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Bowie Journalism Teacher, Michael Reeves, Awarded National High School Journalism Teacher of the Year
Every year the Columbia Scholastic Press Association recognizes Journalism teachers across the country with the Special Recognition Adviser Award. The 2019 National High School Journalism Teacher Awards competition was cosponsored by the Dow Jones News Fund and was given additional support from the Poynter Institute and the Wall Street Journal. The organization gave recognition to a number of…
Community members ask Austin ISD to examine past mistakes before moving forward on bond
The theme struck by community organizers and the Superintendent alike at Monday’s community meeting was reckoning with past mistakes so Austin ISD could move forward. “This is about giving the community the space to tell us how we’ve eroded trust in the past, and how we can earn it back,” Superintendent Stephanie Elizalde said. “We want you — our community — to not just hear that this time is…
Lawmakers vote to fund virtual learning programs (En español)
Austin ISD may soon recoup some of the funding that went toward operating its virtual learning program for students in kindergarten through sixth grade.
Statement in support of our Asian American and Pacific Islander communities / Declaración en apoyo a nuestras comunidades asiáticoamericana y de las islas del Pacífico
Dear Austin ISD families, We know that for our families and staff, the news of senseless and terrible shootings in Georgia has cast a long and dark shadow. Our thoughts, grief and sympathy go out to the victims, their families, and the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities.
AISD Open for Learning Newsletter: Travis County cases, daily dashboard updates and more! / Boletín informativo del AISD Abierto para el aprendizaje: casos en el condado de Travis, actualizaciones diarias de la página principal ¡y más!
Thank you Austin ISD for your diligence following the health and safety measures necessary to keep our communities safe. / Gracias, Austin ISD, por tu diligencia en seguir las medidas de salud y seguridad necesarias para mantener seguras a nuestras comunidades.
Metz Elementary Teacher Named 2011 Teacher of the Year
Metz Elementary School Teacher Caroline Sweet was named Austin's 2011 Teacher of the Year at the 16th Annual Austin Partners in Education 'Salute' to Educators Reception Wednesday.
Remember to bring bottled water to school Monday (En Español)
We’re asking Austin ISD students and staff to bring bottles of cooled, boiled water to school Monday as the city is under a boil water notice.
Remembering Sandy Hook: Keeping our Schools Secure Every Day
Dear AISD Community,Tomorrow, communities throughout the country will commemorate the one-year anniversary of the tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School. Earlier this week, community members in Newtown, Conn. launched an online memorial, which features a simple and poignant design: a heart created from the first names of the 26 victims.
Board of Trustees Approves Two Additional Paid Days Off for Campus Staff (En Español)
Our Board of Trustees approved adding two extra paid days off for teachers and other campus-based staff this spring.
Student Voices: Senior Shares Journey to Ivy League
by Sonny StephensAustin High School, Maroon NewsGrowing up, I had big dreams: Become an engineer. Become a movie star. Become the president. You name it.I always wanted to be the best at whatever I did. And, as an only child, I have been naturally well-receptive to praise.