9/8/20 Update: #GarlandISDF2F, instructional model changes, TRE
#GarlandISDF2FGarland ISD continued its historic start to the 2020-21 school year with the launch of face-to-face learning Sept. 8. We welcomed more than 18,000 students on campus for the first time in...
View Article9/9/20 Update: Free meals for all students, instructional model selection...
Free meals for all studentsGarland ISD Student Nutrition Services is excited to be able to offer free meals to all children 18 years of age and younger. The United States Department of Agriculture...
View Article9/14/20 Update: Selection form, Intersession, athletics, TRE and COVID-19...
Quarter 2 Selection Form deadlineFamilies still have time to change their instructional model selection of remote or face-to-face learning for the second grading period, which starts Oct. 12. The...
View ArticleGarland ISD leads the state in esports
Garland ISD is leading the state of Texas in esports. In an effort to provide more Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM) opportunities for students, Garland ISD launched esports clubs...
View ArticleGISD folklórico program promotes cultural awareness through dance
Garland ISD is committed to building cultural awareness, fostering inclusiveness and engaging all voices. That is our promise to students, staff and the tri-city community. It is also why our Board of...
View ArticleEnglish learners see success thanks to impactful courses
Garland ISD boasts a diverse population that speaks more than 100 languages. We pride ourselves in having a culturally rich community, and the district is dedicated to serving the needs of all. GISD is...
View ArticleGRCTC students earn scholarships totaling $22,500
Garland ISD recently celebrated nine Class of 2020 graduates who received a total of $22,500 from a business partner, mentor and regular guest speaker at the Gilbreath-Reed Career and Technical Center...
View ArticleDistrict earns Certificate of Achievement for financial reporting
Garland ISD has a history of being financially responsible, stretching its budgets, doing more with less and being good stewards of taxpayer dollars. Those efforts are being recognized by the...
View ArticleGISD purchases special fine arts face masks, instrument covers
At Garland ISD, the health and safety of students and staff is our top priority. We also want to ensure our students can pursue their passions, such as visual and perfoming arts. The district recently...
View ArticleAlumnus awarded bronze medal at national ACT-SO competition
Bringing national attention to Garland ISD, Class of 2020 Rowlett High School graduate Henry Dinkens was recently awarded a bronze medal at the 42nd NAACP ACT-SO National Competition. ACT-SO stands for...
View ArticleGISD libraries launch curbside service
Garland ISD school libraries provide our families access to a multitude of books, ebooks, audiobooks, and even research databases. Additionally, teachers and librarians work together to enhance...
View ArticleGISD coaches helping mentor future leaders through Hispanic organization
Three Garland ISD head coaches are impacting the world of football. The trio form part of the Hispanic TXHSFB Coaches Association, a one-year-old organization that aims to raise awareness for Latinos...
View ArticleAustin Academy named Mark of Excellence winner
Continuing a longstanding tradition of excellence, the Austin Academy Honors Orchestra–directed by Jane Samford–is a National Winner in the 2020 Mark of Excellence/ National Orchestra Honors project....
View ArticleGISD receives District of Distinction Award for visual arts
For the second year in a row, Garland ISD is being singled out as a premier district for Visual and Performing Arts. GISD recently received a 2020 District of Distinction Award from the Texas Art...
View ArticleGISD Newcomer Program provides nurturing environment for newly arrived students
Serving the communities of Garland, Rowlett and Sachse, Garland ISD's family of three cities offers diversity in all facets, including income, language and background.Memorial Pathway Academy's...
View ArticleGISD counselor becomes citizen, first-time voter
Naaman Forest High School counselor Raquel Gillham fell in love with the United States 19 years ago. After earning her degree in education, the Brazilian came to this country to learn English. What...
View Article#GISDCancerWarrior: Janessa Brewer
Garland ISD is celebrating and honoring breast cancer survivors and fighters during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In her own words, #GISDCancerWarrior and Kimberlin Academy for Excellence...
View ArticleHispanic Youth Organization empowers students to be involved in their...
The Hispanic Youth Organization (HYO) is an after-school organization that is focused on engaging Hispanic students at district high schools. Currently active at Garland and North Garland high schools,...
View Article#GISDCancerWarrior: Tanya Ramos
Garland ISD is celebrating and honoring breast cancer survivors and fighters during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In her own words, #GISDCancerWarrior and Director of Human Resources Tanya Ramos...
View ArticleGISD Executive Director to serve in leadership of state professional...
The Texas School Public Relations Association (TSPRA) is a professional organization with more than 1,000 members who are dedicated to improving public education in Texas via quality communication...
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