Garland ISD teacher named Region 10 Elementary Teacher of the Year

Garland ISD teacher named Region 10 Elementary Teacher of the Year

Back Elementary’s Ashley Ross to compete for Texas Teacher of the Year Garland, TX (August 4, 2025) — Garland ISD is proud to announce that Back Elementary’s Ashley Ross has been named the 2026 Region 10 Elementary Teacher of the Year. Known for her joyful teaching style, focus on inclusivity, and ability to build meaningful […]

Garland ISD 2025-2026 Free and Reduced-Price Meals and Community Eligibility Provision (CEP)

Garland ISD 2025-2026 Free and Reduced-Price Meals and Community Eligibility Provision (CEP)

Garland, TX (July 24, 2025) – Garland Independent School District announced its policy for serving meals to children served under the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program for the 2025-2026 school year.  Fifty-four sites qualify to operate the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) for the 2025-2026 school year.  CEP allows for all students enrolled […]

McRae’s American Bistro celebrates two years with a Star-Spangled Birthday Bash and Prix Fixe Menu

McRae’s American Bistro celebrates two years with a Star-Spangled Birthday Bash and Prix Fixe Menu

EAST DALLAS, TX (June 17, 2025) – McRae’s American Bistro & Cocktails is turning two — and celebrating in star-spangled style this Fourth of July weekend! The East Dallas neighborhood gem (9913 Garland Road in East Dallas) invites guests to join in a weekend of great food, festive vibes, and patriotic cheer as part of its Star-Spangled […]

Garland ISD Natatorium to be renamed in honor of longtime Trustee, Larry Glick

Garland ISD Natatorium to be renamed in honor of longtime Trustee, Larry Glick

GARLAND, Texas (June 12, 2025) – Garland ISD is proud to announce the renaming of the GISD Natatorium in honor of longtime Board Trustee Larry H. Glick, a dedicated advocate for public education who has served the district since 2007. The renaming ceremony will take place on Friday, June 13, 2025, at 9 a.m. at the Natatorium, […]

Rowlett High School senior places first in the state for Motorcycle Service Technology

Rowlett High School senior places first in the state for Motorcycle Service Technology

Rowlett, TX (May 12, 2025) – When Rowlett High School senior Alexa Garcia-Alexander first enrolled in the Outdoor Power class at the Gilbreath-Reed Career and Technical Center (GRCTC), she didn’t expect to place first in the state for Motorcycle Service Technology at the SkillsUSA Texas Leadership and Skills Conference just a few months later. “I […]

Rockwall-Heath, Rowlett, North Forney, Terrell, and Wylie high schools nominated for Broadway Dallas musical theatre awards

Rockwall-Heath, Rowlett, North Forney, Terrell, and Wylie high schools nominated for Broadway Dallas musical theatre awards

Dallas, TX (April 7, 2025) – Broadway Dallas is pleased to announce the 2025 nominees for the 14th Annual Broadway Dallas High School Musical Theatre Awards (HSMTA) presented by New York Life. The awards ceremony will take place live at the Music Hall at Fair Park on Saturday, May 17, 2025. Tickets are on sale Monday, April 7 at 10 a.m. […]

Hella Shrine Texas Chili Championship calling volunteer judges

Hella Shrine Texas Chili Championship calling volunteer judges

Garland, TX (March 11, 2025) – Hella Shrine in Garland is hosting the Texas Men’s State Chili Championship the weekend of March 22-23 and judges are needed! With over 100 chili chefs expected on Saturday and 60 chefs on Sunday, there will be plenty of chili entries to sample. The weekend includes live music, vendors, […]

Garland ISD opens Security Training Center to enhance school safety with first responder training

Garland ISD opens Security Training Center to enhance school safety with first responder training

Garland, TX (November 22, 2024) – In a significant step toward strengthening safety in Garland ISD schools, the district proudly announces the launch of the GISD Security Training Center. Housed in a former elementary school, this facility is designed to better prepare law enforcement and emergency responders for real-world school safety challenges. The center provides […]