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 […]
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 […]
Projections indicate that Garland ISD will receive a B rating, with the number of A-rated high schools expected to triple, as three high school campuses are on track to earn A ratings. Garland, TX (August 15, 2024) – Garland Independent School District is dedicated to providing an unparalleled education experience for every student. In the […]
Garland, TX (July 29, 2024) – 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 2024-2025 school year. Fifty-five sites (listed below) qualify to operate the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) for the 2024-2025 school year. CEP allows for all […]
Garland, TX (June 20, 2024) – Garland ISD is proud to announce the return and expansion of its Summer Meal Program, managed by Student Nutrition Services (SNS). This initiative continues to provide nutritious breakfasts and lunches to children throughout the GISD community. This year, GISD has broadened the scope of the Summer Meal Program. Alongside […]
Rowlett, TX (April 3, 2024) – Herfurth Elementary PTA is pleased to announce an upcoming Family Fire Safety Event, inviting families from Herfurth Elementary and the Rowlett community to participate. The event, organized in collaboration with the National PTA and sponsored by Kidde as part of the Cause for Alarm™ campaign, will take place on […]
Garland, TX (February 20, 2024) – Garland ISD is pleased to announce the return of its highly anticipated Black History Program for the third consecutive year. Under the theme “My Story, My Dance,” this year’s event promises an evening of celebration and cultural enrichment. Hosted by the Garland ISD Family and Community Engagement (FACE) Department, […]
GARLAND ISD, TX (Feb. 19, 2024) The Texas Association of School Business Officials (TASBO) announced Dr. Shelley Garrett, Assistant Superintendent of Safety & Operations at Garland ISD, earned her Registered Texas School Business Administrator (RTSBA) certification. TASBO certifications are highly respected and often encouraged by school districts as a way to gain real-world knowledge of […]
Garland, TX (February 15, 2024) – Garland ISD is thrilled to announce that its board of trustees has been named an Outstanding School Board finalist for the 2024 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards. The Garland ISD School Board is one of five statewide finalists selected for the distinguished achievement. The seven-member Board is comprised of […]
Garland, TX (February 15, 2024) – The Commit Partnership has introduced a new award program, The Dallas County Economic Mobility Awards. We proudly announce that Garland ISD has been recognized for its exceptional performance in 2023 and is one of three recipients of the inaugural award. The program will award $25,000 to each public school […]