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AISD Superintendent Paul Cruz Elected to Executive Committee of National Urban Schools Group
Beginning in July, Austin ISD Superintendent Paul Cruz will be an executive board member of the Council of Great City Schools.
Graduation Dates Set for Austin ISD's Class of 2012
GRADUATION DATES SET FOR AUSTIN ISD'S CLASS OF 2012Ceremonies to be Webcast LiveAustin, TX—The Austin Independent School District will hold high school graduation ceremonies for members of the Class of 2012 at the Frank Erwin Center.This year, ceremonies have been clustered so that campuses of the same size can hold graduation ceremonies on the same day. This will enable a more personalized set-…
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…
Budget Community Conversation Next Steps
See the results of the Budget Prioritization Survey and how public feedback impacted the shape of the preliminary 2018-19 budget proposal.Learn about the work done to date to keep district spending more in line with anticipated revenues as well as next steps in the multi-year budget stabilization process.Wednesday, May 2 | 6–7 p.m.Ann Richards SYWL Library, 2206 Prather Ln. 78704Child…
Uphaus Early Childhood Center Dedicates Library to Elizabeth Anne Polk
Showing kindness and encouragement and presenting your best self can inspire others to do amazing work. It was a teacher who always presented herself in the best clothes and gave Elizabeth Anne Polk one of her bracelets when she was a young girl that inspired Polk to go into teaching.
Update about Human Sexuality and Responsibility unit (En español)
Correction statement following newsletter error: Human Sexuality and Responsibility (HSR) will not be taught virtually or face-to-face this spring for students in grades K-8. Students who are currently enrolled in the High School 2021 Health Education course will participate in the HSR unit. Parents or legal guardians will continue to have the option to opt out their child if so desired
AISD Board Approves 2016-17 Instructional Calendar
The Austin ISD Board of Trustees approved the calendar for the 2016-17 school year at the Dec. 14 board meeting.This option includes a full week off for the Thanksgiving holiday, similar to other local school districts in Central Texas, in 2016.To accommodate this change, there will be one fewer vacation day during winter break for staff. The first day of classes for students is Monday, Aug. 22,…
Austin ISD Board of Trustees Approves Appointment of Director of Recruiting and Staffing
On Oct. 27, the Austin ISD Board of Trustees approved the appointment of Kristen Hilsabeck, PHR, as director of recruiting and staffing. Hilsabeck has a 13-year history with the district, having served as human resources technician/certification analyst, staffing specialist, substitute services coordinator and professional human resources coordinator in charge of high schools.
Child Care Program
The child care programs provide full day care for infants and toddlers of AISD staff and families at many campuses. The programs prioritize AISD staff for enrollment and when space is available the care is offered to other families in the community. Many of the programs offer reduced tuition fees for eligible families. Each program has different hours and tuition fees, please contact the…
AISD Celebrates 2019–2020 Retirees
On May 28, AISD celebrated the 2019–2020 Retirees and all they’ve given to the district with a special virtual event. Honorees and families were invited to attend and share favorite stories of their time in AISD, see videos and remarks from their AISD family, and celebrate their wonderful career and the next chapter! Speakers included Chief Human Capital Officer, Dr. Fernando Medina; …