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VICTORY Program Receives iPads and Androids
Students participating in the VICTORY Tutorial Program will get an added boost to their studies. The program offers free tutoring to students in grades first through 12 at designated branches of the Austin Public Library, and students are matched on a 1:1 basis with volunteers from the greater Austin community.
AISD Earns Highest Award for Financial Transparency
The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts has awarded the Austin Independent School District the 2011 GOLD Leadership Circle Award for budget transparency for the second year in a row. The Gold Leadership Circle Award is presented to cities, counties and school districts which meet the highest standard for financial transparency online. “Gold” highlights those entities that are setting the bar…
Carmyn Neely: Success as a Single-Sex School
Moving from elementary school to middle school, or from middle school to high school, was once a simple process. A counselor, principal, or teacher informed the student which school she would attend when summer ended. And the parents got their daughter (or son) to the right school on a specified day at the end of August. No choices.No decisions.
MEDIA ADVISORY: #AISDProud Moving Into New School Year
Austin ISD Superintendent Paul Cruz will kick off the new year while visiting students and staff at 16 campuses Aug. 21 and 22.Campus visits will highlight back-to-school events and programs throughout AISD, including the tie-tying ceremony at the Gus Garcia Young Men's Leadership Academy, solar eclipse viewing and the distribution of Chromebooks for LBJ Early College High School students.The…
Three Names Submitted to AISD Board for Consideration in Renaming of Robert E. Lee Elementary School
Robert E. Lee Elementary School’s Campus Advisory Council has recommended three names to Austin ISD trustees for consideration for the renaming of the school. The names are, in order of preference: Russell Lee, Bettie Mann and Wheeler’s Grove.In a report submitted to the school board, the CAC stated the following:
AISD Offers Pre-K at 67 Schools; Register Today
Starting early in school helps children get a head start in their education—and in life.From the littlest learners to college-bound graduates, Austin ISD offers a world of opportunities—including arts, athletics, health sciences and robotics—to help all students achieve their greatest potential.AISD offers a challenging and nurturing environment to help children discover and develop the full…
Education Austin Hosts Citizenship Drive
Education Austin—in collaboration with the Consulate General of Mexico in Austin, the Equal Justice Center, NALEO Educational Fund and Univision Austin—is hosting a citizenship drive from 9 a.m.–2 p.m. April 2 at Allan Elementary School, 4900 Gonzales St.The workshop will provide a variety of services including assistance completing N-400 citizenship applications, passport photograph sessions and…
Austin ISD Co-Hosts Family Symposium
Austin, TX— The Austin Independent School District (AISD) is pleased to partner with Family Life International Fellowship to host "Family Symposium" on Saturday, November 12 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., at Greater Calvary Bible Church. The event is aimed at helping children succeed in school and prepare for college. Austin ISD Board of Trustee member Cheryl Bradley and Superintendent Meria…
Austin ISD Offers Free Meals to All Children During Summer
Children need nutritious meals to learn, grow and thrive—even when school is not in session. Through the Summer Food Service Program, Austin ISD will continue to serve free breakfast and lunch to local youth ages 18 and younger, regardless of economic status or whether the child attends AISD. And new this year, Capital Metro is offering free bus rides to all K–12 students, giving children a…
Lanier High School to Host Special College Night With Guest Speaker Vince Young
Austin ISD’s Lanier High School will celebrate College Night with a special event presented by Austin Police Department’s Leaders in Knowledge and Support (LinKS).Who: Guest speakers will deliver inspirational messages to students about attending college:Vince Young, six-season NFL player and former University of Texas at Austin quarterback;and former Lanier High School Principal Patrick…