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Rationale for canceling classes puts safety first: An op-ed from Dr. Paul Cruz
When forecasts of winter weather and hazardous road conditions force the school district to delay start times or close for the day, the first thing Austin school district leaders think about is how the decision will affect our students and families.
Austin NAACP Honors Carstarphen with DeWitty/Overton Freedom Award
Community leaders recognize education leader for efforts to address disparities within districtThis weekend, the Austin chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People awarded the 2013 DeWitty/Overton Freedom Award to Austin ISD Superintendent Meria Carstarphen.
Superintendent Carstarphen Earns 2013 DeWitty/Overton Freedom Award
NAACP honors educator for efforts to address disparities within districtThe Austin chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People is awarding the 2013 DeWitty/Overton Freedom Award to Austin ISD Superintendent Meria Carstarphen.The award is based on the collective works of the honorees in the areas of civil rights and social justice. Carstarphen will receive the award…
A Sweet Celebration: AISD Schools Hold Peace Through PIE Events
Some Austin ISDschools are holding Peace Through PIE—which stands for Peace Includes Everyone—events during January to celebrate the life of Martin Luther King Jr.Austin-based nonprofit Peace Through PIE encourages community partners to hold community-building pie socials to promote peace.“Now more than ever, we need creative ways to come to the table, build new relationships and learn how to see…
Superintendent Carstarphen Earns 2013 DeWitty/Overton Freedom Award
Media Interviews and Requests About the Award: If you would like to schedule an interview with Austin NAACP President Nelson Linder or would like to learn more about the Austin chapter of the NAACP and the 48th Annual DeWitty/Overton Freedom Fund Banquet, please call 512-476-6230.
Dr. Cruz Invites Eastside Memorial Families to STEM Fest Saturday
Dear Families,Interested in STEMulating your mind this weekend?
Safety is our Top Priority
As we conclude the second week of school, I wanted to share with you important safety efforts that the district is taking. Safety is our top priority, and we make every effort to ensure that every one of our students is safe, every day.
AISD Uses Results from Rigorous, National Review in Aim for World-Class Standards
Broad Foundation Ranks Several Key Areas Among Nation's TopAustin, TX— As part of its drive to achieve the community's vision for the Austin Independent School District to become nationally recognized as an outstanding school district that instills a passion for life-long learning in all students, the district is pleased to announce the results of The Eli and Edythe Broad Foundation's diagnostic…
Trial Court Rules School Finance System Unconstitutional
AUSTIN, Texas—Today, Judge John Dietz once again ruled that the current school finance system violates the requirements of the Texas Constitution.
67 AISD Schools Earn 187 Distinction Designations
Austin ISD's Board recognized 67 Austin ISD schools for earning one or more distinction designations in 2016 for a total of 187 distinctions by the Texas Education Agency. Seven secondary schools earned five or more distinctions and eight elementary schools earned at least five of the six available. "I am proud of the hard work our students, staff and families put into achieving such…