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Phone a Friend: Community Can Call in Questions on AISD’s FY2016 Preliminary Budget Meeting
Tonight, Austin ISD is hosting AISD Answers, an opportunity for the public to call in questions or comments they may have on the district’s preliminary FY2016 budget. The event will also be available via livestream at austinisd.org or on Channel 22 at aisd.tv. Who: Nicole Conley, chief financial officer
Linder Elementary School Wins Water Bottle-Refilling Station
The 2014-15 Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Hispanic Austin Leadership class partnered with Austin ISD schools to create short videos to raise awareness of landfill waste reduction. Linder Elementary School took first place in the competition. The school's winning video will be shared on the city of Austin website, the city television channel and on the city mobile app. You…
Help Grow AISD's Environmental Stewardship Advisory Committee
The Austin ISD Environmental Stewardship Advisory Committee is looking for new members to help advise the district in being a recognized example of environmental education, stewardship and sustainability. The ESAC serves as an advisory body to the superintendent, who is responsible for administrative decisions and for providing administrative and policy…
Community Forum: MoPac South Toll Road and Elevated Bridge (Over Lady Bird Lake) Proposed Plan
What: The community is invited to attend a forum to learn about the proposal to construct four toll lanes on MoPac between Cesar Chavez Street and Slaughter Lane. The proposal includes elevated lanes over Lady Bird Lake with a flyover next to Austin High School onto Cesar Chavez.
District Invites Community to Share Input on Facility Master Plan
Austin ISD needs the public's input as the district continues to update its Facility Master Plan. During upcoming meetings, AISD will present the Facilities and Bond Planning Advisory Committee's update and receive feedback from the public. Each meeting will focus on a different family of schools. However, anyone can attend any meeting, regardless of where they live or where their…
Build, Tear Down, Repeat. AISD Hosts Grand Opening of Crockett Construction Technology Building
Austin ISD is holding a grand opening ceremony for a new construction technology building on the Crockett High School campus. What: Guest speakers will give an overview of the construction technology building and the benefits of career and technical education. A reception will follow.
Austin Chronicle Names Fulmore as the “Best Old School South of the River"
Fulmore Middle School was recently crowned “Best Old School South of the River,” by the Austin Chronicle’s Best of Austin 2011. The Fulmore Falcons also just celebrated their 125th Anniversary in September, which prompted many to take notice.
Word Accessibility
Creating Accessible Documents in Microsoft Word Microsoft Word is a commonly-used application among individuals with a variety of disabilities, and is reasonably accessible. The text within Word documents can be read by assistive technologies such as screen readers and Braille devices. However, in order for Word documents to be fully accessible, authors must follow the core principles outlined…
Rent the PAC
Important Notice Regarding Events at the Austin ISD Performing Arts Center Due to budget cuts and reduced staffing, the Austin ISD Performing Arts Center is no longer permitted to host food-related events. As a result, no food or beverages may be served to the general public. Additionally, please note that the PAC does not accommodate Banquets, Weddings, Funerals/Memorials and Birthday parties…
Blackshear Elementary Named Blue Ribbon School by U.S. Dept. of Education
Blackshear Elementary Fine Arts Academy has been named a 2015 National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education. "This award acknowledges the hard work of school leadership, staff and students and their commitment to excellence," said Superintendent Paul Cruz, Ph.D.