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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
2021-22 Campus Teachers of the Year Announced
Congrats to the 71 teachers honored as 2021-22 Campus Teachers of the Year.
Choose #TheGISDEffect for success
Learn about the Choice of School and magnet application timelines as well as why you should be a part of #TheGISDEffect.
Two RHS juniors selected for prestigious program
Two Rowlett High School students have been selected to attend one of the most respected and selective educational programs of government instruction for high school students.
GISD grad surprises Centerville ES students with big gifts
Garland ISD graduate Megan Stoeckl spearheaded a fundraising campaign to surprise all 276 Centerville Elementary students with scooters, blankets, toys, snacks and more before Winter Break.
GISD, Noon Exchange bring children holiday cheer
Every year, the Garland ISD Salvation Army Angel adoption drive and the Noon Exchange of Garland’s Children’s Christmas Party make holiday wishes come true for hundreds of children during the season of giving.
GISD names 2021 Elementary Greeting Card Contest winners
See the winners of our annual winter greeting card contest for 2021.
#ChooseGarlandISD Expo showcases excellence, opportunities
More than 700 people experienced #TheGISDEffect at the #ChooseGarlandISD Expo Tuesday, Dec. 7.
Tinsel & Trivia brings cheer, competition and funds in the name of student learning
The Garland ISD Education Foundation's annual holiday-themed fundraising event raised $127,000-plus to support students and teachers. All money raised will help support innovative learning.
Students, staff honor Veterans Day
Garland ISD students and staff honored our brave men and women in uniform during Veterans Day events Nov. 11.
The GISD Effect is Strong in Garland ISD
The GISD Effect is a movement to share all the extraordinary things GISD is doing that impact our community. Over the lifetime of GISD, we have reshaped countless lives. For a year and a half, COVID-19 has created challenges for educators across the globe. Yet, despite the pandemic, administrators, teachers, staff and the community have risen to ensure students' success across our tri-cities. This energy and passion are all part of The GISD Effect.