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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.
Chief Business Officer Announcement / Anuncio sobre el director general de Negocios
Dear Team AISD, I am writing to announce the appointment of Larry Throm as Chief Business Officer. He will begin with AISD on Monday, and will oversee both the finance and operations divisions. During his 40-year career, mostly in school finance, Mr. Throm has worked in similar roles in six other districts, most notably in Austin under Superintendent Pat Forgione, and in the Dallas and…
Northeast ECHS COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic
We have a vaccine opportunity available for our AISD Community 16 years of age and older. This opportunity is being hosted by The Austin Latino Coalition. No Appointment required!
Washington Post Ranks Seven AISD High Schools Among Best in Nation
Seven Austin ISD high schools are among the best in the nation, according to the 2016 Washington Post America's Most Challenging High Schools rankings. "I am excited to see Austin ISD schools continue to be recognized in Texas and the nation year after year," Superintendent Paul Cruz said. "Our staff and students do outstanding work in the classroom every day.
AISD Multilingual Education Advisory Committee Meeting
The Multilingual Education Advisory Committee advises the school district about matters related to students who are language learners. The Committee meets throughout the school year, from 6–7:30 p.m. at Austin ISD Headquarters, 4000 S. IH35. Upcoming dates: Dec. 3 Jan. 21, 2020 Feb. 25 April 7 May 12 El Comité Consultivo de Educación Multilingüe fue creado para informar y…
Austin ISD student enrollment exceeds projection
Today the Austin Independent School District provided a snapshot of the organization's 2016-17 school year enrollment, and the number of students currently attending AISD exceeds projection for the first time in three years.The membership for the district during the 2016-17 school year was projected to be 82,690. At the end of the first six weeks, Sept. 30, student enrollment in AISD was at 83,…
Start with 8 Core Skills
Summary Considering the role you play within Austin ISD, you can cultivate a more inclusive, accessible, and equitable community for everyone. We encourage you to gradually learn each of the 8 core skills. Learn at Your Own Pace, Start Now Accessibility is a shift in perception, not a check mark in a list. If you're leaving accessibility until the last step, you're making it much harder…
School Changes Version 2, Districtwide Community Conversation
Please join Austin ISD for community conversations regarding Version 2.0 of the School Changes scenario options. These conversations will focus on the scenarios recommended for implementation for the 2020–21 school year. Come learn about the district's equity analysis and how it led to the 12 scenarios under consideration in phase one of the School Changes process. Conversations will…
School Changes Version 2, Community Conversation—Sims Elementary
Please join Austin ISD for community conversations regarding Version 2.0 of the School Changes scenario options. These conversations will focus on the scenarios recommended for implementation for the 2020–21 school year. Come learn about the district's equity analysis and how it led to the 12 scenarios under consideration in phase one of the School Changes process. Conversations will…
In-district Transfers, Online Registration Now Open / Traslados dentro del distrito, matriculación en línea disponible hoy
Beginning today, Jan. 3, 2020, Austin ISD families may submit requests for in-district transfers for the 2020–21 school year. Students who are already on an approved transfer do not need to re-apply. Transfers are valid to the highest grade at a student’s school. All in-district transfer requests submitted Jan. 3–31 will be given equal consideration. All priority…