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Featured News
September 3, 2026 by GISD Communications
Mustang Pride Stands Tall at New Sachse HS MAC
Sachse High School celebrated the grand opening of its new Multi-Program Activity Center, giving athletics, fine arts, and campus programs a safe, climate-controlled space to practice year-round.
Featured News
September 2, 2026 by GISD Communications
The Future Takes Flight at Rowlett High School
Rowlett High School celebrated the opening of its new Multi-Program Activity Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and community tours, offering students an all-weather space for athletics, fine arts, and other campus programs.
Featured News
August 26, 2026 by GISD Communications
Inside the Award-Winning PE Program at Rowlett Elementary
Rowlett Elementary was named one of just two schools in Texas to earn a top PE award. From hula hoops to pickleball, see what makes this gym class stand out across the state.
Featured News
August 19, 2026 by GISD Communications
Homegrown Star Tyrese Maxey Honored at South Garland
Garland ISD honored South Garland graduate and NBA All-Star Tyrese Maxey by naming the school's gymnasium after him and celebrating his accomplishments on and off the court.
Featured News
August 18, 2026 by GISD Communications
GISD Language Testing Team Recognized in National Case Study
The Student Services Language Testing team was recognized nationally for using language proficiency data to strengthen communication with families and support English learners. Featured in a national case study, the team shares how educators use preLAS Online data to explain students' language development needs and strengthen partnerships with parents.
Recent news
Two GISD Schools Recognized for Advancing Women in Computer Science
Two Garland ISD schools are breaking barriers in tech education by earning national recognition for expanding opportunities for female students in computer science.
Proactive Protection: How GISD Keeps Schools Clean & Safe
GISD is tackling flu season head-on with nightly electrostatic disinfection, ensuring cleaner, safer schools for students and staff.
Brandenburg MS Becomes GISD’s First National Merit School of Distinction
Brandenburg Middle School has set an unmatched standard for excellence in academics, arts, and community engagement, achieving a groundbreaking milestone as the first campus in GISD to be named a National Merit School of Distinction.
Board Bond Update Recap 1/14/25
Watch the recording and see a summary of the recent Bond 2023 Board update.
TEA and Garland ISD Spread Holiday Cheer to Bussey MS Students
TEA and Garland ISD team up to bring holiday magic to Bussey Middle School, proving the power of community-driven compassion.
Racing Beyond Limits: Unmatched Passion and Purpose on the Track
Three sisters from Rowlett are making national waves with their BMX team, L.O.V.E. Racing, inspiring young riders to push beyond limits with passion, teamwork, and purpose. #GISDUnmatched
Board Bond Update Recap 12/17/24
Watch the recording and see a summary of the recent Bond 2023 Board update.
Sellers MS Students Lead with Heart: Packing Meals to Spread Kindness
A group of Sellers Middle School students came together to pack meals for members of their campus community, spreading holiday cheer.
GISD Earns Recognition as 2024 Mega District of the Year
Garland ISD proves its #GISDUnmatched excellence by earning the 2024 Mega District of the Year award for closing achievement gaps and empowering emergent bilingual students.
Fifteen Garland ISD Teachers Recharge at Holdsworth Retreat
Fifteen Garland ISD teachers attended the Holdsworth Teacher Retreat in Austin, where they took part in activities focused on well-being and shared experiences, leaving them recharged and inspired.