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Mayor Honors AISD Principal, Teacher and Classified Staff Member of the Year
Austin, TX—Mayor Lee Leffingwell will recognize Austin Independent School District’s principal, teacher and classified staff member of the year during the city council’s June 14 meeting.Last month, AISD announced Donna Houser, Anderson High School principal, as Principal of the Year; Matt Earhart, Anderson High School teacher, as Teacher of the Year; and Diana Luna de Valladares, Cunningham…
‘All for Lunch’ non-profit clears current lunch debt (En español)
In an effort to ensure students have access to a healthy meal, All for Lunch, has paid off the $16,032 lunch debt balance districtwide. Why it matters: Families will have one less thing to worry about heading into the holiday season while students still enjoy healthy, nourishing meals at school.
Salute honors staff across the district (En español)
Congratulations to all the finalists and this year's winners at the annual Salute staff recognition ceremony!
After UIL Realignment, Austin ISD Teams Eye Another Successful Year
To keep up with enrollment shifts, the University Interscholastic League (UIL) does a realignment of its participating schools every two years. The new enrollment numbers determine a school’s classification (from 1A to 6A), which also means a potential shuffling of districts. 2016 is a realignment year, so there are some big changes for AISD schools.
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.
Media Advisory: Mobile Clinic Brings Glasses and Grins
Note: This media advisory was sent on behalf of Austin Community Foundation. Austin Community Foundation and Essilor Vision Foundation partner with the Seton Healthcare Family to bring eye exams and prescription glasses to area school children. WHO: Austin Community Foundation, Essilor Vision Founda
Media Advisory--Reminder: Janis Guerrero Thompson Elementary School Dedication
AUSTIN, TEXAS—Austin ISD will hold an official dedication ceremony for the Janis Guerrero Thompson Elementary School on Sunday.What: Dedication ceremony, featuring remarks by Board President Vince Torres, Trustee Ann Tiech and Director of Construction Management Jeff Kauffman When: 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3Where: Janis Guerrero Thompson Elementary School, 102 E. Rundberg Lane
AISD Doubles Capacity to Teach Prekindergarten for 3-Year-Old Students in 2016-17
Next year, Austin ISD will nearly double its capacity to teach prekindergarten for 3-year-olds (Pre-K3) thanks to contributions from local donors.“When students have a strong start, they have a strong future,” Superintendent Paul Cruz said. “We want make sure all students are given a path to success. Starting early improves the chance that students graduate college-, career- and life-ready.”
Janis Guerrero Thompson Elementary School Dedication
AUSTIN, TEXAS—Austin ISD will hold an official dedication ceremony for the Janis Guerrero Thompson Elementary School on Sunday. What: Dedication ceremony, featuring remarks by Board President Vince Torres, Trustee Ann Tiech and Director of Construction Management Jeff Kauffman
Trifecta of Terrific Teachers: Elementary, Middle and High School Teachers of the Year Announced
Superintendent Paul Cruz surprised three teachers in their classrooms yesterday to announce their selection as Austin ISD's 2016 Teachers of the Year for elementary, middle and high school.Being selected as a Teacher of the Year is one of the highest honors the district bestows on AISD teachers.