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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.
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Recent news
Board Bond Update Recap 7/23/24
Watch the recording and see a summary of the recent Bond 2023 Board update.
GISD Spring Break Update 2024-2025
Garland ISD will not adjust Spring Break dates for the 2024-2025 school year to match Dallas College's recently revised academic calendar.
Ten GISD Schools Make Texas Honor Roll
Ten GISD schools have been named to the annual Texas Honor Roll, presented by the Educational Results Partnership.
GHS Speech and Debate Team Shines at National Tournament
The Garland High School Speech and Debate Team is celebrating after competing at the National Speech and Debate Tournament.
GISD Student Nutrition Services Expands Summer Meal Programs
Garland ISD Student Nutrition Services has expanded the Summer Meal Program this year to better serve the community. In addition to providing breakfast and lunch at select campuses, meals will also be available at five community sites, and curbside meal pickup will be available in Rowlett.
GISD Asst. AD Inducted into El Paso Athletic Hall of Fame
The El Paso Athletic Hall of Fame has announced its newest inductee, Garland ISD Assistant Director of Athletics Mike Williams.
Board Bond Update Recap 6/11/24
Watch the recording and see a summary of the recent Bond 2023 Board update.
Board Bond Update Recap 5/14/24
Watch the recording and see a summary of the recent Bond 2023 Board update.
Walnut Glen Academy fourth graders take part in an Education in Action Discover Texas Field Trip
Fourth graders from WGA traveled to Austin and San Antonio to experience what they are learning in Texas History and Science. The students visited the Texas State Capitol where they met a couple of legislators, The Alamo, and the Inner Space Cavern.
Beaver MST fourth graders travel to Austin on an Education in Action Discover Texas Field Trip
Fourth grade students from Beaver MST traveled to Austin, TX to experience what they are learning in Texas History. The students visited the State Capitol where they met a couple of legislators and the Bullock Texas State History Museum.