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Austin ISD Congratulates 2015 UpClose Graduates
On May 21, participants in this year's UpClose program were honored during a ceremony graduation ceremony at the Baker Center.During the past year, participants learned about the district's curriculum and instruction, safety and security, campus operations, human capital, HB5 and graduation plans, budget and finance, district operations, and board governance.The class was divided…
Staff Flu Shot Information
Spread the word, not the flu! Our employees’ well-being is a top priority. Starting in September, the Benefits & Wellness Team will promote and encourage staff to receive a flu shot this year. Employees currently enrolled in any AISD Health Insurance Plan can visit a local HEB or CVS pharmacy to receive a free flu shot. In addition, we will offer onsite, drive-thru clinics to…
AISD Teacher Awarded for Helping Reduce Freshman Course Failures, Dropouts
On Dec. 8, Austin High School teacher R. Keeth Matheny and two of his students will be featured on the National Dropout Prevention Center/Network’s monthly webcast, “Solutions to the Dropout Crisis.”
AISD Invites Community Input on Any Given Child Creative Learning Initiative
Austin, TX—The Austin Independent School District will host a community meeting to gather input regarding the Any Given Child 10-year strategic plan at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 20, at the McCallum High School Performing Arts Center.
CTE Career Clusters
CTE Career Clusters Career and Technical Education offers recommended sequences of courses based on student interests, goals and aptitudes which align to the national career clusters that guide students through a planned program of study.
Youth Art Month Student Exhibition Recap: More Than 2,000 Works Displayed
More than 2,000 students representing 113 campuses exhibited artwork to the community during the annual Youth Art Month exhibition. During March and April, more than 3,000 students, families, staff and community members visited the AISD Performing Arts Center to enjoy the artwork. Approximately 150 Austin ISD visual arts teachers collected and prepared the student artwork for the…
Internet Connectivity
Wireless Access for Austin ISD students and staff All Staff and students must connect to the “education” wireless network. District owned devices will not be permitted to connect to the AISD-GUEST network. If this is attempted, the new system will direct the user to join the “education” network. AISD credentials cannot be used for registration on the guest network.
Statement from Superintendent Meria Carstarphen Regarding TEA Rating Appeals
Austin, TX— Austin Independent School District (AISD) Superintendent Meria Carstarphen released the following statement today after receiving notification that the Texas Education Agency (TEA) denied rating appeals for one high school and four middle schools from academically unacceptable to academically acceptable:
AISD Presents McCallum Fine Arts Showcase and Open House
AUSTIN, TX—Austin ISD presents the McCallum Fine Arts Academy Showcase and Open House for prospective students and their parents.Who: Eighth and ninth graders, who are interested in pursuing an intensive high school course of study in music, dance, visual/digital arts or theatre, and their families
Media Advisory: USDA Food and Nutrition Leader Visits Ann Richards School Wednesday
AUSTIN, Texas—Tomorrow, Janey Thornton, deputy undersecretary for food, nutrition and consumer services at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, will visit the Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders to learn about Austin ISD’s farm-to-school program and how the district is meeting new federal nutritional guidelines for foods served in school cafeterias.