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Featured News
November 14, 2025 by GISD Communications
Bussey MS Counseling Team Earns Rising Star Award
Recognized with Texas’ Rising Star Award, Bussey Middle School’s counselors demonstrate an unmatched commitment to student achievement, emotional wellness, and community.
Featured News
November 6, 2025 by GISD Communications
Garland ISD Water Polo Celebrates All-District Athletes
Garland ISD’s water polo program continues to make an unmatched impact as students earn all-district honors and showcase the strength of a growing sport across the district.
Featured News
October 30, 2025 by GISD Communications
GISD Achieves Perfect Score on State Financial Integrity Rating
Garland ISD earned a perfect 100 on the TEA’s Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST), showcasing exceptional financial management, transparency, and accountability.
Featured News
October 29, 2025 by GISD Communications
Walnut Glen Earns Third-Highest TEA Score in Texas
Walnut Glen Academy for Excellence earns a 98 TEA rating, tying for the third-highest among Texas elementary schools and the highest in Garland ISD.
Featured News
October 21, 2025 by GISD Communications
How GISD built a "College For All" model that's changing lives
In 2025, roughly 15% of GISD graduates earned an associate's degree alongside their high school diploma, a percentage that ranks among the highest in Texas and likely the nation for large urban school districts.
Recent news
GISD Wins 2024 TAEA District of Distinction Award
Garland ISD has received the Texas Art Education Association District of Distinction award, which is only given to the top 5.5% of school districts across the state.
Essential Tips for Back-to-School Success
These essential tips can build a solid foundation and prepare your student for success.
N. Garland HOSA Champions Shine on the International Stage
The senior team placed first at the International Leadership Conference this summer, beating over 50 teams from the United States, Mexico, Canada, and China.
Board Bond Update Recap 7/23/24
Watch the recording and see a summary of the recent Bond 2023 Board update.
GISD Spring Break Update 2024-2025
Garland ISD will not adjust Spring Break dates for the 2024-2025 school year to match Dallas College's recently revised academic calendar.
Ten GISD Schools Make Texas Honor Roll
Ten GISD schools have been named to the annual Texas Honor Roll, presented by the Educational Results Partnership.
GHS Speech and Debate Team Shines at National Tournament
The Garland High School Speech and Debate Team is celebrating after competing at the National Speech and Debate Tournament.
GISD Student Nutrition Services Expands Summer Meal Programs
Garland ISD Student Nutrition Services has expanded the Summer Meal Program this year to better serve the community. In addition to providing breakfast and lunch at select campuses, meals will also be available at five community sites, and curbside meal pickup will be available in Rowlett.
GISD Asst. AD Inducted into El Paso Athletic Hall of Fame
The El Paso Athletic Hall of Fame has announced its newest inductee, Garland ISD Assistant Director of Athletics Mike Williams.
Board Bond Update Recap 6/11/24
Watch the recording and see a summary of the recent Bond 2023 Board update.