Editor’s Note: Media are welcome to attend some or all of the tour. Times listed below are estimates. If you plan to eat breakfast or lunch with us, please RSVP at austinisd.org/ABoR.

Austin ISD is holding a tour of four Austin ISD schools for the Austin Board of Realtors. This is a chance for local Realtors to be an expert resource for their clients who are looking for homes in north central Austin.

When: 8:10 a.m.–1:45 p.m. Wednesday, March 21

Where: Clifton Career Development Center, 1519 Coronado Hills Drive

Breakfast and lunch will be provided. 

Tour Highlights

Travis Heights Elementary School, 2010 Alameda Drive

A community built on collaboration—among students, teachers, families and partners—that celebrates individuality and diversity. As an in-district charter school, it stands at the forefront of an innovative new approach to public education.

Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders, 2206 Prather Lane

Comprises a community of girls who are committed to building their communities—and to changing the world. In addition to rigorous academics, ARS encourages all students to develop real-world service projects, which challenge them to lead with courage and compassion while solving problems creatively and ethically.

Liberal Arts and Science Academy, 7309 Lazy Creek Drive

Consistently ranked among the best high schools in Texas and the United States, LASA offers a world-class education, rigorous curriculum and robust hands-on learning opportunities. LASA creates a challenging yet nurturing environment for students to expand and deepen their understanding as they explore the range of their artistic and intellectual talents—from fine arts and philosophy to robotics and stem cell research.

Clifton Career Development School, 1519 Coronado Hills Drive

At Clifton, students who receive special education services are embarking on their careers today by getting on-the-job training and professional certifications. Clifton offers courses in agricultural mechanics, animal science, child care, culinary arts, health sciences, horticulture and hospitality.

Full Schedule

8:10 a.m. Arrival/parking at the Clifton CDS

8:20 a.m. Light breakfast

8:30 a.m. Depart for LASA (est. 15 minute journey)

8:45 a.m. LASA Program Showcase hosted by Principal Stacia Crescenzi

9:30 a.m. Depart for Travis Heights ES (est. 25 minute journey)

9:55 a.m. Tour of Travis Heights ES hosted by Principal Lisa Robertson

10:40 a.m. Depart for Ann Richards SYWL (est. 15 minute journey)

10:55 a.m. Tour of Ann Richards SYWL hosted by Principal Kristina Waugh

11:40 a.m. Depart for Clifton CDS (est. 25 minute journey)

12:05 p.m. Tour of Clifton CDS hosted by Principal Tony Dishner

12:45 p.m. Lunch and presentations by area principals

1:45 p.m. Adjourn