District News
Students across Arlington ISD lined up for something new this week – street tacos! The districtwide rollout brings a fresh, flavorful option to every school cafeteria, thanks to a new partnership with Chef Juan Flores, owner of Taqueria Saltillo. To celebrate the launch, Sam Houston High School hosted a special kickoff this week celebrating Taco…
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FFA meeting all about meat The Arlington ISD Future Farmers of America chapter meeting this month was meaty. From the topic of conversation to the barbecue dinner, students came away with a lot to chew. The evening featured Dr. Jeff Savell, vice chancellor and dean for Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University, who…
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Calling all pre-K and kindergarten families! Arlington ISD’s early childhood learning department is inviting families to two exciting events this October designed to support early learners, build community, and spark curiosity. Both events are FREE and open to the community. Early Learning Connections Friday, Oct. 3, 9-11:30 a.m. Arlington ISD Professional Development Center Early Learning…
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The Arlington ISD Board of Trustees’ first Trustee Talks of the new school year is Wednesday, Oct. 1, at 6 p.m. at the Arlington ISD Professional Development Center (1111 W. Arbrook Dr.). The topic will be Future Facility Planning, and the meeting will feature a format that includes “Listening Circles,” in which all attendees will…
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Old gym converted into pre-K classrooms Arlington ISD’s 2019 Bond program is a lot more than the big noticeable projects, like the brand-new Rodriguez Junior High School or the new Glaspie Field stadium that opens later this week. The bond program is also making huge improvements at schools that have served the Arlington community for…
Read More about Citizens Bond Oversight Committee tours construction progress at Miller Elementary .
2026 Arlington ISD Spring Graduations Arlington ISD seniors and their parents can officially start sending out graduation invitations. Graduation dates for the Class of 2026 have been finalized. All six traditional high schools will once again have their ceremonies at Globe Life Field June 1-2, and Arlington Collegiate High School, Arlington College and Career High School…
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Arlington ISD’s Board of Trustees meeting on Sept. 18, 2025, is in the books, and here are a few of the highlights. Anderson Elementary sixth grader Jesan Manandhar started the meeting by leading everyone in the pledges of allegiance. He did a great job! One of the first items on the agenda was a presentation…
Read More about Watch Board Brief from Sept. 18, 2025, trustees meeting.
Arlington ISD earned a perfect score of 100 on the 2024-2025 School Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST), the highest possible rating under the Texas Education Agency’s financial accountability system. School districts are assessed across 21 important financial indicators, including fund balance, debt management, solvency, and internal controls. Achieving a perfect score reflects Arlington’s…
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Calling all 7th-10th grade students and parents! Are you ready to start shaping your future? Come to the Arlington ISD Career and Technical Education (CTE) Showcase on Monday, Oct. 6, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. The CTE Showcase is your chance to discover the incredible opportunities waiting for you. From junior high and high school CTE courses…
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Adrian Contreras, a senior at Seguin High School and an outstanding defensive lineman on the football team, got a big surprise last week. Former Dallas Cowboy Danny McCray and Cowboys mascot Rowdy showed up at Seguin last week to let Contreras know that he has been selected as the Dallas Cowboys’ nominee for the NFL…
Read More about Seguin High School senior named NFL Latino Youth Honors Nominee.