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Featured News
February 25, 2026 by GISD Communications
GRCTC Students Deliver Real-World Impact Through Free Tax Services
GRCTC students are preparing free tax returns for Garland ISD employees this tax season, gaining hands-on career experience.
Featured News
February 16, 2026 by GISD Communications
Fourteen Schools Earn Texas Honor Roll Recognition
Unmatched excellence continues across Garland ISD as 14 schools earn Texas Honor Roll recognition for strong results across all student groups.
Featured News
February 11, 2026 by GISD Communications
How the GRCTC Prepares Students for High-Demand Careers After Graduation
Courses are taught by industry professionals who bring real-world experience into state-of-the-art learning spaces equipped with industry-grade technology.
Featured News
February 10, 2026 by GISD Communications
Brandenburg Earns Second National Distinction Award
Brandenburg Middle School continues to set an unmatched standard in academics, arts, and community engagement, earning the National Merit School of Distinction award for the second consecutive year.
Featured News
February 6, 2026 by GISD Communications
Webb MS Student Brings Classroom Story to Life as a Published Novel
From classroom writing to a published book, Jessica Danh is building a love of reading and writing, showing what it looks like when students are #BuiltDifferent.
#GISDUnmatched
Recent news
GISD Students Earn National College Board Honors
Garland ISD proudly celebrates the outstanding achievements of 231 students from our seven high schools, who have been honored with prestigious awards from the College Board National Recognition Programs.
New P.E. Course Brings Outdoor Adventures to GISD High Schools
The course offers students the chance to explore activities like Dutch oven cooking, hiking, archery, fishing, and more, all within the framework of physical education.
Garland ISD Launches New Literacy Initiative, SAIL
Garland ISD is piloting an innovative literacy program to improve reading outcomes for early childhood students at Williams, Shugart, Freeman, and Handley Elementary Schools.
Board Bond Update Recap 8/13/24
Watch the recording and see a summary of the recent Bond 2023 Board update.
#GISDUnmatched
When we say Garland ISD is unmatched, we mean it. No other district matches what we do for our students. So, what makes GISD unique?
Summer Band Camp Kicks Off Ahead of Marching Season
Summer band camp is in full swing across Garland ISD, and the anticipation for this year's marching band shows is reaching new heights.
SHS Principal to Represent TASSP as Outstanding Principal of the Year
Shae Creel, Principal of Sachse High School, has been selected to represent the Texas Association of Secondary School Principals as a Region 10 Outstanding Principal of the Year.
GISD Wins 2024 TAEA District of Distinction Award
Garland ISD has received the Texas Art Education Association District of Distinction award, which is only given to the top 5.5% of school districts across the state.
Essential Tips for Back-to-School Success
These essential tips can build a solid foundation and prepare your student for success.
N. Garland HOSA Champions Shine on the International Stage
The senior team placed first at the International Leadership Conference this summer, beating over 50 teams from the United States, Mexico, Canada, and China.