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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First phase two playgrounds open at Crow Leadership Academy Work underway at Ditto, Webb and Wimbish, with more to come soon
August 2022
At least he was honest. It was the first day of school at Crow Leadership Academy when Arlington ISD superintendent Dr. Marcelo Cavazos visited a…
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New playgrounds under construction again Global supply chain issues caused delays
July 2022
Installation underway at Crow Leadership Academy They started pouring concrete at 4 a.m. last Wednesday morning at Crow Leadership Academy. That’s what you have to…
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Citizens Bond Oversight Committee gives annual report Read report or watch presentation
July 2022
The Citizens Bond Oversight Committee recently gave its annual report to the Arlington ISD Board of Trustees. Charles Finicum, the committee’s chair, presented at the…
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Berry Elementary School goes vertical New building’s steel frame under construction
June 2022
The future Berry Elementary School has gone vertical. That means the steel is now being erected for the frame of the facility. After lots of…
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New Webb Elementary scheduled to open in late 2022 Global supply chain issues cause construction delays
June 2022
Global supply chain issues are causing delays everywhere, and that includes the construction of the new Webb Elementary School. Originally scheduled to open for the…
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Construction wrapping up at Gunn Junior High and Fine Arts and Dual Language Academy Teachers end year by moving into new classrooms
June 2022
Summer can wait Sure, Gunn Junior High and Fine Arts and Dual Language Academy art teacher Zena Young is excited about the summer. But right…
