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GCISD 2024-2025 Budget Breakdown
Our current focus is on fiscal responsibility while ensuring every dollar directly impacts the classroom experience and student success. We are identifying efficiencies to redirect administrative costs toward frontline educational tools.
Competitive Teacher Raises & Retention Plans
Recruiting and retaining the best talent is a top priority. My proposal includes a multi-year compensation adjustment plan to keep GCISD competitive with neighboring districts, paired with improved classroom support systems.
Enhanced Campus Safety Protocols
We are implementing advanced security measures including updated access control systems and increased SRO presence. Safety is non-negotiable and we are working closely with local law enforcement.
Curriculum Standards & Accountability
Our goal is academic excellence. We are strengthening our core curriculum with an emphasis on measurable outcomes and ensuring parents have full transparency into the materials being used in our classrooms.