Arlington voters approved the $663.1 million bond on May 10, 2014. Proceeds of the bond are being used to build new facilities, upgrade and renovate existing facilities, address safety and security districtwide, upgrade technology infrastructure and equipment, provide fine arts equipment and address transportation.
Bond News
Jones Academy of Fine Arts and Dual Language and Roquemore Elementary hosted a Family Literary Showcase Thursday evening, Oct. 29. Approximately 280 people attended the fun evening, which included a performance by the Jones kindergarteners of “The Day the Crayons Quit.” “The performance of ‘The Day the Crayons Quit’ was a big hit!” said Katiuska…
Oct. 29, 2015 – Technology has become ubiquitous, even in the classroom. And with the AISD encouraging teachers to use technology as innovative educational tools and also providing ample access for students to wireless devices like iPads and Chromebooks – paid for with bond funds – the demand for wireless coverage is exploding. But offering…
Oct. 27, 2015 – The installation of new bleachers for the baseball field at Lamar High School was completed last week, paid for with funds from the 2014 Bond package. New lights were installed last year. Click to see more photos.
Oct. 20, 2015 – Three new members of the Citizens Bond Oversight Committee received an orientation yesterday to prepare them for their roles on the committee. Cindy Powell, AISD chief financial officer, explained to the new members the background behind the bond, along with the plans for its implementation. Then she was joined by other…