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An Update on Special Education (En español)
An Update on Special Education
2012 Latino Academic Achievement Awards
AISD will honor outstanding Latino students in sixth through 12th grade and community members at the 2012 Latino Academic Achievement Awards.Join us as we recognize more than 120 students in such areas as Outstanding Progress in the ESL Program, Appreciation of Culture and Language, Outstanding Community Service Volunteer and Young Latino Leader. The district requested nominations from the…
Dyslexia Services
Risk Factors and Characteristics of Dyslexia Dyslexia is a brain-based learning disability that makes learning to read, write, and/or spell difficult despite adequate instruction and intelligence.
Austin ISD Graduation Rates Increase for Third Year
Austin, TX— Graduation rates for Austin Independent School District's class of 2011 have increased to 80 percent, according to the Texas Education Agency's recently released report on graduation and completion rates."I am proud of our students, teachers and principals, who are working hard to continue to raise graduation rates for all students and remain committed to our goals," AISD…
Maplewood Elementary School Unveils Peace Sculpture to Celebrate 65 Years
Austin ISD's Maplewood Elementary is celebrating its 65th anniversary year with an unveiling of a new piece of public art symbolizing peace.
Anderson High School Celebrates the Class of 2019
Families and friends gathered at the Frank Erwin Center today to celebrate the successes of L. C. Anderson High School's graduating seniors. Principal Sammi Harrison opened the ceremony by welcoming everyone and congratulating the Class of 2019. She then introduced the award-winning Anderson choir, which performed "The Road Home." Superintendent Paul Cruz congratulated the 514 …
It's Time to Celebrate: Superintendent Surprises AISD Teachers of the Year
Superintendent Paul Cruz surprised four teachers in their classrooms today to announce their selection as Austin ISD's 2017 Teachers of the Year for elementary and secondary schools. Being selected as a Teacher of the Year is one of the highest honors the district bestows on AISD teachers. The Texas Teacher of the Year Program, which is facilitated by the Texas Association of…
Summer Vision 2020: Edition 2, June 11 / Visión del Verano de 2020: Edición 2, 11 de junio
(El español está disponible abajo) Need to Know: Blended Learning Approach Numerous models and potential approaches for fall 2020 are being studied by the Austin ISD task force charged with examining options for reopening. After extensive review, the task force is now looking primarily at models that use a blended learning approach. This means the school year, scheduled to begin Aug. 18, will…
Your Story is Your Strength: Annual Central Texas Dyslexia Conference Provides Support to Educators, Families
The Central Texas Dyslexia Conference, hosted by Austin ISD will be held Oct. 19 to support families, educators, and individuals with dyslexia.
Title I Annual Parent & Family Consultation / Título I Consulta Anual Para Padres y Familia
Join us virtually for a review of the Title I federal program for this year. All parents from Austin ISD Title I schools are invited to participate in one of the scheduled meetings listed below. Thursday, May 28, Noon–1 p.m. Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/97170265805 Join by Phone: +1 346 248 7799 Meeting ID: 971 7026 5805