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
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...]
Jon Fagg Selected As Next UT Arlington Athletics Director
ARLINGTON – The University of Texas at Arlington has selected Jon Fagg to serve as its next director of athletics. Fagg, currently deputy athletics director at the University of Arkansas, will join UTA on Aug. 1, one month after the University joins the Western Athletic Conference. At Arkansas, Fagg assisted the vice chancellor and director of … [Read more...]
Arlington ISD Will Serve Up Good Nutrition for Local Children During 2022 Summer
This summer, Arlington ISD will connect children 18 and younger and enrolled students with disabilities up to 21 years old with healthy, no cost summer meals. The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) is a U.S. Department of Agriculture nutrition program administered in the Lone Star State by the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA). For the children … [Read more...]
AISD Students Recognized for their Big Ideas at the “What’s Your Big Idea?” Entrepreneurship Contest Finalists Ceremony
On Saturday, April 30th, finalists for the "What's Your Big Idea?" Entrepreneurship Contest, in partnership with the Arlington Independent School District, were celebrated at a special award ceremony. After 2 years of being virtual, this ceremony was filled with excitement from all parties involved. We had students, teachers, principals and parents … [Read more...]
Arlington ISD Celebrates Free Pre-K and New STEM program for Pre-K Classrooms
Arlington ISD is going “Full STEM Ahead!” this fall for four-year-olds in pre-K classrooms. Even better, the program will be free for parents that live in Arlington school district boundaries, or those who want their kids to attend even if they don’t live in Arlington. STEM + FREE + FINE ARTS = WIN The innovative new STEM curriculum will give … [Read more...]