May 2016

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Students, Community Members and A Community for Education Recognized for Excellence at Austin ISD Latino Academic Achievement Awards

In a packed house, highlighted by Superintendent Paul Cruz serenading mothers, Austin ISD recognized 307 students, two community members and one organization for excellence at the 2016 Latino Academic Achievement Awards.

“Today, we honor Latino students who are shining stars at AISD. Congratulations to each of you on the accomplishments you have made,” Superintendent Paul Cruz said. “Your achievements reflect your persistence, hard work and dedication — qualities that will serve you well in your future endeavors.”

Austin ISD Responds to School Finance Ruling

Today, the Texas Supreme Court ruled that, despite the imperfections of the current school finance system, it meets minimum constitutional requirements.
 
The ruling was in response to a suit brought by Texas school districts, including Austin ISD, regarding the public school finance system.
 
"We are disappointed in today's ruling. Austin ISD educates an increasingly diverse population of 84,000 students, and the fact that we have to do so with outdated financial formulas is discouraging," said Austin ISD Chief Financial Officer Nicole Conley.
 

Guerrero Thompson Elementary School First Multicultural Festival

Date
Friday, May 20, 2016 - 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Where
102 E. Rundberg Lane

Guerrero Thompson Elementary School will celebrate the many cultures represented in our school community with food, games, music and dances from countries all over the world.

Please join us from 5–7:30 p.m. May 20!

For more information, please contact Principal LaKesha Drinks at 512-414-8400.

Budget 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.

Budget 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.

Budget 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.

Budget Conversation Corps at LBJ HS

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.