Ethnicity Data Collection
Survey Timeline
- Monday, August 24th - Surveys sent home
- Friday, September 4th - Deadline for surveys to be returned to campus
Beginning the 2009 - 2010 school year, the U.S. Dept. of Education (USDE) is altering the process that requires educational institutions to gather information on ethnicity and race for all students and staff. This data is used for state and federal accountability.
The new format identifies individuals by two categories – ethnicity and race. A selection must be made in both categories. If a category is left unmarked or the form is not completed, the USDE requires Garland ISD to identify the student’s ethnic and racial makeup and submit the document on their behalf.
More importantly, regulations do not allow the documents to be changed or modified once submitted. Therefore, extreme care must be taken when making selections.
An information packet regarding this data collection will be sent home with all enrolled students during the first week of school.
A sample survey is provided here for your review:
Sample Survey (Muestra Cuestionario)
This one-time selection process must be completed no later than Friday, September 4th.
For more information contact GISD Student Services at (972) 494-8253.