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art tours for Arlington ISD students - Wimbish fifth graders arrive at AT&T stadium

Whataburger and Dallas Cowboys offer art tours for Arlington ISD students

October 18, 2024
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Art tours for Arlington ISD students The Dallas Cowboys have proven that football and art go together, and now Whataburger is proving that hamburgers go with art, too. So, forget about the Dallas Cowboys game last Sunday. Forget about the Lions and all the media noise. At least for a moment. Because the Jerry Jones…

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crochet club at Gunn Junior High

Students start Crochet Club at Gunn Junior High and Fine Arts and Dual Language Academy

October 17, 2024
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Over 50 Gators crochet every Tuesday Keep calm and crochet on!  The new Crochet Club at Gunn Junior High and Fine Arts and Dual Language Academy is weaving together both creativity and compassion.   “It’s so fun,” eighth grader Kelsey Erlandsen said. “I get to see my peers do what I love to do.”  Started…

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National Principals Month in Arlington ISD with Principal Donita James of Berry Elementary.

Celebrate National Principals Month in Arlington ISD with Donita James

October 17, 2024
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Q&A with Principal Donita James October is National Principals Month in Arlington ISD, which is a great time to shine the spotlight on the outstanding principals the district has. Next up is Berry Elementary principal Donita James, who is in her first full year as the principal of the school after taking over as the…

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Haunted Courtyard at Arlington High School under construction. Teacher Christopher Grimaldo directs students.

Colts Construction students build Haunted Courtyard at Arlington High School

October 15, 2024
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Haunted Courtyard a fundraiser for Colts Construction program There were no screams coming from the Haunted Courtyard at Arlington High School last week. Just the sounds of power drills and skill saws. That’s about to change though. “Go ahead and stand this monster up and see what happens,” said teacher Christopher Grimaldo to several students.…

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Mariachi Vaqueros

Arlington ISD couple leads Mariachi Vaqueros

October 14, 2024
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Mariachi Vaqueros a legacy of Sam Houston HS’ mariachi program Hispanic Heritage Month is a time for many to celebrate their cultural traditions with loved ones. For one Arlington ISD couple, it’s an opportunity to share the vibrant sounds of mariachi music with the world.  Albert and Beatriz Becerra — an assistant principal at Speer…

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New Joey Rodriguez Junior High topping out ceremony

Construction of new Joey Rodriguez Junior High School tops out

October 11, 2024
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New Joey Rodriguez Junior High topping out ceremony The ceremony on Monday was hard to hear because they didn’t pause the construction going on all around. But the sawing and welding and clanging of iron spoke louder than anyone speaking into the microphone about the progress being made on the future Arlington ISD Joey Rodriguez…

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National Principals Month - Dunn Elementary principal Amy Anderson

Celebrate National Principals Month with Amy Anderson

October 10, 2024
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October is National Principals Month October is National Principals Month, which is a great time for the Arlington ISD to shine a spotlight on the outstanding principals the district has. We’re starting with a first-year principal who is a veteran of the district. New Dunn Elementary School principal Amy Anderson has been with the Arlington…

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Operation Graduation 2024

Operation Graduation 2024 encourages dropouts to return to school

October 9, 2024
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Operation Graduation 2024 helps absent students drop back in Everyone knows that the high school years aren’t always easy. For many, frustration starts with the juggling act of keeping grades up in both core classes and electives. For others, it is the pressure to excel on the athletic field or court, after grueling morning training…

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STEMtacular 2024

Pre-K and Kinder STEMtacular 2024 is back Oct. 17

October 9, 2024
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STEMtacular 2024 is free for the family! It’s back! The Pre-K and Kindergarten STEMtacular returns for its second year on Oct. 17. While STEMtacular may not be a real word yet, the now-annual superhero-themed, STEM-infused event sure is. And it’s exactly what the name says. It’s STEMtacular! And it’s free! So, get your little learners…

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