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Ogg sponsors Martin rocketry club Rockets. That’s what pre-AP geometry teacher Josh Ogg is going so spend the prize money on that he just won. The Martin STEM Academy teacher was named the Fort Worth Chapter Air and Space Forces Teacher of the Year in a surprise visit last month from David Dietsch, of the…
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Early graduation helps sisters chase dreams Graduating from high school is always a proud moment – but for twin sisters Caila and Cristian Owens, the moment came a little earlier than expected. The two walked the stage together last week at Arlington ISD’s Dr. Marcelo Center for Visual and Performing Arts, celebrating not only their…
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McCown receives Rose Spicola Pioneer in Literacy Award Lighting the way for literacy, Arlington ISD’s Krista McCown was named the recipient of the prestigious 2025 Rose Spicola Pioneer in Literacy Award last month. McCown, who serves as the district’s coordinator for state and federal interventions and operations, has played a key role in transforming literacy education…
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This was an exciting week for the Arlington ISD Board of Trustees as the members participated in eight Arlington ISD graduations and congratulated nearly 4,000 seniors as they walked across the stage! They also congratulated many others at their school board meeting on June 5. Here are some of the highlights from the meeting. Fred…
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In-person registration support The first day of school – Aug. 13 – will be here before you know it, so it’s time to get your little one registered for pre-K. And starting Monday, we’ll have in-person support to help you through the process. For help with registration or if you have any questions about Arlington…
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5th year in a row Martin students have earned scholarship Bryan Chan sees camping out for basketball tickets in his future. The Martin High School STEM Academy 2025 graduate is heading to Duke University to study electrical and computer engineering – and to become an avid Blue Devil basketball fan. His future school is known…
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P-TECH seniors earned associate degrees, too The Bowie High School P-TECH seniors have done a lot of walking lately. The first-ever senior class is set to walk across the stage at Bowie’s graduation on Tuesday. But for most of these students, the walk across the stage at Globe Life Field won’t be their first. Many…
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Arlington High valedictorian Mirabel Lynch It’s graduation season and we are celebrating the Class of 2025 valedictorian and salutatorian for all eight Arlington ISD high schools. Meet Arlington High School’s valedictorian Mirabel Lynch. NAME: Mirabel Lynch SCHOOL: Arlington High School COLLEGE: University of Texas at Arlington INTENDED MAJOR: Biology 〉What is one piece of advice you would…
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Sanchez known for his quiet determination In the crowded halls of Lamar High School, one senior stands out – not for being the loudest or most outspoken, but for the quiet determination that has carried him to an extraordinary milestone. Jovani Sanchez, a student in the AVID program at Lamar, has earned more than $1…
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Arlington High salutatorian Kelcy Orr It’s graduation season and we are celebrating the Class of 2025 valedictorian and salutatorian for all eight Arlington ISD high schools. Meet Arlington High School’s salutatorian Kelcy Orr. NAME: Kelcy Orr SCHOOL: Arlington High School COLLEGE: Texas Christian University INTENDED MAJOR: Biology and history 〉What is one piece of advice…
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