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Elementary students turn Arlington ISD classroom lesson into real-world safety fix

May 19, 2026
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Kathy Kaju beamed with pride as four of her former Gifted and Talented students safely crossed Cooper Street at the new pedestrian crosswalk light in front of Webb Elementary. The now retired teacher’s fifth-grade assignment on bridges and structural design has been transformed into a lasting community improvement that will help make walking to school…

Arlington ISD seniors earn college degrees before high school graduation

May 19, 2026
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Nearly 200 Arlington ISD students walked the stage at Tarrant County College’s 2026 commencement ceremony this past weekend, earning associate degrees weeks before receiving their high school diploma. Students from Arlington Collegiate High School, Arlington College and Career High School, Bowie High School, and Lamar High School walked the stage.

Sam Houston High School named recipient of Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries Grant

May 19, 2026
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Sam Houston High School was one of 220 schools from 38 states across the country to receive a $5,000 grant through the Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries. This year, the Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries awarded over $1 million in library grants. Many of the libraries will use the funds to update and…

FatherFEST brings families together for celebration of engagement and community

May 18, 2026
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Hundreds of Arlington families came together this weekend for Arlington ISD’s annual FatherFEST, a district celebration focused on family engagement, community connection and the important role fathers play in students’ lives. The event featured a variety of activities for all ages, including a car show, obstacle courses, lawn games, and delicious food. Students from Thornton…

Arlington ISD recognizes volunteers at appreciation event led by students

May 18, 2026
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The “Best Volunteers in the West” event recognized individuals who contributed more than 500 hours of service this school year, along with Campus STAR Volunteers selected for exceptional commitment to the district. The celebration opened with a line-dancing activity led by members of Arlington High School’s Colt Kickers Dance Team, followed by a recognition video spotlighting volunteers from each campus.

Arlington ISD Auto Tech Students awarded scholarships through Ford–Cowboys Partnership

May 12, 2026
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Arlington ISD celebrated a major milestone this week as students in the automotive technology program at the Dan Dipert Career + Technical Center (CTC) were awarded scholarships through the Ford Cowboys Tech Scholarship program. The event marked the third and final year of a unique collaboration between Ford Motor Company, the Dallas Cowboys, and Arlington ISD.

Alumni partnerships take FFA events to the ‘next level’

May 12, 2026
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When Arlington ISD’s FFA hosted its first-ever multi-contest Career Development Event this spring, it brought together not only students across the district, but generations of Arlington ISD alumni. What began as a simple idea last spring turned into a major regional event thanks to partnerships with Cowtown Coliseum and Fort Worth Nature Center, led by Arlington High School FFA alumni.

Arlington ISD director of guidance and counseling featured on magazine cover

May 11, 2026
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Oxygen For Educators Cover with Telisa Brown. Telisa Brown, Arlington ISD’s director of guidance and counseling, shared that thought as she discussed the importance of kindness, community and culture following her selection as the cover feature for Oxygen for Educators magazine.  

Watch Board Brief from school board meeting on May 7, 2026

May 8, 2026
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The Arlington ISD’s Board of Trustees meeting on May 7, 2026, is in the books, and here are a few of the highlights.  Ditto Elementary sixth grader Timothy Lusk started the meeting by leading everyone in the pledges of allegiance. Timothy did a great job. After the pledge, everyone in attendance enjoyed an outstanding performance…

Beckham Elementary students explore aerospace careers

May 8, 2026
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Students at Beckham Elementary are taking flight. They journeyed recently into the world of aviation with a hands-on, in-house field trip that introduced pre-K through third grade students to STEM concepts and aerospace careers — one of the largest employment sectors in North Texas. The experience was made possible after the campus applied for and…