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Austin Students Win Scholarships in Statesman Competition
Crockett student Leanna Gomez recently won First Place in the Austin American-Statesman Speak Out! Picture This! Scholarship Competition. Leanna won a $3000 scholarship for an editorial on the dangers of texting while driving. This is the third year in a row that a Crockett student has taken First Place in this competition. Also, Travis High School student Melanie Salazar placed third, earning a…
Judge Dietz Rules Texas School Finance System is Unconstitutional
Austin, Texas—Today, Judge John Dietz ruled the Texas school finance system is unconstitutional, finding it does not adequately fund public schools and that the system has evolved into a de facto statewide property tax.The Austin Independent School District is one of 84 school districts that make up one of six parties in several lawsuits before Judge Dietz. AISD is in the Fort Bend ISD…
Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce Recognizes AISD Schools and Educators
Today, the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce recognized outstanding AISD schools and educators with awards:
Lanier High School FFA Pet Clinic
The Lanier High School agriculture department hosts its first-ever fall pet vaccination clinic this month, where for $20 families can bring in their pets to receive vaccinations that will be active for a full year. Vaccinations for worming and kennel cough will be available at an addition fee, while medications to combat fleas, ticks and heartworms will be offered at a discounted price. Pets can…
Shady Salon Got Your Hair in a Tangle?
Crockett High School's cosmetology classroom is reopening for business this Thursday as Salon Crockett. The public can receive various salon services from cosmetology students every Friday morning in the new and refreshed space. What: A $350,000 salon upgrade was part of AISD's 2012 bond.
2013-14 AAFRs: Learn about dual language, single-sex schools and possible proposals
Interested in learning about AISD’s development of the preliminary, potential 2013-14 Annual Academic and Facilities Recommendations that may include examining the creation of a school for young men, strengthening fine arts programming and expanding dual language programs? Please visit AISD’s online, information center.Past AAFRs
Feedback Solicited on New Graduation Program Requirements
This week, AISD middle and high school families will receive a letter from the district about the new graduation plan requirements that were passed by the 83rd Texas Legislature.The new requirements will affect students entering the ninth grade during the 2014-2015 school year and all students entering high school thereafter. Parents are also receiving a survey that seeks to get feedback…
Lanier High School Celebrates 50th Anniversary
Austin, TX— Austin Independent School District is celebrating "50 Years of Greatness" at Lanier High School Saturday, Nov. 12, at Lanier High School. The event begins with a 3K Viking Charge Run and includes the opening and resealing of a time capsule, the dedication of the school theatre and a reunion of staff members and students, that includes dinner and live music.Who: Lanier High School…
Boone Elementary 25th Anniversary Celebration
Boone Elementary will celebrate its 25th Anniversary, from 8 to 10 a.m., Friday, March 9, at on the campus, 8101 Croftwood Drive.The program will feature performances, music and a quick look back at the past 25 years through a historical presentation. A parade will follow after the anniversary program. WHAT: Boone Elementary 25th Anniversary CelebrationWHEN: from 8 to 10 a.m., Friday, March…
Austin ISD Now Serves Breakfast in the Classroom at 25 Schools
Austin ISD Food Services is providing breakfast to more students than ever with the Breakfast in the Classrooms program. The program, which AISD implemented two years ago, is offered at 25 schools as of this month.“We’re focused on expanding healthy meals to all our students,” Food Services Director Anneliese Tanner said. “You really build relationships when you share a meal with your teachers…