Discover why families are choosing Rowlett, TX. Garland ISD was named the 2026 H-E-B Texas District of the Year. Explore Lake Park by Cambridge Homes.
For homebuyers searching for new homes in Rowlett, Texas, there is another reason to put this growing lakeside community on the list. Garland Independent School District, which serves families throughout Rowlett, Garland and Sachse, has been named the 2026 H-E-B Texas District of the Year.
The prestigious recognition is one of the highest honors for public education in Texas and comes with a $100,000 award to support continued innovation and opportunities for students.
For families considering a move to Rowlett and Cambridge Homes' Lake Park community, the recognition highlights one of the many advantages of calling this area home.
Garland ISD was selected as the 2026 H-E-B Texas District of the Year from five large-district finalists across the state.
The H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards evaluate districts based on several factors important to families, including student achievement, innovative educational programs, parent and community involvement, and professional development for teachers and administrators.
The award recognizes the work taking place throughout Garland ISD and the communities it serves, including Rowlett, Texas.
For prospective homeowners, strong local schools can be an important part of deciding where to put down roots. Garland ISD's statewide recognition gives families considering Rowlett another compelling reason to explore the area.
One of the most distinctive aspects of Garland ISD is its Choice of School program.
Rather than relying exclusively on traditional neighborhood attendance zones, GISD gives families the opportunity to select schools based on their child's individual needs and interests. Families can rank preferred campuses and explore specialized educational opportunities throughout the district.
Garland ISD offers educational pathways that include magnet programs, P-TECH, Early College High School, College for All, and Career and Technical Education programs.
For parents, that flexibility can make it easier to find an educational environment that aligns with a student's strengths, interests and future goals.
Great schools are only part of what attracts homebuyers to Rowlett.
Located northeast of Dallas along the shores of Lake Ray Hubbard, Rowlett offers a combination that can be difficult to find in the Dallas-Fort Worth area: convenient access to the Metroplex paired with a more relaxed, community-oriented setting.
Residents can enjoy proximity to the lake, outdoor recreation, shopping, dining and everyday conveniences while remaining connected to major employment and entertainment destinations throughout DFW.
For buyers comparing communities throughout North Texas, Rowlett offers the opportunity to enjoy more room to live without feeling disconnected from Dallas.
And now, families can add a Texas District of the Year school system to that list of advantages.
For buyers looking for new construction homes in Rowlett, TX, Lake Park by Cambridge Homes offers an opportunity to build a home in an established and growing North Texas community.
Lake Park features thoughtfully designed Cambridge homes with modern floor plans created for the way today's homeowners live. Spacious gathering areas, flexible rooms, beautiful finishes and outdoor living opportunities make these homes equally suited for busy weekdays and relaxed weekends at home.
Beyond the home itself, living in Lake Park means becoming part of the larger Rowlett community with access to Garland ISD's educational opportunities and everything the Lake Ray Hubbard area has to offer.
Whether you're relocating to the Dallas area, looking for more space or searching for a community where your family can put down roots, Lake Park in Rowlett, Texas deserves a closer look.
Choosing where to live is about more than finding the right house. It is about finding a community that supports the life you want to build there.
Garland ISD's recognition as the 2026 H-E-B Texas District of the Year is an exciting accomplishment for the entire district and the communities it serves. Combined with Rowlett's location, lakeside lifestyle and continued growth, it gives today's homebuyers even more to consider.
If you're searching for new homes in Rowlett, Garland ISD homes, or new construction near Lake Ray Hubbard, explore Lake Park by Cambridge Homes and discover what life in Rowlett could look like for you.
Ready to learn more about Lake Park? Explore available Cambridge Homes in Rowlett or contact our team to schedule a tour.
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