2 #GarlandUSA taking over the
nation one success at a time
With a history of excellence dating back over 100
years, Garland ISD has long been the home of mavericks,
trailblazers and winners. We are one of the nation’s best,
and we want to spread the word. Join #GarlandUSA as
we take the country by storm with our talented students,
passionate staff, top-notch programs and amazing
accomplishments.
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This is an army that is going to
change the world, starting in Garland,
USA.
“This is an army that is going to change the world,
starting in Garland, USA,” said Superintendent Ricardo
López. “We want our students, no matter what grade
they are in, to be on level or above. That’s a lot of work.
That’s a high expectation. We said bring it. GISD is going
to permeate throughout our three cities, DFW, the state
of Texas and the nation.”
To tackle that challenge, it is essential for all students
to receive a dynamic, well-rounded education. Our
exclusive Choice of School program empowers families
to customize their student’s education. Families can
choose to attend any campus in the district, whether
it’s down the street or across town. This one-of-a-kind
program genuinely allows students to find their fit
based on individual interests, learning styles, friends,
neighborhoods, and much more.
GISD also champions future generations by preparing
them for college, careers and life through selective and
innovative opportunities. Students can earn college
credit for free by taking advantage of programs such
as College for All and dual credit. With more than 200
Career & Technical Education courses taught by experts,
high schoolers can also gain employable skills in a
variety of industries. Real-world experiences are attained
through multiple avenues such as project-based learning,
internships and apprenticeships. And by offering special
education, guidance and counseling, student nutrition,
transportation, and Gifted & Talented services at all
campuses, GISD educates and supports every student.
Considering the impressive array of options and
benefits, it comes as no surprise that #GarlandUSA
is beyond compare. We boast countless accolades,
including having a graduation rate higher than the
region, state and nation. Eight of our campuses have
received multiple National Blue Ribbon Schools titles,
and three are AVID National Demonstration Schools. We
also produce National Merit, Dell and Gates Millennium
connected
Scholarship winners. Plus, our high schools are ranked
among the best by U.S. News and World Report, Niche.com
and The Washington Post.
Going above and beyond is the #GarlandUSA way, and
the district’s extensive safety and security measures are
no exception. In May 2018, Gov. Greg Abbott released
the School Safety Action Plan, outlining approximately
40 strategies to enhance safety. Thanks to the generous
support of our tri-cities, as well as the 2002 and 2014
bonds, GISD is ahead of the game. Our schools have
telephones in every classroom, controlled access on
multiple exterior doors, cameras for interior and exterior
surveillance, and secured entrances. Our campuses
also feature enhanced 911 notification, digital call data
recording for bomb threat tracking, and PA access from
every telephone for interior and exterior paging—
attributes that exceed the governor’s plan.
It’s clear that greatness abounds in #GarlandUSA. We
will continue to break
barriers, create waves
of excellence and
make history—an
epic journey
we’re excited to
share with you
and the world.
Show you’re a
proud Garland ISD
ally on social
media by using
the hashtag
#GarlandUSA.