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Thirty-two Godley High School seniors earned a well-deserved treat during the first “Apply for Pie” celebration on December 13, 2024.

Godley ISD pre-kindergarten students were surprised by Christmas stories and new books to take home on December 13, 2024.

The Godley FFA public relations team competed at the state Leadership Development Events competition on December 6, 2024, at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville.

R.B. Godley Elementary School fifth grader Eli Marski recently shared with his classmates about his experience as a kidney transplant recipient.

Godley High School senior Byron McClure announced plans to continue playing baseball in college during a signing ceremony on December 12, 2024.

Godley ISD school board trustees extended the contract of Superintendent Dr. Rich Dear during a special meeting on December 9, 2024, at Godley High School.

Six members of the Godley Wildcat football team were honored with selection to the 2024-25 Academic All-State football squads by the Texas High School Coaches Association. 

Godley High School swimmer Ryan McFarland was first in the Boys 100 Yard Freestyle at the 4A TISCA North Texas swimming competition at the Grapevine-Colleyville ISD Swim Center on December 6-7, 2024.

Six Godley High School students were selected for all-region band ensembles during auditions on December 7, 2024, at Irma Marsh Middle School in River Oaks.

Godley ISD students were in the spotlight at the Godley Chamber of Commerce luncheon on December 5, 2024, at the Godley High School Arena.

Godley High School seniors Samantha Andersen and Sierra Beratto announced plans to continue playing softball in college during a signing ceremony on December 6, 2024.

Eleven Godley Ladycats received District 12-4A honors following the 2024 season, which saw the Godley High School girls advance to the regional semifinal after sweeping all district foes throughout the regular season.

Twenty-one Godley High School football players received District 4-4A honors following the 2024 season.

Rus Mayes, head coach of the Godley Ladycat softball team, was among honorees at Tarleton State University’s Legends Game on November 16, 2024, at Tarleton Memorial Stadium in Stephenville.

Godley Ladycats won the Hamilton Hoopfest basketball tournament on November 21-23, 2024, at Hamilton High School.

The Godley FFA public relations team qualified for state at the Area VIII Leadership Development Events competition on November 22, 2024, at Hillsboro High School.

Godley ISD school board trustees held a regular monthly meeting on November 18, 2024, at Godley High School.

Godley High School entrepreneurship students toured the BSN Sports facility in Grand Prairie on November 18, 2024.

Godley Wildcats faced off against Brock in the Class 4A Division II bi-district football playoffs on November 15, 2024, at the Burleson ISD Stadium.

Godley High School’s Wildcat Dramatics thrilled audiences with the fall play “Suite Surrender” on November 18-19, 2024, in the Godley Middle School theater arts room.

Godley ISD students were using their best “surgical” skills to tackle reading and math problems during the week of November 18, 2024

Godley High School was in the spotlight at the Godley ISD school board meeting on November 18, 2024, at GHS.

It was a zoo at R.B. Godley Elementary School on November 19, 2024, as first graders enjoyed an on-campus field trip.

Godley FFA members shined at the Chisholm Trail District’s Leadership Development Events competition on November 13, 2024, at Cleburne High School.

Godley Ladycats faced off against Pleasant Grove in the Class 4A Division II regional semifinal volleyball playoffs on November 12, 2024, at Sulphur Springs High School.

Godley Middle School students honored Veterans Day with a special assembly on November 11, 2024.

Godley High School cheerleaders placed at the NCA North Texas Regional competition on November 10, 2024, at Rockwall Heath High School.  The squad also earned a national bid to kickoff their competition season.

Two Godley High School debate students are advancing to state competition after placing at the UIL Congress regional competition on November 11, 2024, at the Region 11 Education Service Center in White Settlement.

Godley Wildcats finished the regular season advancing to the Class 4A Division II football postseason with a 23-0 victory over the Hillsboro Eagles on November 7, 2024.

Godley Ladycats overcame the Van Alstyne Lady Panthers for an area victory in the Class 4A Division II volleyball playoffs on November 7, 2024, at Ranchview High School in Irving.

Godley High School celebrated Tarleton Day on November 6, 2024, with 27 students accepted to the state university as part of the school’s partnership program.

LINKS Academy honored two students who completed all coursework as well as all state requirements to earn their high school diplomas on November 6, 2024.

Godley Ladycats came home victorious from a Class 4A bi-district volleyball playoff win over Dallas Pinkston on November 5, 2024, at Arlington Bowie High School.

Tanner Barsch, a fifth grader at R.B. Godley Elementary School, won the 206 Cadet 2024 Championship with Texas Spring Racing Series.

The Godley Wildcat Band competed at the UIL area marching contest on November 2, 2024, at C.H. Collin Athletic Complex in Denton.

Science labs for both seventh and eighth grade classes were in full steam at Godley Middle School during the week of October 28, 2024.

The Godley Ladycats completed a full sweep of District 12-4A volleyball play with a victory over Waxahachie Life on October 29, 2024.

Pleasant View Elementary School students celebrated their reading club progress on October 18, 2024.

“Was it Professor Plum or Miss Scarlet?” was among the questions posed to Godley 6th Grade Campus students during a week-long activity based on the Clue mystery board game.  Students considered clues and hints during the week of October 21, 2024.

Godley High School students got time for face-to-face discussions with dozens of college and business representatives at the annual College and Career Fair on October 24, 2024.

Godley ISD school board trustees honored campus principals during National Principals Month on October 21, 2024.

Media Team students at Godley High School were honored by Godley ISD school board trustees on October 21, 2024.

Godley ISD school board trustees approved a bond refinancing that provides savings for local taxpayers during the regular monthly meeting on October 21, 2024, at Godley High School.

The Godley Wildcat Band earned a Division I superior rating at the UIL region marching contest on October 19, 2024, at Springtown High School's Porcupine Stadium.

The Godley Ladycats are sweeping through District 12-4A volleyball during the 2024 season.

Godley High School announced the 2024 Homecoming Court on October 17, 2024.

Godley ISD has earned Transparency Stars recognition from the state comptroller for excellence in traditional finances, debt obligations, and open government and compliance. 

Forty-nine Godley FFA students at Godley High School and Godley Middle School received Greenhand degrees during the chapter meeting on October 15, 2024, at GHS.

Godley ISD gifted and talented students in grades 1-6 thrived through exploration and challenges at Camp El Tesoro on October 11-13, 2024.

Godley High School varsity girls and boys teams are advancing to regionals from the District 12-4A meet on October 7, 2024, at Wallace Park in Hillsboro.

“Starbooks” opened a new location at Pleasant View Elementary School on October 3, 2024.

Eli Marski and Emilee Marski, fifth-grade twins attending R.B. Godley Elementary School, were on the runway for a charity fashion show on September 24, 2024, at Brook Hollow Golf Club in Dallas.

Godley ISD fifth graders engaged in a balloon rocket hands-on activity during science labs on October 2, 2024.

October 2024 is designated as National Principals Month in honor of the work of campus administrators across the state and nation. 

Twenty high school marching bands converged on Wildcat Stadium and The WILD on September 28, 2024, for the return of the Wildcat Marching Festival hosted by the Pride of Godley and the Godley Band Boosters.

Godley High School students are kicking off their senior projects for the 2024-25 school year.

Godley ISD Superintendent Dr. Rich Dear convened student advisory committees at both Godley High School and Godley Middle School in September 2024.

Godley Middle School seventh graders were up out of their seats learning about mathematical proportions on September 25, 2024.

Godley ISD elementary students enjoyed learning fun activities centered around the story of Johnny Appleseed during the week of September 23, 2024.

Godley Ladycats won first place at the Granbury JV Golf Tournament on September 25, 2024, at Nutcracker Golf Club in Pecan Plantation.

Legacy Elementary School fourth and fifth graders are among Godley ISD students diving into science labs.

LINKS Academy honored the first five students who completed all coursework as well as all state requirements to earn their high school diplomas on September 25, 2024.

Four Godley High School Jazz Band students qualified for all-region ensembles during auditions on September 17, 2024, at Lake Worth High School.

Godley ISD school board trustees heard a demographic and growth update as well as an accountability report during the regular monthly meeting on September 23, 2024, at Godley High School.

Godley High School Ladycats captured the varsity girls title at the Waxahachie Life Mustang Stampede on September 19, 2024, at Waxahachie Sports Complex.

Danny Dudgeon, boys athletic director and head football coach for Godley ISD, addressed the Godley Chamber of Commerce luncheon on September 19, 2024, at Godley Western Fellowship.

Godley High School students had the opportunity to attend the National Utility Contractors Association’s North Texas Live Trench Training on September 13, 2024, at Horton Truck & Equipment.

Godley High School education practicum students heard from Godley ISD school board president Craig Stevenson during class on September 6, 2024.

Students in Godley ISD schools marked Constitution Day and Celebrate Freedom Week to honor the nation’s governing document during activities on September 17, 2024.

Godley High School varsity and junior varsity boys snagged first-place trophies again with wins at the Glen Rose High School cross country invitational on September 11, 2024, at Squaw Valley Golf Course.

Godley Middle School eighth grade boys won first place at the Glen Rose cross country invitational on September 11, 2024, at Squaw Valley Golf Course.

Godley High School students built mousetrap cars in scientific research and design classes led by Adrian Gonzalez. Students tested their engineering skills during demonstrations on September 12, 2024.

Godley High School varsity and junior varsity boys captured first-place trophies at Zephyr High School’s cross country invitational on September 4, 2024.

Godley High School students are engaging in high-level discussions using the Socratic method in advanced world history classes led by Coach James Jeanes.

Godley Middle School eighth graders toured health science classrooms at Godley High School to learn more about the career and technical education program at The WILD, the new four-story CTE center housing numerous programs with over 40 classrooms, learning spaces and student-led enterprises.

Godley Middle School seventh graders were building “brain hats” in science classes on September 4, 2024.

A “reading buddy” program kicked off at Legacy Elementary School on August 30, 2024, with fifth graders partnering up with younger students in kindergarten and first grade.

Godley High School iLead students are gaining real-world experience in information technology, a career and technical education program at The WILD, the new four-story CTE center housing numerous programs with over 40 classrooms, learning spaces and student-led enterprises.

“Houses” are continuing as part of the campus culture at R.B. Godley Elementary School for a second year with the program starting on August 16, 2024.

Godley Wildcat Football players and families placed a strong emphasis on academics during the first Star Party on August 28, 2024, at Godley High School.

Godley ISD school board trustees adopted the 2024-25 budget and tax rate at the monthly meeting on August 26, 2024, at Godley High School.

Godley High School students led the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new high school arena prior to the Ladycat volleyball team’s home opener on August 20, 2024.

Two R.B. Godley Elementary School second graders competed in the DFW Youth World Baseball Classic on August 10-12, 2024, in Waxahachie and Red Oak.

Godley ISD school board trustees held a workshop on the 2024-25 budget on August 12, 2024, at Godley High School.

Teachers of the Year from Godley ISD were among Fort Worth-area educators honored at a special awards banquet hosted by the Region 11 Education Service Center on August 6, 2024, at the Bowden Events Center in Keller.

Godley ISD school board trustees heard preliminary information on the 2024-25 budget at the monthly meeting on July 29, 2024, at Godley High School.

Godley ISD honored a child nutrition employee and a maintenance employee through the Safe Employee Recognition Campaign for the 2023-24 school year.

Godley FFA member Klara Pinkerton was honored as a state finalist during competitions at the 96th Annual Texas FFA State Convention on July 8-12, 2024, in Houston.

Godley Ladycat softball players Saniya Hill and Cadence Chambliess earned All-State accolades from the Texas Sports Writers Association for the 2024 season.

Vicki Rhoades and Evan Johnson are joining Godley ISD as assistant principals beginning in the 2024-25 school year.  The school district made the announcement on July 15, 2024.

Godley ISD school board trustees approved an afterschool partnership with the YMCA at the monthly meeting on June 17, 2024, at Godley High School.

Godley High School returned from Universal Cheerleaders Association summer camp with multiple awards. The camp was held June 4-7, 2024, at Texas A&M University in College Station.

Godley Ladycat softball player Saniya Hill earned All-State accolades from the Texas Girls Coaches Association following the 2024 season.

Several Godley ISD staff members were honored at the school district’s end of year luncheon on May 24, 2024, at Godley High School.

Godley High School held commencement exercises for the Class of 2024 on May 23, 2024, in Wildcat Stadium.

Danny Dudgeon has been named Godley ISD boys athletic director and Wildcat Football head coach, according to an announcement from the school district on May 24, 2024.

Ben Ogle has been named the new head coach for the Godley Wildcat baseball team, according to an announcement from Godley ISD on May 24, 2024.

Jayme Duckett will be the new principal of Godley 6th Grade Campus beginning with the 2024-25 school year. Godley ISD made the announcement on May 23, 2024.

Godley ISD school board trustees swore in newly elected members at the monthly meeting on May 20, 2024, at Godley High School.

Thirteen Godley Wildcats received District 10-4A honors following the 2024 baseball season.

Pleasant View Elementary School was in the spotlight at the Godley ISD school board meeting on May 20, 2024, at Godley High School.

Godley ISD school board trustees recognized several students during its monthly meeting on May 20, 2024, at Godley High School.

Four Godley High School students competed in the state championship hosted by the Texas High School Bass Association on May 18-19, 2024, at Lake Palestine.

Godley ISD schools will release early on Thursday, May 23, 2024, for the last day of the school year.

Godley Wildcats took on Celina in third-round playoff games during the Class 4A baseball regional quarterfinals on May 16-17, 2024.

Godley ISD fifth graders were among area schoolchildren attending a Cleburne Railroaders game during STEM Day on May 14, 2024, at La Moderna Field in Cleburne.

Twenty-four Godley High School students were inducted into the National Honor Society at a ceremony on May 14, 2024.

Godley High School senior Logan Reed announced plans to continue playing basketball at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi during a signing ceremony on May 14, 2024.

Godley High School senior Keaton Eggleston announced plans to continue running track at Southwestern University during a signing ceremony on May 13, 2024.

Godley Wildcats defeated Anna in second-round playoff games to win the area championship on May 11, 2024.

Godley FFA student leaders were highlighted at the area convention on May 10, 2024, at McLennan Community College in Waco.

Graduating seniors in the National Honor Society recognized Godley ISD staff members during the “Circle of Heroes” ceremony on May 8, 2024, at Godley High School.

Staff Sergeant Salvatore A. Giunta, a Medal of Honor recipient, spoke to Godley High School leadership students on May 7, 2024.

Godley ISD principals Tom Frazier and Stephanie Wynne will be leading new campuses beginning in the 2024-25 school year.

Godley High School senior Veronica Duran announced plans to continue running track at Tarleton State University during a signing ceremony on May 7, 2024.

Godley High School junior Gianna Demetres placed second in the 2024 Congressional Art Competition sponsored by U.S. Representative Roger Williams.

Several Godley ISD students were recognized for entries in soil and water conservation contests with awards presented at a banquet on May 6, 2024, at the Cleburne Conference Center. Also honored was a Godley FFA sponsor.

Twelve Godley Ladycats received District 6-4A soccer honors following the 2023-24 season, which saw the Godley High School girls advance to postseason for the third time in the team’s short history.

Godley High School students in the senior project class made presentations to their peers and other classmates on May 1-3, 2024, in the GHS Presentation Room.

Godley Ladycats competed in the Class 4A area softball playoffs against Frisco Panther Creek on May 2-3, 2024, at Richland High School. 

Godley Wildcats bested Fort Worth Diamond Hill-Jarvis in playoff games to win the baseball bi-district championship on May 3, 2024.

Godley High School senior Kade Sundheim competed at the UIL state track and field meet on May 2, 2024, at the Mike A. Myers Track & Soccer Stadium on the campus of the University of Texas at Austin.

It was a zoo at Legacy Elementary School on April 30, 2024.

Godley High School senior Cadence Chambliess announced plans to continue playing softball at Murray State College during a signing ceremony on May 1, 2024.

Ammie Hill, principal of Legacy Elementary School, is bidding farewell as the campus leader at the end of the 2023-24 school year.

Seventh graders at Godley Middle School recently completed community-inspired essays after engaging local businesses.

Godley Wildcats are headed to the 2024 baseball postseason with a bi-district contest versus Fort Worth Diamond Hill-Jarvis scheduled for May 2-4, 2024.

Godley Ladycats defeated Fort Worth Carter-Riverside 21-0 and 16-0 in Class 4A softball bi-district playoffs on April 25-26, 2024.

Coach Curtis Lowery has announced that he is stepping down from the Godley High School football program after accepting the head coaching position in Throckmorton in order to be closer to family.

Godley ISD school board trustees held its regular monthly meeting on April 22, 2024, at Godley High School.

R.B. Godley Elementary School was in the spotlight at the Godley ISD school board meeting on April 22, 2024, at Godley High School.

The Godley Ladycats captured the District 10-4A softball championship with a road win over Venus to wrap up district play on April 19, 2024.  This marks the third district title in a row for the Godley girls.

Godley ISD extended an agreement to continue dual credit course offerings with Hill College during the April 22, 2024, school board meeting.

Godley ISD school board trustees recognized teachers of the year and several student groups during its monthly meeting on April 22, 2024, at Godley High School.

Godley High School senior Kade Sundheim qualified for state competition at the Region II-4A track and field meet on April 19 and 22, 2024, at Herman Clark Stadium in Fort Worth.

Four Godley High School students qualified for state competition hosted by the Texas High School Bass Association following the regional contest on April 20, 2024, at Possum Kingdom Lake.

Godley High School Night of the Arts spotlighted dance, colorguard and percussion students on April 15, 2024, in the Godley Competition Gym.

Godley High School students led ribbon cutting ceremonies for The WILD and a fine arts wing during the week of April 15, 2024.

Godley FFA student leaders were highlighted at the Chisholm Trail District convention on April 17, 2024, at Joshua High School.

Godley ISD extended an agreement to continue the Tarleton Today dual enrollment program at Godley High School during the March 24, 2024, school board meeting.

Godley ISD students will have a holiday on Friday, April 26, 2024, during staff development.

Three Godley Wildcats received District 6-4A soccer honors following the 2023-24 season.

Four Godley High School students were inducted into the National Honor Society for Dance Arts on April 15, 2024, following the GHS Night of the Arts.

Four more Godley FFA judging teams are advancing to state competition from Area VIII contests on April 10, 2024, at Tarleton State University in Stephenville.

Ten Godley High School student athletes in track and field events are advancing to regional competition after excelling at the area meet for Districts 9 and 10 on April 12, 2024, at Herman Clark Stadium in Fort Worth.

Five Godley High School students qualified for regional competition at the District 10-4A UIL academic meet on April 4, 2024, at Alvarado High School.

The second annual Godley ISD Film Festival drew creativity from students in all grade levels with top entries receiving awards on April 11, 2024, at Godley High School.

Eighteen Godley Middle School seventh and eighth graders were inducted into the National Junior Honor Society during an evening ceremony on April 9, 2024.

Spencer Davis is the new chief financial officer in Godley ISD, having joined the school district in February 2024.

The Godley FFA wildlife team kicked off Career Development Events with a strong finish at the area and regional competition on April 9, 2024, in Gatesville.

Six Godley High School students competed in an innovative state contest at the Technology Student Association conference on April 4-6, 2024, at the Fort Worth Convention Center.

Godley High School announced students in the top ten percent for the Class of 2024 on April 9, 2024.

Godley ISD students shared in the incredible phenomenon of a total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024.

Godley Serves volunteers converged on the community on April 6, 2024, to assist with projects at the park, churches, highways, homes, and other organizations.

Eleven Godley High School student athletes in track and field events are advancing to area competition after excelling at the District 10-4A meet on April 3-4, 2024, at Waxahachie Life High School’s Mustang Stadium.

Godley High School varsity tennis team is sending five to regionals after the District 10-4A tournament on April 1-2, 2024, at Alvarado High School.

Godley ISD schools are observing National Assistant Principals Week on April 1-5, 2024. 

Godley High School golfers won first place with both boys and girls teams at the District 10-4A tournament on March 26, 2024, at Mansfield National Golf Club. 

Four Godley High School students are advancing to regional competition after placing at the District 10-4A speech and debate contest on April 1, 2024, at Alvarado High School.

Godley Ladycat basketball players Bree Hubbard and Logan Reed earned All-State honors from the Texas Girls Coaches Association following the 2023-24 season.

Godley ISD school board trustees heard an academic report at the regular monthly meeting on March 24, 2024, at Godley High School.

Godley High School was in the spotlight at the Godley ISD school board meeting on March 25, 2024, at GHS.

Two Godley FFA students received scholarships at the Johnson County Livestock & Agriculture Association membership banquet on March 19, 2024, at the Cleburne Conference Center.

Sixteen Godley High School students were inducted into the National Art Honor Society on March 19, 2024, at the high school.

Godley ISD students and staff will have an extended Easter weekend with a holiday for Good Friday on Friday, March 29, 2024.

Godley ISD school campuses have named Paraprofessionals of the Year for the 2023-24 school year.

Nine Godley Wildcats received District 10-4A honors following the 2023-24 season.

Godley High School senior Kade Sundheim is advancing to state powerlifting competition after placing second at the regional meet on March 9, 2024, at Gatesville High School.

Godley ISD school campuses have named Teachers of the Year for the 2023-24 school year.

Godley High School theater arts students competed in UIL one act play competition with the stage play “A Game” on March 6, 2024, at Alvarado High School.

Godley ISD students and staff will be off of school during Spring Break on March 11-15, 2024.

Godley High School senior Paige Palcic announced plans to continue playing soccer at Southwestern Oklahoma State University during a signing ceremony on March 5, 2024.

R.B. Godley Elementary School ‘houses” focused on integrity as part of the school’s continued effort to build a positive campus culture on March 1, 2024.

Nine Godley Ladycats received District 10-4A honors following the 2023-24 season, which saw the Godley High School girls advance to the area playoffs.

Mark Chauveaux, head coach of the Godley Ladycat basketball team, was honored at the UIL state tournament on March 1, 2024, at the Alamodome in San Antonio.

Godley High School students in the Texas Association of Future Educators chapter excelled in state competition during the 40th Annual Teach Tomorrow Summit on February 28-March 1, 2024, in Round Rock.

Godley ISD school board trustees approved a waiver to the Texas Education Agency allowing Legacy Elementary School student Collyns Hutson to receive remote homebound services during a special meeting on March 1, 2024.

The Godley High School band earned superior ratings and sweepstakes honors at UIL concert and sightreading competition on February 29, 2024, at Glen Rose High School.

Godley High School sophomore Keegan Bohannon is building on his ag mechanics skills to become the youngest knifemaker completing a key milestone with a state guild.

Godley ISD Child Nutrition received a $108,000 grant from the Texas Department of Agriculture to help with supply chain issues, according to an announcement from the school district on February 28, 2024.

Six Godley High School powerlifters qualified for regional competitions to be held in March 2024.

Thirty-four Godley High School students were inducted into the Spanish National Honor Society on February 26, 2024.

Godley High School varsity dance team members won a Platinum Sweepstakes Award at the Danceline USA’s Classic State Championship on February 24, 2024, at Weatherford High School.  

Godley ISD was awarded $513,921 through the Safety and Facilities Enhancement (SAFE) Grant from the Texas Education Agency.

Godley ISD school board trustees held a regular monthly meeting on February 21, 2024, at Godley High School.

Legacy Elementary School was in the spotlight at the Godley ISD school board meeting on February 21, 2024, at Godley High School.

Godley ISD students winning the second annual CTE Poster Contest were honored by school board trustees on February 21, 2024.

Godley ISD school board trustees adopted a resolution proclaiming February as Career and Technical Education Month at the regular monthly meeting on February 21, 2024.

Thirteen Godley High School band students earned honors at the UIL solo and ensemble contest on February 17, 2024, at Aledo High School.

Godley Ladycats faced off against Frisco Panther Creek in the Class 4A area basketball playoffs on February 16, 2024, at the Arlington ISD Athletics Center.

Three Godley ISD students were in a group from Chapelhouse Studios competing at the Junior Theater Festival on February 9-11, 2024, in Sacramento, California.

Six Godley High School students are advancing to an innovative state contest after placing at the Technology Student Association regional conference on February 9, 2024, at La Vega High School in Waco.

Godley High School seniors Ryan Gambino and Kade Sundheim announced plans to continue playing football in college during a signing ceremony on February 9, 2024.

The Godley Ladycats captured a Class 4A bi-district basketball title with a 71-17 victory over Fort Worth Western Hills on February 12, 2024, at Burleson Centennial High School.

Godley High School art student Ying Chou is advancing to state after shining in a High School Visual Arts Scholastic Event (VASE) regional competition on February 10, 2024, at Azle High School.

Noah Artzt, a student at R.B. Godley Elementary School, competed in the Area 24 Spelling Bee on February 9, 2024, at the Cleburne ISD Administration Building.

Godley ISD school board trustees called a bond election for the May 4 ballot during a special meeting on February 7, 2024, at Godley High School.  If approved, the district will build a new elementary school, renovate and expand the Godley Middle School and build a new auditorium.

Godley Middle School was in the spotlight at the Godley ISD school board meeting on February 8, 2024, at Godley High School.

The Godley Ladycats captured the District 10-4A basketball championship with a road win over Ferris to wrap up district play on February 6, 2024.

Godley ISD students will have two school holidays around Presidents Day weekend in February 2024.

Godley ISD will hold K & PK Roundup in April and May 2024 for parents to register their children for kindergarten or pre-kindergarten for the 2024-25 school year.

Godley High School senior Alyssa Jimenez hit a big milestone during the Ladycats’ home basketball victory over Waxahachie Life on February 2, 2024.

"School Counseling: Standards-Based, Student-Focused " is the theme of the National School Counseling Week, which is being celebrated February 5-9, 2024. 

Godley Middle School theater arts students competed in UIL one act play competition with the stage play “A Thousand Cranes” on January 30, 2024.

Ryan McFarland, a sophomore at Godley High School, is advancing to state in two events from the Region II-4A swim meet on February 2-3, 2024, at Frisco ISD Bruce Eubanks Natatorium.

Godley High School senior Baylee Mobley announced plans to continue playing volleyball at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor during a signing ceremony on February 2, 2024.

There was little change for Godley High School when the University Interscholastic League announced new athletic districts on February 1, 2024. 

LINKS Academy honored a group of ten students who completed all coursework as well as all state requirements to earn their high school diplomas on January 31, 2024.

Godley FFA member Nola Briscoe won a Career Development Event at the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo on January 26, 2024.

AJ Garcia and Kori Iglehart, a debate team from Godley High School, qualified for state competition after advancing from a district contest on January 24, 2024, at Alvarado High School.

Godley High School senior Jarret Ilich hit a big milestone during the Wildcats’ home basketball matchup with Kennedale on January 26, 2024.

Principal’s Advisory Council members from Godley 6th Grade Campus volunteered at the Tarrant Area Food Bank in Fort Worth on January 25, 2024.

Noah Artzt, a fourth grader at R.B. Godley Elementary School, won the Godley ISD district spelling bee on January 26, 2024, at Pleasant View Elementary School.

Kristi Mayes, a teacher and coach at Godley High School, was among 15 distinguished recipients of the 2023 UIL Sponsor Excellence Award by the University Interscholastic League on January 26, 2024.

Godley ISD school board trustees reviewed a recommendation from the Long Range Facility Planning Committee during its regular monthly meeting on January 22, 2024, at Godley High School.

Seven Godley High School students performed with all-region band ensembles during a clinic and concert on January 19-20, 2024, at Kennedale High School.

Godley 6th Grade Campus was in the spotlight at the Godley ISD school board meeting on January 22, 2024, at Godley High School.

Twenty-two Godley Middle School students performed with All-Region Band ensembles during a clinic and concert on January 12-13, 2024, at Kennedale High School.

Godley Wildcat football standout Landon Thigpen played in the Blue-Grey All-American Bowl on January 8, 2024, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington.

University of Missouri Softball signee Saniya Hill was named a 2023 USA Softball High Performance Program (HPP) Top Performer. 

Godley ISD students and teachers will not have school in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, January 15, 2024.

A.J. Garcia, a sophomore at Godley High School, will debate in the UIL Congress Contest state competition on January 10-11, 2024, in Austin.

January 2024 is designated as School Board Recognition Month, and Godley ISD is celebrating its trustees for their dedication and commitment to the district and its students. 

Student athletes for Godley High School fall sports were honored with selection to 2023-24 Academic All-State squads by state coaching associations.

The Godley Ladycat basketball head coach and two players hit milestone achievements during the 2023-24 Christmas Break.

From Cleburne Times-Review: When Godley High School senior Zackary Blincoe saw a need for a school newspaper, he jumped into action, making it his senior capstone project.

Godley ISD school board trustees heard a recommendation from the Long Range Facility Planning Committee during its regular monthly meeting on December 18, 2023, at Godley High School.

Godley ISD school board trustees honored Godley Middle School students as well as Godley High School cross country and volleyball players at the regular meeting on December 18, 2023, at GHS.

Godley ISD pre-kindergarten students were surprised by Christmas stories and new books to take home on December 19, 2023.

Godley ISD Child Nutrition received an $85,000 grant from the Texas Department of Agriculture to purchase farm fresh food and produce, according to an announcement from the school district on December 15, 2023.

The Godley community united to honor Legacy Elementary School fifth grader Collyns Hutson and her family during Heart of Gold basketball games on December 15, 2023, in the Godley Competition Gym.

Godley High School’s Wildcat Dramatics thrilled audiences with the fall play “The Witch’s Princess” on December 15-16, 2023, on the Pleasant View Elementary School stage.

Godley High School and Godley Middle School students shined at the Godley FFA Livestock Show on December 9, 2023, at the Godley ISD Agricultural Project Center.

Godley Middle School and Godley 6th Grade Campus students excelled at a UIL academic competition on December 7, 2023, in Waxahachie.

Alexandra Rizzo is a new school resource officer with the Godley ISD Police Department.

Godley ISD school board trustees extended the contract of Superintendent Dr. Rich Dear during a special meeting on December 11, 2023, at Godley High School.

Godley ISD students and staff will be off of school during Christmas Break on December 21, 2023 through January 5, 2024.  

Twenty-one Godley Middle School students were selected for All-Region Band ensembles during auditions held December 9, 2023, at GMS.

Twenty-two Godley High School football players received District 4-4A honors following the 2023 season.

Godley High School cheerleaders placed second among Class 4A schools at the 3rd Annual McKinney Spirit Championship on December 9, 2023, at McKinney Boyd High School.

The Godley ISD career and technical education program was in the spotlight at the Godley Chamber of Commerce luncheon on December 7, 2023, at Chisholms Restaurant.

Godley FFA teams competed in the state contest for  Leadership Development Events competition on December 1-2, 2023, at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville.

Bryan Myres, the Godley ISD finance director, departed the school district in late November 2023 for a similar position with Carroll ISD in Southlake.

Eight Godley High School students were selected for all-region band ensembles during auditions on December 2, 2023, at Irma Marsh Middle School in River Oaks.

Godley High School swimmer Ryan McFarland was first in the Boys 100 Yard Free at the 4A TISCA North Texas swimming competition at the Grapevine-Colleyville ISD Swim Center on December 1-2, 2023.

Seventy-nine Godley High School seniors earned a well-deserved treat during the first “Apply for Pie” celebration on November 30, 2023.

Godley ISD school board trustees heard financial and academic reports during its regular monthly meeting on November 27, 2023, at Godley High School.

For Collyns Hutson, a fifth-grade student at Legacy Elementary School, remaining engaged with her teachers and classmates is important - even when she is homebound and facing a serious genetic medical condition.

Katie Ponce, a Godley High School cheerleader, participated in the Orlando Thanksgiving Tour on November 21-24, 2023, at Walt Disney World in Florida.

Pride of Godley band students had the opportunity to sign a wall in the future band hall at Godley High School on November 28, 2023.

Godley High School Jazz Band students were honored by Godley ISD school board trustees on November 27, 2023.

Godley FFA teams claimed area titles at the Area VIII Leadership Development Events competition on November 18, 2023, at Waxahachie High School.

The Godley ISD Long Range Facility Planning Committee developed a proposal for the school board at its fourth session on November 15, 2023, at Pleasant View Elementary School.

The Godley Wildcats battled the Sweetwater Mustangs in a Class 4A Division II bi-district matchup on November 10, 2023, at Gordon Wood Stadium in Brownwood.

A Godley High School team competed at the Cowtown BEST robotics competition on November 3-4, 2023, at Kennedale High School.

Godley Middle School students showed their appreciation for the sacrifices of U.S. armed forces veterans during presentations throughout the school on November 10, 2023.

Godley High School celebrated Tarleton Day on November 9, 2023, with 29 students accepted to the state university as part of the school’s partnership program.

The Godley ISD bond proposal was the topic at the Wildcat Talks family and community event on November 8, 2023, at R.B. Godley Elementary School.

Godley FFA members shined at the Chisholm Trail District’s Leadership Development Events competition on November 8, 2023, at Cleburne High School.

Godley High School senior Saniya Hill announced plans to continue playing softball at the University of Missouri during a signing ceremony on November 8, 2023.

Eleven Godley Ladycats received District 10-4A honors following the 2023 season, which saw the Godley High School girls advance to the area championship after sweeping all district foes throughout the regular season.

Thirteen Godley High School students in the Texas Association of Texas Educators chapter excelled at competition during the TAFE Area 10 conference on November 4, 2023, at Tarleton State University.

Godley ISD students and staff will be off school during Thanksgiving Break on November 20-24, 2023.

Godley Wildcats finished the regular season as district runner-up to advance to the Class 4A Division II football postseason with a 31-28 victory over the Benbrook Bobcats on November 3, 2022, at Herman Clark Stadium in Fort Worth.

Godley Ladycats faced off against Aubrey in the Class 4A area volleyball playoffs on November 3, 2023, at Saginaw Chisholm Trail High School.

The Godley Ladycat cross country team competed at the Class 4A cross country state championship on November 4, 2023, at Old Settlers Park in Round Rock.

The Godley ISD Long Range Facility Planning Committee held its third session on November 1, 2023, at R.B. Godley Elementary School.

The WATCH D.O.G.S.® program is coming to Pleasant View Elementary School and R.B. Godley Elementary School during the 2023-24 school year.

It may have been Halloween, but Legacy Elementary School used the special atmosphere to feature an all-day reading initiative on October 31, 2023.

Godley High School submitted student enrollment data for the University Interscholastic League’s biennial reclassification and realignment process on October 27, 2023. 

Godley Ladycats came home victorious from a Class 4A bi-district volleyball playoff win over Fort Worth Eastern Hills on October 30, 2023, at the historic Billingsley Field House in Fort Worth.

The state-ranked Godley Ladycats completed a full sweep of District 10-4A volleyball play with a victory over Waxahachie Life on October 24, 2023.

The Godley ISD Long Range Facility Planning Committee held its second session on October 25, 2023, at Godley Middle School.

Godley ISD school board trustees held their regular monthly meeting on October 23, 2023, at Godley High School.

Godley Middle School students attended the Texas Hope Squad Conference on October 19, 2023, at the Curtis Culwell Center in Garland.

The Godley Ladycat cross country team advanced to state after placing fourth at the Region II-4A meet on October 24, 2023, at Lynn Creek Park at Joe Pool Lake in Grand Prairie.

Godley High School seniors Baylee Mobley and Brynn Staton hit big milestones during the Ladycats’ home volleyball matchup with Venus on October 20, 2023.

Godley ISD honored alumnus Cody Waits with military recognition prior to the Godley-Ferris football game on October 6, 2023.

The Godley Wildcat Band earned a Division I superior rating at the UIL region marching contest on October 14, 2023, at Springtown High School. 

Godley High School varsity and junior varsity girls claimed district championships at the District 10-4A meet on October 9, 2023, at the Waxahachie Sports Complex.

Godley ISD convened a Long Range Facility Planning Committee for its first session on October 4, 2023, at Godley High School.

Godley Middle School cheerleaders attended NCA Cheer Camp on the campus of Tarleton State University in Stephenville during Summer 2023.

Godley FFA member Payton DeFoor won reserve breed champion for her heifer at Heart O’ Texas Livestock Show on September 29-October 2, 2023, at the Extraco Events Center in Waco.

Forty-two Godley FFA students at Godley High School and Godley Middle School received Greenhand degrees during the chapter meeting on October 3, 2023, at GHS.

Fifth-grade ambassadors from R.B. Godley Elementary School visited two nursing homes to present residents with greeting cards on October 4, 2023.

Over forty Godley High School juniors and seniors toured Tarleton State University on October 2, 2023.

Godley Middle School cross country teams shined in the Granbury Race for the Loot on September 27, 2023, at the Granbury Disc Golf Course.

The Godley Ladycats swept the first half of District 10-4A volleyball play with a victory over Waxahachie Life on September 29, 2023.

October 2023 is designated as National Principals Month in honor of the work of campus administrators across the state and nation. 

Godley ISD school board trustees heard an updated demographic report during its regular monthly meeting on September 25, 2023, at Godley High School.

Godley ISD students and staff will be off of school during Fall Break on October 9-13, 2023.

Godley ISD school board trustees recognized seven Godley High School seniors who earned academic honors from the College Board National Recognition Programs during the regular monthly meeting on September 25, 2023, at GHS.

The Pride of Godley placed ninth after advancing to finals at the USBands Saginaw Regional on September 23, 2023, at Saginaw High School’s Rough Rider Stadium.

Godley ISD gifted and talented students in grades 1-6 thrived through exploration and challenges at Camp El Tesoro on September 22-24, 2023.

The WILD, a four-story career and technical education center, is coming to Godley High School in 2024 adding over forty classrooms, learning spaces and student-led enterprises.

Godley High School senior Thomas Zach was recently named a Commended Student in the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Program.  The announcement was made by Principal Kurtis Flood on September 22, 2023, at the high school pep rally.

Godley High School students participated in “Start with Hello” Week on September 18-22, 2023.

Godley Middle School cross country teams dominated the Cleburne Wheat Middle School Invitational on September 20, 2023, at Smith Intermediate School.

Godley High School cross country teams excelled at the Waxahachie Life Mustang Stampede on September 21, 2023, at Waxahachie Sports Complex.

Godley FFA members Abbey Mathis and Caitlyn White were elected district officers at the Chisholm Trail District meeting on September 6, 2023, in Glen Rose.

Four Godley High School Jazz Band students qualified for an all-region ensemble during auditions on September 19, 2022, at Lake Worth High School.

Godley ISD elementary schools opened their doors to grandparents on September 8, 2023.

Godley ISD welcomed its 3000th student on September 6, 2023.

Godley Middle School cross country teams triumphed at the Keene Invitational on August 30, 2023, at Rex Callicott Park.

Godley High School health science students in HOSA-Future Health Professionals received a $1,000 grant from Carter BloodCare on August 31, 2023.

Godley ISD school board trustees adopted a balanced operating budget and lowered the district’s property tax rate for the second year in a row during its regular monthly meeting on August 28, 2023, at Godley High School.

The Godley Ladycats won third place at the Ladycat Classic held at Godley High School and Godley Middle School on August 24-26, 2023.

Godley ISD school board trustees honored Legacy Elementary School and Godley FFA students at the regular meeting on August 28, 2023, at Godley High School.

Godley High School varsity and junior varsity girls captured first-place trophies at Hillsboro High School’s cross country invitational on August 25, 2023, at Wallace Park.

Seven Godley High School seniors earned academic honors from the College Board National Recognition Programs, according to an announcement on August 22, 2023.

Godley ISD students and teachers will enjoy a day off in observance of Labor Day on Monday, September 4, 2024. Students will also have a holiday on Friday, Sept. 1 while teachers have staff development.

Godley Middle School eighth graders visited the school greenhouse as part of science lessons on August 18, 2023.

“Houses” are now part of the culture at R.B. Godley Elementary School with the program launched during a school assembly on August 18, 2023.

Godley ISD school board trustees held a workshop to review the 2023-24 budget proposal on August 14, 2023, at Godley High School.

Teachers of the Year from Godley ISD were among Fort Worth-area educators honored at a special awards banquet hosted by the Region 11 Education Service Center on August 1, 2023, at the Bowden Events Center in Keller.

A Godley ISD Police Department is now official, after approval from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.  The new law enforcement agency became effective on July 31, 2023.

Godley ISD school board trustees held a monthly meeting on July 24, 2023, at Pleasant View Elementary School.

Four Godley Wildcats earned All-State honors from the Texas Sportswriters Association following the 2023 baseball season.

Godley High School returned from Universal Cheerleaders Association summer camp with multiple awards. The camp was held July 18-21, 2023, at Texas State University in San Marcos.

Godley ISD school board trustees honored Ladycat softball player Cadence Chambliess at the regular meeting on July 24, 2023, at Pleasant View Elementary School.

Several Godley ISD school board trustees and district administrators visited Milliken & Company headquarters in Spartanburg, South Carolina during June 2023 to explore the manufacturer’s company culture and innovative design processes. The invitation for the opportunity included educational leaders from other areas of the country.

New Godley High School counselors Danielle Harper and Bailey Copeland are ready to assist students as they start back to school for the 2023-24 school year.

Six Godley FFA students received Lone Star Degrees during the 95th Texas FFA State Convention on July 10-14, 2023, in Dallas.

Godley Ladycat softball player Cadence Chambliess earned All-State accolades from the Texas Sports Writers Association following the 2023 season.

Godley ISD school board trustees heard academic and budget updates at the monthly meeting on June 19, 2023, at Pleasant View Elementary School.

Beginning fall 2023, Godley High School students can earn university credit before they graduate, thanks to Tarleton State University’s dual enrollment program, Tarleton Today.

Godley ISD school board trustees honored the Godley High School baseball team during its monthly meeting on June 19, 2023, at Pleasant View Elementary School.

Danyel Jinkens will be joining Godley High School as assistant principal beginning in the 2023-24 school year.  The school district made the announcement on June 14, 2023.

Molly Walker is the new Godley ISD library services coordinator, according to an announcement by the school district on June 7, 2023.

Godley High School held commencement exercises for the Class of 2023 on May 25, 2023, in Wildcat Stadium.

Godley Wildcats stomped Fort Worth Western Hills in back-to-back playoff games to win the baseball bi-district championship on May 5, 2023, at GHS.

Several Godley ISD staff members were honored at the school district’s end of year luncheon on May 26, 2023, at Godley High School.

Godley ISD will be offering free breakfasts and lunches to all children aged 18 and under during Summer 2023.

Godley ISD school board trustees honored high school academic, athletic and FFA teams during its monthly meeting on May 22, 2023, at Godley High School.

Two Godley ISD educators were recognized for becoming dyslexia therapists during the GISD school board meeting on May 22, 2023.

Godley High School senior Colin Price placed second at the UIL state golf tournament on May 22-23, 2023, at Legends Golf Course in Kingsland.

Stephanie Wynne will be the new principal of Godley 6th Grade Campus beginning with the 2023-24 school year. Godley ISD made the announcement on May 24, 2023.

Godley ISD school board trustees swore in newly elected members at the monthly meeting on May 22, 2023, at Godley High School.

Twenty-five Godley ISD fourth, fifth, and sixth grade students were recognized at the GISD school board meeting on May 22, 2023, for engaging in a new talent search program through Baylor University.  

Twelve Godley Ladycats received District 10-4A honors following the 2022-23 softball season.

Godley High School freshman class officers donated $800 to the Chisholm Trail 100 Club, a local organization that supports first responders. The donation was made on May 22, 2023.

Ten Godley Wildcats received District 10-4A honors following the 2022-23 baseball season.

Godley ISD schools will release early on Wednesday, May 24 and Thursday, May 25, 2023, for the last days of the school year.

Godley ISD school board trustees canvassed results from the May election during a special meeting on May 16, 2023, at Godley High School.

Godley High School senior Colin Price announced plans to continue playing golf at Texas Wesleyan University during a signing ceremony on May 18, 2023.

Katie Jokel, school nurse at Godley 6th Grade Campus, is moving into a new position as the Godley ISD health services coordinator.   The school district made the announcement on May 18, 2023.

Godley High School student Drew Coleman is learning real-world work experience through a career preparation internship with Rowlett’s Hardware Store.

Godley Wildcats competed in the Class 4A area baseball playoffs on May 12-13, 2023, at Saginaw High School.

Godley Ladycats competed in the Class 4A regional quarterfinal playoffs on May 11-12, 2023, at Saginaw High School.

Godley ISD fifth graders were among area schoolchildren attending a Cleburne Railroaders exhibition game on May 8, 2023, at The Depot in Cleburne.

Godley High School students in the Senior Project class made presentations to their peers and other classmates on May 8-9, 2023, in the GHS Presentation Room.

Graduating seniors in the National Honor Society recognized Godley ISD staff members during the “Circle of Heroes” ceremony on May 8, 2023, at Godley High School.

Godley ISD Superintendent Dr. Rich Dear issued the following message to the school community regarding the 2013 bond election.

Godley Ladycats overcame a first-game loss to win the area softball series over Celina on May 4-5, 2023.

Seven Godley FFA teams competed in Future Farmers of America state judging contests during April 2023.

Godley High School student Tesslyn Scoggins is learning real-world work experience through a career preparation internship with Godley-based DoubleRock Homes.

Godley ISD schools are observing National Assistant Principals Week on April 3-7, 2023. 

David Chowdhury, a pre-kindergarten student at Pleasant View Elementary, won second place in a soil and water conservation coloring contest with awards presented at a banquet on May 1, 2023, at the Cleburne Conference Center.

First grade and kindergarten students at R.B. Godley Elementary School have been caring for the campus gardens during Spring 2023.

Godley Ladycats defeated Fort Worth Dunbar 21-0 in Class 4A softball bi-district playoffs on April 29, 2023, at GHS.

Godley Wildcats captured their third straight district title to launch them into the 2023 baseball postseason.

Godley High School student athletes in track and field events competed at the regional level April 28-29, 2023, at Texas A&M University-Commerce.

Goldey High School golfer Colin Price won the Region II-4A tournament on April 19-20, 2023, at Van Zandt Country Club in Canton.  

Godley ISD held a “topping out” ceremony for The WILD (Wildcat Innovative Learning Destination), the future four-story career and technical education center at Godley High School. The ceremony was held on April 26, 2023.

Godley High School seniors Kole Allen and Owen Roever announced plans to continue playing baseball at North Central Texas College during a signing ceremony on April 27, 2023.

Godley ISD school board trustees honored teachers of the year and several student groups during its monthly meeting on April 24, 2023, at Pleasant View Elementary School.

Twenty-three Godley High School students were inducted into the National Honor Society at a ceremony on April 25, 2023.

Godley ISD school board trustees approved a partnership with Tarleton State University for high school dual enrollment courses during a monthly meeting on April 24, 2023, at Pleasant View Elementary School.

Several Godley High School student athletes in track and field events are advancing to area competition after excelling at the District 10-4A meet on April 10 and 12, 2023, at Waxahachie Life High School’s Mustang Stadium.

Godley ISD school campuses have named Teachers of the Year for the 2022-23 school year.

Godley High School junior Bryanna Morales is advancing to state competition after placing second in Lincoln Dougas debate at the Region II-4A contest on April 22, 2023, at Texas A&M University-Commerce.

Godley High School student athletes in track and field events are advancing to the regional level following the Area 9-10 meet on April 19, 2023, at Kennedale High School.

A Godley High School team was the innovative design champion at the Aerial Robotics in STEM Education (ARISE) competition on April 15, 2023, at the Dallas International School.

Leah McCauley, associate principal at Godley High School, will be joining R.B. Godley Elementary School as assistant principal beginning in the 2023-24 school year.  The school district made the announcement on April 20, 2023.

Godley ISD named Daina Smith as the school district’s new transportation director on April 18, 2023.

Godley Middle School science teacher Angie Pinkerton was among recipients of grants from the Texas Retired Teachers Foundation, according to an announcement from the organization on March 31, 2023.

The first annual Godley ISD Film Festival drew creativity from students in all grade levels with top entries receiving awards on April 13, 2023, at Godley High School.

Keri Grimsley, principal of Godley 6th Grade Campus, will be the new director of literacy for Godley ISD beginning in the 2023-24 school year.  The school district made the announcement on April 17, 2023.