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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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New administrative appointments for GISD campuses
Garland ISD selected for five-year Holdsworth Center partnership to grow outstanding leaders
Garland ISD is proud to be one of six districts chosen for The Holdsworth Center Partnership, a five-year journey that will help us grow more strong, inspiring leaders to help teachers thrive and students succeed.
GISD invited to join TEA’s System of Great Schools Network
SGS is committed to a common goal: more students in better schools every year. Eighteen districts have joined SGS from 2017-19, and GISD is proud to be a member of Cohort 4, launching this year.
GISD Receives EVERFI Champion Seal Designation
With less than five percent of districts across the nation earning this award, it acknowledges GISD’s dedication to transformational change in the interest of equity and the well-being of all students.
District earns Certificate of Achievement for financial reporting
Garland ISD's history of being financially responsible, stretching budgets, doing more with less and being good stewards of taxpayer dollars is being recognized by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada.
Dyslexia services expanding in GISD
New superintendent launches listening tour
In February, Dr. López launched a listening tour to gain feedback for future planning. He asked students, staff, families and communities three simple questions through the end of the school year.
Superintendent launches listening tour
Garland ISD’s new superintendent, Dr. Ricardo López, is meeting with students, families, staff and community to help with future-planning for the district.