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 Calls Voter-Approval Tax Rate Election Approval would increase teacher compensation
August 2020
The Arlington ISD Board of Trustees has called for a Voter-Approval Tax Rate Election on Nov. 3, 2020. If approved, the VATRE would generate approximately…
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Construction Impacts All of Gunn Junior High See recent construction progress photos
August 2020
Construction at Gunn Junior High Will Impact Future Learners Most schools are quiet right now as students started the school year learning online from home….
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Arlington ISD Recognized For Innovation Arlington ISD Earns 2020 TASB Risk Management Fund Excellence Award
August 2020
Arlington ISD Honored with 2020 TASB Risk Management Fund Excellence Award The Arlington ISD has been selected as a recipient of the 2020 TASB Risk…
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Pre-K Online: Is it Worth it? Online Pre-K promotes creativity and exploration
August 2020
Five Reasons Online Pre-K is Worth it Pre-K is the beginning of a child’s educational journey. It’s about getting children ready for kindergarten through purposeful…
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Device Distribution Ongoing for Student’s Return to School Arlington ISD preparing students for online instruction
August 2020
Getting Students Devices a Priority for Arlington ISD Device distribution is a daunting task getting technology into the hands of students who need it for…
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Arlington ISD Recognized for Financial Transparency District earns Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting
August 2020
Arlington ISD Honored with Financial Reporting Award The Arlington ISD was awarded a Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Association of School Business…
