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Farewell 2013: AISD's Mid-year Highlights
As 2013 comes to a close, AISD looks back on the first half of the school year.
Exploring cost reduction strategies within Technology and Talent Strategy
The Joint Community Budget Committee delved deep into the budgets of the Technology and Talent Strategy departments at its Oct. 8 and 15 meetings. The committee continues its work to explore potential cost reductions and revenue opportunities. Here are the highlights from each department: Technology The Technology department is currently working through efficiencies, such as moving…
Austin ISD Principal Selected as Texas PTA’s Elementary Principal of the Year
On Tuesday, Texas Parent Teacher Association announced the recipients for the 2021 Outstanding Educator of the Year Awards. Among 400 nominations at the elementary, secondary and district level, Reilly Elementary Principal Corrine Saenz has been selected as this year’s Elementary Principal of the Year.
Reilly Elementary Principal Selected as Texas PTA’s Elementary Principal of the Year
On Tuesday, Texas Parent Teacher Association announced the recipients for the 2021 Outstanding Educator of the Year Awards. Among 400 nominations at the elementary, secondary and district level, Reilly Elementary Principal Corrine Saenz has been selected as this year’s Elementary Principal of the Year.
2013 JROTC End of Year Awards Banquet
Travis High School will host a special awards ceremony for its JROTC Cadets to recognize their outstanding performance during the 2012-13 school year. Guests at the assembly will include representatives from the following:American Veterans AssociationNavy LeagueMilitary Officers Association of AmericaSons and Daughters of the American RevolutionDaedaliansMilitary Order of the Purple HeartFleet…
Pre-Kindergarten Registration Now Open
The Austin Independent School District is registering students in its pre-kindergarten program for the 2012-2013 school year. Children are eligible to enroll in the program if they are 4 years old by Sept. 1, 2012 and:
New Attendance Initiative: Supporting Our Schools (En español)
With the new district attendance initiative, your child’s attendance could mean extra money for their school. Why it matters: Improved attendance is not only essential better academic outcomes, it’s also directly tied to how the state funds Austin ISD. If Austin ISD increases attendance by just 1%, the district would see $4.5 million in additional revenue.
AISD Honors Top Talent at Salute
Salute, co-hosted by AISD and Austin Partners in Education, is the annual event that recognizes some of the district's outstanding team members for their dedication to student excellence and achievement in our schools.At the event last night, May 29, held at the Long Center for the Performing Arts, AISD honored the Teacher of the Year, Classified Staff of the Year, Principal of the Year,…
Austin ISD 18+ Programming
The goal of students with disabilities attending 18+ programming’s is to work on their transition goals and prepare them for life after leaving Austin Independent School District.
Board adopts priorities for upcoming legislative session (en Español)
On Nov. 21, the Austin ISD Board of Trustees adopted its 89th Legislative Session priorities, focusing on increased school funding and recapture reform. The priorities are organized into nine categories that also include safety and security, student support, teachers and accountability. Below are some key highlights: