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March 24, 2026 by GISD Communications
SGHS Senior Wins State Women’s Powerlifting Championship
A’jaLynn Bostic delivered a record-breaking sweep at state, setting four records and winning the first Women's Powerlifting Championship title for South Garland HS and Garland ISD.
Featured News
March 12, 2026 by GISD Communications
Breakfast in the Classroom Program Showcased During School Breakfast Week
During National School Breakfast Week, Garland ISD’s Student Nutrition Services (SNS) team showcased its Breakfast in the Classroom program during a visit from a federal health leader, highlighting how school breakfast helps students start the day ready to learn.
Featured News
February 25, 2026 by GISD Communications
GRCTC Students Deliver Real-World Impact Through Free Tax Services
GRCTC students are preparing free tax returns for Garland ISD employees this tax season, gaining hands-on career experience.
Featured News
February 16, 2026 by GISD Communications
Fourteen Schools Earn Texas Honor Roll Recognition
Unmatched excellence continues across Garland ISD as 14 schools earn Texas Honor Roll recognition for strong results across all student groups.
Featured News
February 11, 2026 by GISD Communications
How the GRCTC Prepares Students for High-Demand Careers After Graduation
Courses are taught by industry professionals who bring real-world experience into state-of-the-art learning spaces equipped with industry-grade technology.
Recent news
RHS Alum’s Letterman Jacket Turns Up in Japan
A donated Rowlett High School letterman jacket ended up in a clothing store across the world. The best part? The original owner was found.
Garland HS Students Take the Director’s Chair on CGTV
Garland High School film students take the director’s chair to produce a weekly CGTV series showcasing their short films and creativity for the City of Garland.
Garland ISD, Board Named Finalists for H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards
Garland ISD and its Board of Trustees have been named finalists for the 2026 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards, recognizing their continued focus on student success.
Two Elementary Campuses Take Shape in Garland ISD
The new Freeman Elementary and Kimberlin Academy for Excellence campuses demonstrate the district’s focus on student success and community investment.
GHS Alum Gives Back Through L.A.K.E. Foundation
Garland High School alum and former NFL player Adrian Phillips gave back through his L.A.K.E. Foundation by hosting a holiday celebration for a small group of students.
GISD Elementary Students Help Break Sport Stacking World Record
Garland ISD students across several campuses combined speed, skill, and fun to help set a new Sport Stacking world record.
State Representative Shares Her Love of Reading with Students
Davis Elementary welcomed State Representative Ana-María Rodríguez Ramos to read to second-grade and third-grade students ahead of winter break.
Second Graders Learn Water Safety at Larry H. Glick Natatorium
Every second grader in Garland ISD has the chance to dive into an essential life skill: staying safe around water through the district’s Water Safety Program.
Student Nutrition Services Earns Recognition Awards
Student Nutrition Services recently received three 2025 Healthy Meals Incentives Recognition Awards from Action for Healthy Kids, including Lunch Trailblazer, Innovation in Nutrition Education, and Innovation in the Preparation of School Meals.
Bussey MS Counseling Team Earns Rising Star Award
Recognized with Texas’ Rising Star Award, Bussey Middle School’s counselors demonstrate an unmatched commitment to student achievement, emotional wellness, and community.