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Ganesha Chathurthi
Ganesha Chathurthi, also called Vinayaka Chaturthi is a 10 day festival that celebrates the birth of Ganesha, the Hindu God of prosperity and wisdom. This festival is celebrated through ritual prayer, offerings, and food. Source: Britannica, T. Editors of Encyclopaedia (2021, September 9). Ganesh Chaturthi. Encyclopedia Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/topic/Ganesh-Chaturthi
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
Cultural Uni-tea: AISD Hosts 26 Uruguayan Teachers
Last week was one week of firsts for the 26 teachers visiting Austin ISD from Uruguay.Two who were visiting Pillow Elementary School said that, for the first time, they had flown in a plane, eaten tacos and drunk Dr Pepper.Each teacher in the two-week program stays with a host—an AISD teacher who volunteers to show them what Austin living is like, both at home and at work.
Feria Para Aprender
Where: North Austin Events Center, 10601 North LamarWhat: The largest Spanish-language education fair in Central Texas reaches more than 12,000 parents and students. This fair provides the opportunity to connect with hundreds of programs and services that support a child's academic success.There will be park & ride shuttles from Dobie Middle School (1200 E. Rundberg Ln) & Lanier High…
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
Austin Public Schools Ranked Third Best in the Nation
A recent report, “10 Best Cities To Use Public Schools,” has ranked Austin public schools as the third best in the U.S., with LASA listed as the best magnet high school in the Austin area.The report's rankings are based on data from several key areas, noting, "All aspects of Austin’s schools are above the national average."That data included:
REMINDER: Mass Testing Friday, Feb. 26 / RECORDATORIO: Administración masiva de pruebas el viernes, 26 de feb.
Please remember to sign up for a time slot at the rapid, mass COVID-19 testing event on this Friday, February 26 between 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tests are FREE for AISD students and staff and administered via drive-thru. This mass testing event is available to ALL Austin ISD students and staff, which includes those who learn and work in-person and remotely. Locations
Equity Advisory Committee (EAC) Meeting
Special Session: Equity Assessment - Virtual Meeting from 5:30-6:30 pm
AISD to Provide Free Meals for All Students at 77 Schools (En español)
For the 2024-25 school year, Austin ISD will provide free breakfast and lunch for all students at 77 schools through the federally funded Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) program (schools are listed below). The CEP program is a federally funded meal service option for schools in low-income areas that allows districts to serve free meals to all enrolled students without any application or…
AISD Classified Job Fair
Austin ISD Human Resources will host a job fair for various classified positions from 8:30 a.m. to noon June 14 at the Delco Center. Positions to be filled include bus drivers, food service manager trainees, substitute food production specialists and service center positions including: