Board Brief from Feb. 16 Arlington ISD’s Board of Trustees meeting on Feb. 16, 2023, is in the books, and here are a few of the highlights. The words “fun” and “board meeting” aren’t often put in the same sentence, but they went together last night. That’s because of the amazing students and community partner…
New Webb replaces school built in 1960 When Webb Elementary School originally opened in 1993, it was in a building built in 1960 as Nichols Junior High. But today, Webb has a brand-new building for the first time. The district celebrated the much-needed new facility with a dedication ceremony and open house last Friday, complete…
Next Level Chef premiered after Super Bowl You’ve probably heard of former Arlington ISD student Preston Nguyen, the 19-year-old chef taking the culinary industry by storm. Well, now he’s taking his skills to new heights on Gordon Ramsay’s hit television show Next Level Chef. The show premiered Sunday after the Super Bowl, so Nguyen hosted…
Certifications get students work ready February is Career and Technical Education Month, so we’re highlighting the Arlington ISD’s CTE program all month long. Arlington ISD’s CTE program is all about opportunities – opportunities that set students up to succeed after they graduate from high school. That’s why the Arlington ISD offers more than 30 industry certification…
Recipes are tasty and healthy Aziz Kobty wasn’t the healthiest eater when he was a student at Martin High School. “Martin High School had two Chick-fil-A sandwiches for five bucks and I would destroy that thing,” Kobty said. “Then the chicken tenders and the pizza. I wouldn’t eat healthy at all. Why would I do…
Award for district’s 2022-2023 budget presentation The Arlington ISD has been honored with a Meritorious Budget Award (MBA) for its excellence in budget presentation for the 2022-23 school year. The award marks the 11th consecutive year the district has received the honor. “Our finance department continues to exhibit excellence in the presentation of the annual budget,”…
