Arlington Independent School District

Thornton Elementary School, founded in 1956, serves more than 700 students in prekindergarten through grade six. It is operated by the Arlington Independent School District and has its campus in Arlington, Texas. The school has a library that offers a collection of geographical reference sources, general reference materials, biographical sources, books and catalogs. The school s core curriculum includes math, science, social studies, music, physical education, health, art, English, reading, writing and technology. Thornton Elementary School provides various sports activities that include soccer, handball, volleyball, jump rope, basketball, softball, baseball, and track and field. The Arlington Independent School District also governs a wide range of other schools.

South Grand Prairie High School, located in Grand Prairie, Texas, is a part of the Grand Prairie Independent High School District. Established in 1969, it offers classes in grades nine through 12 and offers a comprehensive educational program, including core subjects, such as mathematics, language arts, social studies and science. Students who experience academic, emotional and social problems can avail the services of its counselor. The school helps senior students in preparing for college by processing transcripts and recommendations for college applications. Its career resource center places students in full- and part-time employment. South Grand Prairie High School's extracurricular programs include various sports, such as football, softball, volleyball, track and swimming.

Grand Prairie Independent School District provides education to more than 23,000 students. It operates elementary, middle, high and alternative education schools. The school district has various departments, such as athletic, transportation, food services and technology departments. The school district offers special education programs in math, art, music, physical education, and speech. It additionally provides gifted and talented educational programs. The school district helps in the academic, social, and emotional development of children. It provides basic instructions in daily living skills and structured learning. Additionally, it provides conceptual instructions in algebra, applied math and communication skills. The school district also provides education in orchestra, choral music, theater arts, technology application, ballet folklorico dancing and family and consumer science. Its athletic activities include volleyball, basketball, football, cheerleading and track. The school district is located in Grand Prairie, Texas.