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  Michael Gallops 
 President / CEO Rowlett Chamber of Commerce 
 One of Garland ISD’ s best-kept secrets is the GISD Education Foundation! The Foundation provides grants to teachers to purchase things for their classrooms that the district doesn’ t have the resources to fund. Anyone can contribute and help. 
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  Tawanna McGinnis 
 Special Education Aide Sewell Elementary School 
 Garland ISD’ s best-kept secret is that elementary students get to use iPads for lessons. Another secret is that the new Gilbreath-Reed Career and Technical Center is absolutely amazing. Our students get hands-on, real-world experience. 
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  Kenneth Washington 
 Principal Webb Middle School 
 Webb’ s orchestra program is directed by Mrs. Erika Pack, and we currently have two TMEA All-Region Orchestra students. In addition, our varsity ensemble has earned superior ratings five years in a row. We are very proud of these students! 
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  Cat Nguyen 
 Student Memorial Pathway Academy 
 Through my studies at Memorial Pathway Academy, I have changed a lot about myself. I learned to overcome my own fear. I am now confident when I speak English with teachers and friends. I learned to accept and modify and be more social. 
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  Raney Stryk 
 Event Coordinator Curtis Culwell Center 
 I believe two of Garland ISD’ s best-kept secrets are the magnet and Career and Technical Education programs offered. I think allowing students to explore a variety of advanced programs that extend past the standard curriculum is truly a great opportunity. 
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