Bond 2019 Update: Ashworth Elementary Gets a New Patio Principal recalls when old patio was new
Bond 2019 restores outdoor learning space When Ashworth Elementary opens for students on Monday, the school will be ready with a new patio funded by the 2019 Bond. “We LOVE our new patio!” said Ashworth Principal Stacey Maddoux. See before and after photos. The old patio at the front of Ashworth had become unsafe and…
VIDEO: Three Days Later Arlington ISD Pool is Full and Fabulous See the pool and watch time-lapse construction video
New Arts & Athletics Complex nears completion It took several days to fill all the way, but Arlington ISD’s new pool in the soon-to-open Athletics Center is now full of water! The diving boards are now being installed as the natatorium gets closer to welcoming the district’s swimmers and divers. See the pool fill up….
VIDEO: New Arlington ISD Natatorium pool filling with water Swimmers and divers anxious to put a toe in the water
New Pool is Filling Up! The water got turned on at the new Arlington ISD Natatorium Thursday afternoon. Thanks to a large hose borrowed from the Arlington Fire Department, the new world-class pool is quickly filling up. It won’t be long before district swimmers are diving in. “This is an exciting day for Arlington ISD,”…
New Arlington ISD Natatorium Sure to Make a Big Splash New Pool Nearly Complete at Arts & Athletics Complex
New Arlington ISD Natatorium Sure to Make a Big Splash The daily mantra at the new Arlington ISD Natatorium is “just add water.” While there are a few things to do to get the pool ready, it’s close. The new Arlington ISD Athletics Center will include the natatorium and a multi-sport arena. Next door, construction…
Arlington ISD Calls Voter-Approval Tax Rate Election Approval would increase teacher compensation
The Arlington ISD Board of Trustees has called for a Voter-Approval Tax Rate Election on Nov. 3, 2020. If approved, the VATRE would generate approximately $56 million in additional revenue for the district. “Passage of the VATRE would provide our district millions in state funding that we could not access otherwise,” said Arlington ISD Superintendent…
Construction Impacts All of Gunn Junior High See recent construction progress photos
Construction at Gunn Junior High Will Impact Future Learners Most schools are quiet right now as students started the school year learning online from home. But not Gunn Junior High. It was even louder than a normal first week of school with demolition, renovation and new construction – plus instructional development – all going on…
Arlington ISD Recognized For Innovation Arlington ISD Earns 2020 TASB Risk Management Fund Excellence Award
Arlington ISD Honored with 2020 TASB Risk Management Fund Excellence Award The Arlington ISD has been selected as a recipient of the 2020 TASB Risk Management Fund Excellence Award. The Arlington ISD was one of 10 recipients of the award which recognizes members that implement innovative solutions to risk-management challenges facing organizations. “This was a…
Pre-K Online: Is it Worth it? Online Pre-K promotes creativity and exploration
Five Reasons Online Pre-K is Worth it Pre-K is the beginning of a child’s educational journey. It’s about getting children ready for kindergarten through purposeful play, fun songs, hands-on exploration and interaction with others. It’s about inspiring curiosity and building confidence. But can all that happen if Pre-K is online? Is online Pre-K even worth…
Device Distribution Ongoing for Student’s Return to School Arlington ISD preparing students for online instruction
Getting Students Devices a Priority for Arlington ISD Device distribution is a daunting task getting technology into the hands of students who need it for an Arlington ISD that has nearly 60,000 students. In the spring, the district showed it was up for the task by distributing more than 24,000 technology devices. With school starting…
Arlington ISD Recognized for Financial Transparency District earns Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting
Arlington ISD Honored with Financial Reporting Award The Arlington ISD was awarded a Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Association of School Business Officials International. The award, for the fiscal year 2019, goes to districts that have met the program’s standards for financial reporting and transparency. Moreover, by participating in the program, school…
Photos: Arts and Athletics Complex Progressing Construction developments includes installation of arena floor
Photos from the Arts & Athletics Complex Show Updates to the Facility Check out the latest construction photos of the new Arlington ISD Arts and Athletics Complex, home to the future Center for Visual and Performing Arts and the Athletics Center. Specifically, significant progress has been made since last month’s video tour, like the installation…
Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce to Host Arlington ISD State of the District Event will stream live on Facebook Friday at noon
Arlington ISD’s State of the District to be Held August 7 The Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce will host the tenth annual Arlington ISD State of the District address featuring Dr. Marcelo Cavazos this Friday, August 7. Because of COVID-19 this year’s event will be held live on the Chamber of Commerce Facebook page. In…
