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May 22, 2026 by GISD Communications
Brandenburg MS Teacher, Principal Named AVID Award Finalists
Brandenburg Middle School's Randy King and Sarah Rock are earning recognition for revitalizing and expanding a student-centered AVID program focused on leadership, collaboration, and future success.
Featured News
May 21, 2026 by GISD Communications
South Garland Grad Finds Full Circle Moment as Teacher, Coach
Mea Farmer returned to South Garland High School as a teacher and cheer coach, helping students build memories, traditions, and pride on campus.
Featured News
May 20, 2026 by GISD Communications
GISD Educators and Student Earn Statewide Honors from TABSE
Two Garland ISD educators and a student are earning statewide recognition from TABSE for their impact, leadership, and achievements.
Featured News
May 19, 2026 by GISD Communications
GHS Volleyball Player Earns Positive Athlete Honor
A Garland High School student-athlete is earning recognition for making an impact both on and off the court.
Featured News
May 18, 2026 by GISD Communications
GISD Alumni Return to Lead Auto Tech at South Garland HS
Two alumni have returned to South Garland High School as Auto Tech teachers, helping students build skills and confidence through the same CTE programs that helped shape their own futures.
Recent news
Abbett Elementary Fourth Graders Participate in Discover Texas Field Trip
Fourth graders from Abbett Elementary traveled to Fort Worth on an Education in Action Discover Texas Field Trip, visiting the Fort Worth Stockyards, the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame, and the Cattle Raisers Museum.
Spring Creek Fifth Graders Participate in Discover Texas Field Trip
Fifth graders from Spring Creek Elementary traveled to Georgetown and Waco on an Education in Action Discover Texas Field Trip, visiting Inner Space Cavern and the Waco Mammoth National Monument.
Brandenburg MS Teacher, Principal Named AVID Award Finalists
Brandenburg Middle School's Randy King and Sarah Rock are earning recognition for revitalizing and expanding a student-centered AVID program focused on leadership, collaboration, and future success.
South Garland Grad Finds Full Circle Moment as Teacher, Coach
Mea Farmer returned to South Garland High School as a teacher and cheer coach, helping students build memories, traditions, and pride on campus.
GISD Educators and Student Earn Statewide Honors from TABSE
Two Garland ISD educators and a student are earning statewide recognition from TABSE for their impact, leadership, and achievements.
Walnut Glen Fourth Graders Participate in Discover Texas Field Trip
Fourth graders from Walnut Glen Academy for Excellence traveled to San Antonio and New Braunfels on an Education in Action Discover Texas Field Trip, visiting the Texas State Capitol, The Alamo, and Inner Space Cavern.
GHS Volleyball Player Earns Positive Athlete Honor
A Garland High School student-athlete is earning recognition for making an impact both on and off the court.
GISD Alumni Return to Lead Auto Tech at South Garland HS
Two alumni have returned to South Garland High School as Auto Tech teachers, helping students build skills and confidence through the same CTE programs that helped shape their own futures.
Sachse HS Senior’s Animated Film Wins Audience Award at DIFF
Sachse senior Sidney Mallari made Garland ISD history when her animated short, VALUE, competed alongside productions from around the world at DIFF.
Dorsey Fifth Graders Participate in Discover Texas Field Trip
Fifth graders from Norma Dorsey Elementary traveled to Austin on an Education in Action Discover Texas Field Trip, visiting the Texas State Capitol and the Bullock Texas State History Museum.