District News
Families now have more time to find the right fit. Arlington ISD has extended the application window for its 2027-28 Signature Programs to Friday, Jan. 15, 2027. From Pre-K through high school, Signature Programs give students the chance to go deeper into what drives them. Students can learn in two languages at a dual language…
A cat waiting for a home. A student with a sketchbook. One art project that’s making a difference beyond the classroom. Students in Rebecca Van Horn Brown’s art classes at Nichols Junior High are using their creativity to help adoptable pets find forever homes. Through partnerships with The Cozy Catfe and the Arlington Animal…
Arlington ISD’s Board of Trustees held its first meeting of November last night, and here are a few of the highlights. The evening started with a board workshop focused on two important topics related to communications and marketing. First, the board learned more about customer service training developed by Arlington ISD’s Family and Community Engagement…
The Bistro @ the CTC Who says you have to go to the State Fair to enjoy a smoked turkey leg? Not Arlington ISD culinary students! Students at the Dan Dipert Career + Technical Center (CTC) brought a taste of the fair to The Bistro last week, serving everything from Texas chili cheese fries to…
Arlington ISD students are learning that being a superhero starts with making healthy choices. During Red Ribbon Week last month, district drug and alcohol specialists Angela Lawrence and Kevin McKinney visited schools to share drug prevention education and encourage students to make positive decisions that support their health and future. This year’s national Red Ribbon…
Arlington ISD Online Learning Applications are now being accepted for Arlington ISD virtual high school courses in the spring semester. These courses are perfect for high school juniors and seniors who need more schedule flexibility but still want a vibrant, traditional campus lifestyle. Students can take up to two virtual courses and fit them into…
Everyone should feel special on their birthday. Texas Trust Credit Union celebrated its 90th anniversary by giving back to the community in a meaningful way. During its All Employee Event, approximately 350 employees came together to assemble birthday boxes to help students celebrate their special day. As part of the service project, Texas Trust donated…
Our last two alumni highlights featured athletes: SMU volleyball player Natalia Newsome and Crossfit athlete (and Arlington High coach) Chris Reil. This month, we’re highlighting a professional drummer. Aaron ‘AC’ Capers graduated from Bowie High School in 2005 and has turned his passion for drumming into a successful musical career. A member of the Dallas…
Arlington ISD’s Long-Range Facility Planning Committee met last night to review research and ideas for future facility usage. The committee – made up of parents, employees, and community members – is studying how the district’s schools can best serve students in the years ahead and will develop a proposal for the Arlington ISD Board of…
‘It’s going to be a good year’ A broken foot. Broken fingers. A broken wrist. None of that could sideline these students. Despite the injuries caused by their cows, Ally Chatwell and Hailey Alejo, both Martin High School students, still traveled to Waco recently to show their animals at the Heart O’ Texas Fair and…