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Hispanic Heritage Month profile: Richard Moya (en Español)
By Paul Stinson As Austin ISD continues its celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we profile Richard Moya: Korean War veteran, civic leader, and Mexican-American political trailblazer.
AUSTIN ISD WILL SERVE FREE, HEALTHY MEALS FOR LOCAL CHILDREN THIS SUMMER (EN ESPAÑOL)
Bringing healthy summer meals to Austin children ensures kids have a healthy vacation and return to school ready to learn.
CTE Spotlight: Jennis Egan applies art in her cosmetology program
By, Nayeli Santoyo, with additional reporting by Kathy Swartz and Sydney Kim
Careers
Teacher Incentive Allotment in Austin ISD Austin ISD is thrilled to announce our official acceptance into the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) through the Texas Education Agency. TIA was created by the Texas Legislature to provide a pathway for top-performing teachers to earn higher salaries and help districts attract and retain highly effective teachers.
African American Heritage Celebration
This is the 39th annual year for the event, which will honor over 130 students and seven community and staff members who made a contribution to Austin ISD. Each year the African American Heritage Committee selects a high school to showcase the talent at the school and to host the program. This year the committee has chosen Northeast High School and the theme is "Elevating Future Leaders by…
Nine Things Graduates Should Do to Prepare for College
AISD counselors from each of our high schools will be available to help answer any questions seniors or their parents have regarding university or community college enrollment. Below is a list of common items needed to complete enrollment in college this fall. College acceptance materials will have other tasks that schools require and high school counselors can answer questions about financial…
Nowruz
Nowruz is the Persian New Year, and means "new day." This is a day that can involve prayers and festivals, depending on the region and is observed by Zoroastrians, Baháʼís, some Muslim communities, and is considered a national holiday in Iran and Afghanistan. Source: Britannica, T. Editors of Encyclopaedia (2020, March 13). Nowruz. Encyclopedia Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/topic/Nowruz
Austin ISD to request informal review of TEA Special Education Conservatorship (en español)
Today, Austin ISD is requesting an informal review of the Texas Education Agency’s March 31, 2023, Final Report that recommended a conservator to help address special education issues in the district.
Lantern Festival (yuánxiāo jié)
The Lantern Festival is celebrated on the first month of the Lunar year on the 15th day and promotes reconciliation, peace, and forgiveness. This day is celebrated through the lighting of lanterns, special foods, and family gatherings. Source: Britannica, T. Editors of Encyclopaedia (2021, December 15). Lantern Festival. Encyclopedia Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/topic/Lantern-Festival
School Safety and Security Committee (SSSC) Meeting
The public can view the meeting on zoom (more details on the agenda). The districtwide School Safety and Security Committee must meet by law at least three times per year to discuss current concerns of the district as well as to inform security practices. Additional information can be found at the School Safety and Security Committee webpage.