My Arlington ISD Parent Newsletter for February 2026
February 2026
Winter Weather Make-up Day: Keeping Learning on Track
Due to school closures caused by the winter storm last month, Monday, March 23, 2026, will now be a regular instructional day for all students and staff at all campuses and departments.
This day was originally designated as a bad weather make-up day in our Board-adopted calendar for the 2025-2026 school year.
Every instructional day matters, and each one plays an important role in student learning and progress. After weather-related closures, it is important for us to thoughtfully restore as much classroom time as possible, so students remain on track academically.
We understand calendar changes impact family schedules, and we do not make these decisions lightly. Our goal is to be proactive, transparent, and respectful by announcing this change more than six weeks in advance.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership as we work together to support the academic growth of our students.
View the updated school calendar at www.aisd.net/calendar
Mark Your Calendar
February is Black History Month and Career & Technical Education Month!
District Events
- Feb. 2-6 - School Counseling Week
- Feb. 4 - Signing Day
- Feb. 5 - Board of Trustees Meeting
- Feb. 10 - School Crossing Guard Day
- Feb. 12 - Arlington ISD Night at UTA Women’s Basketball Game
- Feb. 13 - Student holiday / Staff Professional Learning Day
- Feb. 15 - School Resource Officer Day
- Feb. 16 - Student / Staff Holiday
- Feb. 19 - Board of Trustees Meeting
- Feb. 21-28 - National FFA Week
- Feb. 27 - Early Learning Connections - Workshop for parents of young children
- March 2 - Arlington ISD Service Academy Night - Hear from all five service academies
Community Events
2026-2027 School Year Calendar
The elementary and secondary student calendar for next school year, 2026-2027, has been approved. Click the button or the image to see the elementary and secondary calendars.
Capital Needs Steering Committee
Capital Needs Steering Committee Proposes Future Bond Options
The district’s Capital Needs Steering Committee (CNSC) recently concluded its review of Arlington ISD’s facilities and long-term capital needs and presented its findings to the Board of Trustees. The presentation outlined two options for a future bond proposal based on several months of study and community input. The Board of Trustees is expected to consider calling a bond election this month.
Save the Date
Feb. 12: Arlington ISD Night at UTA Women’s Basketball Game
You can take your kids to an exciting night of UT Arlington women’s basketball for FREE on Feb. 12, at 6:30! The UTA Mavericks will face off against Abilene Christian on the UTA campus. All Arlington ISD students get in free if you show this flyer at the gate. Parents and staff can join in the fun with tickets available online for just $5 each. Don’t miss this opportunity to cheer on the Mavericks!
March: Experience the Magic at Our Open Houses!
Come check out the magic happening at your student’s school! Walk the halls they walk everyday and see what they’ve been learning. All Arlington ISD schools host an open house the first week of March. Please check with your school for times and details.
- Monday, March 2 - High School Open House
- Tuesday, March 3 - Junior High Open House
- Thursday, March 5 - Elementary Open House
Need to Know:
Important Announcements
Give Your Input About Potential Curriculum
Parents are invited to review and provide feedback on instructional materials that Arlington ISD is considering for adoption in the upcoming school year. Most can be reviewed online. Click the button to see the career and technical education and math courses currently under review.
Blanton Elementary to Close: Understanding the Decision and Next Steps
Our Board of Trustees recently made the difficult decision to close Blanton Elementary at the end of this school year and repurpose the newer portion of the building for a different district use in the future. Please visit our Blanton info webpage for continued information. There is also a place on the site to submit any questions you have.
Arlington ISD Highlights and News
Alumni Spotlight
Martin Grad Myles Garrett Sets NFL Sack Record
Martin High School grad and Cleveland Browns star Myles Garrett set the official NFL single‑season sack record last month with his 23rd takedown. The Arlington ISD phenom was a standout defensive end at Texas A&M, the first pick in the 2017 NFL draft, and is now widely regarded as a future member of the NFL Hall of Fame.
Bowie Star DJ Campbell Declares for NFL Draft
Myles Garrett and other Arlington ISD grads in the NFL will welcome a new addition to the league from Arlington next season. Bowie High School's DJ Campbell declared for the NFL draft last month after four standout years as an offensive lineman at the University of Texas.
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