September 2017

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Central Texas Dyslexia Conference

Date
Thursday, October 19, 2017 - 7:45 am to 3:30 pm
Where
AISD Performing Arts Center, 1500 Barbara Jordan Blvd.

The Central Texas Dyslexia Conference event brings together dyslexia experts, education leaders, teachers, parents and advocates to raise awareness and support for students with dyslexia.

This year's theme is "Unlocking the Dyslexic Advantage" and will feature speakers who will not only explain how to help students overcome reading difficulties but also how to identify and develop their strengths.

A strengths-based approach is critical in helping students build the motivation, resilience and self-confidence needed to reach their full potential inside the classroom and beyond.

Join us 7:45 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Oct. 19 at the Austin ISD Performing Arts Center!

Spanish interpretation will be available.

This is a free event, but please register online to reserve your seat.

Print flyer in English/Spanish

Austin Fire Department Donates $70,000 Worth of Equipment to LBJ Fire Academy

The Austin Fire Department recently donated $70,000 worth of training equipment to AISD's LBJ Fire Academy. The equipment includes 15 sets of bunker gear (jackets, pants and boots) and nearly 70 NXG7 model Air Packs.

AISD high school juniors and seniors participate in the academy's two-year training program, where they learn classroom and hands-on instruction on firefighting and emergency medical services to obtain certification.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Reagan Career Launch Technology Facility

Date
Tuesday, October 10, 2017 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Where
7104 Berkman Dr.

Reagan Early College High School will celebrate the opening of its newest facility for careers in technologys with a ribbon cutting ceremony Oct. 10 at 10:00 a.m. at Reagan ECHS.

The Career Launch program is supported by its industry partner Dell Technologies and higher education partner Austin Community College.

Special guest speakers include AISD Superintendent Dr. Paul Cruz, Mike Midgley, ACC Vice President of Instruction and Dell Technology representatives. Career Launch schools expand high school to create a seamless six-year experience that is designed to prepare students to enter the technology field.

The Information Technologies program at Reagan ECHS is designed for students to earn a high school diploma, an Associate Degree of Science in Computer Science which will be the gateway to attend a Bachelor’s Degree Program. Reagan is a designated Early College High School which enables students to earn a high school diploma and a tuition-free Associate Degree upon graduation. Early College High Schools are designed to reduce the barriers for all students, including those who are underrepresented in college, economically disadvantaged or would be the first in their family to attend college.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for LBJ Career Launch Facility

Date
Thursday, October 12, 2017 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Where
7309 Lazy Creek Dr.

LBJ Early College High School will celebrate it's newest facility for medical careers with a ribbon cutting ceremony Oct. 12 at 10 a.m. at LBJ ECHS.

The Career Launch program is supported by its industry partner Seton Healthcare Family and higher education partner Austin Community College. Special guest speakers include AISD Superintendent Dr. Paul Cruz, Dr. Charles Cook, ACC Provost/ Executive Vice President, Dr. Jayme Mathias, AISD School Board members and Seton Healthcare representatives.

The health science program at LBJ ECHS is designed for students to earn a high school diploma, an Associate Degree in Pre-Health Science which will be the gateway to attend a Bachelor’s Degree Program. LBJ is a designated Early College High School which enables students to earn a high school diploma and a tuition-free Associate Degree upon graduation.

Early College High Schools are designed to reduce the barriers for all students, including those who are underrepresented in college, economically disadvantaged or the first in their family to attend college.

AISD Book Club Pop-Up Meeting (North)

Date
Saturday, October 21, 2017 - 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Where
Taco Flats 5520 Burnet Rd #101, Austin, TX 78756

We will be in search of the "Perfect Taco". We will visit several taco restaurants on north Burnet Road and discuss the book "North of Happy" by Adi Alsaid. Join us for a tasty discussion of the book and tacos!

AISD Faculty & Staff Book Club Kick-Off

Date
Saturday, October 7, 2017 - 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Where
Texas Teen Book Festival- St Edward's Univrsity

Austin ISD Book Club Kick-Off Party at the Texas Teen Book Festival at St. Edward's University

) There will be a panel discussion with the author of North of Happy, our October book! Meet Adi Alsaid and discuss your reading with fellow AISD colleagues.

Students Continue to Exceed State, National Averages on SAT, ACT

Austin ISD student continue to outpace their peers throughout the state on the SAT and ACT exams, according to data released by the College Board today.

The district’s average SAT composite score of 1098 exceeded the state and the national averages at 1019 and 1070, respectively. Greater percentages of AISD students also met college-ready benchmarks than did those across the state and nation.

Austin ISD SAT and ACT Scores Exceed State, National Averages

Students in Austin ISD continue to outpace their counterparts throughout the state on the SAT and ACT exams, according to data released today by the College Board.

“I’m proud of our students and staff for all the hard work that goes into an accomplishment such as this,” said AISD Superintendent Paul Cruz. “We’re excited to share that we are beating the state and national averages on both tests, and will continue to prepare students to succeed in college, career and life.”

Boo the Flu Fest at Travis High School

Date
Saturday, October 7, 2017 - 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
Where
1211 E. Oltorf, Austin, TX 78704

This is an event open to the entire Austin/Travis County community. In partnership with several community organizations, we will be offering free flu shots, Blue Santa applications, medical screenings,and fun family activities. We will have approximately 50 community organizations offering some type of service/information. As door prizes, we will have laptops, televisions, bicycles, and so much more. Come join us for the family event!