Announcements
How Austin ISD will handle e-cigarette education this year (En español)
Students will undergo an anti-vaping course if they’re found with an nicotine/tobacco e-cigarette on campus, in alignment with Austin ISD’s District of Innovation Plan. Why it matters: These resources will help keep students at their home campus…
Austin ISD Trustees approve November tax rate election to increase school funding (En español)
The Board of Trustees Monday voted to put a tax rate election on the Nov. 5 ballot. Why it matters: A tax rate election gives the community the option to vote for increased funding to pay for teacher and staff raises and additional support positions…
Pickle Elementary School receives major donation (En español)
The Assistance League of Austin surprised Pickle Elementary School staff Aug. 14 with a $50,000 investment to support the campus community. Why it matters: In a time when budget crunches are being felt districtwide, community partnerships like…
Austin ISD launches mobile app for district news, events and emergency notifications (En español)
A new mobile app for Austin ISD is now available for download. How it works: Users can stay up-to-date with events, documents, news from administrators, student stories and emergency notifications.
District accountability ratings halted by county judge (En español)
The latest accountability ratings, originally slated to be released Aug. 15, have been blocked for the second year in a row after a Travis County judge issued a temporary restraining order in a new lawsuit against the Texas Education Agency. Why it…
CFO Eduardo Ramos reinstated, exits district in good standing (En español)
On Thursday, Aug. 15, Superintendent Matias Segura approved Chief Financial Officer, Eduardo Ramos’s return from administrative leave. We received a letter from the District Attorney of Williamson County’s Office indicating that they do not intend to…
AISD to Provide Free Meals for All Students at 77 Schools (En español)
For the 2024-25 school year, Austin ISD will provide free breakfast and lunch for all students at 77 schools through the federally funded Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) program (schools are listed below). The CEP program is a federally funded meal…
Everything you need to get back to school (En español)
We’re in the final countdown to the first day of school! Check out the resources below to make sure you are ready for a great year. Why it matters: Being prepared with the right information can make the first day of school stress-free…
Community conversations provide feedback on possible tax rate election (En español)
Austin ISD families, staff and community members provided feedback this week on a Voter Approval Tax Rate Election ahead of a possible vote to put the issue on the November 2024 ballot.
Departing Austin ISD Chief Financial Officer Eduardo Ramos placed on leave July 31 (En español)
Mr. Ramos submitted his resignation from Austin ISD on Tuesday, July 23. Mr. Ramos’ last day with the district was scheduled for Friday, Aug. 16; however, Superintendent Matías Segura placed Mr. Ramos on leave July 31, 2024. What’s Next: Superintendent…
'This will be a transparent process': District leaders unveil budget process, invite community feedback (En español)
The Board of Trustees met July 23 for an in-depth conversation on long-term budget planning and the possibility of a Voter-Approval Tax Rate Election to invest in our teachers and staff.
Austin ISD Receives 7,300 CapMetro Bus Passes (En español)
CapMetro is helping to remove the transportation barrier for Austin ISD families by generously donating 7,300 single-day bus passes to Austin families. Why it matters: Transportation to or from school can often be a challenge. While all children ride…