also made history by becoming our program’s first-ever Regional Champion! We couldn’t be more proud of his hard work and determination.


