Publications
Class of 2012 High School Exit Survey
The purpose of this survey is to monitor high school students’ perceptions of their high school experience. Results are used to improve the campus environment and program supports for students.
High Dosage Tutoring Program Summary, 2011–2012
AISD’s Office of Turnaround Schools implemented a high-dosage tutoring (HDT) program for selected grade levels and subject areas in the Travis and Eastside Memorial vertical teams. This report summarizes the first year of implementation.
Schoolyard Habitat Project Middle School Teachers’ Survey Year 2, 2011-2012
The National Wildlife Federation engaged in a two-year partnership with AISD to build and maintain outdoor learning habitats for elementary and middle school campuses. This report summarizes the findings from the year 2 program evaluation (academic year 2011-2012), focusing on teacher perceptions and curriculum considerations as well as the actual design and usage of the habitats for teaching science in the middle grades.
2012 TELL AISD Teaching and Learning Conditions Survey
Since 2004, AISD has conducted an annual survey to monitor campus staff’s perceptions of their school environment.The survey measures elements of teaching and learning conditions most critical to school success.
Final Report: National Wildlife Federation Schoolyard Habitat Project, 2010-2012
The National Wildlife Federation's SchoolYard Habitat (SYH) program was a partnership with AISD from 2010-2012. A total of 18 outdoor learning habitats were created on AISD elementary and middle school campuses, and a demonstration habitat was created at the AISD Science and Health Resource Center (SHRC). The purpose of the SYHs is to provide teachers with an outdoor classroom that allows students to learn science and mathematics skills in natural environments. This report reviews the purpose and goals of the SYH program.
English Language Learner Programs Annual Report, 2011-2012
This report provides a description of ELL enrollment in the district, examines ELL progress in English proficiency and academic content areas, and evaluates the dual language program in its first year of district wide implementation.
Schoolnet Implementation Summary, 2011–2012
Schoolnet is an instructional tool designed to help district staff at all levels to improve student achievement. In 2011-2012, the evaluation focused on system implementation.
AISD Parent Support Specialist Survey: District-Level Report 2011-2012
This report summarizes results from a survey of campus-based parent support specialists who reported the numbers of parents and parent involvement activities at their schools for 2011-2012.
Cultural Proficiency and Inclusiveness Update, 2010-2011 to 2011-2012
Does AISD promote a culturally proficient and inclusive environment for all staff and students? This report summarizes data gathered from district-wide surveys that address issues related to cultural diversity. Click here to find out more!
Best Practices in Single Gender Education
Single gender schools are rapidly growing in the United States. Understanding the rationale behind these models and identifying best practices is a necessity. The following report presents research-based and hands-on strategies in all-boys settings.