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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
GISD Asst. AD Inducted into El Paso Athletic Hall of Fame
The El Paso Athletic Hall of Fame has announced its newest inductee, Garland ISD Assistant Director of Athletics Mike Williams.

Board Bond Update Recap 6/11/24
Watch the recording and see a summary of the recent Bond 2023 Board update.

Board Bond Update Recap 5/14/24
Watch the recording and see a summary of the recent Bond 2023 Board update.

Walnut Glen Academy fourth graders take part in an Education in Action Discover Texas Field Trip
Fourth graders from WGA traveled to Austin and San Antonio to experience what they are learning in Texas History and Science. The students visited the Texas State Capitol where they met a couple of legislators, The Alamo, and the Inner Space Cavern.

Beaver MST fourth graders travel to Austin on an Education in Action Discover Texas Field Trip
Fourth grade students from Beaver MST traveled to Austin, TX to experience what they are learning in Texas History. The students visited the State Capitol where they met a couple of legislators and the Bullock Texas State History Museum.

Bond Work Continues with Forced-Entry-Resistant Film
The district's safety efforts are boosted as the installation of forced-entry-resistant film begins at all campus main entrances.

Board Bond Update Recap 4/9/24
Watch the recording and see a summary of the recent Bond 2023 Board update.

Garland ISD Recognized with Economic Mobility Award
Garland ISD has been awarded an inaugural Economic Mobility Award from The Commit Partnership for its work in preparing students for life after graduation.

Herfurth PTA Pilots the National PTA’s Spring 2024 Fire Safety Program
Herfurth’s PTA is chosen as one of ten schools across the nation to pilot a Fire Safety Program.

Change Agents Celebrated for Advocating for Campus Transformations
The Garland ISD Change Agents were rewarded with a tailgate-themed celebration for their hard work throughout the year.
