About GMS

Grapevine Middle School

301 Pony Parkway
Grapevine, TX 76051

P: (817) 251-5660
F: (817) 424-1626

E: gms.info@gcisd.net

Quick Facts

Year Opened: 1969 (current building opened in 2001)
Grades: 6th - 8th
Enrollment: 615
Mascot: Ponies
Principal: Mandy Alexander

Hours

First Bell: 8:10 a.m.
School Ends: 3:30 p.m.

Personalized Programs

AVID - Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) is a 6th through 12th-grade elective course and school-wide support system designed to prepare students for college success.

Dual Language - The dual language program focuses on the students’ ability to speak, read and write in Spanish and English. It emphasizes challenging standards in the core content areas while enriching students’ development in both their first and second languages.

STEM - STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) is a curricular program that integrates the concept of STEM across core content areas and electives where appropriate. Our program has a strong emphasis on engineering and design thinking.

Accountability

Most recently received the state's accountability rating of "B". For more information, view Ratings and Reports. (Current GMS report card).

Mission Statement

We promote good citizenship and prepare, motivate and encourage each student to reach his or her full potential.

Our Vision

Honor Our Legacy. Equip for the Future. Achieve Excellence.

Priorities

  • Student Achievement and Post Secondary Preparedness

    • Academic Growth and Development

    • College and/or Career and/or Military Readiness

    • Safety and Well-Being

    • Student Involvement

  • Faculty and Staff Recruitment, Retention and Capacity-Building

    • Recruitment

    • Employee Retention and Employee Satisfaction

  • Parents, Families and Community Satisfaction and Engagement

    • Parents and Families Satisfaction and Engagement

    • Community Engagement and Partnerships

    • Corporate and Business Based Partnerships

  • Strong Financial Stewardship and Internal System Efficiency

    • Transparent Financial Stewardship

    • Effective and Efficient District Operations

    • Long Range Facility Management Plan

AT GMS, WE ARE #PONYPROUD!!