Almost 40% of college students in America face food insecurity, according to Feed America. The University of Texas at Arlington is working to combat this issue in students through the creation of the Maverick Pantry. The Maverick Pantry is “Feeding Student Success” through its commitment to creating and maintaining equitable access to food and … [Read more...]
Maverick Pantry: Feeding Student Success
Texas Health Resources Helps AISD Practicum Students Get Hands-On Experience
High school Students enrolled in the Arlington Independent School District have been given the opportunity to get real life experience thanks to Texas Health Resources. Texas Health is giving upperclassmen a chance to have hands-on experience in hospitals by interning in various departments and units. The students are observing first-hand … [Read more...]
2023 What’s Your Big Idea? Entrepreneurship Contest Rollout
The Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce is excited to partner with Arlington ISD for the 17th annual “What’s Your Big Idea?” Entrepreneurship Contest (WYBIEC). This contest is curriculum-based and designed specifically for the different age groups submitting their big ideas. Over the past 17 years, the WYBIEC has challenged and encouraged the … [Read more...]
Scholarship Applications are Now Open
Attention youth and young adult students of Arlington! Applications are now open for our yearly scholarship opportunities. This year we are awarding $55,000 across 22 scholarships. The deadline for The Dr. Judith J. Carrier Scholarships application is December 4, 2022 @ 11:59pm CST. The deadline for The American Dream Scholarship, The Greater … [Read more...]
AISD Kicks Off School Year with the Help of Chamber Members
Arlington ISD is continuously trying to get the community involved in their curriculum. Through their Practicum courses, business owners and community leaders can help train the future workforce. The Chamber has actively tried to find ways to bridge the gap between the district and Arlington's business community through our Partners in Education … [Read more...]
AISD Superintendent Shares the Power of Possibilities at State of the District
“We are on our way, and we have the momentum.” – Dr. Marcelo Cavazos Before the school bells ring to signal the beginning of a new school year, the Chamber and State of the District attendees got to hear from Superintendent Dr. Marcelo Cavazos about all the amazing things happening at Arlington ISD and what the future of the district will look … [Read more...]