The Cafeteria Mural that was painted by Back students, staff, community members, GISD board members, and Dr. Lopez. Thank you to Ms. Pollay, and artist, Dora Zeneth Reynosa for making this possible for our Back Bulldogs.
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The Cafeteria Mural that was painted by Back students, staff, community members, GISD board members, and Dr. Lopez. Thank you to Ms. Pollay, and artist, Dora Zeneth Reynosa for making this possible for our Back Bulldogs.
TEA Commissioner Morath visits Back Elementary to celebrate the school's A rating and perfect 6 for 6 distinction designation.
We are growing together at Back Elementary!
Ms. Turner and her students are visited by the Dallas Morning News during Commissioner Morath's visit.
The mission of Back Elementary School is to provide a quality education for all students emphasizing high expectations and strong work habits within a safe environment for learning.
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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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TEA Commissioner Morath visited Back Elementary in August of 2022 to celebrate the school's A rating and perfect 6 for 6 distinction designation.
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Back Elementary School earned an A Rating for 2022 STAAR achievements and distinction designations!
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Congratulations for our Spelling Bee winners and runner-ups!
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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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