December 2021

Sunset Valley Elementary Teacher Receives $10,000 Grant from Rack Room Shoes

Smiles could almost be seen through masks at Sunset Valley Elementary School on Monday.

That’s because Jessica Onyegam was recognized as a Rack Room Shoes Teacher of the Year. She was presented with a $10,000 technology lab grant for the school and a $500 Rack Room Shoes gift card for her.

Principal Marizza Marquez says she is not surprised Onyegam was chosen for this award.

LBJ Jaguars Sendoff and Celebration

Our LBJ Jaguars are headed to state!

The entire Austin ISD community can come together to celebrate with music, cheer, and brief remarks before our Jaguars get ready to roll out. Wear purple to show your support (even if you can't make it out).

8:30-9 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 16 LBJ Early College High School Bus Loop (7309 Lazy Creek Dr, Austin, TX 78724)

Please park in the gym parking lot.

Repurposing Pease Elementary School

Overview

Pease Elementary School is situated on a 2.17 acre site located in downtown Austin just  blocks away from the Texas State Capitol, and bordered by West Avenue, West 12th Street, Rio Grande Street and West 11th Street.

Pease plays an important role in the history of Austin ISD, the city of Austin and the state of Texas. Pease became a registered Texas Historic Landmark in 2013.