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Phoenix Bound: Meet the Six AISD Students Headed to the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair this May
More than 360 million miles away, Anderson High School students Alex Crisara and Alex “Jahan” Rabii are orbiting Jupiter, sort of. The students themselves are grounded here on planet Earth, but their namesake asteroids are off dancing in the cosmos. The asteroids were named in the boys’ honor after they placed at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) two years ago—an…
Mathews, Travis Host Peace Through Pie Celebrations
This Friday, Travis High School's culinary arts students will join the ranks of other AISD students who are building relationship in their communities by hosting Peace Through Pie celebrations.
AISD is Aiding Harvey Evacuees; Here's How You Can Help
Austin ISD is an integral part of emergency relief for Hurricane Harvey. We currently have evacuees in several locations and will respond to further needs for shelters as we are able.For those concerned about the safety of loved ones affected by the storm, please visit https://safeandwell.communityos.org/cms/index.php.
One Step at a Time: A Graduate’s Story
Most parents dream of the day their child will walk across the stage at graduation. But for Consolacion Gamez, a mother of an LBJ Early College High School student, seeing her son walk across the stage wasn’t something she expected even a month ago.In his junior year, Arturo Gamez—who was diagnosed with leukemia in fifth grade—found out his cancer was back.“I always told myself that if my…
Austin ISD Board Runoff Early Voting Begins Dec. 1; Election Dec. 16
The Austin Independent School District board runoff election will be Dec. 16. The full board consists of nine members. Voters will elect Trustee Single Member Positions 1 and 6 as well as the At-Large Position 9. During the Nov. 4 election, voters re-elected incumbent Robert Schneider to the District 7 seat and selected Julie Cowan as the new District 4 trustee. The Dec. 16 ballot order…
AISD Launches Student-hosted TV Show INSIDE AISD
Austin, TX—This Thursday, the Austin Independent School District is launching INSIDE AISD, an original television series that highlights the district's people and programs.The 15-minute monthly series is hosted by three AISD high school students and is designed to showcase students and staff and promote district events, programs and initiatives.
Perez Elementary School will be Open Monday
Perez Elementary School will be open tomorrow, Monday, Nov. 4. AISD has been working with City of Austin officials, including Austin Energy and the Austin Police Department, to ensure the safety and well-being of students, staff members and families affected by last week’s storms and flooding in Southeast Austin.Principal David Kauffman provided Perez families with an update earlier…
Kiker Teacher One of Six Central Texas Teachers Named Finalists for 2018 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards
Kiker Elementary School teacher Jewellyn Forrest has been named a finalist for the 2018 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards.H-E-B’s Excellence in Education is the largest monetary awards program for educators in Texas, and among the largest in the nation. The educators learned they were finalists this week, when H-E-B representatives visited their classrooms and schools with balloons,…
Anderson Eagle Scout Improves Trail Near Campus for Cross Country Training
Before the 2013-14 school year began, the 122 students who make up the Anderson High School cross country team were already training hard for another successful season—waking up before the sun to work out along the sidewalks surrounding their campus. This year, they have even more ground to cover thanks to the diligence of one team member, junior Morgan Witt.
AISD Welcomes Three New Members to District Leadership Team
Austin ISD welcomes three new team members-Sheila Henry is the new executive director of high schools, Raul Moreno will serve as associate superintendent of middle schools and Ty Davidson is now executive director of middle schools. Sheila Henry--Executive Director of High SchoolsHenry, principal of LBJ Early College High School, was named principal of the year for high schools of AISD in…