Arlington ISD
Standing on a professional stage in front of a large crowd is a moment many young performers only dream about. But for three Arlington ISD students, that dream has already come true. Thanks to the Levitt Pavilion’s Youth Spotlight program, students Mason Engler of Martin High School, Ava Plumlee of Wood Elementary and Natalia Vega…
After bringing their stories to life through words and illustrations, students in Stephanie Bowsher’s Principles of Human Services class at Seguin High School are now officially published authors. Each year, Bowsher challenges her students to write and illustrate original children’s books as part of their child development unit, encouraging them to think critically about how…
Arlington Collegiate High School senior Giovanni Roman has earned one of the most prestigious scholarships in the nation: the QuestBridge College Match Scholarship. The award provides him with a full four‑year college education at the University of Notre Dame, including tuition, room and board, medical benefits, and travel expenses. The QuestBridge scholarship is a highly…
“I’m so excited for all the opportunities our kids will receive thanks to this grant,” said Ashworth Elementary P.E. teacher Kim Adams. Students clapped and cheered as Adams accepted a large $5,000 check after the school was named a Texas Rangers Medical City Healthcare Fitness All-Stars grant recipient. Arlington ISD, the Texas Rangers, and Medical…
Kathy Kaju beamed with pride as four of her former Gifted and Talented students safely crossed Cooper Street at the new pedestrian crosswalk light in front of Webb Elementary. The now retired teacher’s fifth-grade assignment on bridges and structural design has been transformed into a lasting community improvement that will help make walking to school…
Hundreds of Arlington families came together this weekend for Arlington ISD’s annual FatherFEST, a district celebration focused on family engagement, community connection and the important role fathers play in students’ lives. The event featured a variety of activities for all ages, including a car show, obstacle courses, lawn games, and delicious food. Students from Thornton…
Oxygen For Educators Cover with Telisa Brown. Telisa Brown, Arlington ISD’s director of guidance and counseling, shared that thought as she discussed the importance of kindness, community and culture following her selection as the cover feature for Oxygen for Educators magazine.
Students at Beckham Elementary are taking flight. They journeyed recently into the world of aviation with a hands-on, in-house field trip that introduced pre-K through third grade students to STEM concepts and aerospace careers — one of the largest employment sectors in North Texas. The experience was made possible after the campus applied for and…
At the Arlington ISD principal meeting last week, the focus wasn’t just on leading schools – it was growing leaders at every level. Arlington ISD principals gathered at the Arlington ISD Professional Development Center for a special Leader in Me lunch following their principal meeting, where they heard from Sean Covey, co-author of “The Leader in Me” and president of FranklinCovey Education. His message centered on the heart…
What’s Your Big Idea? Ideas can change the world. And Arlington ISD students have lots of great ones. That’s why Arlington ISD is partnering again with the Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce for the 19th annual “What’s Your Big Idea?” Entrepreneurship Contest. The contest is designed to inspire students from third through 12th grade to…