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Austin ISD Teachers Named Finalists for 2019 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards
Eight Central Texas area educators have been named finalists for the 2019 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards, spotlighting them as some of the best educators in Texas. Six teachers were presented with a $1,000 check for themselves and a $1,000 check for their schools. The two Austin ISD finalists are: * David Walker, Liberal Arts and Science Academy High School, Austin ISD (Rising Star…
District Advisory Council (DAC) regular meeting
District Advisory Council is required by district policy to hold at least one meeting each year at a campus. This year, the meeting will be held at Small Middle School, 4801 Monterey Oaks Blvd. Regular meetings of the DAC are open to the public. Interested individuals may sign up to speak to the DAC on issues of a district-wide nature prior to the start of each regular meeting. …
LBJ, LASA Jaguars Celebrate Graduation
The LBJ Early College High School and Liberal Arts and Science Academy community, staff, families and friends joined together June 16 to celebrate the 2020 graduating class through a virtual ceremony. Superintendent Paul Cruz congratulated the graduates of this year's class via a video statement. His remarks were followed by a speech from LBJ Principal Jon Bailey. “Each of you have already…
LBJ ECHS and LASA Celebrate Seniors
LBJ Early College High School and LASA honored over 440 seniors at their graduation ceremony this morning at the Frank Erwin Center. Austin ISD Superintendent Paul Cruz recognized LBJ and LASA students’ noteworthy accomplishments this school year:
Liberal Arts and Science Academy High School to Establish a DNA Sequencing and Genomics Facility with Grant Award
Liberal Arts and Science Academy High School dual-credit biotechnology teacher Joseph Oleniczak and Austin Community College District professor Kissaou Tchedre have received a $385,845 grant award from the National Science Foundation to establish a DNA sequencing and genomics program at LASA.
Annual Celebrate Event Honors Volunteers in AISD Schools
The annual Celebrate event is a night dedicated to bringing together the Austin ISD community, volunteers and school leaders to recognize excellence throughout the district and honor those who give their time and commitment to make our schools a better place.
Salute 2016
The annual Celebrate event is a night dedicated to bringing together the Austin ISD community, volunteers and school leaders to recognize excellence throughout the district and honor those who give their time and commitment to make our schools a better place.
“There are NO cuts coming to our arts programs,” says Superintendent
By Scott Thomas There are no cuts coming to arts programs in Austin ISD, Superintendent Stephanie Elizalde said in response to recent questions. In fact, she said, they are looking to expand programs in certain areas. “Rest assured there are NO cuts coming to our arts programs,” said Elizalde “It is unfortunate that misinformation is communicated [...] I personally excelled because of arts…
AISD Announces Schools Frozen to Transfers for 2019-20
Austin ISD has announced the names of schools that will be frozen to transfers during the 2019–20 school year. Each year the district determines which schools will be frozen to transfers. Considerations include enrollments that exceed capacity, construction and programming, such as dual language campuses. Schools to be frozen to transfers in 2019–20:
Trustees Approve Principal Appointments at Northeast Early College High School and New Southwest Elementary School
Austin ISD is proud to welcome new leaders at New Southwest Elementary School and Northeast Early College High School. "Our principals are the leaders of school communities, and I know our schools are in great hands with these principals," said Superintendent Paul Cruz. "I look forward to seeing their positive impact on students, families and staff." Trustees approved the following appointments…