In a pioneering move for safety, GISD is installing ballistic and tornado-proof safe pods in every classroom. “We have invested quite a bit of money and we have some of them on campus, but we’re waiting on the rest of them and for the installation,” says Callaway. “We would probably be… the first district in the state to have those safety pods in every classroom.” “We’re blue collar conservative,” Callaway adds,“but we want to be progressive in the things that we do our students a disservice if we don’t introduce it and discuss it, and again, put guidelines and parameters on it the best we can.” Strategic capital investments, funded by a generous community bond, further this mission.The district has recently built a new ag facility and athletic facility, and is currently constructing a performing arts center, demonstrating a commitment to nurturing every student’s talent. 7 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 09 GRUVER INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
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