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Every student will be equipped for life long learning, have high self esteem and be motivated to learn
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Welcome to Stephens! Our STARS are big and bright!
Kids learn to code at Stephens Elementary!
"Everyone here is the best there is.."
"It's not who I am underneath, but what I do that defines me."
"Always keep a positive mindset, it will improve your outlook on the world."
Field Day at Stephens is the BEST day ever!!
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Students entering PreK-K can make their campus selections from March 21-May 5.
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Interested in working at a campus in our district? Attend our in-person job fair on April 1.
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Our tri-cities community is invited to join us at one of our town hall meetings, where we will cover the Bond 2023 and its three propositions.
At a special meeting on February 14, the Garland ISD Board of Trustees approved calling for a bond election.
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Explore GISD with our community and learn about our innovative programs while having fun!
Get ready to explore Garland ISD! You're invited to our Explore GISD Fair, where our community can learn about our innovative programs all while having fun!
Families can chat with staff from Pre-K centers and elementary schools, as well as:
- complete an enrollment application
- participate in hands-on activities and games
- enjoy student performances
- check out a book at the Reading with Rodney Mobile Library
Come explore the world of opportunities our district has to offer our students. At GISD, it's your choice and journey! #TheGISDEffect
Come learn more about what's included in Bond 2023. All members of the GISD community are invited.
Learn about the GISD Bond 2023 at our town hall meeting. Everyone in our community is invited to come to our open meeting to learn more about the bond and its three propositions. Anyone can attend this meeting no matter where you live in our tri-cities area.
Other dates
Can't attend this meeting? See other opportunities:
Come learn more about what's included in Bond 2023. All members of the GISD community are invited.
Learn about the GISD Bond 2023 at our town hall meeting. Everyone in our community is invited to come to our open meeting to learn more about the bond and its three propositions. Anyone can attend this meeting no matter where you live in our tri-cities area.
Other dates
Can't attend this meeting? See other opportunities:
Be sure you register to vote so your voice can be heard. The voter registration deadline is April 6.
Your vote is your voice. Be heard.
Register to vote
To vote in Texas, you must be registered at your current address at least 30 days before the election day. That means you need to register by April 6, 2023.
Vote
Once you are registered, you can vote during early voting (April 24-May 2) or on Election Day (May 6).
April 7 is a student and staff holiday. Classes will resume on April 11.
Students will have the day as a holiday off. Staff will come in for a staff development day.
Come learn more about what's included in Bond 2023. All members of the GISD community are invited.
Learn about the GISD Bond 2023 at our town hall meeting. Everyone in our community is invited to come to our open meeting to learn more about the bond and its three propositions. Anyone can attend this meeting no matter where you live in our tri-cities area.
Can't attend this meeting? Come to our last meeting on May 1.
The magnet program application for students entering Pre-K and kindergarten is open from March 21-April 18.
The magnet program application for students entering Pre-K and kindergarten is open from March 21-April 18 in Skyward Family Access.
Learn more on the magnet programs page.
Registered voters can participate in early voting April 24 through May 2.
Your vote is your voice. Be heard.
Registered voters can participate in early voting April 24 through May 2. Check the Texas Secretary of State website to see if you are registered to vote.
Early voting locations
Garland ISD residents can vote at any voting location in Dallas County during the voting dates.
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