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No one understands that teachers are leaders better than the Arlington ISD. That’s why the district has a leadership pathway set up for teachers that will support them whether they want to be leaders in the classroom, grade level, district level or even advance beyond the classroom and move into new roles. “We know we…
Sixteen schools in Arlington ISD are taking a different approach to educate youth about suicide prevention with the help of a peer-to-peer intervention program called Hope Squad. The schools celebrated Hope Squad Week this week with activities like class TikTok challenges, scavenger relays, crossword challenges and more in an effort to prevent youth suicide through…
Back in person Banquet season for the Arlington ISD has officially begun, and Tuesday night was a big one. The district returned to an in-person Teacher of the Year banquet for the first time in two years to honor the 77 teachers recognized by the campuses. The theme of the night was superheroes. It made…
True or False? How about a little game of True or False? In Arlington ISD, pre-K begins at four to prepare kiddos for life-long learning. False! Arlington ISD is a step ahead when it comes to preparing your little learner for the future. And it all begins at 3-years-old. Age three is pivotal in early…
School is almost out and it’s time for some fun! Mark your calendars for Father Fest 2022 on May 14 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Gene and Jerry Jones Family Field at Workman Junior High School. (See map of the site.) The free outdoor event is a fun celebration of fatherhood and families!…
The 87th Session of the Texas Legislature lasted quite a bit longer than normal. The regular session concluded on May 31, 2021, but three special sessions called by Governor Greg Abbott kept the legislators in Austin well into the fall. But it’s over now, so it’s time to assess the impact on school districts. Back…
Amos Elementary fourth-grader Parker knows what he likes when it comes to food. “The French fries were too spicy,” Parker said. “The other two were too bland. They tasted just like potatoes.” Classmate Jose is also a food critic of sorts. He was rather vocal when it comes to nacho cheese. “The one that’s blue…
We’re a little biased. We think Arlington ISD’s pre-K is simply the best out there. And it’s getting even better. The already outstanding pre-K 4 curriculum is getting even more inspiring with more STEM. And for the first time, pre-K 4 will be free and open to all 4-year-olds. Our pre-K teachers and administrators could…
Bigger Impact Who said the road to becoming a teacher had to be straight and narrow? Just ask Burgin Elementary School second-grade teacher Tryniti Johnson. The former speech therapist wanted to make a bigger impact on children, so she decided to change careers and take her talents to the classroom. “It’s been amazing,” said Johnson.…
From Tresses to Teaching What’s your passion? Not sure? Well, sometimes you must follow your interests like Augustus Bruton. The Martin High School alumnus is completing his first year of teaching at the Dan Dipert Career and Technical Center (CTC), but he got the teaching bug while in high school. “My teachers in high school…