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Arlington ISD names Justin Edwards new Bowie High School principal

June 30, 2026
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Arlington ISD is pleased to announce Justin Edwards as the new principal of Bowie High School. Edwards brings 16 years of experience in education in Fort Worth ISD and a strong track record of academic leadership and student success. Most recently, he served as the principal of Dunbar High School. “Edward’s passion for student achievement,…

Special education students kick off Fourth of July celebrations in Arlington ISD

June 30, 2026
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Annual parade celebrates students and U.S.A. The Fourth of July is just days away, but celebrations are already underway for some Arlington ISD students. Decked out in red, white, and blue, students in the Summer Learning and Tarrant County Kids programs recently cheered as a parade of students marched down the hallway at Berry Elementary…

Arlington ISD students earn industry certifications through TCC Summer Program

June 25, 2026
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The Tarrant County College Summer Enrichment Program is opening doors for Arlington ISD students! Students from Sam Houston High School spent the past month improving their math readiness skills and working toward industry-recognized electronics certifications. “This is a really hands-on program,” said Selena Obara, sophomore at Sam Houston High School. “You get to meet a…

Arlington ISD Names Three New Campus Principals

June 24, 2026
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Arlington Independent School District is proud to announce three new campus principals for the 2026-2027 school year. Victoria Youngblood-Baldwin will lead Martin High School, Lucero Andazola will lead Burgin Elementary School, and Amy Carlisle will lead Hale Elementary School. Martin High School Victoria Youngblood-Baldwin is coming home to Arlington ISD. After nearly 20 years in…

Dallas Wings of Innovation STEM Camp inspires Arlington ISD students

June 24, 2026
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The Dallas Wings of Innovation STEM Camp returned for Arlington ISD students this summer. The two-day camp – led by STEM It Up Sports in partnership with the Dallas Wings – focuses on expanding opportunities for girls in science, technology, engineering, and math. Students learn about STEM concepts through a mix of athletic training, coding…

Save the date: A Taste of Arlington ISD is July 23

June 24, 2026
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Culinary Students and Local Chefs Team Up for School Menus Stuffed pork peppers, chicken teriyaki hoagie, and Korean fried chicken. Does that sound like a school cafeteria lunch to you? It is in Arlington ISD. And not only is it on the menu – it was created by Arlington ISD culinary students. In fact, Arlington…

Arlington ISD Academic Leader Embarks on New Chapter  

June 23, 2026
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Arlington ISD announced today that Chief Academic Officer, Dr. Steven Wurtz will be relocating from the DFW-area and transitioning from the district after 26 years of exceptional service in public education.  Throughout his tenure in Arlington ISD, Wurtz has progressively served in a variety of leadership roles, including Interim Superintendent following the retirement of Dr.…

School supply lists for 2026-2027 now available

June 23, 2026
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Summer break may have just kicked off, but we’re gearing up for another great school year in Arlington ISD! The district has released the 2026 – 2027 school supply lists to help families get a head start.   The lists are organized by school and grade level, so you can check off each item with…

Volunteer at Arlington ISD’s Back to School Kickoff

June 22, 2026
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Sign up now to volunteer There’s now just six weeks until the 12th-annual Arlington ISD Back to School Kickoff event at AT&T Stadium, and we need your help. The event, Saturday, Aug. 1, is a chance for 10,000 Arlington ISD students to get free backpacks filled with school supplies for the upcoming school year. So,…

Launch your future with virtual early college high school

June 18, 2026
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ARLINGTON ISD ONLINE LEARNING IS HERE! Launch your future with Arlington ISD’s new virtual early college high school. This new fully-virtual early college pathway through Arlington College and Career High School is for incoming freshmen who want a virtual high school experience with early college opportunities. It’s ideal for motivated incoming ninth graders who want…