Community invited to attend GISD Band Festival (Garland ISD) October 4, 2012 – With 19 middle and high school bands, it’s no wonder that Garland ISD was named a 2012 “Best Community for Music Education” by the National Association of Music Merchants. Don’t miss the opportunity to see all of GISD’s band students in one […]
September 30, 2012 – Some believe the quality of a school district can be equated with the quality of its teachers. Garland ISD believes that staff members like Willie Bogar, literacy and math specialist at Walnut Glen Academy, are a testament to the district’s commitment to student success. Bogar is a 44-year veteran of education, […]
(Garland ISD) September 29, 2012 – Singled out as some of the highest performing schools in the state, Kimberlin Academy for Excellence, Rowlett Elementary, and Walnut Glen Academy for Excellence were named finalists in the National Title I Distinguished Schools Recognition Program. The three campuses are among only seven in Texas to receive this distinction, […]
(Rockwall) September 12, 2012 – Step right up to experience the sights, sounds and tastes of The Harbor, North Texas’ premier dining, shopping and entertainment district on the picturesque shores of Lake Ray Hubbard. The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce presents “Rockin’ at The Harbor,” a circus-themed evening of progressive pop-in parties and live music under […]
(Garland ISD) September 20, 2012 – Students and staff at Garland ISD’s Kimberlin Academy for Excellence are in training to become one of the healthiest schools in North Texas. They were chosen this year to participate in the Healthy Zone School Recognition Program. Developed by the Cooper Institute, in partnership with the United Way of […]
(Garland ISD) September 20, 2012 – Just as society is ever-changing, so are public school classrooms. Garland ISD recognizes that students today learn differently than those in the past, and that each student has an individual learning style. For this reason, GISD teachers are always looking for engaging ways to educate their classes. Often incorporating […]
(Garland ISD) September 16, 2012 – What happens when a student requires serious medical attention at school? According to Texas law, Garland ISD is not responsible for any expenses incurred as the result of bodily injury or property damage while on campus. “Broken limbs, cuts, and various sicknesses are the most common occurrences,” said GISD […]
(Garland ISD) September 16, 2012 – The Garland ISD Council of PTAs kicked off the 2012-13 school year with its first meeting on September 5. Mayors Ron Jones of Garland and Todd Gottel of Rowlett, along with Mayor Pro Tem of Sachse Jared Patterson, were all in attendance. The city leaders each read proclamations declaring […]
(Garland ISD) September 13, 2012 – Only 12 years old, Holden Wisener already has his future figured out. He wants to become a professional golfer, playing on par with Rory McIlroy, Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods. The Brandenburg Academy sixth grader appears to be well on his way, practicing almost every day after school until […]
September 10, 2012 – Lake Pointe Medical Center, based in Rowlett, is celebrating its 25th anniversary of being in operation. LPMC serves the residents of Rockwall, Rowlett, Royse City and the surrounding communities. Opening its doors on February 11, 1987, LPMC was home to 67 employees and quickly began recruiting local volunteers – including Rockwall resident, Charlene […]