Schools
Webb MS students make spaghetti dance
What happens when baking soda and vinegar combine in a cup full of water and uncooked spaghetti noodles? Students at Webb Middle School recently found out during a visit from Raytheon employees. “[Our] MathMovesU program is an innovative initiative designed to immerse...
Putting students on path to success
With opportunities to earn industry certifications, college credit, internships and job interviews, Garland ISD strives to prepare students for a successful future. Offering approximately 200 Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses, students gain real-world...
Teacher of Month: Brandi Bassett
Rewarding outstanding educators, Jupiter Chevrolet’s Teacher of the Month car stopped at the Classical Center at Brandenburg Middle School this month. English teacher Brandi Bassett received the title in front of students, coworkers and family. “This is an honor,” she...
GISD gears up for Choice of School
In Garland ISD, families have the unique opportunity to attend any district campus. Annual Choice of School periods invite families to make selections for the next year. Secondary Choice of School for 2016-17 begins Jan. 28 and ends Feb. 26. The Elementary Choice...
Students singled out as state’s top leaders
As high school seniors, four Garland ISD students can be considered leaders among their peers. But a recent recognition shows that leadership reaches beyond campus walls as well. Every year, the Military Order of the World Wars organization sponsors outstanding high...
Veterans honored districtwide
Garland ISD campuses across the district celebrated Veterans Day with heartfelt dedications, impressive performances and special activities. Club Hill Elementary School partnered with Time Warner Cable and the History Channel to host Take a Vet to School Day Nov. 11....
Webb MS teacher stars in Teaching Channel short film
Communities Foundation of Texas hosted a red carpet launch party featuring short films from a recent partnership with Educate Texas and Teaching Channel Wednesday, Nov. 18, at CFT in Dallas. The videos will help educate and inspire other teachers around Texas and...
Harmony Science Academy students in math competition
Ask students at Harmony Science Academy if they will ever need to use the math they learn in school outside of the classroom and their response will be “yes!” This week, the Gorgulu brothers and Emre Tunca from Harmony Science Academy competed in the regional...
Alpha Charter begins academic competition
Alpha Charter School UIL District Academic Coordinator Brandon Barrier recently conducted a virtual academic competition. This meet was the first competition of the season for Alpha Charter School's UIL academic teams, as they competed against 36 Conference 2A Texas...
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