Rowlett Rotary delivers needed resource to GISD schools
An organization centered around service, the Rowlett Rotary Club is meeting the needs of several Garland ISD schools by donating copy paper to the district?s nine elementary campuses in Rowlett.
View ArticleAttendance feature added to Online Gradebook
In addition to seeing assignments, scores, and averages, parents can now also access their child?s attendance record through a new feature added to Online Gradebook Nov. 19.
View ArticleSuperintendent search survey open to public
Garland ISD Trustees are seeking public input regarding the district?s superintendent search process and today announced an online survey to help them collect information.
View ArticleDistrict Highlights #6
The Holiday season is around the corner, but that does not slow down any of the GISD schools.
View ArticleCommunity invited to opening of DART Rail in Rowlett
DART is inviting Garland ISD students, staff, parents, and community members to get a sneak peek of the Blue Line Rail extension on Dec. 1 during a Super Saturday celebration from 3-6 p.m.
View ArticleTwenty-third annual Career Day prepares Webb MS students for the future
On Nov. 14, more than 50 Garland ISD staff and community members spent the morning at Webb Middle School, talking with students about their job duties and professional experiences.
View ArticleAerial pictures document progress on new Daugherty Elementary
After opening its doors in 1952, one of Garland ISD?s oldest campuses closed them for the last time June 19?that?s when a massive reconstruction project began at Daugherty Elementary School.
View ArticleBoard Notes: November 27, 2012
Garland ISD enlisted the help of students, staff and parents to create next year?s 2013-14 school calendar, which Trustees approved at the Nov. 27 board meeting.
View ArticleSchool PTAs honored for outstanding work
The connection between school and home, Garland ISD?s Parent Teacher Associations are essential parts of each campus. Several were recognized in November by the GISD Council of PTAs.
View ArticleGISD ties national record for number of graduates
According to the U.S. Department of Education, Texas had the third-highest graduation rate in the nation for the 2010-11 school year. But AEIS reports show GISD topping Texas? rate.
View ArticleGISD holiday shows number in the hundreds
Garland ISD has something for everyone this holiday season. More than 200 choir, band, theatrical, and other fine arts shows are scheduled before the district releases for winter break on Dec. 21.
View ArticleNaaman Forest HS wins 2012 College Readiness Award
Naaman Forest High School received a 2012 College Readiness Award from the Texas ACT Council for increasing the number students taking the ACT assessment over the past five years.
View ArticleSouth Garland HS students open full-service salon
South Garland High School's Cosmetology Department not only offers an opportunity to graduate with a professional license, but also opens a salon every year to provide real-world experience.
View ArticleBrandenburg MS play draws special guest
Christmas came early for theater students at Garland ISD?s Classical Center at Brandenburg Middle School. The campus? production of Totally RED! was visited by the play?s author on November 8.
View ArticleGISD robotics teams qualify for world championships
More than 600 of the best middle and high school teams from 15 countries will face off at the 2013 VEX Robotics World Championships, including two from GISD?both products of Austin Academy.
View ArticleBuddy program builds leaders at Club Hill ES
Fifth graders aren?t just students at Garland ISD?s Club Hill Elementary School. The campus? buddy program gives them extra responsibilities, including being a leader, role model, teacher, and friend.
View ArticleFifteen percent STAAR EOC rule deferred for second year
According to the Texas Education Agency, Commissioner of Education Michael Williams announced Nov. 30 that he will defer implementation of the 15-percent grading requirement for 2012-13.
View ArticleBaylor Surgical Demonstration
Dr. Russ Birdwell conducts a hands-on demonstration with GISD students.
View Article2012 GISD Holiday Greeting Cards
get into the Holiday Spirit and see the 2012 5th Grade greeting Cards from across the GISD!
View ArticleBoard Notes: December 11, 2012
Tuesday night?s work session in the Harris Hill Administration Building marked Curtis Culwell?s last Board of Trustees meeting as Garland ISD Superintendent.
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