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Women's Studies Speaker Series: "Speaking Truth to Power"
The Women’s Studies Program at Garza high school is proud to announce the inauguration of their Women’s Studies Speaker Series, “Speaking Truth to Power”. The multi-credit class empowers young women with the study of the contributions American women have made to the history and culture of this country so that they too will take a leadership role in their own lives and communities.
Akins' 'The Eagle's Eye' Earns Best in Show in Newspapers from Texas Association of Journalism Educators
The Eagle’s Eye, the Akins High School student newspaper, recently received the distinction of being named Best in Show in Newspapers at the annual Texas Association of Journalism Educators Fall Fiesta held in San Antonio.
AISD Invites Community to Help Name North Central Elementary School No. 2
AUSTIN, Texas—Austin ISD’s Board of Trustees invites community members to submit nominations for the name of a new elementary school campus in north Austin. The school, located at 2011 W. Rundberg Lane, is under construction and scheduled to open in August.The nomination process will close on March 16 at midnight. The school board is scheduled to take action in April.
Media Advisory: Anderson High School Hosts Austin Robot Roundup, First Robotics Competition
AUSTIN, Texas—This weekend, Austin ISD’s Anderson High School is hosting Austin Robot Roundup, First Robotics Competition to showcase local robotic designs.What: Robotics teams from Anderson, Eastside Memorial, LASA, Akins, Westlake, Westwood, Round Rock and Manor Tech will compete and collaborate locally before competing at the state level.When: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15
Cultural Uni-tea: AISD Hosts 26 Uruguayan Teachers
Last week was one week of firsts for the 26 teachers visiting Austin ISD from Uruguay.Two who were visiting Pillow Elementary School said that, for the first time, they had flown in a plane, eaten tacos and drunk Dr Pepper.Each teacher in the two-week program stays with a host—an AISD teacher who volunteers to show them what Austin living is like, both at home and at work.
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About Us The Austin ISD Police Department is divided into five bureaus, the North Uniform Services Bureau, South Uniform Services Bureau, Criminal Investigations Bureau, Professional Standards Bureau, and the Support Services Bureau: North & South Uniform Services Bureau The Uniform Services Bureau oversees the Austin ISD Police School Resource Officer Program, Patrol Division, Mental…
A Birthday Wish for LBJ: Here’s to Winning the Tomorrows in Front of Us—for All Students
Before I go to bed tonight, I am mindful that today is Lyndon Baines Johnson’s birthday. LBJ inspires me because he was an education-focused, civil rights champion. Over Memorial Day weekend, I took my parents out to LBJ State Park and toured his hometown and the park to learn more about his legacy. My parents still live in Selma, Alabama, where I grew up–a city that is still immersed in civil…
Save the Date! AISD Back to School Bash is Aug. 24
The Austin Independent School District invites its students and families to attend the annual Back-to-School Bash. The event takes place Saturday, Aug. 24 from 9 a.m. to noon in Exhibit Hall 4 of the Austin Convention Center, 500 E. Cesar Chavez St. During the celebration, families can learn about the many district programs and services that help students have a great school year.…
AISD Accepting Applications for Qualified Substitute Teachers
The Austin Independent School District is seeking quality candidates to be substitute teachers for the 2012-13 school year. Texas educators certified in the areas of math, science, social studies, English language arts, bilingual education and special education are in high need. Non-certified candidates with experience working as teaching assistants, in clerical positions or in special education…
AISD Board Delays Implementation of STAAR End-of-Course Exam “15 Percent” Grading Requirement
Under district policies approved by the Austin ISD Board of Trustees at its Feb. 27 meeting, a student’s score on State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) end-of-course exams taken during spring 2012 will have no effect on that student’s grades or class rank. Acting on the recommendation proposed by the AISD administration, the Board deferred the implementation of the requirement…