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Back to School Bash 2015
Austin ISD, in collaboration with the City of Austin, is kicking off the 2015-16 school year with the annual Back to School Bash on Saturday, Aug. 15, from 9 a.m.–noon at the Palmer Events Center. Last year, more than 7,500 people attended this event. Key services
Student's Barbecue Sauce Debuts Throughout District
Student lunches got a touch sweeter today with the debut of Carter Hull's BBQ Sauce to accompany barbecue items in all Austin ISD middle schools and high schools. The brown sugar-based sauce was created by Murchison Middle School student Carter Hull, who said he prefers sweet to heat in his barbecue sauces.Carter said the recipe—which also includes tomato sauce and paste—has evolved since he…
AISD Honors Austin Police Officers Under the Friday Night Lights
Commitment to excellence, effort and teamwork are on full display every week under the Friday night lights, and not just from Austin ISD's standout football teams.The district is honoring some of Austin's finest police officers prior to kickoff every week in conjunction with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.The district recognized two standouts Sept. 2 at Nelson Field and Burger Stadium.
Sims Elementary School Tour
Where: 1203 Springdale Rd, Austin, TX 78721 The Norman Elementary school building is going to be updated to meet and enhance the learning needs of students. Austin ISD is investing $25 million in school bond funds to make major renovations to the campus, creating a 21st-century learning space. Let's get to know each other at an open house for families and children of Norman…
Sims Elementary School Tour
The Norman Elementary school building is going to be updated to meet and enhance the learning needs of students.Austin ISD is investing $25 million in school bond funds to make major renovations to the campus, creating a 21st-century learning space.Let’s get to know each other at an open house for families and children of Norman Elementary School!We invite you to tour the Sims campus, meet the…
MEDIA ADVISORY AISD to break ground on Career Launch addition at LBJ Early College High School
Austin ISD will break ground May 13 on an approximately 5,000-square-foot building to accommodate the new Career Launch program at LBJ Early College High School.The program, a partnership with Seton Healthcare Family and Austin Community College, allows students to earn an associate degree in health science, preparing them to further their education in the medical field.
United Way and Austin ISD Partner to Expand High-Quality Pre-K Options for Families
United Way for Greater Austin and the Austin Independent School District are expanding an established collaboration to increase access to high-quality Pre-Kindergarten. Austin ISD trustees approved an innovative solution that will serve as a model in the state for how communities can make high-quality early education accessible to all families.
Austin ISD kicks off football season
Austin ISD football teams kicked off the 2016 season in style, highlighted by the 15th annual Taco Shack Bowl at House Park.The Anderson Trojans carried a two-game winning streak into the showdown with the McCallum Knights, but it was the Knights who gained the upper hand early and never trailed.McCallum scored on five of its first six possessions, jumping out to a 27-7 lead at the break.…
Board Briefs: Work Session (Feb. 11)
Historic Property Tax Exemption Program ReviewHistorically, AISD has granted certain historical landmark properties partial exemption from taxation. In August 2005, the AISD Board of Trustees modified the program to tighten the exemptions to mirror the City of Austin’s 2004 program modifications.
Career and Technical Education Advisory Committee
The Career and Technical Education Advisory Committee provides assistance to and promotes the development of Career and Technical Education programs to meet the needs of students, business and industry and the community. To accomplish its purpose, the CTEAC provides collaborative opportunities and expertise to educators and AISD administration on matters related to CTE programs. The…