Announcements
LASA Student To Study World Cultures with National Security Scholarship
Liberal Arts and Science Academy Junior Sahana Sudarsan has always been passionate about other cultures and communities worldwide, and dreamed of studying them. That dream came true in June as she was awarded the National Security Language Initiative…
Cases of water are available as refill stations are being installed (En español)
Austin ISD crews are replacing drinking fountains with water-bottle refilling stations across the district. Why it matters: The filling stations are easier and more sanitary than traditional drinking fountains, which have been shut off since the start…
Austin ISD Repairing Aging, Taxed HVACs
Students and staff will soon be getting relief from the heat as district crews repair aging and stressed air conditioning systems across the Austin Independent School District.
Fewer students to quarantine under new CDC guidance (En español)
New CDC guidance means fewer students will need to quarantine under Austin ISD’s updated health protocols released Aug. 26. What You Should know: Students do not have to quarantine if they were at least three feet away from students with COVID-19 while…
Mentoring Program Started To Honor Legacy of UT Football Star Cedric Benson
Jackqueline Benson, mother of the late University of Texas and NFL football player Cedric Benson, told her son to 'strive to achieve.' Now that saying will echo for years to come at Gus Garcia Young Men’s Leadership Academy as the school announced a…
Austin ISD Announces Staff COVID-19 Vaccine Incentive Programs
Staff could get $250 if fully vaccinated by Oct. 15. Austin ISD staff will now have extra reason to get vaccinated against COVID-19. The district announced two programs aimed to support its staff by providing a financial incentive and the opportunity…
Austin ISD's Mary Thomas Recognized As Top 100 Leaders in Education
Austin ISD’s Dr. Mary Thomas believes she was born with the passion to serve. Over her career, Dr. Mary Thomas has dedicated her life's work to teaching, and she continues to work toward making sure that each child in Austin ISD is receiving the best…
Austin ISD reminds families to keep sick students home (En español)
With the first week of school about to close, Austin ISD is reaching out to families to remind them about keeping students home who are showing symptoms, among other health protocols.
District Looking for Feedback on Safe Return to School Plan (en español)
Austin ISD is looking for input on our safe return to in-person instruction plan. This is part of our submission for $155 million in one-time federal funding, called ESSER funds.
Austin ISD teacher honored at Austin FC Game
Paredes Middle School teacher Kiara Dailey scored the Teacher of the Match recognition at an Austin FC match Wednesday night.
Students to get free meals all year (En español)
Austin ISD students will receive free meals all year no matter what their family income is. Why it matters: Parents can skip packing a lunch and save money this year with free breakfast and lunch for every student. Yes, but: Even though…
Austin ISD Appoints New General Counsel
Stuart Bowen has been appointed as the general counsel for Austin ISD. A lifetime public servant, Stuart has served elected officials of both parties in rooting out waste, fraud, and abuse, providing legal strategy, managing crises, and ensuring regulatory…