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September 15, 2025 by GISD Communications
Rowlett Elementary Makes History as One of America’s Healthiest Schools
Rowlett Elementary earns national recognition for student health and wellness, becoming the first campus in Garland ISD to reach this milestone. #GISDUnmatched #BuiltDifferent
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September 11, 2025 by GISD Communications
Leadership GISD Returns to Build Community Advocates
Garland ISD’s community leadership program returns to connect local leaders with classrooms, district priorities, and student success.
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September 10, 2025 by GISD Communications
Austin Academy Becomes GISD’s First Purple Star Campus
Austin Academy has earned the Purple Star Campus designation from the TEA, becoming Garland ISD’s first school recognized for its commitment to supporting military-connected students and families. #GISDUnmatched #BuiltDifferent
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September 5, 2025 by GISD Communications
Thriving in Two Languages: Inside GISD's Dual Language Immersion Program
At Hickman Elementary, students in Garland ISD’s Vietnamese Dual Language Program gain an unmatched opportunity to master both English and Vietnamese while celebrating their culture.
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September 4, 2025 by GISD Communications
Step Inside the Future of Student Services and Memorial Pathway Academy
Take a first look at the new home for the Manuel & Maria Valle Student Services Center and Memorial Pathway Academy, a place where every student and family can feel at home and flourish.
Recent news
Southgate STEM Elementary: Unmatched Creativity and Innovation
Southgate STEM Elementary, the only Nationally Certified STEM Campus in Garland ISD, is setting an unmatched standard in innovative learning with its Tinker Studio and library, affectionately known as the "Gator Swamp." #GISDUnmatched

Bond Video: Hillside Academy Demolition
Video of demolition and renderings of the new school.

Bond Video: Freeman Elementary Demolition
Video of demolition and renderings of the new school.

Sachse High School Celebrates AP Capstone Achievements
Sachse High School is excited to recognize students who have succeeded in the AP Capstone program, a unique learning opportunity respected by colleges worldwide.

Board Bond Update Recap 9/10/24
Watch the recording and see a summary of the recent Bond 2023 Board update.

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?
