District News
When Kaleb Phifer first approached the Bowie High School football program about joining the team, coaches treated him like any other freshman looking for a chance to play. The difference was that Phifer is deaf. Today, the senior safety has become much more than a member of the Volunteers football team. According to Head Football…
October is Dyslexia Awareness Month Students with dyslexia thrive in Arlington ISD. That’s the goal behind the district’s commitment to providing students with the instruction, resources, and support they need to succeed. “In Arlington ISD, supporting students with dyslexia is not simply an area of interest – it is a commitment,” said Arlington ISD dyslexia…
Q&A with Principal Zahn October is National Principals Month, so it’s a great time to shine the spotlight on a few of Arlington ISD’s outstanding principals. Today we’re highlighting Jerod Zahn. Zahn is in his first year as the principal of Rodriguez Junior High, but he’s not a new principal. Zahn has worked in Arlington…
Seven students practiced mobility skills, explored their community, and discovered new experiences during an annual celebration of independence and accessibility. For seven Arlington ISD students, White Cane Safety Day was about more than taking a walk. It was about discovering new experiences, building confidence, and seeing their skills in action. Observed annually on Oct. 15,…
Arlington ISD’s Board of Trustees held its second meeting of October last night, and here are several of the highlights. The trustees started the evening with a board workshop focused on the “Opportunity to Learn Index,” which includes factors that can affect a student’s ability to learn and succeed. The board looked at how the…
The Java House Grand Prix of Arlington today announced a new partnership with the Arlington ISD designed to introduce students to the diverse career opportunities in major sporting events, while creating meaningful educational experiences that connect the classroom to the real world. Through a series of career exploration and behind-the-scenes learning opportunities, students will…
NEW DAY food drive through Nov. 13 You can help make sure Arlington ISD students are always ready for school on Mondays. Donate food items now through Nov. 13 to help NEW DAY Arlington provide weekend meal bags for students all year long. Donations are being accepted now through Nov. 13 at the Arlington ISD…
Signature Programs applications open Oct. 21 What’s there to explore at Explore Arlington ISD next week? That’s not an easy question – because there will be a lot. Arlington ISD offers unique learning opportunities to match every student’s interests, passions, and goals. Whether you’re a parent or a student, the Explore Arlington ISD event is…
Elizabeth Huebner It’s Hispanic Heritage Month, and we’re celebrating by spotlighting several Arlington ISD staff members about their Hispanic heritage. Today, we’re highlighting Elizabeth Huebner, the principal at Kooken Educational Center, the district’s only all-pre-K school. Huebner is in her 30th year with Arlington ISD. She’s been a teacher, instructional coach, academic dean, associate principal, and…
From Leading Off to Mayor of the Day Congratulations to Arlington Collegiate High School’s Liliana Lozano! Last week, the ninth grader was Arlington’s mayor for a day. Lozano earned the opportunity to participate in the City of Arlington’s Mayor of the Day program after demonstrating outstanding leadership last year through the Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation’s…