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 Capital Needs Steering Committee explores campuses at fourth meeting CNSC takes bus tour to see six schools
December 2025
CNSC reviewing district conditions and needs The Arlington ISD Capital Needs Steering Committee (CNSC) continued its work on Monday, Dec. 8, with a special school-bus…
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Arlington ISD Capital Needs Steering Committee continues its work at second meeting Committee tours South Davis Elementary School
November 2025
Meeting covers finances and facility assessments Arlington ISD’s Capital Needs Steering Committee (CNSC) reconvened on Monday, Nov. 17, for the second of six scheduled meetings…
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Arlington ISD dedicates new Glaspie Field honoring trailblazing leader Michael Glaspie cuts ribbon before Seguin High School football game
October 2025
New stadium funded by the 2019 Bond Nearly 35 years ago, Michael Glaspie made history as the first Black trustee elected to the Arlington ISD…
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Arlington ISD dedicates new Rodriguez Junior High School Celebrates legacy of namesake Joey Rodriguez
October 2025
New school funded by the 2019 Bond It was a night filled with pride, memories and community spirit as Arlington ISD officially dedicated Joey Rodriguez…
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Apply to serve on the Capital Needs Steering Committee Applications open through Oct. 15
October 2025
The Arlington ISD Board of Trustees called for a volunteer Capital Needs Steering Committee at last week’s board meeting. The purpose of the 2025 Capital…
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Citizens Bond Oversight Committee tours construction progress at Miller Elementary Renovations and new gym funded by the 2019 Bond
September 2025
Old gym converted into pre-K classrooms Arlington ISD’s 2019 Bond program is a lot more than the big noticeable projects, like the brand-new Rodriguez Junior…
