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October 22, 2026 by GISD Communications
Bridging the Gap for Homebound Students
Garland ISD uses VGO remote-controlled robots, called Reggie's Robots, provided through Region 10 ESC to help homebound students attend classes, connect with peers, and participate in school life.
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September 24, 2026 by GISD Communications
CTE Pathways Build Real-World Success for GRCTC Architecture Students
Armed with industry-standard software credentials and hands-on preparation from the GRCTC, students Nailah Davis and Sierra "Kai" Mejia proved high school talent belongs at the professional table.
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September 16, 2026 by GISD Communications
Unmatched Legacy Drives Garland ISD into a Landmark Year
Celebrating its 125th anniversary and its designation as the 2026 H-E-B Texas District of the Year, Garland ISD showcases what makes it unmatched by highlighting personal perseverance, individual identity, and the unique stories that shape the district.
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September 11, 2026 by GISD Communications
Garland ISD Celebrates 7 National Merit Semifinalists
Seven Garland ISD seniors from three campuses have been named National Merit Semifinalists in the 2027 competition, placing them among the top one percent of high school academic performers nationwide.
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September 10, 2026 by GISD Communications
GISD G/T Administrator to Lead Statewide TAGT Board
After more than a decade of expanding and modernizing GISD's Gifted and Talented program, Dr. Cheryl Beard is stepping into a historic role as President-Elect of the Texas Association for the Gifted and Talented.
Recent news
March 21, 2024 | by GISD Communications
GISD Celebrates Teachers Receiving Teacher Incentive Allotment
In Garland ISD, 289 teachers have been selected to receive recognition and rewards for their outstanding performance in the classroom as part of the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) program.
Recognition
March 18, 2024 | by GISD Communications
Lakeview Centennial Grad Named 2023 Astronaut Scholar
LCHS 2021 graduate Breyana Robinson is making headlines for her journey from high school to becoming an Astronaut Scholar.
Alumni
Lakeview Centennial
March 8, 2024 | by GISD Communications
Two GISD Principals Named Finalists for 2024 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards
Garland ISD is pleased to announce that two principals in the district have been named finalists for the 2024 H-E-B Excellence in Education Principal Awards.
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Spring Creek
March 8, 2024 | by GISD Communications
Garland High School Teacher Wins Award
Alicia Cummings was awarded the 2024 Branching Minds MTSS Hero Award.
Awards
Garland High School
March 8, 2024 | by GISD Communications
Garland ISD SAT School Day
SAT School Day in Garland ISD is Tuesday, March 26.
High school
March 6, 2024 | by GISD Communications
Dallas Cowboys, Reliant Energy Surprise GISD Elementary Teacher
Rocio Sanchez, a Kindergarten teacher at Daugherty Elementary School, was named the February 2024 Cowboys Class Acts Teacher of the Month.
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Recognition
February 22, 2024 | by GISD Communications
GHS Seniors Win in Harvard Speech and Debate Tournament
Five Garland High School seniors competed; two students won awards at the Harvard National High School Speech Tournament.
Awards
Garland High School
February 21, 2024 | by GISD Communications
South Garland HS Transforms Library into Black History Museum
In honor of Black History Month, the South Garland High School library has been transformed into a Black History Museum, focusing on the 2024 theme "African Americans and the Arts."
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February 20, 2024 | by GISD Communications
2024 Garland ISD Paraprofessionals of the Year
Congratulations to the 2024 Garland ISD Campus and Department Paraprofessionals of the Year!
Recognition
February 20, 2024 | by GISD Communications
2024 Garland ISD Teachers of the Year
Congratulations to the 2024 Garland ISD Teachers of the Year!
Recognition
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