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April 9, 2025 by GISD Communications
From Garland to Kenya: Austin Academy Students Fund Water Well
Austin Academy students turned a classroom lesson into a life-changing water well that’s now bringing clean water and opportunity to a school in Kenya.
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March 27, 2025 by GISD Communications
Sachse HS Student’s Animated Short Film Featured on Exclusive YouTube Channel
Discover how a Sachse High School student's stop-motion short film, The Magic Box, captivated a global audience on an exclusive YouTube channel, showcasing unmatched creativity and teamwork! #GISDUnmatched
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March 4, 2025 by GISD Communications
Game-Changing Soccer Club Transforms Caldwell Elementary
With a vision to empower students through soccer, a dedicated coach and a generous community partner are transforming futures at Caldwell Elementary.
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February 24, 2025 by GISD Communications
Focused and Fearless: Taber Torres’ Unstoppable Drive
Balancing academics, athletics, and leadership, Sachse High School senior Taber Torres proves that unstoppable determination can lead to success. #GISDUnmatched
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February 13, 2025 by GISD Communications
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.
Recent news
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.

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."

2024 Garland ISD Paraprofessionals of the Year
Congratulations to the 2024 Garland ISD Campus and Department Paraprofessionals of the Year!

2024 Garland ISD Teachers of the Year
Congratulations to the 2024 Garland ISD Teachers of the Year!

GISD FACE Department to Host Annual Black History Month Program
The Garland ISD Family and Community Engagement Department is proud to present the 2024 Black History Program, "My Story, My Dance."
Board Bond Update Recap 2/13/24
Watch the recording and see a summary of the recent Bond 2023 Board update.

Garland ISD Board of Trustees Named Finalist for 2024 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards
The Garland ISD Board of Trustees has been named an Outstanding School Board finalist for the 2024 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards.

Exciting News for Garland ISD's Baseball and Softball Community
See what's happening with the high school softball and baseball field renovation bond project.

Rowlett and Other GISD High Schools Prepare for VASE
High school art students across Garland ISD are gearing up for the regional Texas High School Visual Scholastic Event (VASE). The competition brings together some of the most skilled artists in the area.

GISD Dyslexia Therapist Training Center Receives Accreditation
Garland Independent School District's Dyslexia Therapist Training Center has achieved accreditation, marking a milestone for the GISD Dyslexia Department.