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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.
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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.
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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.
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May 27, 2025 by GISD Communications
First-Year AP Cohort Empowers Emerging Leaders Across GISD
GISD’s AP Cohort helped first-year leaders grow together and become stronger leaders.
Recent news
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.
Garland ISD Partners with Trusted World
Garland ISD has partnered with Trusted World to launch the innovative "Trusted Wrap-Around Services" program.
GEF Awards Record Number of Grants and Scholarships
The Garland ISD Education Foundation surprised teachers and staff with a record number of grants and scholarships for the 2023-2024 school year.

Board Bond Update Recap 1/23/24
Watch the recording and see a summary of the recent Bond 2023 Board update.

RHS Eagle Theatre Company To Perform “SIX: TEEN EDITION” the Musical
Garland ISD's Rowlett High School Eagle Theatre Company will be the first in Texas and one of the first in the nation to perform the newly adapted version of "SIX: TEEN EDITION” the Musical.

Public Offering of Garland ISD Bond Issue
Details for individuals interested in the possible purchase of bonds related to the Bond 2023 program.