November 2017

McCallum’s Best Not Done Yet: Record-setting Knights Barrel Through Playoffs

The McCallum Knights have historically been among Austin ISD’s most successful football programs.

The 1966 squad started the year 11-0, but no team in school history can claim what the 2017 Knights have accomplished: a perfect 12-0 record. And counting.

“It’s big,” said McCallum's head football coach, Charles Taylor. “That 1966 team went 11-1 and held the record for the most wins in school history. This team has now surpassed that. It’s a testament to the kids.”

BAC Meeting

Where: Board Auditorium, 1111 W. 6th Street, Austin, TX 78703

What: Boundary Advisory Committe (BAC) Meetings The purpose of the Boundary Advisory Committee (BAC) is to assist in developing recommendations for the creation of, and adjustment to, school attendance zone boundaries. If you wish to speak during Citizens Communication, please refer to the Citizens Communication and Vistors Guidelines. For more information, please call (512) 414-9841.

District Advisory Council (DAC) regular meeting

Date
Tuesday, January 16, 2018 - 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Where
Small Middle School, 4801 Monterey Oaks Blvd.

District Advisory Council is required by district policy to hold at least one meeting each year at a campus. This year, the meeting will be held at Small Middle School, 4801 Monterey Oaks Blvd. 

Regular meetings of the DAC are open to the public. Interested individuals may sign up to speak to the DAC on issues of a district-wide nature prior to the start of each regular meeting. Citizen communications are heard at the beginning of each regular meeting.

Clifton Students Begin Culinary Internships in AISD Cafeterias

This month, AISD Nutrition and Food Services has partnered with Clifton Career Development School to provide learning opportunities for their students in the school cafeteria.

Three Clifton culinary students began working internships with the Guerrero-Thompson Elementary School cafeteria team for the first time.

"Our program is unique because it is so hands-on," said Aaron Mason, Clifton culinary instructor. "Parents and students have been really excited about the opportunity that they're getting."

See more in the video below:

2017 AISD Dance Spectacular

Date
Tuesday, December 5, 2017 - 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Where
Austin ISD PAC (1500 Barbara Jordan Blvd.)

The Austin ISD Dance Spectacular is just that—spectacular!

Dance departments from throughout AISD will showcase their talents with a variety of pieces in styles such as jazz, ballet, modern, hip hop, partner dances and more.

The show begins at 7 p.m. at the AISD Performing Arts Center.

Admission is free, but space is limited, so please arrive early.

Please contact the Fine Arts Department at 512-414-4489 with any questions.

2017 Mental Health Symposium

Date
Wednesday, December 6, 2017 - 8:30 am to 4:00 pm
Where
AISD Performing Arts Center, 1500 Barbara Jordan Blvd.

Social and Emotional Learning and AISD's Child Study Systems Department host the 2017 Mental Health Symposium.

Dr. Bruce Perry will explain an approach that integrates core principles of neurodevelopment and traumatology to inform work with children, families and communities.

There will be two three-hour lecture sessions Dec. 6 at the AISD Performing Arts Session: 8:30-11:30 a.m. 1-4 p.m.

Two-Way Dual Language Tour Dates at Sánchez Elementary/ Visitas guiadas del programa de lenguaje dual en la Escuela primaria Sánchez

Date
Monday, January 8, 2018 - 8:00 am to 9:00 am
Where
Sanchez Elementary School, 73 San Marcos Street

Announcing Tour Dates for 2018-2019 Enrollment for the Pre-K and Kinder Two-Way Dual Language Program at Sanchez Elementary.

The tour is open to all students in and outside of Austin ISD.

For more information, contact Sarah Harrell at sarah.harrell@austinisd.org.

Why Sánchez?

  • Dual Language School
  • Small School with Small Class Sizes
  • Diverse Teacher and Student Population
  • Full Day Classes for Pre-K4
  • Collaboration with the University of Texas
  • Mexican American Cultural Center Connection
  • Art exhibits at La Peña
  • After School Care and Activities

Anuncia las visitas guiadas para la inscripción del año escolar 2018-2019 de PreK y Kinder en el programa de Lenguaje Dual.

Abierto a niños dentro y fuera de Austin ISD.

¿Por qué Sánchez?

  • Escuela con Lenguaje Dual
  • Escuela pequeña con clases pequeñas
  • Poblaciones diversas de maestros y estudiantes
  • Clases de día completo para Pre-K4
  • Colaboración con la Universidad de Texas
  • Conexión con El Centro Cultural Americano Mexicano
  • Exposiciones de arte en La Peña
  • Cuidado después de clases y actividades

Two-Way Dual Language Tour Dates at Sánchez Elementary/ Visitas guiadas del programa de lenguaje dual en la Escuela primaria Sánchez

Date
Tuesday, January 16, 2018 - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Where
Sanchez Elementary School, 73 San Marcos Street

Announcing Tour Dates for 2018-2019 Enrollment for the Pre-K and Kinder Two-Way Dual Language Program at Sanchez Elementary.

The tour is open to all students in and outside of Austin ISD.

For more information, contact Sarah Harrell at sarah.harrell@austinisd.org.

Why Sánchez?

  • Dual Language School
  • Small School with Small Class Sizes
  • Diverse Teacher and Student Population
  • Full Day Classes for Pre-K4
  • Collaboration with the University of Texas
  • Mexican American Cultural Center Connection
  • Art exhibits at La Peña
  • After School Care and Activities

Anuncia las visitas guiadas para la inscripción del año escolar 2018-2019 de PreK y Kinder en el programa de Lenguaje Dual.

Abierto a niños dentro y fuera de Austin ISD.

¿Por qué Sánchez?

  • Escuela con Lenguaje Dual
  • Escuela pequeña con clases pequeñas
  • Poblaciones diversas de maestros y estudiantes
  • Clases de día completo para Pre-K4
  • Colaboración con la Universidad de Texas
  • Conexión con El Centro Cultural Americano Mexicano
  • Exposiciones de arte en La Peña
  • Cuidado después de clases y actividades