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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.
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
Garland ISD Celebrates 11 National Merit Semifinalists
Garland ISD is proud to recognize 11 high school students who have been named semifinalists in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship competition.
NGHS Teacher Honored with 2025 Yale Educator Award
North Garland High School teacher Anne Rojas earns Yale’s top educator honor for inspiring students to reach their full potential.
Superintendent Dr. Ricardo López Guides Texas Education Forward
As president of the Texas School Alliance, Dr. Ricardo López represents 51 of the state’s largest districts while continuing to serve as Garland ISD superintendent, leading superintendents across Texas and advocating for innovative programs and academic success for every student.
GISD Opens First New Elementary Playgrounds
Elementary students will enjoy safe, accessible, and fun new playgrounds made possible by the 2023 bond.
Leadership GISD Cohort Takes on “Principal for a Day”
Leadership GISD cohort members stepped into the shoes of Garland ISD principals, exploring campuses across the district and gaining an inside look at leadership, programs, and student life.
GISD Featured in Video Celebrating the Power of Public Schools
See how a Liberty Grove Elementary family and former GISD Board President are helping showcase the power of public schools in a Texas Association of School Board (TASB) video.
Rowlett Elementary Makes History as One of America’s Healthiest Schools
Rowlett Elementary earns national recognition for student health and wellness, becoming the first campus in Garland ISD to reach this milestone. #GISDUnmatched #BuiltDifferent
Leadership GISD Returns to Build Community Advocates
Garland ISD’s community leadership program returns to connect local leaders with classrooms, district priorities, and student success.
Austin Academy Becomes GISD’s First Purple Star Campus
Austin Academy has earned the Purple Star Campus designation from the TEA, becoming Garland ISD’s first school recognized for its commitment to supporting military-connected students and families. #GISDUnmatched #BuiltDifferent
Thriving in Two Languages: Inside GISD's Dual Language Immersion Program
At Hickman Elementary, students in Garland ISD’s Vietnamese Dual Language Program gain an unmatched opportunity to master both English and Vietnamese while celebrating their culture.