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$2,500 Scholarship Available for FAFSA Social Media Video Contest
It’s never been this exciting to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid form before! Austin ISD, in partnership with the Austin Chamber of Commerce, invites our high school seniors to participate in the 2020-21 FAFSA Social Media Contest. The goal is to encourage FAFSA submissions and help students qualify for college scholarships. High school seniors who participate will…
Austin ISD Celebrates Grand Opening of New Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders
Today, Austin ISD and the Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders celebrated the grand opening of the new modernized campus, built as part of the 2017 Bond Program. Students, staff and community members gathered to officially cut the ribbon on the new building, which has been open for learning since completion in January 2021.
VIRTUAL: Board Information Session
The Austin ISD Board of Trustees will convene virtually for its April 13 Board Information Session Meeting. The Board and AISD administration made the decision to hold the virtual meeting as part of COVID-19 precautions. This includes adherence to the city of Austin and Travis County Public Health Order requiring individuals to remain in place at home or place of residence, with the exception of…
Repurposing Metz Elementary School
Overview Metz Elementary School is a 61,905 square foot school facility constructed in 1993 situated on a 5.79 acre site located in East Austin, bound by Anthony Street, Willow Street, Robert T. Martinez Jr. Street, and Garden Street. Metz closed after the 2019-2020 school year. Its student population is now a part of Sanchez Elementary School, a newly modernized school located at 73 San Marcos…
Opportunities
Get Involved We love our volunteers! Our staff members couldn’t do it without our community’s support. You can make a difference. Go through the Austin Partners in Education website first to start the process! Are you a Mandarin speaker? Our programs often need bilingual volunteers to help run our cultural events or outreach programs. We would love for your support!
Sadler Means YWLA Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with KVUE Meteorologist
KVUE meteorologist Mariel Ruiz said she is passionate about helping young women pursue careers in science, and that’s what led her to talking with students at Sadler Means Young Women’s Leadership Academy on September 24, as part of their Hispanic Heritage Month celebration.
Blazier Intermediate Holds Virtual Grand Opening
Blazier Intermediate School virtually celebrated its new modernization grand opening on Friday, Dec. 4. “This is an exciting milestone for our community,” said Superintendent Stephanie S. Elizalde. “The new Blazier Intermediate site is the culmination of years of hard work and planning by so many. I am so proud of our community and this historic moment for our district and our students.”…
COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic - Covington Middle School
UPDATED TIME: The free COVID-19 (Pfizer) vaccine clinic at Covington Middle School on Friday, Aug. 20 is now 4-7 p.m. We have a free COVID-19 (Pfizer) vaccine opportunity available for our AISD Community, all family members included, 12 years of age and older. This opportunity is being hosted by VAX Together Austin and Walgreens. Appointment preferred, walk-ins welcome.
Austin Ed Fund Grant Program
Austin Ed Fund is offering its Grant Program to support AISD schools. This grant program encourages teacher-led collaborative projects that focus on innovative teaching strategies that enhance learning and support the wellbeing of students, staff, and families.
ABoR Tour of Schools
Join us, Monday, April 29, for an exclusive tour of three Austin ISD schools! Learn more about the programs these schools have to offer and become an expert resource for clients. We will visit Palm Elementary School, Bailey Middle School, and Akins High School from 8:10 a.m.–2 p.m. Lunch will be provided and participants will have the opportunity to meet with principals.