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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New Arlington ISD natatorium open New pool now home to district’s swimming program
October 2020
Swim coaches share their excitement as new Natatorium Opens in Arlington The coaches might be more excited than the student athletes. The Arlington ISD’s first-ever…
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See drone video and photos of Crow Academy construction Bond 2019 project is on schedule
October 2020
It’s all about concrete this week at Crow Leadership Academy where construction is moving along at full speed and is on schedule. The concrete slab…
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Bond 2019 Update: Ashworth Elementary Gets a New Patio Principal recalls when old patio was new
September 2020
Bond 2019 restores outdoor learning space When Ashworth Elementary opens for students on Monday, the school will be ready with a new patio funded by…
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VIDEO: Three Days Later Arlington ISD Pool is Full and Fabulous See the pool and watch time-lapse construction video
September 2020
New Arts & Athletics Complex nears completion It took several days to fill all the way, but Arlington ISD’s new pool in the soon-to-open Athletics…
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VIDEO: New Arlington ISD Natatorium pool filling with water Swimmers and divers anxious to put a toe in the water
September 2020
New Pool is Filling Up! The water got turned on at the new Arlington ISD Natatorium Thursday afternoon. Thanks to a large hose borrowed from…
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New Arlington ISD Natatorium Sure to Make a Big Splash New Pool Nearly Complete at Arts & Athletics Complex
September 2020
New Arlington ISD Natatorium Sure to Make a Big Splash The daily mantra at the new Arlington ISD Natatorium is “just add water.” While there…
