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TCISD Launches ''Save our School Year'' Campaign
The TCISD Board of Trustees approved a new instructional calendar beginning with virtual instruction on Aug. 24. The plan is for face-to-face instruction to begin on Sept. 14 for those that choose that option. Parents can also opt to continue virtual learning. The Board also agreed that students who continue virtual learning once face-to-face begins, can still participate in extracurricular activities. A COVID Task Force made up of parents, teachers, staff, and administrators will start digging deeper into
Taking Care of Business: Workplace Protection Commitment for Texas City
The Texas City – La Marque Chamber of Commerce and the City of Texas City have partnered along with the County of Galveston Business Task Force to encourage workplace safety awareness. Below, you will find information about this opportunity to let people know that you take every step possible to create a safe environment for your staff, your customers, and clients. By displaying the certificate and poster at your business, others will recognize and have confidence that your business practices safe
Galveston County COVID-19 Business Task Force Announces ''Galveston County Promise'' Campaign
Local businesses have a new way to show patrons they are doing their part to stop the spread GALVESTON, TX – July 17, 2020 – The Galveston County COVID-19 Business Taskforce is working together to develop a countywide plan and pull resources to help their communities not only stay safe but help businesses remain open. The Business Taskforce has a launched a new website that features COVID-19 resources for businesses and answers many of the frequently asked questions. You can find this new website at
TEA Releases School Year 20-21 Public Health Planning Guidance
School Year 20-21 Public Health Planning GuidanceThe Texas Education Agency has announced the health and safety guidelines for reopening schools this fall. We appreciate Governor Abbott and Education Commissioner Mike Morath's leadership and their efforts to seek input from all stakeholders in these challenging times. Click here to read the full report on TEA's website
Governor Abbott Establishes Statewide Face Covering Requirement
Governor Abbott Establishes Statewide Face Covering Requirement, Issues Proclamation To Limit Gatherings July 2, 2020 | Austin, Texas | Press Release Governor Greg Abbott today issued an Executive Order requiring all Texans to wear a face covering over the nose and mouth in public spaces in counties with 20 or more positive COVID-19 cases, with few exceptions. The Governor also issued a proclamation giving mayors and county judges the ability to impose restrictions on some outdoor gatherings of over 10
Galveston County Judge forms COVID-19 Business Taskforce
Galveston County Judge Responds to the Needs of the Business Community GALVESTON, TX – July 6, 2020 – In partnership between the Galveston County Health District and local chambers of commerce, Galveston County Judge Mark Henry has formed a county-wide COVID-19 Business Taskforce to respond to the needs of the business community during the pandemic. The purpose of the taskforce will be to develop and promote resources to assist the business community in remaining open while Galveston County continues
7 Things You Can Do To Support Your Business Community
Here are 7 things you can do right now to support your small-business community:1. Order Takeout or Delivery Your favorite restaurants may have had to shut their doors, but many of them still offer takeout or delivery. Not only does that keep the business going, it also provides income for delivery drivers. Services like Grubhub and DoorDash have sent information to customers and drivers to help ensure safe--and in some cases, contact-less--deliveries.2. Buy Gift Cards Want to inject some cash into a
