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Kick off summer at Father FEST It’s hard to believe, but school gets out next month! Summer will be here before you know it, and here’s a great way to kick it off. Mark your calendars for Father FEST 2023 on May 20. It’s from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Arlington ISD Athletics…
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Thank you, librarians April is School Library Month, and the Arlington ISD wants to highlight its outstanding librarians at every school. BOOKS PLUS If you think Arlington ISD’s school librarians just check out books, think again. In fact, they are teachers with wide-ranging roles who impact literally every single student on campus. They serve as…
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What is pre-K really like? What is a day in Arlington ISD pre-K like? “It’s fun learning,” said Jennifer Pettiford, McNutt Elementary School pre-K teacher. “When they come to a pre-K class, they’re going to be doing interactive learning. That means hands-on.” You can read about it, but you really have to see it. Check…
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Rangers, Rollercoasters and more It may be impossible to not find something fun to do in the Arlington ISD on April 21 or April 22. There are huge Arlington ISD events both days, and it starts with two big ones Friday, April 21. The Texas Rangers are hosting Oakland for Arlington ISD Night. You can…
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Watch the Board Brief below Arlington ISD’s Board of Trustees meeting on April 6, 2023, is in the books, and here are a few of the highlights. Student thespians from the Bowie High School Headliners Theatre Department kicked off the meeting by performing a scene from their one act play, “The Arabian Nights.” They were…
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Fire trucks roll up to Jones When two fire trucks rolled up in front of Jones Academy of Fine Arts and Dual Language last Wednesday, the crew didn’t pull out any hoses or fire gear. Instead, they pulled out two certificates of commendation. “This is among the first times that we’ve done this where we’ve…
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We’re saying goodbye to our beloved superintendent, Dr. Marcelo Cavazos. After 11 years in the position and 23 years in the Arlington ISD, Dr. Cavazos is retiring. Fill out the form to send Dr. C your well wishes for retirement and we’ll post your comments below. To RSVP to attend Dr. Cavazos’ retirement celebration, email…
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Get help with registration at Signing Day Don’t forget today is Pre-K and Kindergarten Signing Day! There’s no bigger deal than starting pre-K or kindergarten! That’s why Arlington ISD is hosting its first Pre-K/Kinder Signing Day this evening from 5-7 p.m. at your child’s school. Your child is starting a new, exciting chapter in their…
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Pre-K is free for every 4-year-old There’s only one thing you have to do to qualify for free pre-K in the Arlington ISD. Turn 4 years old by Sept. 1. That’s it. That’s because pre-K in the Arlington ISD is for every child. Arlington ISD launched free universal pre-K 4 this year because of its…
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College and Career Expo helps students prepare for what comes next With fewer than 40 days remaining in this school year, countless high school seniors across the Arlington ISD are facing some crucial decisions. “Which college or university should I attend?” “Should I get a job to save money for higher education?” “Do I need to…
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