Events
Foster Elementary opened in 1973 In the early 1970s, big changes were happening in Arlington. Residents were thrilled to see the opening of the old, popular Forum 303 Mall. The Texas Rangers had just brought major league baseball to the city from Washington D.C. And flying in and out of the area became easier with…
Event coincides with Read Across America Day The annual Reading Rocks event at Crouch Elementary last Friday featured a little bit of everything. Of course, there were plenty of books. After all, the event coincides with Read Across America Day. There were snacks to make sure all the guest readers were fueled up before heading…
Family Expo gets your family ready for summer Are you ready for an exhilarating experience that combines education with fun? Look no further than Arlington ISD’s annual Family Expo, presented by the family and community engagement department in collaboration with Xi Theta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. and The Arlington Foundation for…
Career Exploration Camp registration opens March 18 Parents, if you are looking for a fun way for your incoming seventh, eighth or ninth grade student to spend their summer, the free Career Exploration Camp at the Dan Dipert Career Technical Center is the perfect opportunity. The Arlington ISD career and technical education department (CTE) has…
Opal Lee spearheaded Juneteenth campaign Two hours into “Igniting the Change,” Sam Houston High School’s Black History Month program, keynote speaker Opal Lee took the stage. Judging by the rousing standing ovation, it was worth the wait. Lee, 97, walked gingerly to a waiting chair, sat, leaned into the microphone and began to talk about…
Explore your future at College and Career Expo Discover endless opportunities at the Arlington ISD College and Career Expo on March 26, 2024, from 5-8 p.m. at the Arlington ISD Athletics Center. With college reps, local businesses, seminars and prizes, this event is a gateway to a world of possibilities after high school and is…
Sam Houston High School’s annual Black History Program will be extra special this year. Teacher and activist Opal Lee, “the grandmother of Juneteenth” will be the event’s keynote speaker. Everyone is invited to the program on Feb. 16, from 6-8 p.m. in Sam Houston’s main auditorium. Tickets are just $3, and the proceeds go to the Black History Month Scholarship Fund. College scholarships are awarded to Sam Houston seniors who work with the Black History program.
Navy Band’s national tour coming to Arlington Whether you’re a music enthusiast, a proud veteran or a family looking for an exciting night out, the Arlington ISD Dr. Marcelo Cavazos Center for Visual and Performing Arts (CVPA) has you covered. Mark your calendars and get ready to be swept away by the majestic melodies of…
Toys will go to local kids in need Hardly anything could beat the excitement last week in Arlington’s entertainment district. No, the new World Series champion Texas Rangers weren’t there. Nor were the Cowboys. Although the pro teams’ stadiums were in view, the nearby Dr. Marcelo Cavazos Center for Visual and Performing Arts (CVPA) took…
Toys for Tots event at the CVPA Santa Claus will be making an early stop in Arlington before his busy season begins. Santa will be just one of many guests tomorrow for Arlington ISD’s first-ever Toys for Tots event at the Dr. Marcelo Cavazos Center for Visual and Performing Arts (CVPA). Wednesday’s event runs from 5 to 10:30 p.m.…