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Current, Prospective Students Invited to AISD Middle School Fair on Dec. 3
Austin ISD invites current and future middle school students and their families to a middle school fair to introduce them to the diverse and innovative programming offered at AISD middle schools. The event gives students and families a single space to explore the many programs offered at AISD’s middle school campuses. It also allows families to speak with campus representatives, who can…
Austin ISD Bullying & Harassment Policy
A safe and civil environment is needed for students to learn and attain high academic standards and to promote healthy human relationships. The purpose of the Austin Independent School District’s policy on bullying is to assist the district in its goal of preventing and responding to acts of bullying, intimidation, violence, and other similar disruptive behavior. An act of bullying, by either an…
Video: Demonstration Classroom Teachers in Action
The Department of Professional Development is excited to introduce you to our 2013-2014 Demonstration Classroom Teachers. Demonstration Classroom Teachers (DCTs) are AISD educators who provide an exemplar resource for instructional practices in our district. These embedded professional development models utilize the expertise of classroom teachers who demonstrate consistent, effective…
Sánchez Elementary School
Sánchez Elementary School is close to downtown on Austin's east side. Built in 1976, the campus boasts murals by Raul Valdez depicting the school?s Hispanic history and heritage. Sánchez was one of the district's first to introduce two-way dual language education- fitting because the school's…
Bedichek Middle School
Bedichek Middle School supports and encourages learning at all levels with its academic approach and extensive programming. Academic programs include a National Demonstration AVID college readiness program, Einstein
Cook Elementary School
Cook Elementary, a neighborhood school located in North-Central Austin, is rich in cultural and ethnic diversity. Our school climate is best described by the school motto: ?Learning, Sharing, Teaching, Caring. The outstanding faculty is committed to a unity of purpose focused on student success.…
Wooten Elementary School
Wooten Elementary provides a nurturing and safe environment that fosters the development of responsible, caring students who are critical thinkers and lifelong learners. Wooten is one of the district's original two-way dual language pilot schools and all educational programs are coordinated to…
Travis Heights Hosts Press Conference on In-District Charter Application
Austin, TX—Travis Heights Elementary School, 2010 Alameda Drive, will host a press conference on at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 8 to discuss the school’s decision to submit an application to become the first campus-based, in-district charter in the district’s history. If accepted, the change could alter the landscape of public education in Austin.
Letter from Superintendent Paul Cruz: Resources for the Austin ISD Community
Dear Austin ISD Community, At Austin ISD, we are committed to the emotional and physical safety and well-being of all our students, families, teachers and staff. We know our schools are safe, welcoming spaces and we value our diversity. Please know that every day, we strive to ensure we are creating positive learning environments for all of our students.
Hispanic Heritage Month profile: Montserrat Garibay (en Español)
This is the second in a monthlong profile series spotlighting Hispanic heroes and path breakers who have influenced Austin ISD in some way By Paul Stinson As Austin ISD continues its celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we profile Montserrat Garibay, a bilingual pre-K teacher turned education, immigration, and labor rights activist.