District News
McNutt Elementary looked like a mini Comic Con last night – only a whole lot cuter. Dozens of tiny superheroes, mostly pre-K and kindergarten students, filled the halls for Arlington ISD’s third annual STEMtacular event, ready for a night of fun, exploration and hands-on learning. This year’s event moved to McNutt but kept its signature…
Martin High School welcomed educators and administrators from across Texas for a Project Lead the Way showcase, one of only five high school-level events of its kind held statewide this year. The showcase highlighted Arlington ISD’s success in implementing hands-on, career-focused STEM programs across its campuses. Arlington ISD’s leadership in STEM and career and technical…
New stadium funded by the 2019 Bond Nearly 35 years ago, Michael Glaspie made history as the first Black trustee elected to the Arlington ISD Board of Trustees. “I ran, got elected; the rest is history,” Glaspie said Thursday night as he stood on the new athletic field that now bears his name. Arlington ISD…
New school funded by the 2019 Bond It was a night filled with pride, memories and community spirit as Arlington ISD officially dedicated Joey Rodriguez Junior High School on Wednesday evening. Board members, superintendent Dr. Matt Smith, former superintendent Dr. Marcelo Cavazos, and members of Joey Rodriguez’s family all joined students, staff, alumni, and community…
High school seniors can apply for colleges in Texas next week for FREE! From Monday, Oct. 13, through Sunday, Oct. 19, all public colleges and universities in Texas will waive admission application fees for Texas residents applying through ApplyTexas to undergraduate programs. Visit your Go Center Arlington ISD students can visit their school’s GO Center…
The Arlington ISD Board of Trustees called for a volunteer Capital Needs Steering Committee at last week’s board meeting. The purpose of the 2025 Capital Needs Steering Committee will be to provide recommendations to the school board for prioritized facility and identified capital needs through 2029 to support the district’s strategic plan. If you would…
Q&A with Principal Bianca Gholston October is National Principals Month, so it’s a great time to shine the spotlight on the outstanding principals in Arlington ISD. Today, we’re starting with Atherton Elementary principal Bianca Gholston, who does something each morning that is truly unique. “I love singing the morning announcements to help start each day…
Explore Arlington ISD 2025 Come to Explore Arlington ISD on Oct. 21, 6-7:30 p.m. at the Dan Dipert Career + Technical Center, and learn all about the unique and innovative academic programs available to students from pre-K through high school. Whether you’re a parent or student, this is your chance to learn first-hand about programs…
The Arlington ISD’s Board of Trustees meeting on Oct. 2, 2025, is in the books, and here are a few of the highlights. Atherton Elementary sixth grader Josue Chavez started the meeting by leading everyone in the pledges of allegiance. He did a great job! The first board meeting of the month is always fun…
Seguin High School assistant principal Dr. Shana Moore considers herself “more of a background person.” But her incredible work on behalf of students – often behind the scenes – has been brought to the foreground. In fact, the Texas Association of Secondary School Principals recently named Moore the High School Assistant Principal of the Year. …