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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Crow Leadership Academy kitchen is growing Will shut down next week for construction
April 2021
There are still about four weeks of school left, but Crow Leadership Academy’s kitchen can’t wait that long. It’s shutting down next Friday. Construction crews…
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Bond 2019 voters make new furniture possible for Arlington ISD Pre-K students Full-day pre-K 4 increases need for more classrooms
April 2021
New pre-K furniture for all classrooms This school year brought a monumental change to Arlington ISD’s pre-K program. For the first time, the district offered…
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Bebensee Elementary opens new playgrounds Students participate in ribbon cutting
April 2021
Playgrounds funded by 2019 Bond The dark ominous clouds and gusty winds couldn’t dampen the students’ enthusiasm Wednesday morning as they filed outside. Their face…
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New playgrounds open at Pearcy STEM Academy Bond 2019 funding new playgrounds for all elementary schools
March 2021
Third graders rush playground after ribbon cutting The third-grader practically flew up the stairs toward the twisting slide. “Oh my goodness!” she said, streaming her…
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New Steinway Spirio pianos introduced at Center for Visual and Performing Arts Donors Dan and Linda Dipert hear pianos for the first time
March 2021
World-class instruments and amazing technology The Arlington ISD’s new Center for Visual and Performing Arts was filled with the sounds of two professional Steinway pianists…
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Renovations of food service building near completion New catering kitchen opens after spring break
March 2021
Freezer addition almost ready Extensive renovations for the Arlington ISD’s Food and Nutrition Services building are nearing completion with the new catering kitchen scheduled to…
