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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Bond 2019 buys new district buses and vehicles Phase one includes 18 new buses
January 2021
Bond 2019 Transportation Update The 2019 Bond isn’t just about construction. The bond is also buying new school buses and vehicles for the Arlington ISD,…
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New Center for Visual and Performing Arts opens for students Classes at CVPA started last week
January 2021
CVPA is final 2014 Bond project The Arlington ISD’s new Center for Visual and Performing Arts welcomed students for the first time last week. “It…
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Arlington ISD Aquatics Club launches in February Club will swim in district's new natatorium
January 2021
District hiring life guards and swim instructors While it may be a little chilly outside, things are certainly heating up inside the new Arlington ISD…
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New playground construction beginning First of three phases underway
December 2020
All elementary schools getting new playgrounds COVID-19 hasn’t slowed progress on the Arlington ISD’s elementary playground project. In fact, construction is starting this month at…
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Construction almost complete for new Center for Visual and Performing Arts Classes start in CVPA after winter break
December 2020
Final 2014 Bond project opening soon It’s almost ready. After years of dreaming, planning and construction, the Arlington ISD’s Center for Visual and Performing Arts, the…
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Construction update for Gunn Junior High Bond 2019 project changing the school
December 2020
Gunn Junior High looks a lot different Gunn Junior High is changing. Construction to convert Gunn into the Arlington ISD’s fine arts/dual language junior high…
