District News Archive
Bell stresses importance of education Former NFL offensive lineman Byron Bell had a simple message for the Seguin Cougars during his virtual engagement with more than 100 students Thursday morning. “Do what’s right, and you’ll get rewarded,” Bell said. “Don’t be the distraction.” Bell, who spent ten seasons in the NFL, was the school’s guest…
Weather-related damages push SAT back Last week’s winter weather has forced the Arlington ISD to change its plans for some juniors slated to take the SAT next week. While most pre-registered juniors will take the SAT on Wednesday, March 3, that won’t be the case at Lamar, Martin and Sam Houston high schools. Because of…
Curriculum and Instruction department recognized for innovation COVID-19 has not only affected how teachers teach their students, it has also impacted how they learn themselves, how they develop their own skills, and how they access support for the curriculum they teach. Teachers’ time is at a premium like never before, and they simply don’t have…
Set your students up on a path for success Opportunities to set students up on a path for success don’t come up often, so when they do, it’s important to act fast. That’s the case in the Arlington ISD, which has a transfer window open from March 1 to March 19 that will allow students…
Parent virtual meetings on March 9 The Arlington ISD College and Career Expo has a new look for 2021! Beginning March 11, students in grades nine through 12 will participate in activities and discussions with college recruiters and industry professionals during their classes. Career and college virtual resource boards will be available to students after…
Nine facilities with significant damage Following a rash of winter storms last week, Arlington ISD Superintendent Dr. Marcelo Cavazos feared that not all of his schools would re-open this week. As teams of district maintenance workers and contractors made their way through 95 facilities over the weekend to assess the damage, that could be the…
Series runs Feb. 22-Feb. 25 Sam Houston High School’s four-part video series celebrating Black History Month premieres this evening, Feb. 22, at 6 p.m., and runs through Feb. 25. Join Sam Houston students as they remember and honor the legacy of Black Americans and their struggles and triumphs. “Although we are unable to have a…
In-person and virtual classes canceled All Arlington ISD campuses – including Arlington Collegiate and Arlington College and Career high schools – will remain closed for Wednesday, February 17. There will be no in-person or remote instruction. We made the decision because of the continued frigid weather, power outages and the need to conserve electricity. We…
The Arlington ISD is closing all campuses – including Arlington Collegiate and Arlington College and Career high schools– for Tuesday, February 16, for all in-person and remote instruction. We know that you’re dealing with a combination of frigid weather, power outages and conserving electricity. We want you to be able to focus on the needs…
Students will have online lessons with their teachers All Arlington ISD classes will meet virtually Tuesday, February 16, because of inclement weather. Students will have online lessons with their teachers on Tuesday, and teachers will take attendance. Teachers will communicate plans to students for synchronous (live) instruction. There will also be asynchronous (recorded) instructions available…