Reilly

At the Dec. 12 meeting, the Board voted to approve five recommendations, including addressing north central overcrowding.

Below is a simple explanation of the impact to Reilly Elementary School:

• Reassign some Barrington pre-K students to Reilly.

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Why is the district making these changes?

AISD is committed to providing a quality education for all students in a healthy and safe environment. At this time, there are significant deficiencies in seating capacity for students in north central elementary schools and a surplus of seats in north central middle schools. By addressing overcrowding issues, the district will be better able to support current and future students.

Who will be assigned to pre-kindergarten at Reilly Elementary School?

Beginning in 2012-13, Reilly will be receiving the pre-kindergarten students from Barrington Elementary School who reside in attendance areas #5 and #375 (bounded by N IH35, West Rundberg Lane, North Lamar, West Powell Lane, Georgian Drive and East Walnut Drive/ Barwood Park). Students living in the apartments located at 600 Barwood Park are not included in this group.

 Will transportation be provided for students who have been reassigned to Reilly?

The district will provide shuttle buses to transport students from their home schools to their new location in the morning, and back to their home schools in the afternoon. Students who reside more than two miles from their home school will continue to receive transportation services to and from their home schools.

 Parents can also transport students directly to their new assignment school.

 What measures are being taken to ensure the safety of pre-kindergarten students taking the shuttle? 

Bus monitors are provided on all pre-kindergarten shuttles. Additional staff will help pre-kindergarten students getting on and off the pre-kindergarten shuttles.

 Is there a schedule of upcoming meetings?

The administration is working closely with north central school principals to schedule parent and community meetings.Parents are invited to attend the schools’ CAC and PTA meetings to ask questions and learn more about the changes designed to relieve overcrowding in north central Austin.

Please note that meeting dates are subject to change and meetings may be added. Please contact your school to confirm dates before attending.