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Cultural Uni-tea: AISD Hosts 26 Uruguayan Teachers
Last week was one week of firsts for the 26 teachers visiting Austin ISD from Uruguay.Two who were visiting Pillow Elementary School said that, for the first time, they had flown in a plane, eaten tacos and drunk Dr Pepper.Each teacher in the two-week program stays with a host—an AISD teacher who volunteers to show them what Austin living is like, both at home and at work.
Feria Para Aprender
Where: North Austin Events Center, 10601 North LamarWhat: The largest Spanish-language education fair in Central Texas reaches more than 12,000 parents and students. This fair provides the opportunity to connect with hundreds of programs and services that support a child's academic success.There will be park & ride shuttles from Dobie Middle School (1200 E. Rundberg Ln) & Lanier High…
Austin Public Schools Ranked Third Best in the Nation
A recent report, “10 Best Cities To Use Public Schools,” has ranked Austin public schools as the third best in the U.S., with LASA listed as the best magnet high school in the Austin area.The report's rankings are based on data from several key areas, noting, "All aspects of Austin’s schools are above the national average."That data included:
Lantern Festival (yuánxiāo jié)
The Lantern Festival is celebrated on the first month of the Lunar year on the 15th day and promotes reconciliation, peace, and forgiveness. This day is celebrated through the lighting of lanterns, special foods, and family gatherings. Source: Britannica, T. Editors of Encyclopaedia (2021, December 15). Lantern Festival. Encyclopedia Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/topic/Lantern-Festival
Equity Advisory Committee (EAC) Meeting
Special Session: Equity Assessment - Virtual Meeting from 5:30-6:30 pm
AISD Classified Job Fair
Austin ISD Human Resources will host a job fair for various classified positions from 8:30 a.m. to noon June 14 at the Delco Center. Positions to be filled include bus drivers, food service manager trainees, substitute food production specialists and service center positions including:
Qing Ming Day
Qing Ming Festival, known in Mandarin as Qīngmíng jié or Tomb Sweeping Day is a traditional Chinese holiday. On this day, families honor their ancestors by offering food, burning incense, and sweeping their tombs. Source: Zhao, R. (2022, March 3). Qingming Festival 2022, Tomb Sweeping Day, Ching Ming. China Highlights - Since 1998! https://www.chinahighlights.com/festivals/qingming-festival.htm
AISD to Celebrate National School Choice Week, Highlight Program Options
Austin ISD will celebrate National School Choice Week by highlighting the abundance of choices within the district, with a focus on Early College High School. National Choice Week is dedicated to raising public awareness of the options available to students. The district currently offers early college high school options at six campuses. The program allows students to earn up to 60 hours…
AISD is Aiding Harvey Evacuees; Here's How You Can Help
Austin ISD is an integral part of emergency relief for Hurricane Harvey. We currently have evacuees in several locations and will respond to further needs for shelters as we are able.For those concerned about the safety of loved ones affected by the storm, please visit https://safeandwell.communityos.org/cms/index.php.
2022 Bond: Community Conversations - Navarro Early College High School
2022 Bond: Community Conversations - Navarro Early College High School Join us from 6–7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 6 at Navarro Early College High School (1201 Payton Gin Road Austin, TX 78758) to learn more about the 2022 Bond. Presentations will begin in English and Spanish at 6 p.m. followed by an opportunity to speak with district staff, ask questions and get more information about your…