Schools
Goldie Locke Excel Awards presented to students
The Garland Unit of the NAACP recently announced and recognized the recipients of the Goldie Locke Excel Awards for both elementary and middle school. The virtual ceremonies were held April 19 and April 20. Lists of recipients are below. The theme of the awards...
Students overcome barriers to achieve college dreams
Garland ISD is proud to announce that seven high school seniors have been named Dell Scholars, setting a district record (most named in one year) and representing 2% of Dell Scholars nationwide. Even more impressive, four out of GISD’s seven Dell Scholars started life...
Second-graders celebrate Black history
At Kimberlin Academy for Excellence, learning about Black history doesn’t only occur in the month of February. Launching a Black History Matters project in January, 60 second-graders embarked on a mission to learn and teach others about notable Black heroes. The...
News from GISD: Virtual or face-to-face
Garland ISD would appreciate it if parents would complete a questionnaire to let them know if they are interested in their children enrolling in a virtual school program for the 2021-2022 school year. Also, GISD Student Services will soon take the enrollment process...
Abbett ES employee allegedly took photos of student in restroom
An unnamed Garland ISD employee has been placed on administrative leave for allegedly taking photos of a female Abbett Elementary School student in the restroom. The district sent an email to parents of Abbett ES students April 1 explaining that the Garland ISD...
GISD announces Paraprofessionals of the Year
A district of more than 7,500 employees, Garland ISD is fortunate to have many caring, committed and skillful paraprofessionals who provide meaningful and vital support to students and staff. The GISD Paraprofessionals of the Year program recognizes these individuals...
Teachers of the Year announced
As the backbone of Garland ISD, teachers are the frontrunners who encourage student success and academic excellence. They selflessly dedicate countless hours and spare time to students and families, and their hard work and devotion do not go unnoticed. Every year,...
Q&A: Place 6 GISD Board of Trustees Candidates
Questionnaires were sent to all Place 4 and Place 6 Garland ISD Board of Trustees candidates. The questions, along with the Place 4 candidates’ responses, are below: Bob Duckworth – Place 6 GISD board of trustees candidate Why do you want to serve on the Garland ISD...
Q&A: GISD Board of Trustees Place 4 candidates
Questionnaires were sent to all Place 4 and Place 6 Garland ISD Board of Trustees candidates. The questions, along with the Place 4 candidates' responses, are below: Daphne Stanley - Place 4 Garland ISD Board of Trustees candidate Why do you want to serve on the...
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