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Eastside Memorial/International High Schools Commencement Ceremony
When: 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 3Where: Frank Erwin Center, 1701 Red River St., Austin 78701What: Commencement Ceremony for Eastside Memorial/International High Schools' Class of 2015For complete details on free shuttles, what to bring and more, please visit www.austinisd.org/graduation.
Blackshear Fine Arts Academy Receives Library Grant
Blackshear Fine Arts Academy received a $3,000 grant from bestselling author James Patterson to support its school library.In addition, Scholastic Reading Club will match each dollar of Patterson’s donation with points teachers can use to acquire books and other materials for their classrooms. Blackshear was chosen from 27,924 applications throughout the U.S.
Austin ISD leaders selected to Inaugural Class of Austin’s African American Leadership Institute
Austin ISD leaders were selected to the inaugural class of Austin’s African American Leadership Institute. Dr. Tamey Williams-Hill and Dinita Caldwell were among 38 Austin professionals selected into this year’s institute. The program begins on April 9. The African American Leadership Institute is designed to enhance civic awareness and leadership opportunities to lead to changes in practices…
AISD Cancels Classes Feb. 7 Due to Weather
AUSTIN, Texas—Austin ISD has canceled all classes for Friday, Feb. 7 due to weather and road conditions out of concern for the safety of students, staff and families.District offices also will be closed.For the latest weather information, tune in to your local news or visit the National Weather Service.
Austin Pride Parade
Austin ISD invites the community to join us as we march in the annual Austin Pride Parade. Our goal is to increase visibility of AISD as an LGBTQ-friendly district and create a safe, supportive learning environment for all students.Marchers should arrive at 12th and Trinity streets at 7:15 p.m. The parade starts at 8 p.m. and continues down Congress Avenue and across Fourth Street to…
Vision+Voice Student Poetry Contest Now Accepting Submissions
Calling all poets! The second annual Vision+Voice student poetry contest is seeking your submissions.Vision+Voice is a partnership between Austin ISD and the Department of Arts and Humanities at Austin Community College.A panel of published poets will select one winning poem per grade and one for languages other than English at the elementary and secondary levels.
AISD Graduation Week Schedule and Information
Austin ISD will hold 14 high school graduation ceremonies for graduates May 31–June 4.
AISD Holds 2016 Graduation Ceremonies May 31–June 4
Austin ISD will hold 14 high school graduation ceremonies for graduates May 31–June 4.All but one of the ceremonies will be held at the Frank Erwin Center, 1701 Red River St. The Rosedale School will hold its ceremony at its campus.Ceremonies held at the Frank Erwin Center will be webcast live on the district's website.The schedule for the ceremonies is:
Decisions, decisions: Celebrate GenTX Decision Day by Wearing a College T-shirt Friday
High schools across Texas will be celebrating seniors on GenTX Decision Day, May 5. To show a united support for the seniors and their commitment to higher education, please wear a college T-shirt on Friday, May 5. Campuses will also be celebrating by highlighting senior acceptances and/or scholarships, making announcements or planning a lunch event promoting post-secondary…
Building Bridges #AISDFuture Town Hall
Austin ISD, in collaboration with the city of Austin and Travis County, is hosting a Building Bridges #AISDFuture Town Hall. Join us from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Nov. 5, at the Millennium Youth Entertainment Complex, 1156 Hargrave St.Austin Mayor Steve Adler will be there to welcome everyone.The town hall will focus on the district's Facility Master Plan, with attendees having the…