Announcements
Community Invited to Holiday Luncheon at the Allan Early Childhood Center
Austin Voice for Education is hosting a holiday luncheon and open house 12:30–2 p.m. Dec. 16 at the Allan Early Childhood Center.The event will feature free lunch, children’s activities and crafts, and tours of the center.Guests can also learn about…
A Holiday Reminder: Missing School Matters
In this Season of Giving...Give students the chance to learn: Only miss school on scheduled school holidays.Give teachers the chance to teach: Teachers can’t teach effectively when they are “catching up” students who miss extra days.Give school districts…
Superintendent Candidates Decline to Continue Process
Saturday Forum to Feature Interim Superintendent Paul CruzExecutive search firm Ray and Associates this morning informed Austin ISD trustees that two of the three top candidates for superintendent have declined to participate further in the search process.…
Board of Trustees to Consider Paul Cruz for Superintendent
Austin ISD Board of Trustees President Vincent Torres announced at a news conference this morning that the board will consider Interim Superintendent Paul Cruz for the permanent superintendent position.In a statement from the board, Torres said trustees had…
Austin ISD Seeks Input on 2015–20 Strategic Plan Survey
Austin ISD is working to create a 2015–20 Strategic Plan, and we want to hear from you.The district is gathering input from parents, students, AISD employees and other community members on priorities related to education, community, staff and resources. We…
Austin ISD Invites Teachers to Participate in Hour of Code
In support of Computer Science Education Week Dec. 8–14, Austin ISD is inviting all teachers to participate in Hour of Code.What is the Hour of Code?The Hour of Code is a one-hour introduction to computer science, designed to demystify code and show that…
Webb Middle School Hosts College Readiness Conference
ENCORE "Engaging Community for College Readiness," is a student and family conference hosted by Webb Early College Prep Middle School Principal Raul Sanchez from 8:30 a.m.–2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6. This second annual event will feature…
Board of Trustees Wishes the Austin ISD Family a Happy Thanksgiving
This Thanksgiving, the Austin ISD Board of Trustees wishes each of you a safe and restful holiday. We are grateful for all you do every day to open door to opportunity for our students.
Ricky Williams Reminds Students: Missing School Matters
UT alumnus and pro football star Ricky Williams has partnered with E3 Alliance to remind students about the importance of attending school the Tuesday before Thanksgiving. Tuesday is a regular school day for Austin ISD.
Oak Hill Celebrates 40 Years
Oak Hill Elementary School celebrated 40 years in its current building last week.“This is more than a celebration of our building. It's about our school's long history and spirit," said Principal Cathryn Mitchell. “Every student is involved. The entire…
Austin ISD Showcases Signature Programs at Middle School Choice Fair
Families of prospective middle schoolers are invited to explore the unique opportunities offered at Austin ISD middle schools. The Middle School Choice Fair will be held 9 a.m.–noon Saturday, Dec. 6 at the Ann Richards School.
LASA Ranked No. 14 Among 25 Best Public High Schools in the U.S.
In a recent survey of public high schools, the Liberal Arts and Science Academy, or LASA, was ranked No. 14 among the top 25 high schools in the nation.