Site Search
Pre-K: All the Way
Parents and guardians of prekindergarten students are invited to visit an Austin ISD Pre-K and register their 3- and 4-year-olds Aug. 10 at schools throughout the district.Prekindergarten programs encourage discovery, and increase oral language and vocabulary development, as well as critical thinking skills. It is an excellent start to a child's academic career, which continues to enrich their…
AISD Accepting Applications for Qualified Substitute Teachers
The Austin Independent School District is seeking quality candidates to be substitute teachers for the 2012-13 school year. Texas educators certified in the areas of math, science, social studies, English language arts, bilingual education and special education are in high need. Non-certified candidates with experience working as teaching assistants, in clerical positions or in special education…
Austin ISD Hosts "Latino Academic Achievement Awards"
Austin, TX—Austin Independent School District will honor outstanding Latino students in sixth through 12th grade and community members during the Latino Academic Achievement Awards. AISD will 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…
Parents, Administrators Discuss Historical Inequities
By Jack Orloff On Thursday, parents from Eastside ECHS and Garza Independence High School pressed school administrators around equity and other topics as part of the ongoing Conversations with the District series. The events were part of a series of conversations designed to build relationships and foster dialogue between district leadership, AISD staff and community members about essential…
Austin ISD to Host Early College High School Open House Day
Austin ISD Early College High Schools will welcome families of prospective high school students to Early College High School Open House Day. Akins, Crockett, Eastside Memorial, LBJ, Navarro, Northeast and Travis early college high schools will open their doors 9 a.m.- noon Jan. 25 offering campus tours, student performances and demonstrations, and an opportunity to meet staff.
Public Hearing on Annual Report at Board Meeting
The Austin ISD Board of Trustees welcomes public feedback on the district’s 2013-14 Annual Report, which includes the Texas Academic Performance Report, PEIMS Financial Standard Reports, campus performance objectives, a report of violent or criminal incidents, and information received from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. The annual report is also available at online.
AISD Offers Tuition-Free Korean After School Program - Register Today!
Introduction to Korea is an After school enrichment program offered from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., Wednesdays at Travis High School, 1211 E. Oltorf. The program provides AISD students with rich opportunities to explore a new language, culture and learn basic korean literacy and conversational skills through culture-rich games and songs. Healthy snacks will be provided. The programs'…
MEDIA ADVISORY: State Rep. Naishtat Commemorates Bryker Woods’ 75th Anniversary with House Resolution
State Rep. Elliott Naishtat will present a House Resolution commemorating Bryker Woods Elementary School’s 75th anniversary. Who: Rep. Elliott NaishtatWhat: The gallery will be open for visitors during House Resolution 2789.When: 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 27
Austin ISD AP Test Scores remain consistent despite COVID disruption
The recent release of Advance Placement testing scores revealed that despite COVID-19 disruptions, Austin ISD students passed their AP exams at a similar rate to the last two years. The Advanced Placement program is offered in all Austin ISD high schools and some middle schools. The program consists of college-level courses, and students can take the AP exam at the end of the semester for…
Austin ISD Graduation Rates Reach All-Time High
Graduation rates for the Austin Independent School District have reached an all-time high of 84.1 percent for the Class of 2013, which is a 1.6 percentage point increase from the previous year and nearly a 10 percentage point gain during the past five years, according to the Texas Education Agency's most recent report on graduation and completion rates. Graduation rates increased for every…