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Arp ISD families gathered for Meet the Teacher night, where students connected with teachers, explored classrooms and prepared for the new school year. Kona Ice and East Texas Lemonade added a sweet touch to the evening. Download QR 🠋
Arp ISD calls $9.9 million bond election for November ARP, Texas — The Arp ISD Board of Trustees has called a $9.9 million bond election for Nov. 4, 2025, seeking voter approval for projects aimed at improving safety, modernizing facilities and expanding student opportunities. The bond proposal is split into two propositions: Proposition A ($4.95 […]
Overshown gives Third Annual Backpack & School Supply Giveaway On August 9, the City of Arp came together to express its gratitude for Dallas Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown, who returned to his hometown to host his 3rd Annual Backpack & School Supply Giveaway. Hometown pride was on full display as children from across the community […]
Staff Reports ARP, Texas (AP) — An assistant principal at Arp Elementary School and her adult son were arrested Tuesday, according to the Arp Police Department. Karla Florence, assistant principal at Arp ISD Elementary, was charged with failure to report, a Class A misdemeanor, and false report to a peace officer, a Class B misdemeanor. […]
Former U.S. Army Black Hawk Pilot and Top Motivational Speaker Elizabeth McCormick to Address Arp ISD Faculty ARP, Texas (AP) — Elizabeth McCormick, a retired U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter pilot and recognized among the world’s top motivational speakers, will speak to Arp ISD faculty Thursday, Aug. 7, from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at […]
ARP, Texas – Arp ISD is teaming up with the City of Arp to host the inaugural Tiger Pride 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, July 12, beginning at 8 a.m. at Bill Herrington Tiger Stadium. The event is free and open to all ages, with no registration required in advance—although participants are encouraged to pre-register by […]
