<span class="entry-title-primary">Arlington ISD breaks ground on future Service Center</span> <span class="entry-subtitle">New facility for transportation, security and health services</span>
Project funded by the 2019 Bond Arlington ISD celebrated the start of construction on the future Arlington ISD Service Center with a groundbreaking ceremony last week. It’s a big project that includes new construction, renovations, demolition and added parking, and will transform much of the district’s current Service Center. Home to the district’s bus barn…
Apply now to serve on the Citizens Bond Oversight Committee
The Arlington ISD is now accepting applications for positions on the Citizens Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC). Apply now to serve on the CBOC The CBOC provides transparency and enhances public confidence in the use of proceeds from the sale of bonds authorized by Arlington ISD voters on Nov. 5, 2019. The purpose of the committee…
<span class="entry-title-primary">Citizens Bond Oversight Committee tours Duff Elementary</span> <span class="entry-subtitle">Duff’s new gym is about to open</span>
Duff has a new library Duff Elementary is still Duff. That’s what the Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee found out when its members toured Duff and had their quarterly meeting in the school’s cafeteria this week. They were there to see the 2019 Bond renovations and addition that brought some significant changes to the school. “There’s…
<span class="entry-title-primary">New Arlington High library is almost ready</span> <span class="entry-subtitle">Get a sneak peek of the addition that opens Jan. 8</span>
Addition funded by the 2019 Bond The big addition at Arlington High School is scheduled to open Jan. 8. But Arlington High’s librarian, Maryjane O’Halloran-Beane, is already moving in, getting the new library ready to welcome students. The fine arts programs – like band and orchestra – have gotten a jumpstart, too. Is it going…
<span class="entry-title-primary">Construction of the future Glaspie Field athletic venue tops out</span> <span class="entry-subtitle">Glaspie will be the home field for Martin and Seguin high schools</span>
Glaspie Field funded by the 2019 Bond The future Glaspie Field at Martin High School topped out last week. That means they hung the last beam of the steel structure. That also means it’s starting to really look like the athletic venue is under construction. “We are very excited about Glaspie Stadium,” said Eric White,…
<span class="entry-title-primary">Sam Houston High School renovated library set to open in January</span> <span class="entry-subtitle">Renovations funded by the 2019 Bond</span>
Sam Houston High School renovated library Sam Houston High School is about to unwrap a big Christmas present. A completely renovated library. “We are thrilled to announce the opening of our newly renovated library in January 2025!” said Sam Houston principal Juan Villarreal. “This state-of-the-art facility will be an invaluable resource for students and teachers,…
<span class="entry-title-primary">Design finalized for future Arlington ISD support services center</span> <span class="entry-subtitle">Center will house transportation, security and health services departments</span>
Arlington ISD support services center bidding now Arlington ISD is getting a new support services center to house transportation, security and health services. Planning for the 2019 Bond project is now complete, and bidding is open until Dec. 4 for a general contractor. The architect is Corgan. The district hopes to start construction in February….
<span class="entry-title-primary">See inside the Arlington High School addition</span> <span class="entry-subtitle">Addition scheduled to open after winter break</span>
Addition funded by the 2019 Bond When you drive by the addition at Arlington High School, there’s usually a bustle of activity on the outside. The same is true on the inside. The race is on to finish the addition so students and teachers can move in after the winter break. In fact, the first…
<span class="entry-title-primary">Arlington ISD’s Former Administration Building demolished</span> <span class="entry-subtitle">Building’s namesake was former superintendent James. W. Counts</span>
Former Administration Building opened in 1964 It turned 60-years-old this year, but now it’s gone. Arlington ISD’s former James W. Counts Administration Building on Pioneer Parkway has been demolished. All that’s left to do is tear out the foundation and remove the rubble. “It’s bittersweet to see this building being torn down,” said Cameron Garcia,…
<span class="entry-title-primary">Author John Schu visits Duff Elementary’s new library</span> <span class="entry-subtitle">Schu shares his passion for reading with students</span>
Duff Elementary’s new library now open How do you mark the grand opening of Duff Elementary’s new library? With a special guest visit of course! Renowned educator and storyteller John Schu helped celebrate the newly renovated library with the Mustangs by sharing his enthusiasm for literature. “This is such a huge deal,” said Duff librarian…
<span class="entry-title-primary">New Martin High School band hall under construction</span> <span class="entry-subtitle">Renovations for choir and orchestra completed over the summer</span>
Orchestra will take over old band hall The construction noise at Martin High School sounds like music. At least to some. That’s because the addition currently under construction is going to be a much-needed new band hall. The project, funded by the 2019 Bond, started in the spring but recently went vertical, which means the…
<span class="entry-title-primary">Bond oversight committee tours Short Elementary</span> <span class="entry-subtitle">CBOC holds first meeting of the school year</span>
Short looks like a new school It’s an old school that looks and feels new. That’s what the Citizens Bond Oversight Committee saw on Tuesday when its members met for their first meeting of the year at Short Elementary School. The meeting started with a tour of Short to see all the renovations at the…
