Texas / School Districts / ARLINGTON ISD
Trustees unanimously approved a notice of election for May 2026 and adopted initial budget development parameters and assumptions as a starting point in the district's budget process; administrators noted some projections (enrollment, allotments) remain subject to future demographer reports and state allocations.
Texas / School Districts / ARLINGTON ISD
District administrators reported midyear CA1 and early screener results showing progress toward reading and math goals at many grade levels, and described targeted interventions — instructional coaches, structured literacy, CBLI support, and work with Bailey Education Group — to accelerate student growth.
Texas / School Districts / ARLINGTON ISD
After extensive workshop work and debate over active vs. passive wording, the board voted unanimously to adopt: 'Arlington ISD creates exceptional learning experiences that inspire all students, empower their dreams and prepare them for the future.'
Texas / School Districts / ARLINGTON ISD
Trustees unanimously approved new attendance boundaries rezoning Blanton students to Bergen, Crow, Goodman and Swift elementary schools, after administrators described TEA accountability constraints and parents raised transportation and transfer concerns; the board approved a special transfer window and transition supports.
Texas / School Districts / ARLINGTON ISD
Following closed‑session review, the board voted to accept the superintendent’s recommendation and directed staff to prepare and deliver a final notice proposing termination of Cynthia Kennedy's probationary contract and to notify counsel and outline hearing procedures. The motion carried 5–0.
Texas / School Districts / ARLINGTON ISD
The Arlington ISD board on Feb. 5 voted 7–0 to call a May 2, 2026 bond election totaling roughly $501 million across three propositions, adopting a capital package based on the capital needs steering committee's Option 2 plus additions trustees approved during deliberations.
Texas / School Districts / ARLINGTON ISD
At a public hearing Feb. 5, Arlington ISD reported 100% district test participation in 2024–25, maintained 'approaches' rates (67% all subjects; 65% math) and a 10-point gain in college-, career- and military-readiness for the Class of 2024.
Texas / School Districts / ARLINGTON ISD
Staff briefed trustees on a multi-year Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) exploration and teacher engagement efforts, saying teacher feedback shaped proposed designation pathways and that a formal recommendation will return in spring ahead of an April application window.
Texas / School Districts / ARLINGTON ISD
Trustees reviewed staff recommendations to cut a projected deficit by one-third over three years while maintaining a 25% fund balance; staff emphasized enrollment declines, staffing ratios and 0‑based budgeting as key levers.
Texas / School Districts / ARLINGTON ISD
District leaders presented a draft five‑year strategic plan linking values and beliefs to measurable priorities (academic growth, culture, safety/discipline, marketing/engagement and talent/resources) and asked trustees for feedback on goals and KPIs.