November 2024

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District releases draft budget reduction plan that safeguards, librarians, counselors, nurses, planning periods (En español)

Austin ISD Superintendent Matias Segura presented a three-year proposal to the Board of Trustees Nov. 22, outlining options to balance the budget. Now it’s the community’s turn to weigh in. 

Why it matters: District leaders must find $92 million to eliminate the budget deficit while keeping cuts farthest from the classroom and preserving the student experience. 

Of Note: Options previously discussed such as librarians, counselors, nurses and planning periods are off the table — at least for the upcoming school year. 

MoPac South Expansion Town Hall

Join Austin ISD staff and families to learn and discuss the planned expansion of MoPac South. Representatives from Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (CTRMA) will be available to answer questions about how the expansion might impact traffic and commutes for student pick-up and drop-off in the years ahead.

Those interested in attending are encouraged to complete this form. This will ensure the space is large enough to accommodate all attendees.

MoPac South Expansion Town Hall

3-Year Budget Reduction Plan Community Conversation

Austin ISD invites you to a virtual conversation about the district’s plan to reduce the $92 million deficit. Find out how we’re considering reducing costs over the next three years and share your input on the proposed plan. 

Conversations will be in English and Spanish.

11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 14 Join via Zoom

Additional Opportunity: 6 p.m. Monday, Dec. 9, Join via Zoom    

Esports

Why is Esports important in K-12 education?

Advantages

  • Improved Academic Performance: Students involved in Esports have shown a 10% improvement in attendance
  • STEM/STEAM Integration: Esports naturally connects students with technology, coding, digital storytelling, and strategic thinking

Higher Education 

  • Scholarships: Over $25 million in Esports scholarships available nationwide: Over $25 million in Esports scholarships available nationwide
  • University teams in Texas include Concordia Univ

Parent Support Program expands support for families in Austin ISD (En español)

Thanks to an increased grant from the City of Austin, the Parent Support Team is expanding districtwide with the introduction of a new Regional Support Team.

Why it matters: Parent Support staff engage directly with families, campus staff and community members to ensure effective school-community partnerships and allocation of community resources.

The new team consists of two facilitators and two regional associates, who will connect with families in non-Title I schools and promote educational opportunities throughout the district.

Teacher Career Fair

Save the date for the Austin ISD 2025 Teacher Career Fair! Embark on your next teaching adventure with Austin Independent School District and be prepared to inspire young minds, foster growth, and make a positive impact on all students! We're the heart of Austin, and we want you to join our team!

Omni Austin Hotel at Southpark, 4140 Governors Row, Austin, TX 78744
Saturday, March 29, 2025
9 a.m. CST

Special Education Transitions: Texas Workforce Commission

Please join the Special Education Department to hear about transition services from Austin ISD and Texas Workforce Commission, and how they serve students through vocational rehabilitation and employment services. This event is made possible by a grant the transition team received from Austin Ed Fund.

Wednesday, December 11, 2024
5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Metz Elementary School, 84 Robert T Martinez Jr St, Austin, TX 78702

For more information, email courtney.gregori@austinisd.org.

Rosedale School identified as surplus after district evaluation (En español)

The district now has the opportunity to monetize the former Rosedale School site after the property was declared surplus, opening the option to sell or lease the land. 

The details: The school, located at 2117 West 49th Street, is not used by the district and the tract of land does not meet the established criteria to accommodate any future needs by Austin ISD.