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May 22, 2026 by GISD Communications
Brandenburg MS Teacher, Principal Named AVID Award Finalists
Brandenburg Middle School's Randy King and Sarah Rock are earning recognition for revitalizing and expanding a student-centered AVID program focused on leadership, collaboration, and future success.
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May 21, 2026 by GISD Communications
South Garland Grad Finds Full Circle Moment as Teacher, Coach
Mea Farmer returned to South Garland High School as a teacher and cheer coach, helping students build memories, traditions, and pride on campus.
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May 20, 2026 by GISD Communications
GISD Educators and Student Earn Statewide Honors from TABSE
Two Garland ISD educators and a student are earning statewide recognition from TABSE for their impact, leadership, and achievements.
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May 19, 2026 by GISD Communications
GHS Volleyball Player Earns Positive Athlete Honor
A Garland High School student-athlete is earning recognition for making an impact both on and off the court.
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May 18, 2026 by GISD Communications
GISD Alumni Return to Lead Auto Tech at South Garland HS
Two alumni have returned to South Garland High School as Auto Tech teachers, helping students build skills and confidence through the same CTE programs that helped shape their own futures.
Recent news
August 1, 2025 | by GISD Communications
August 2025 Bond Update Video
See construction scenes from the high school multi-program activity centers and Freeman Elementary projects.
Bond
Freeman
High school
July 28, 2025 | by GISD Communications
Summer 7-on-7 Keeps GISD Football Teams Sharp for the Season Ahead
Before Friday Night Lights returns, Garland ISD football players are putting in the work. Fast-paced 7-on-7 matchups are helping teams prepare for the upcoming fall season.
Athletics
Football
High school
July 28, 2025 | by GISD Communications
Building Tomorrow: GISD Breaks Ground on New Campuses and MACs
Garland ISD breaks ground on nine game-changing projects designed to transform learning and unlock new opportunities for students.
Athletics
Bond
Fine arts
Freeman
Garland High School
Kimberlin
Lakeview Centennial
Naaman Forest
North Garland
Rowlett High School
Sachse High School
South Garland
July 27, 2025 | by GISD Communications
Board Bond Update Recap 7/22/25
Watch the recording and see a summary of the recent Bond 2023 Board update.
Board Bond Committee
Bond
Elementary
Freeman
Garland High School
High school
Middle school
Naaman Forest
North Garland
South Garland
Technology
July 15, 2025 | by GISD Communications
Board Bond Update Recap 6/10/25
Watch the recording and see a summary of the recent Bond 2023 Board update.
Board Bond Committee
Bond
Elementary
Freeman
Garland High School
High school
Naaman Forest
North Garland
Technology
June 25, 2025 | by GISD Communications
Inside the Blueprint of GISD’s Future
The Timeline, the Progress, and the Promise of Bond 2023
Bond
June 24, 2025 | by GISD Communications
Garland ISD Renames Natatorium to Honor Trustee Larry H. Glick
Garland ISD honors Trustee Larry H. Glick’s legacy with a lasting tribute that will make waves, save lives, and inspire students for generations to come.
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Natatorium
June 3, 2025 | by GISD Communications
Garland ISD Hits Historic Milestone in College Readiness
Garland ISD shattered records in college readiness, reaching its highest-ever Texas Success Initiative goal and setting a course toward a 60% readiness rate by 2030.
May 27, 2025 | by GISD Communications
First-Year AP Cohort Empowers Emerging Leaders Across GISD
GISD’s AP Cohort helped first-year leaders grow together and become stronger leaders.
Recognition
May 20, 2025 | by GISD Communications
Board Bond Update Recap 5/13/25
Watch the recording and see a summary of the recent Bond 2023 Board update.
Board Bond Committee
Bond
Elementary
Freeman
Garland High School
High school
Naaman Forest
North Garland
Technology
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