Arlington ISD earns perfect financial rating for third year in a row Scores 100 on the 2025-2026 School Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas
September 2026
It’s now three years in a row with a perfect score. Arlington ISD earned its third-straight perfect score of 100 on the 2025-2026 School Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST), the highest possible rating under the Texas Education Agency’s financial accountability system. “Earning this rating reflects our commitment to strong financial stewardship,” said Arlington ISD Superintendent Dr. Matt Smith. It’s not just about balancing the books, it’s about building trust with our community and ensuring every dollar is used to support student success.” School districts are assessed across 21 important financial indicators, including fund balance, debt management, solvency, and…
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Arlington ISD celebrating 50 years of orchestra Reserve your tickets now for the Celebration Concert
October 2022
Save the date Arlington ISD is celebrating 50 years of orchestra with a special concert Saturday, Nov. 5, at the Arlington ISD Center for Visual…
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Gunn Junior High orchestra and dancers perform on same night Orchestra performs national anthem at UTA volleyball game
October 2022
Dancers celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month Gunn Junior High and Fine Arts and Dual Language Academy shared the arts with Arlington last Thursday evening. While the…
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Arlington ISD Arts and Athletics Complex wins another award Earns star of distinction at 2022-23 Exhibit of School Architecture
September 2022
Arts and Athletics in Arlington ISD make a statement The awards keep piling up for the Arlington ISD’s Arts and Athletics Complex, home of the…
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Thornton Elementary celebrates topping out Final beam installed in the construction of new school
September 2022
Principal signs beam and tours building Wednesday was the last day of the summer, but it felt like July. Except under Thornton Elementary’s two big…
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Expansion at Arlington High School kicks off this fall Addition will include new band hall, library and more
September 2022
Phase one includes demolition and site work Remember that gas station that was in Arlington High School’s front yard at the corner of Park Row…
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Ceremony celebrates Berry Elementary topping out Final beam installed at new school under construction
September 2022
Berry Elementary The future Berry Elementary School is officially topped out. Tuesday, the last beam of the new structure was hung, a significant milestone in…
