Schools
Montessori coming to GISD
The area’s newest Montessori is just around the corner. Garland ISD strives to provide all students with a well-rounded education that includes school choice. Currently, the district boasts 10 specialized magnets at 16 campuses. Montessori provides families with...
GISD’s tech-focused DLU enlightens elementary students
Ninety students from Beaver and Watson Technology Centers for Math and Science enhanced their 21st-century skills during the district’s Digital Leadership University (DLU) July 28-30 at North Garland High School. The third-annual event encouraged students from all...
GISD staff kicks off 2015-16
Approximately 7,500 Garland ISD employees celebrated the start of 2015-16 with cheers, pride and spirit gear during the district's Convocation event Aug. 20 at the Curtis Culwell Center. Garland High School sophomore Grace Omer emceed the lively affair. Board...
GISD sees high-energy 2015-16 welcome
High-fives, hugs and smiles were buzzing across Garland ISD as 71 campuses welcomed students to the first day of school Aug. 24. “With innovative teacher trainings, exciting staff development activities and an inspiring Convocation, we were more than ready to greet...
Skyward Family Access offers online, early Signature Packet
Get a head start on completing back-to-school forms. Parents/guardians with Skyward Family Access accounts can view Signature Packet documents and complete them online through Sept. 25. Log in to Family Access and click Signature Packet link in upper left-hand corner...
Students, Noon Exchange Club of Garland partner to donate back-to-school items
Two Garland ISD high school drill teams and a local organization recently came together to help students in need. Volunteers from the Sachse High School Swingsters and the South Garland High School Southern Belles helped the Noon Exchange Club of Garland donate...
Garland ISD offers free, reduced-price meal program
Believing that proper nutrition plays an important role in education, Garland ISD will offer free and reduced-price meals to eligible students during the 2015-16 school year. The district participates in National School Breakfast and Lunch programs, which provide...
Carter BloodCare rewards LCHS Student Council
Lakeview Centennial High School’s Student Council was recently rewarded for its philanthropic efforts. The leadership-focused group participated in Carter BloodCare’s Great Grants Program, besting 15 local high schools in the running for a monetary gift. “This program...
GISD educator attends ExxonMobil Academy
Kimberlin Academy for Excellence fifth-grade teacher Bonnie Martinez earned a sought-after professional development opportunity, thanks to her commitment to Garland ISD students and 21st-century instruction. The dedicated educator is one of just 155 nationwide...
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