Arlington ISD
We might think of full-circle moments when reflecting on flare jeans and other fashion trends, but sixth-grade teacher Amy Shaw is showing us a much more meaningful depiction. The Arlington ISD teacher began her 23rd year of teaching in the exact same classroom she sat in as a sixth-grade student at Wimbish World Language Academy.…
In Arlington ISD, providing “more than a remarkable education” starts as soon as students walk into their classrooms, even at ages three and four. That’s why every detail in our pre-K classrooms was intentionally designed to launch our littlest learners on a lifelong journey of exploration and learning. “In Arlington ISD, we strive to create…
Kiara Mullins is an Arlington ISD superstar in the making. Mullins, an Arlington native and senior at Martin High School, makes Arlington ISD proud with her radiant voice. She recently represented the district by performing the national anthem at the annual State of the District address sponsored by the Arlington Chamber of Commerce, Arlington ISD’s 2021 convocation, Ignite 2021, and before Friday…
After two days of searching and 11 hours of effort by Arlington police and fire departments, the recovery mission of Zoey, a deaf dog stuck in a storm drain, had a happy ending. They didn’t do it alone though. Midway through the hot August day, the police officers and fire rescue team received some help…
We’re one week into the new school year, and Arlington ISD is in full swing with academics, athletics, fine arts and specialized programs to meet the needs and interests of every student. Are you ready for your child to jump into the school year but haven’t been able to get them registered yet? Don’t worry.…
The Arlington ISD has a new app that will help parents and staff members navigate through the school year. The Arlington ISD app, which is available to download here for Apple phones and here for Android phones, features everything from lunch menus to teacher contact information for families. It will also be a quick way…
The first day of pre-K in Arlington ISD is this Monday! And no one is more excited than the pre-K teachers and principals! Here’s why a few of them are so excited: Mary Eldredge, Kooken Educational Center & Community Based pre-K teacher-librarian I CAN. NOT. WAIT. to be back together with our students – and especially to…
When Ellis Elementary sixth-grade teacher Antonio Young kicked Arlington ISD’s convocation into high gear with a catchy and timely rap tune written specifically for the occasion, the roar from the assembled crowd should have been thunderous, even inside the massive AT&T Stadium. Instead, most of the reactive commotion will have to come from teachers and…
For many parents, deciding whether or not to send your child to pre-K is tough. It’s hard to send your baby off to school for the first time. But as hard as it might be, pre-K is the right choice, especially in Arlington ISD. “Research demonstrates that high-quality preschool education can substantially increase children’s chances…
Angelique Tilly isn’t quite sure how the new school year is going to play out but one thing is for certain: her fourth grader is so eager to return to class she already has her first day of school clothes picked out. It’s a pink and white dress, black sneakers with a white-stripe, and ankle-length…