We have a long-standing tradition of quality and award-winning arts education, offering a wide variety of fine art programs at all levels.

As part of our commitment to educating the whole child, we believe every student should have a basic knowledge, skills and appreciation of the visual and performing arts. A quality arts education program will enable students to develop self-esteem, self-discipline, self-motivation, and cooperation necessary for success in life.

See our students on stage

There are many shows and performances that take place across the district.  See the Fine Arts Calendar for events open to the public

Seniors, veterans and active duty military can get free admission with the GISD VIP Pass.

Note: A Clear Bag Policy is in place for all fine art performances.

School

School art programs

The Academy of Visual and Performing Arts magnet program is offered at Garland High School. Students can apply to pursue a diploma in theatre studies. 

Visit our campus websites for more details on campus-specific fine arts activities.

Daniel Dinh, student from North Garland, with visual arts awards medals and one of his paintings of a dog.
Sachse Swingsters win Best in Class
GHS IB "Reel Owl Cinema" Film graduates posing for a photo at their annual film festival.
2021 Best Community for Music Education award

Best Communities for Music Education

GISD was named a 2024 Best Community for Music Education (BCME) by the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation. This marks the district’s 15th designation, which recognizes and celebrates the commitment of school administrators, community leaders, teachers and parents who believe in music education and are working to ensure that it is part of a well-rounded education for all children.

Educational Theatre Association "Premier Community for Theatre Education" award 2024-26.

National Premier Communities for Theatre Education

Garland ISD is one of 12 districts across the county recognized this year by the Educational Theatre Association (EDTA) as a "Premier Community for Theatre Education". 

This three-year designation recognizes school systems that show excellence in theatre education. Rooted in EDTA’s "Opportunity to Learn Standards for Theatre Education", the distinction is awarded to schools and districts that provide teachers and students with the resources to achieve at or above standard as suggested by the National Core Arts Standards in Theatre. The Premier Communities for Theatre Education distinction supports EdTA’s vision that every student will have access to theatre taught by qualified educators as a vital part of a well-rounded education.

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