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Travis ECHS senior finds his passion through computer science (En Español)
Austin ISD continues a month of celebrating the graduating Class of 2023 with a profile of Travis Early College High School senior Samyog Budha Magar, who is proud of his Nepalese roots. Curiosity about the world of video games and computer programming is what caught the imagination of Sam, a senior at Travis Early College High School.
36 AISD Elementary Teachers Receive K-3 Target Classroom Grants
For the first time ever, 36 K-3 teachers in 23 elementary schools of the Austin Independent School District have been awarded Target Literacy Classroom Grants, ranging from $500 to $3,500 per classroom. Target grants support classroom projects to accelerate the development of K-3 literacy skills. Funds can be used to purchase books, software, materials for professional development, and other…
Author Visit: Sonia Nazario (Spanish)
What: The Department of English Language Learners presents Sonia Nazario, author of Enrique's Journey. The presentation will bring awareness of culturally relevant literary resources to the AISD community and bring attention to a sensitive and timely topic that is affecting the entire country.Where: Travis High School Auditorium, 1211 E. Oltorf *Spanish presentation and guest panel
AISD Earns High Marks on Nation's Report Card, Ranking at Top of Urban School Districts in Math and Reading
AUSTIN, Texas—AISD students continue to outperform their peers in large urban school districts on the Nation's Report Card, ranking among the top in math and reading--while economically disadvantaged students and English Language Learners outperformed their peers nationally.
Pre-K and Kindergarten English Learner Summer School Registration
Summer school registration for Pre-K and Kindergarten English learner students is March 2–13. English Learner summer school provides opportunities to receive exciting and fun language development experiences to prepare students to be successful in kindergarten and first grade. Application forms will be available from students’ homeroom teacher at each school beginning March 2. For more…
Open for Learning Newsletter: Testing, CDC guidelines and more! / Boletín informativo Abierto para el aprendizaje: Pruebas, recomendaciones de los CDC ¡y más!
Thank you to the thousands of Austin ISD students and staff members who participated in the three days of free rapid COVID-19 testing. / Gracias a los miles de estudiantes y miembros del personal del Austin ISD que participaron en los tres días de las pruebas rápidas gratuitas de COVID-19.
Maestro en Casa Graduation Ceremony
Austin ISD will salute it's Maestro en Casa graduates at 11 a.m. on April 14 at the AISD Performing Arts Center.
Austin ISD Radio Shows Expand to the Small Screen
Austin ISD's radio programs Breaking Down the Barriers and Educa Austin are expanding to television, when AISD Channel 22 begins broadcasting episodes of both shows in April. "We're really excited to take another step forward with our education programming and add video to our wonderful AISD staff-produced radio shows," said Reyne Telles, AISD executive director of communications and…
ELLAC Meeting
What: English Language Learner Advisory CommitteeWhere: Sanchez Elementary School, 73 San Marcos, Austin, TX 78702ELLAC meetings are normally scheduled every first Tuesday of the month, from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm.For more information, please visit the ELLAC website.
AISD Superintendent Delivers State of the District Address
AUSTIN, Texas—Today Superintendent Meria Carstarphen released a 30-minute "movie" presenting the annual report on the district’s goals, achievements and challenges. The film provides data and information on the state of the school district and reports on the performance scorecard as seen through the lens of staff and students, including some guest presentations.