North Garland High School has once again been selected as one of the nation’s best campuses. In addition to The Washington Post’s recent designation, North Garland also earned a spot on U.S. News & World Report’s 2015 Best High Schools Rankings, making it the only...
RHS student’s business plan receives funding, advances to regional competition
At just 18 years old, Rowlett High School senior Tara Davis has already established a foundation for her very own small business. The burgeoning CEO created a detailed business proposal through the Rowlett Chamber of Commerce's Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!), a...
North Garland theater one of state’s top One-Act Play contenders
North Garland High School’s Raider Theatre is being hailed as one of the state’s top drama groups. The talented company won second runner-up in the 6A UIL State One-Act Play competition May 28 at the University of Texas at Austin’s Bass Performance Center. “We were...
Beaver MST Penny War provides support for district families in need
Since its opening just one year ago, Garland ISD’s GRS Giving Place has already helped hundreds of families in need. But the room would not be such a success without support from the district’s community. Students and staff at Beaver Technology Center for Math and...
SGHS students become licensed cosmetologists
Twenty-six South Garland High School cosmetology students recently accomplished an exceptional feat—they all became licensed professionals before graduation. The seniors passed both written and practical state cosmetology exams in May, after dedicating hundreds of...
GISD names District Teachers of the Year
Two Garland ISD teachers received a special surprise June 3 that sweetened their end-of-year celebrations. Samantha Patten and Marie Walker-Peterson were named 2014-15 District Teachers of the Year. “It is my pleasure to present this award,” said Superintendent Bob...
Free meals for GISD students throughout summer
School may be out for the summer, but that doesn’t mean Garland ISD campuses are shutting their doors. In addition to summer programs, several campuses are also offering free meals to district students. Breakfast and lunch will be served Monday-Thursday until July 30....
GISD board of trustees member resigns
Garland ISD board of trustees member Dr. Cindy Castaneda announced her resignation from the board at the June 9 work session. Her resignation is effective Aug. 18. “It has been my pleasure and privilege to serve as a trustee for this very fine district. I’m going to...
GISD first-graders receive dental health kits
All first graders at Club Hill Elementary and Heather Glenn Elementary in Garland and at Sewell Elementary in Sachse were recently given free prevent tooth decay kits through the Fantastic Teeth Fan Club. Members of Garland Masonic Lodge, led by Robert Beacham,...
Reyna receives Eco-Educator Award
Responsible for a thriving school garden and orchard, as well as a solar panel station and wind turbine, Schrade Middle School teacher Paul Reyna has gained recognition across Garland ISD for his environmental and conservation efforts. But his future plans are what is...
NGHS student chosen for 2015 Congress of Future Science, Technology leaders
Rhiannon Roberts, a ninth grader at North Garland High School has been nominated to attend the Congress of Future Science and Technology Leaders in Boston, Massachusetts June 28-30. The Congress is an honors-only program for high school students who are passionate...
GISD celebrates School Lunch Hero Day
Garland ISD campuses are filled with several heroes, from teachers to students to office staff to custodians. But the Student Nutrition Services (SNS) Department was the focus of district recognition May 1. GISD celebrated School Lunch Hero Day thanking all those who...