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More Than 500 Akins Eagles Graduate
Akins High School pride was evident today as more than 500 seniors graduated in a ceremony at the Frank Erwin Center.Interim Superintendent Paul Cruz spoke of some of the students' achievements, including: the senior phlebotomy practicum hosted the most successful blood drive in school history, 11 seniors passed their corrections officer certification exams and 11 passed their 911 dispatcher…
Lanier High School Celebrates the Class of 2014
Nearly 300 Lanier High School Vikings crossed the stage at the Frank Erwin Center today to graduate as part of the class of 2014. Interim Superintendent Paul Cruz highlighted some of the seniors' achievements, including this year's launch of the Family Writing Project, two six-week courses that brought participants of all ages together on Saturday mornings to share their life stories and write.
Feria Para Aprender
Where: ACC/Highland Mall, Men's Dillards Department Store (First Floor)What: Feria Para Aprender (The Learning Fair) is the largest Spanish-language education fair in Central Texas. Since launching in 2007, Feria Para Aprender has served over 200,000 parents and students nationwide.
Understanding Your Middle School Child
This free workshop serves as a place where parents and educators can discuss ways to support children as they enter their middle school years.The workshop will be led by Dr. Michael J. Nakkula and Dr. Eric Toshalis, co-authors of the book Understanding Youth: Adolescent Development for Educators. Snacks and childcare will be provided at the workshop. Gus Garcia Recreation Center1201 E.…
McCallum’s Best Not Done Yet: Record-setting Knights Barrel Through Playoffs
The McCallum Knights have historically been among Austin ISD’s most successful football programs.The 1966 squad started the year 11-0, but no team in school history can claim what the 2017 Knights have accomplished: a perfect 12-0 record. And counting.“It’s big,” said McCallum's head football coach, Charles Taylor. “That 1966 team went 11-1 and held the record for the most wins in school history…
AISD Accepting Applications for its UpClose Program
Austin, TX—Austin ISD invites community members to learn more about the district and how to support public education by participating in the UpClose program. The district is accepting applications through Aug. 9.
Andrews Elementary Pet Clinic
Andrews Elementary School is hosting a Pet Clinic that provides community members with access to discounted vaccinations for their pets. Local veterinatrian Dr. John Y. Tarlton will oversee the clinic and donate a portion of the profits to the elementary school.The following will be available:
Travis Football Star Awarded Rooster Andrews Memorial Scholarship
Travis High School senior, Keegan Bradley was recently awarded a $1,200 Rooster Andrews Memorial Scholarship by the National Football Foundation.Keegan was one of 43 nominees from football teams in high schools across central Texas. This also marks the fifth consecutive year a Travis football player has received a scholarship. An honor which no other school in central Texas has accomplished.…
Akins High School Competes in F1 in Schools World Finals
AUSTIN, Texas--This week, W. Charles Akins H.S. T-STEM Academy's TALON Racing, in conjunction with Axium Racing from Granbury High School, will compete as one team, Lone Star Racing, at the SAE/Formula One F1 in Schools Technology Challenge World Finals 2013.
Austin ISD Named Winner of Laserfiche Run Smarter Award
The new year brings less paper and more innovation for Austin ISD. The district has been recognized for its innovative approach to content management with the 2014 Laserfiche Run Smarter® Award. AISD integrated the Laserfiche Document Management System with SEEDS, a proprietary system that houses information for special education students. The district can now create and manage documents…