Garland ISD and its Board of Trustees have been named finalists for the 2026 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards, recognizing their continued focus on student success.

The new Freeman Elementary and Kimberlin Academy for Excellence campuses demonstrate the district’s focus on student success and community investment.

Garland High School alum and former NFL player Adrian Phillips gave back through his L.A.K.E. Foundation by hosting a holiday celebration for a small group of students.

Garland ISD students across several campuses combined speed, skill, and fun to help set a new Sport Stacking world record.

Davis Elementary welcomed State Representative Ana-María Rodríguez Ramos to read to second-grade and third-grade students ahead of winter break.

Every second grader in Garland ISD has the chance to dive into an essential life skill: staying safe around water through the district’s Water Safety Program.

Student Nutrition Services recently received three 2025 Healthy Meals Incentives Recognition Awards from Action for Healthy Kids, including Lunch Trailblazer, Innovation in Nutrition Education, and Innovation in the Preparation of School Meals.

Recognized with Texas’ Rising Star Award, Bussey Middle School’s counselors demonstrate an unmatched commitment to student achievement, emotional wellness, and community.

Congratulations to the Lakeview Centennial Patriot Band for advancing to the UIL State Marching Band Contest for the second year in a row! 

Garland ISD’s water polo program continues to make an unmatched impact as students earn all-district honors and showcase the strength of a growing sport across the district.