SwampBites April 20, 2025

This is the last week of STAAR TESTING. TWO tests for our 8th graders.

The AISD Education Celebration on Friday, April 25th from 6–10 p.m. This beloved annual event, held in partnership with the Arlington ISD Education Foundation, directly benefits our students and teachers by funding AEF Educator Grants. More than 1,500 AISD fine arts students will perform throughout the park during this private, no-wait event. Plus, $5 from every ticket sold goes back to the school of your choice when buyers use your campus’ GIFT CODE at checkout. Tickets are available now at the discounted rate of $30 each at: www.arlingtonef.org/education-celebration. Thank you for all you do for our kids and for Arlington ISD!

Congratulations Kelsey!

We are excited to share that one of our Gunn Gators, Kelsey Erlandsen, has been selected as one of the top 25 recipients of the Bobby Bragan Scholarship! Kelsey stood out for her exceptional achievements and has earned this prestigious honor. Congratulations Kelsey!

🎉 Father FEST 2025 Sábado, 17 de mayo de 2025 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Arlington Athletic Center ¡Acompáñanos en un día lleno de diversión, comida y celebración de la paternidad responsable y la conexión familiar en Father FEST 2025 — un evento para toda la familia! 🚗 Exhibición de Autos – Autos clásicos, personalizados y favoritos del público 📝 Reconocimiento del Concurso de Ensayos “Padres y Familias” 🏆 Reconocimiento a Estudiantes y Escuelas del Distrito 🍔 Comida Gratis, Juegos y Actividades Familiares 🎁 Premios y Rifas ¡Celebremos juntos el impacto positivo de los padres y las familias en la educación y nuestras comunidades! 📲 ¡Regístrate hoy usando el código QR abajo!
🎉 Father FEST '25 Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 10 AM – 2 PM Arlington Athletic Center Join us for a day of fun, food, and celebration of responsible fatherhood and family connection at Father FEST '25—a district-wide event for the whole family! 🚗 Car Show – Classic rides, custom builds, and crowd favorites 📝 Fathers and Families Essay Contest Recognition 🏆 Campus & Student Recognition 🍔 Free Food, Games & Family Activities 🎁 Giveaways and Prizes Let’s celebrate the positive impact of fathers and families in education and beyond! 📲 Register today using the QR code below!

ATHLETICS

In order to compete, athletes must pass all classes with a 70 or higher each six weeks.

Students and parents may attend athletic events on campus. All visitors must have a ticket to attend athletic games in AISD. Students must have an adult accompanying them who take responsibility for them. Once we have student IDs, those will also be required. JH athletic event Adult tickets are $2 plus a $1 fee. JH athletic event Student tickets are $1 plus a $1 fee.

If you have any questions, please contact our Athletic Coordinator, Mr. Richard Joyner at rjoyner1@aisd.net.

ApriL

4/21-4/24 - Theatre: Musical Rehearsal 4:30pm-6:30pm

4/22 - Science STAAR

4/22 - Crochet Club 4:15pm-5:30pm

4/24 - Math and Algebra STAAR

4/25&4/26 - Theatre: Spring Musical Performance 7pm-8pm

4/28 - 8th Grade AVID to TCU

4/28 - Music Adventures International - Parent Meeting 6:30pm-7:30pm

4/29-4/30 - Beginner Band Rehearsal 4:30pm-5:30pm

4/30 - San Antonio Trip Luggage Drop-Off 6pm-7pm

MAY

5/1 - School Principal's Day

5/1-5/3 - 7th/8th FADL Trip to San Antonio

5/5-5/9 - Teacher Appreciation Week

5/5 - Beginner Band Contest @ Epic Waters

5/5 - Gunn Class of 2025 Senior Reception 4:30pm-6pm

5/5 - Verses & Visions Showcase 6pm-7pm

5/6 - Con/Sym Band Contest @ Epic Waters

5/6 - 6th Grade Awards @ Gunn JH 6pm-7:30pm

5/7 - 6th Grade Cluster Meet

5/7 - 7th grade Medal of Honor Field Trip

5/7 - Orchestra Spring Concert 7pm-8pm

5/8 - Reading Universal Screener: NWEA MAP (EOY)

5/9 - Band Spring Concert 5pm-7:30pm

5/9 - SwampFest (Student Activity)

5/12&5/13 - Arts Integration Schedule (Alternate student schedule)

5/12&5/13 - Piano Extravaganza 6pm-8pm

5/13 - Orchestra NV Spring Trip to Alley Cats

5/14 - Math Universal Screener: NWEA MAP (EOY)

5/14 - Corey Graduation @ Gunn JH

5/15 - AP Spanish Language and Culture Exam

5/15 - Choir Spring Concert 5:30pm-8pm

5/16 - Orchestra Varsity Spring Trip to Pinstack

5/16 - End of Year Dance by AVID and House Council

5/17 - Theatre Banquet 6pm-9pm

5/19 - 8th Grade Athletic Banquet 6:30pm-8:30pm

5/20 - 7th & 8th Grade Awards @ CVPA

5/22 - Jones Academy Graduation @ Gunn JH

5/22&5/23 - Exams/Early Dismissal

5/23 - Last Day of School

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Gunn JH & FADL Academy

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