GARLAND,TX. (June 29, 2015) The Garland ISD Board of Trustees announced a plan to fill its Place 4 seat, which will become unoccupied after Dr. Cindy Castañeda’s resignation takes effect Aug. 18. The Board of Trustees plans to fill this vacancy by appointment. To select this appointment, the board will accept applications from qualified individuals […]
GARLAND,TX. (June 11, 2015) Garland-based IKandy Foundation will host a basketball camp featuring NBA Pro Ike Diogu, who started the foundation to help disadvantaged children. The skills clinic, which will include coaching and drills on everything from shooting and rebounding to conditioning and teamwork, is co-hosted by the Garland Owls in the Garland High School […]
(June 8, 2015) GARLAND,TX. Two Garland ISD teachers received a special surprise June 3 that sweetened their end-of-year celebrations. Samantha Patten and Marie Walker-Peterson were named 2014-15 District Teachers of the Year. “It is my pleasure to present this award,” said Superintendent Bob Morrison as he handed each a commemorative plaque. “Thank you for your […]
(GARLAND, TX – May 11, 2015) Additional safety measures will be in place for Garland ISD’s Board of Trustees work session Tuesday evening. Guests will notice an increased presence by district Security and Garland Police as a precautionary measure. They will also be required to enter the building through the south annex doors closest to […]
(GARLAND, TX – April 24, 2015) Leadership Garland will host “Garland Gives Day” in which approximately 10 community service projects will be completed. One of those projects is a unique photo scavenger hunt that will benefit multiple outreach organizations in the city. Known as the Get to Know Garland Race, the event will begin at Garland Fire Station 1 […]
Baylor-affiliated Hope Clinic Moves into New Facility, Receives Top National Recognition (GARLAND, TX – April 14, 2015) Hope Clinic in Garland has a lot to celebrate these days. The 501(c)3 non-profit, faith-based community clinic has been providing medical care and resources for Garland’s medically indigent since 2002, operating out of small, overcrowded quarters. It recently […]
ROWLETT, TX (Feb 5, 2015) The members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, who attend the Garner Road meetinghouse in Rowlett, are inviting the general public to attend a building open house from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7. Everyone in the community is welcome to attend this free, special event. […]
ROWLETT, TX (Jan. 18, 2015) The members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, who attend the Garner Road meetinghouse in Rowlett, are inviting the general public to attend a building open house from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7. Everyone in the community is welcome to attend this free, special event. […]
GARLAND,TX. (November 5, 2014) As an educator, counselor and member of the local police force, a Garland ISD School Resource Officer (SRO) plays a vital role in a school’s environment. But educating students about the legal system and personal safety is not an SRO’s only job, they also bring awareness to drug and violence prevention […]
GARLAND,TX. (October 6, 2014) Future Aggies, Bears, Bucks, Longhorns, Raiders and more recently showed pride for their respective educational institutions during Garland ISD’s College Day. “This is a way for students, staff and administration to support higher education and show college school spirit,” said Director of Guidance and Counseling Ruby Armstrong. “Many posted pictures wearing […]