Band : Give and Learn Leadership

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Hey Colts and families, friends, neighbors, and colleagues! We have an amazing, unique fundraiser opportunity to support the AHS Colt Band and the Band Booster Club. Please see the brief video below and attached flyer for details and dates. Show your support and learn some tips and tricks about efficiency, accountability, communication, and leadership! The…

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Symphonic Band Wins Sweepstakes!

The Symphonic Band, under the direction of Mr. Hervey received a sweepstakes trophy today. We are incredibly proud of our students and the work they did to earn these ratings!

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AVID students touring college campuses.

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AVID students have been touring many college campuses this spring! 9th grade went to UTD, 10th went to TCU, and 12th went to Baylor (with stops at the silos and Dr. Pepper Museum for their senior trip:). Thanks for your support in helping these kiddos prepare for life after high school!!  

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Message from Mrs. Humbles, Principal

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Hi Colts, It’s such a blessing to all educators when April Fools Day falls on the weekend. I hope you get to enjoy these beautiful first days of April prank free. So much has happened in the last few weeks and I know the safety of our students is on everyone’s minds. I know we…

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AHS’s Alan Austin Chosen As Kiwanis High School Teacher of the Year!

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Alan Austin AHS ’69 , US and AP US History teacher, was honored as Kiwanis Teacher-of-the-Year 2023. The award was presented by AHS ’55 alum Jeanette Workman and her committee and includes $800 cash prize. Mr. Austin will be honored at a banquet later this spring.  The Kiwanis Teacher-of-the-Year Award This tradition of honoring some of…

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Fantastic results at the 8-6A District Championship Tennis Tournament

 Our Colts Players made history today with our most successful showing in years! The following players qualified for the Region 1 Championship Tournament in McKinney, Texas on April 11th and 12th: Daniel G. – Boys Singles District Champion (First AHS Boys Singles Champ since 1979!) Derek G. – Boys Singles Runner-Up (Beat Martin in playback…

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Reptiles and Amphibians In the Library with Greg Pandelis In Cooperation withThe UTA Amphibian and Reptile Diversity Research Center and Arlington Public Library

Ms Urbina’s and Mrs. Barker’s Biology classes were treated to an introduction to The UTA Amphibian and Reptile Diversity Research Center by Greg Pandelis, Collections Manager, who brought specimens from the collection and explained the process of gathering and preserving various species for the university collection. Mr. Pandelis was joined by assistants. Dalton Lawing and…

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COLTS Family March Teacher of the Month

Each month, 5 fantastic teachers are chosen for our COLTS Teacher of the Month. Please join me in congratulating this month’s recipients. 🎉 Thank you for your commitment, ownership, loyalty, toughness and selflessness. You all make AHS a better place!

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AHS Colts Varsity Tennis Tournament

We hosted our last AHS Colts Varsity Tournament of the season and every single member of our Colts Varsity Team brought home some hardware! Congratulations to the following players!: Dainel G. – 1st Place Boys A Singles Derek G. – 2nd Place Boys B Singles Maddex T. – 3rd Place Girls A Singles Katy L. -…

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AHS Student Council is OUTSTANDING! AHS earned Sweepstakes, the highest recognition!

February 17, 18, 19.  Student Council officers submitted our state report consisting of documentation for projects in the areas of Pride and Patriotism, Energy and Environment, DASH (Drugs, Alcohol, Safety, and Health), Community Service, and Outstanding Student Council. I am proud to share that AHS earned Sweepstakes, the highest recognition a council may receive. Yes,…

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Faculty Soul Food Luncheon. Celebrating Black History Month

Black History Month was brought to a great conclusion with a Soul Food Luncheon for faculty and staff. The BEST TIMES are had at Arlington High School! Food, fun, and fellowship! Frances Telford-Pippins organized, and Tia Galliano provided the decorations. Traditional food was prepared by the faculty and staff. Mrs. Humbles and Mr. Stigler prepared…

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Talented AHS Teachers We Have An Author!!

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Our own Nick Johnson, IPC teacher, has written and illustrated a children’s book! It is absolutely adorable and Mrs. Patterson’s 3 year old nephew loves it! If you have littles, or if your team/club/ organization works with the younger kids for anything (I’m thinking of you PALS), you should definitely check out his new book.…

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Principal Update January 2023

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Hi Colts, Happy New Year! I hope your break was full of pajamas and slothlike time on the couch. I got to spend some time with my parents who visited us from Iowa. Then, they headed back north just in time for a blizzard. My family enjoyed lots of time together catching up on our…

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Looking for a 1972 graduate

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Looking for a female graduate of Arlington High School Class of 1972 with the initials PGA. Possibly Pat Alarie, Pam Austin or Patty Austin. If you are one of these ladies or know one of them. Please contact Maryjane Beane at Arlington High School: 682-867-6472. Thanks for your help.

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Holiday Wonderland At AHS Departments working together to make a Winter Wonderland!

Holiday Wonderland at AHS Tuesday, December 6th in the courtyard. Collaboration of students and teachers in Construction, Architecture, Interior Design, Fashion, Culinary, Art, Photography, Welding and Choir. Live entertainment compliments of our Choir Snacks made by our Culinary students Photo opportunity with your favorite program-inspired house in our elf village, or take a selfie in…

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Mrs. Humbles Message December 1, 2022

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Hi Colts, I can already tell that 2022 is going to end on a high note. I am so proud of our school, staff, and students for all that we’ve accomplished this year. The pandemic really tested us, but like true Colts, we only became stronger through it all. 2023 will be full of change.…

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Mr. Grimaldo: AISD High School Teacher of the Month

Grimaldo is a new teacher to Arlington High School and has truly embraced the spirit of a Colt. From his first day of training on campus, he has made a connection with everyone he meets. He continues to build connections as much as possible through his Principles of Construction class. Mr. G creates the most…

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Former Colts Play in the WORLD CUP!

From Head Soccer Coach, Jeff Waldrop” Tune in to the World Cup ,  to see a former Colt in action. Rogelio Funes (along with his twin brother Ramiro) were a big part of our soccer program from 2006-2008.  Both have reached the top of their sport, playing both professionally and for their National teams.  (Ramiro…

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COLTS Teacher of the Month: November

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Each month, 5 fantastic teachers are chosen for our COLTS Teacher of the Month. Those teachers then get to nominate the next month’s recipients that they think portray a characteristic of our COLTS family. Please congratulate this month’s recipients!

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Construction is coming Lots of changes ahead!

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  CONSTRUCTION IS COMING! I hope you are ready to watch the transformation of Arlington High School! Starting Monday, 9/19, the main entrance (off Park Row), will no longer be an entrance point. The main entrance will be moved to the E Hall (by Chicken Express and the baseball fields). If visitors have any reason…

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ACT Exam for all Seniors!! October 4, 2022

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Senior parents, 12th grade students will be taking the ACT on Oct. 4 at Arlington HS. The test is free of charge and no registration is necessary. This is a wonderful opportunity, provided by our district, for our seniors to take the test for the first time or raise their score. The testing will begin at 7:30am.…

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Students should enter the building only through three entrances: Main, New B, and E Hall. All students who are late to campus will need to enter through the E Hall Entrance.

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Dear Colts, Today, we had metal checks at all 3 main entrances. I appreciate everyone’s cooperation while we navigated the morning. Metal checks are unannounced so I will not send communication beforehand. I want to thank all of you – parents, students, and staff – for your support this morning. It was amazing to have…

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Importance of Mental Health and Self-Care for AHS Athletes

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Today 571 of our student athletes were able to get a presentation on mental health, addiction, decision making and coping skills.  Thanks to Coach Peach and Coach Scott for helping organize this and to all the coaches for giving up time for our kids to hear the presentation. The presentation was done by the district…

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Mrs. Humbles Message August 14, 2022

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Hi Colts! We’re just minutes away from the first day of school! I know you are full of excitement and apprehension about the new year. I am eager to see how our students have grown over the summer and what this new day will bring. I know we have hard work ahead of us, but…

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A Message from Mrs. Humbles August 6, 2022

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Hi Colts, For the past 2 years, we were able to give all students free lunch due to government flexibilities during the pandemic. That has expired and students will now have to pay for the breakfast and lunch programs. Please complete the meal benefits application to determine if you are eligible for the Free/Reduced Meal Program. Reach…

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MS Olivia Miller makes AHS “Better Together”!

Ms. Olivia Miller is our next recipient of the “Better Together” award here in Colt Country. Not only is she a dedicated cheer coach who is excellent at building relationships with students to ensure their success academically and in the gym, but she is also an asset as our English I level lead. Ms. Miller…

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