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August 1, 2025 by GISD Communications
Garland ISD’s Ashley Ross Named 2026 Region 10 Elementary Teacher of the Year
Garland ISD is proud to announce that Ashley Ross, a dynamic educator from Back Elementary, has been named the 2026 Region 10 Elementary Teacher of the Year.
Featured News

July 28, 2025 by GISD Communications
Summer 7-on-7 Keeps GISD Football Teams Sharp for the Season Ahead
Before Friday Night Lights returns, Garland ISD football players are putting in the work. Fast-paced 7-on-7 matchups are helping teams prepare for the upcoming fall season.
Featured News

July 28, 2025 by GISD Communications
Building Tomorrow: GISD Breaks Ground on New Campuses and MACs
Garland ISD breaks ground on nine game-changing projects designed to transform learning and unlock new opportunities for students.
Featured News

June 24, 2025 by GISD Communications
Garland ISD Renames Natatorium to Honor Trustee Larry H. Glick
Garland ISD honors Trustee Larry H. Glick’s legacy with a lasting tribute that will make waves, save lives, and inspire students for generations to come.
Featured News

June 3, 2025 by GISD Communications
Garland ISD Hits Historic Milestone in College Readiness
Garland ISD shattered records in college readiness, reaching its highest-ever Texas Success Initiative goal and setting a course toward a 60% readiness rate by 2030.
Recent news
AVID Extends North Garland High School National Demonstration Campus Distinction
NGHS has been renewed as AVID National Demonstration Campus, an honor that only two percent of AVID campuses in the world hold.

GISD Partners with Rowlett Police Department to Support Special Needs Students
Our Guidance & Counseling and Security departments have partnered with Rowlett Police to help identify and work with members of our community with special needs.

District announces 2021-22 Campus and Division Paraprofessionals of the Year
Congrats to the paraprofessionals honored as 2021-22 Campus and Division Paraprofessionals of the Year.
2021-22 Campus Teachers of the Year Announced
Congrats to the 71 teachers honored as 2021-22 Campus Teachers of the Year.
Choose #TheGISDEffect for success
Learn about the Choice of School and magnet application timelines as well as why you should be a part of #TheGISDEffect.

Two RHS juniors selected for prestigious program
Two Rowlett High School students have been selected to attend one of the most respected and selective educational programs of government instruction for high school students.
GISD grad surprises Centerville ES students with big gifts
Garland ISD graduate Megan Stoeckl spearheaded a fundraising campaign to surprise all 276 Centerville Elementary students with scooters, blankets, toys, snacks and more before Winter Break.

GISD, Noon Exchange bring children holiday cheer
Every year, the Garland ISD Salvation Army Angel adoption drive and the Noon Exchange of Garland’s Children’s Christmas Party make holiday wishes come true for hundreds of children during the season of giving.

GISD names 2021 Elementary Greeting Card Contest winners
See the winners of our annual winter greeting card contest for 2021.
#ChooseGarlandISD Expo showcases excellence, opportunities
More than 700 people experienced #TheGISDEffect at the #ChooseGarlandISD Expo Tuesday, Dec. 7.
