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LASA Student Receives $40,000 for 10th Place in Science and Mathematics Competition
One Austin ISD student is truly reaching for the stars.
McCallum Knights Head to State Quarterfinals with Win Over Alice Coyotes
The McCallum Knights continue to write history thanks to their unprecedented success in 2017.On Saturday, the Knights avenged a 1966 playoff loss to the Alice Coyotes by claiming the regional title with a 33-8 victory."After coming out at halftime, I just thought we played harder and wanted it more," said senior quarterback Max Perez, who tossed a 47-yard touchdown to give the Knights a 14-8 lead…
Austin ISD, APIE Celebrate Exceptional Volunteers at Annual Event
On April 30, Austin ISD and Austin Partners In Education recognize exceptional volunteers and community members for their commitment to preparing AISD students for college and careers.The annual Celebrate event is a night dedicated to bringing together the AISD community, volunteers and school leaders to recognize excellence throughout the district and honor people who have been instrumental in…
Budget Stabilization Task Force Meeting
The Budget Stabilization Task Force is a key component of the district’s strategy to address its growing budget deficit. The ad hoc advisory body will explore a broad range of actions the district could take to balance the budget in the next two to three years. Join us at Martin Middle School Library, 1601 Haskell St. on Nov. 14 from 5:30–8:30 p.m. For more information, visit austinisd.…
33rd Annual African-American Heritage Celebration
Austin ISD will honor the heritage of African-Americans and their legacies throughout the school district at the 33rd Annual African-American Heritage Celebration.This year's theme, "Equality for All," celebrates students for their academic success, highlights winners of a districtwide essay competition, and honors community leaders and stakeholders with awards in giving, educational leadership,…
Graduation: AISD's Video Tribute to Class of 2013
Dear Team AISD,It feels as if we were just singing Call Me Maybe at the district's All-Staff Convocation and kicking off the 2012-13 school year with the first day of school. And now, as the school year has drawn to a close, I’m happy to share with you that all of your hard work to serve our 86,000 students has not only made a difference—it has made 2012-13 a banner year for Austin…
Travis Early College High School Salutes Graduates
In a graduation ceremony at the Frank Erwin Center today, 284 students from Travis Early College High School and Travis Graduation Preparatory Academy received their diplomas."I want you to know no matter how tough things get, you will get up and do what you need to succeed," said Travis High School Valedictorian Angelica Rodriguez. Salutatorian Adela Hernandes Jaimes spoke of her years…
Eastside Memorial High School Toasts Class of 2017
Eastside Memorial High School celebrated more than 130 seniors who received their high school diplomas today.Salutatorian Lebon Hora, an immigrant from the Phillipines and the first in her family to attend an American university, thanked teachers, family and friends."When I left my home four years ago, I felt like I left half of myself, but your made me whole," she said to her classmates. "The…
Austin ISD Joins 'Read for the Record' Global Event
Thousands of students and staff throughout Austin ISD gathered today to take part in Jumpstart's "Read for the Record."The global campaign generates public support for high-quality early learning by mobilizing millions of children and adults to participate in the world's largest shared reading experience.
Bowie High School Recognized for Student Achievement
Bowie High School has been named one of 200 model Professional Learning Communities at Work by Solution Tree, a professional development organization that focuses on schools.PLCs are schools that recognize that the key to improved learning for students is ongoing, job-embedded learning for the adults who serve those students.