Board

Board President Linda Griffin honored by Dallas County

Feb 7, 2017 | by Caren Rodriguez

Recognized as an unsung hero whose actions positively impact the community, President Griffin was thanked by the Dallas County Commissioners Court Feb. 7.

GISD board, administration participate in Legislative Priorities Press Conference

Jan 13, 2017 | by Tiffany Veno

Standing with superintendents and board members from more than 60 North Texas districts, Garland ISD leaders participated in the Region X Area Legislative Priorities Press Conference.

Board Notes: January 10, 2017

Jan 12, 2017 | by Tiffany Veno

Getting a head start on future literary careers, 18 Garland ISD fourth, fifth and sixth-graders received recognition during the district’s Jan. 10 board meeting as published authors. Trustees awarded them Evidence of Excellence certificates for winning the 2016 I Write Short Stories by Kids for Kids contest. They are among just 70 students to have short stories and poems selected for a recently-released anthology.

Board of Trustees take preliminary steps to becoming a District of Innovation

Jan 8, 2017 | by TBD

On December 13, 2016, the Garland ISD Board of Trustees adopted a resolution to explore becoming a District of Innovation. Becoming a District of Innovation offers public school districts various opportunities for increased flexibility with state statutes in order to better serve students and the community.

Board of Trustees names interim superintendent

Dec 27, 2016 | by Tiffany Veno

It is with great pleasure that the Garland ISD Board of Trustees today unanimously selected Dr. Deborah Cron as Interim Superintendent of Schools.

Garland Independent School District joint statement of the Board of Trustees and Bob Morrison

Dec 20, 2016 | by Tiffany Veno

Bob Morrison has announced his retirement and resignation as Superintendent of Schools for the Garland Independent School District. The board extends its best wishes to Dr. Morrison in his future endeavors.

Board Notes: December 13, 2016

Dec 14, 2016 | by Tiffany Veno

The Board of Trustees approved more than 100 new courses for 2017-18 and passed a resolution expressing interest in pursuing a District of Innovation title. Several new administrative appointments were also named.

Board Notes: November 7, 2016

Nov 8, 2016 | by Tiffany Veno

Trustees relived the Ready 1:1 iPad rollout with a highlight video of recent hallway parades celebrating the exciting opportunities now open to students. They also received 2016-17 Campus Improvement Plans and the proposed 2017-18 school calendar.

Board Notes: October 31, 2016

Oct 31, 2016 | by Tiffany Veno

Less than a year away from opening, Garland ISD’s new Career and Technical Education Center now has a name. Trustees also approved moving the Natatorium from Phase 4 to Phase 3 in the bond program.

Board Notes: October 25, 2016

Oct 26, 2016 | by Tiffany Veno

The Texas Education Agency recently released financial accountability ratings for the 2015-16 fiscal year, and Garland ISD received the highest possible. New updates to the district’s Gifted and Talented program were also announced.