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U.S Army "Blackhawk" Helicopter visits James Bowie High School
James Bowie High School students and faculty will have the unique opportunity to see a U.S. Army UH-60 "Blackhawk" helicopter land and take off from the athletic fields at 9 a.m. on Dec. 2. The event was coordinated between the district and school officials, Bowie's Air Force Junior ROTC program and the Texas Army National Guard. Some classes will have the chance to tour the helicopter and talk…
Celebrating 2024-25 Volunteers of the Year
April is Volunteer Appreciation Month, and we’re #AISDProud to recognize the Austin ISD 2024-25 Volunteers of the Year. We know public schools could not work without the people from the community who step up to do what’s needed, and this is our chance to salute the best of an indispensable bunch. Every year, each campus picks one or two Volunteers and Mentors who have given…
Inaugural Mueller Juneteenth Celebration
The Mueller Neighborhood Association is hosting its inaugural Juneteenth celebration on Saturday, June 7, from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Branch Park Pavilion (2006 Philomena Street, Austin, TX 78723). This immersive event will highlight Black-owned businesses, historical education, and interactive activities.
Buford the Book Bus visits Reagan Early College High School
Free books! The Austin ISD School Libraries Buford the Book Bus is giving out free books this summer! Join us to get your free books, participate in a fun activity, and learn how to access and download AISD digital resources and e-books. We’ll have books for all levels (toddlers through young adult) in English and Spanish. Buford says, "Stop the Summer Slide by reading all summer!"…
Buford the Book Bus visits Lanier Early College High School
Free books! The Austin ISD School Libraries Buford the Book Bus is giving out free books this summer! Join us to get your free books, participate in a fun activity, and learn how to access and download AISD digital resources and e-books. We’ll have books for all levels (toddlers through young adult) in English and Spanish. Buford says, "Stop the Summer Slide by reading all summer!"…
Austin ISD Message Regarding School Safety
Dear Austin ISD Families, Our thoughts are with those affected by last week’s incident in Florida. Please know that the safety and security of our students and staff remain our highest priority in AISD. Members of the AISD Police Department and Emergency Management team have met with principals from all of our campuses to reinforce safety and security procedures at district campuses and…
Austin Animal Center visits Health Science Students at Eastside
Kimberly Hart, the Outreach and Education Program Manager for the Austin Animal Center recently visited students enrolled in the Principles of Health Science courses at Eastside Memorial High School. Hart provided students with information about preparation to work in public health and community health, while also explaining the services and resources provided by the Austin Animal Center. Many…
Children’s Author Yuyi Morales to Visit Mathews Elementary School
AUSTIN, TEXAS—Austin ISD welcomes Yuyi Morales children’s book author and illustrator to Mathews Elementary School for a reading of her new book, “Niño Wrestles the World.” What: Reading with Mexican-American author Yuyi Morales, featuring remarks by AISD Chief Academic Officer Pauline Dow
MEDIA ADVISORY: National Geographic Explorer Visits AISD Schools
AUSTIN, Texas—Today, AISD students and teachers will learn about geothermal energy from Andrés Ruzo, a geoscientist and National Geographic Young Explorers grantee.
Refugee & Immigrant Services
The International Welcome Center The International Welcome Center serves as a resource hub for newly arrived students and their families enrolled in Austin ISD. For newly arrived students, we support two main groups: (1) refugee and asylum students and their families and (2) newcomer students and their families.