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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U.S. Army Field Band to Present ‘America the Beautiful’ in Arlington Free concert is March 5 at Center for Visual and Performing Arts
February 2022
U.S. Army Band to Present “America the Beautiful” in March The U.S. Army is the largest military branch known for protecting and defending our nation,…
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Arlington ISD sells third phase of bonds 2019 Bond comprises five phases
February 2022
The Arlington ISD sold bonds this week for the third phase of the 2019 Bond program. A $176.37 million total. The $996 million 2019 Bond…
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First Arlington ISD Trustee Talk is Feb. 15 Join trustees for a presentation on the new strategic plan and 2019 bond progress
February 2022
Join members of the Arlington ISD Board of Trustees at the first Trustee Talks for a presentation and discussion about what’s going on in the…
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Students pioneer new junior high fine arts/dual language program First sixth-grade class settles in at Gunn Junior High and Fine Arts and Dual Language Academy
February 2022
Innovation always comes with challenges, but it’s also what reaps the greatest rewards. At Gunn Junior High School and Fine Arts and Dual Language Academy,…
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Future Webb Elementary goes vertical Students excited to see steel beams going up
December 2021
What’s the Buzz at Webb? The students at Webb Elementary are all abuzz. And it’s not just because of the holidays. It’s because their new…
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Arlington ISD breaks ground for new Berry Elementary 2019 Bond project will help transform east Arlington
December 2021
The gray skies, chilly temperature and occasional drizzle could not dampen the mood. As Arlington ISD broke ground this week for the construction of a…
