The Austin ISD Parent Engagement Support Office would like to invite parents to attend the Annual Title I Family/Parent Engagement Meeting to inform parents about what it means to be a Title I School and the importance of family engagement.
The virtual meetings will be held on Thursday, May 13, at the following times:
Join us to celebrate the graduation of the UpClose Class of 2021. Created in 2007, UpClose offers a unique opportunity to learn about Austin ISD and have an inside look at key programs. Our 30 graduates conclude successfully the monthly sessions cycle that began in September 2020.
Broadcast on May 12, 11:30 a.m. on AISD.tv and on facebook.com/austinisd.
By Jack Orloff
Teacher of The Year finalist Angie Baca-Ross, a bilingual kindergarten teacher at Joslin Elementary School, has served the district for four years, making a tremendous impact on her community by showing the value in communication between parents and caregivers.
"Being involved with my families is about getting to know each family respectfully––their struggles, their joys, their goals," she said. "It is about being an ally and a bridge to help them achieve success."
Each week of the summer break will include a theme based curriculum to enhance the student experience. Most weeks will include a swim day and a field trip day with a few exceptions due to the three day weeks. On these weeks outside enrichment vendors will be brought in to provide activities.
We are excited to express our heartfelt gratitude and admiration to all of our esteemed colleagues retiring this year. Our incredible journey here at Austin Independent School District is continually shaped and driven by the dedicated people who serve our district, students, and community.
By Scott Thomas
Next school year will “absolutely” look more like a typical year, Austin ISD’s superintendent said at a community meeting Thursday.
“There is no substitution for the majority of our students, they need to be in a face-to-face type environment,” Superintendent Stephanie S. Elizalde said. “Especially now that so many of our staff have received the vaccine. We will continue to use the CDC guidelines as we move forward, whatever those are at that time.”
Austin ISD principals assume the commitment to support and guide quality teachers and staff, resulting in a productive learning environment for their students.
On this National School Principals’ Day, AISD thanks the educational leaders of our campuses.
