March 2016

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Computer Science Exploration Fair

Date
Saturday, April 9, 2016 - 10:00 am to 2:30 pm
Where
Delco Center, 4601 Pecan Brook Drive, Austin, TX 78724

The Computer Science Exploration Fair is an exploratory event for Austin middle school and high school students interested in studying computer science.

The fair provides a venue for students to learn about the varied and exciting college and career paths in computer science such as robotics, computer security, computer programming, video game design and more.

Students can meet professionals who work in the field and students working on computer science projects, and discover what they could make by learning computer science.

There will be speakers from the Austin technology community, product demonstrations, activities and a raffle.

Lunch will be provided for participants who engage with our booth presenters.

We aim to excite students, parents, educators and the community about the career opportunities available along the CS pathway.

This event is free and open to the public.

For more information, please contact Sarah Ramirez at 512-414-9729.

Media Access to Schools Limited During STAAR Examination Periods

Austin ISD students are scheduled to take state exams, including the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness, beginning next week through May.

To reduce distractions and help students focus on their tests, the media’s access to AISD campuses will be limited during the weeks of March 28, May 2 and May 9.

In addition, the district will administer advanced placement exams, also commonly referred to as AP exams, May 2–13.

Lanier Community Cleanup

Please join us for the Lanier Community Cleanup 9 a.m.–1 p.m. April 2 at Lanier High School!

Join students, families and staff from Lanier High School, Keep Austin Beautiful and Austin Youth River Watch as we pick up litter around the Lanier community and Little Walnut Creek.

2016 ¡Adelante! Conference

¡Adelante! is an educator‐led conference focused on bilingual and dual-language education in Central Texas.

This conference is a forum for educators to share their experiences with other educators, to share insights and innovations in teaching and learning that occur daily on campuses throughout the region and to begin conversations among educators about working with bilingual students, families and communities.

The conference will be 3–8 p.m. April 22 and 7 a.m.–5 p.m. April 23 at the DoubleTree Hotel, 6505 N. I-35.

2016 ¡Adelante! Conference

¡Adelante! is an educator‐led conference focused on bilingual and dual-language education in Central Texas.

This conference is a forum for educators to share their experiences with other educators, to share insights and innovations in teaching and learning that occur daily on campuses throughout the region and to begin conversations among educators about working with bilingual students, families and communities.

The conference will be 3–8 p.m. April 22 and 7 a.m.–5 p.m. April 23 at the DoubleTree Hotel, 6505 N. I-35.

Gus Garcia YMLA 5th Grade Parent Information Night

Date
Tuesday, April 5, 2016 - 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Where
7414 Johnny Morris Rd. Austin Texas 78724

The Gus Garcia Young Men's Leadership Academy welcomes all parents and families of 5th grade young men to come and experience the YMLA culture of brotherhood and leadership on April 5.

There will be YMLA student performances, campus tours, and information about the school culture.

Gus Garcia YMLA is located at 414 Johnny Morris Rd. The event begins at 5:30 p.m.

Please contact Assistant Principal Brandy Gratten with questions: (512) 841-9400.

Conversation Corps at Oak Hill ES

AISD is a key partner in hosting Conversation Corps dialogues. Every month, groups of civic-minded folks convene all around town to discuss a topic that affects communities directly. Conversations take place in a variety of venues - schools, houses of worship, community centers, coffee shops and restaurants – and last about an hour. Trained facilitators lead the group through a structured dialogue, offering everyone a chance to share their thoughts and respond to what they’ve heard others say.

Conversation Corps at Barrington ES

AISD is a key partner in hosting Conversation Corps dialogues. Every month, groups of civic-minded folks convene all around town to discuss a topic that affects communities directly. Conversations take place in a variety of venues - schools, houses of worship, community centers, coffee shops and restaurants – and last about an hour. Trained facilitators lead the group through a structured dialogue, offering everyone a chance to share their thoughts and respond to what they’ve heard others say.

Conversation Corps at Palm ES

AISD is a key partner in hosting Conversation Corps dialogues. Every month, groups of civic-minded folks convene all around town to discuss a topic that affects communities directly. Conversations take place in a variety of venues - schools, houses of worship, community centers, coffee shops and restaurants – and last about an hour. Trained facilitators lead the group through a structured dialogue, offering everyone a chance to share their thoughts and respond to what they’ve heard others say.