GISD receives grant funding for blended learning
Named a new blended learning demonstration site, Garland ISD is one of just 20 school districts in the second cohort of the Raise Your Hand Texas Foundation’s Raising Blended Learners initiative. GISD...
View ArticleGarland ISD students thank teachers and parents
Garland ISD is honoring and thanking our exceptional educators and phenomenal parents for their hard work and commitment to students and staff during Teacher and Parent Appreciation Week May 4-8. To...
View ArticleValedictorians, salutatorians surprised with home visits
Valedictorians and salutatorians from all seven Garland ISD high schools recently learned about their top status via surprise visits from district and campus leadership. The Board of Trustees,...
View ArticleGISD committed to all students during COVID-19 closure
Despite being closed for the final two and a half months of the 2019-20 school year, Garland ISD has worked diligently to ensure the well-being of all students. The district dismissed for Spring Break...
View ArticleMt. Hebron Church, North Texas Food Bank partnership provides families meals
Mt. Hebron Missionary Baptist Church and the North Texas Food Bank have partnered to provide food for Garland ISD families. The first event was held March 8 and proved to be a huge success. The...
View ArticleHazel Health partnership offers free medical care
Access to health care is one of the nation’s biggest challenges. But, families in Garland ISD do not have to worry. The district is partnering with Hazel Health to offer free non-emergency medical...
View ArticleReturn to school options for fall 2020
Garland ISD families will select from two options for their children when returning to school in August:Option 1: Full-time in-person on campuses, with heightened hygiene and disinfection protocols...
View Article6/23/20 Update: Calendar, school hours
School year calendarThe Board of Trustees has approved a new 2020-21 academic calendar with a new school start date, new school hours and intersession dates. See the School Year Calendar page for key...
View Article6/28/20 Update: Strength and conditioning programs on hold
With the rise of COVID-19 cases across Texas, and Dallas County being one of the hardest hit, Garland ISD continues to keep the safety of students and staff its top priority. We have made the decision...
View Article7/10/20 Update: School reopening plans, 3-week transition period
Dear Garland ISD families:We may have more than 55,000 students and 7,500 staff, but we are one big family. Thank you for staying #GISDAlwaysConnected during our spring semester. We can’t wait to be...
View Article7/12/20 Update: Clarification to school reopening plans
Please see the important updates below regarding our first three weeks of school. We have also added a deadline to submit the commitment form being emailed to families July 13.Dear Garland ISD...
View Article7/13/20 Update: Return to School Commitment Form (Face-to-Face or Remote...
The 2020-21 school year begins in less than a month, and Garland ISD looks forward to welcoming our students on August 10. We are working diligently to provide the best and safest education possible....
View Article7/16/20 Update: Remote start through Sept. 7
In compliance with an order issued by the Dallas County Health and Human Services Department on July 16, 2020, Garland ISD’s remote start of school will be extended through September 7. From August 10...
View Article7/20/20 Update: Reopening guidebook, curbside meals
Reopening School Instructional GuidebookThe 2020-21 Reopening School Instructional Guidebook is now available. This valuable resource contains details about learning models, training, procedures,...
View ArticleGreater Dallas Taiwanese Chamber donates PPE during closure
Garland ISD is thankful for the generosity and support of our community partners during the COVID-19 closure.Recently, the Greater Dallas Taiwanese Chamber helped GISD students and staff stay safe by...
View ArticleGarland ISD earns second consecutive national award
Garland ISD is one of just eight school districts across the nation to receive a 2020 Gold Medallion from the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA). The Gold Medallion is NSPRA's top...
View Article7/29/20 Update: School starts remotely Aug. 10 as planned
As guidance from local, state and federal officials continues to change, Garland ISD wants to ensure our families and staff have the most up-to-date and accurate information. Our plans for students to...
View ArticleFree and reduced-price meal benefits for 2020-21
In an effort to meet the needs of district students, Garland ISD has announced an update to free and reduced-price meals served under the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program for...
View Article8/2/20 Update: Important back-to-school information
As we head into the final week before the start of school, our amazing Garland ISD staff is busy preparing for your return. The 2020-21 school year will look and feel different, but we are all in this...
View ArticleGISD announces new campus administrators for 2020-21
Several Garland ISD campuses will welcome new administration for the 2020-21 school year. A list of recent appointments is below.*Principals:Caldwell Elementary School - Victoria AcevedoCoyle Middle...
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