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Featured News
September 24, 2026 by GISD Communications
CTE Pathways Build Real-World Success for GRCTC Architecture Students
Armed with industry-standard software credentials and hands-on preparation from the GRCTC, students Nailah Davis and Sierra "Kai" Mejia proved high school talent belongs at the professional table.
Featured News
September 16, 2026 by GISD Communications
Unmatched Legacy Drives Garland ISD into a Landmark Year
Celebrating its 125th anniversary and its designation as the 2026 H-E-B Texas District of the Year, Garland ISD showcases what makes it unmatched by highlighting personal perseverance, individual identity, and the unique stories that shape the district.
Featured News
September 11, 2026 by GISD Communications
Garland ISD Celebrates 7 National Merit Semifinalists
Seven Garland ISD seniors from three campuses have been named National Merit Semifinalists in the 2027 competition, placing them among the top one percent of high school academic performers nationwide.
Featured News
September 10, 2026 by GISD Communications
GISD G/T Administrator to Lead Statewide TAGT Board
After more than a decade of expanding and modernizing GISD's Gifted and Talented program, Dr. Cheryl Beard is stepping into a historic role as President-Elect of the Texas Association for the Gifted and Talented.
Featured News
September 3, 2026 by GISD Communications
Mustang Pride Stands Tall at New Sachse HS MAC
Sachse High School celebrated the grand opening of its new Multi-Program Activity Center, giving athletics, fine arts, and campus programs a safe, climate-controlled space to practice year-round.
Recent news
2025 Garland ISD Teachers of the Year
Congratulations to the 2025 Garland ISD Teachers of the Year!
2025 Garland ISD Paraprofessionals of the Year
Congratulations to the 2025 Campus and Department Paraprofessionals of the Year!
Focused and Fearless: Taber Torres’ Unstoppable Drive
Balancing academics, athletics, and leadership, Sachse High School senior Taber Torres proves that unstoppable determination can lead to success. #GISDUnmatched
Board Bond Update Recap 2/11/25
Watch the recording and see a summary of the recent Bond 2023 Board update.
Two GISD Schools Recognized for Advancing Women in Computer Science
Two Garland ISD schools are breaking barriers in tech education by earning national recognition for expanding opportunities for female students in computer science.
Proactive Protection: How GISD Keeps Schools Clean & Safe
GISD is tackling flu season head-on with nightly electrostatic disinfection, ensuring cleaner, safer schools for students and staff.
Brandenburg MS Becomes GISD’s First National Merit School of Distinction
Brandenburg Middle School has set an unmatched standard for excellence in academics, arts, and community engagement, achieving a groundbreaking milestone as the first campus in GISD to be named a National Merit School of Distinction.
Board Bond Update Recap 1/14/25
Watch the recording and see a summary of the recent Bond 2023 Board update.
TEA and Garland ISD Spread Holiday Cheer to Bussey MS Students
TEA and Garland ISD team up to bring holiday magic to Bussey Middle School, proving the power of community-driven compassion.
Racing Beyond Limits: Unmatched Passion and Purpose on the Track
Three sisters from Rowlett are making national waves with their BMX team, L.O.V.E. Racing, inspiring young riders to push beyond limits with passion, teamwork, and purpose. #GISDUnmatched