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Lamar Middle School Jazz Factory to Perform at International Music Conference
The Lamar Middle School Jazz Factory is one of 40 ensembles in the world invited to perform at the 69th Annual Midwest International Band and Orchestra Clinic in Chicago this December. "We are so excited to showcase Lamar's jazz program and our talented student musicians to composers, directors and other performers who come to the Midwest Clinic from around the world," said Lamar Middle…
AISD Holds Student Teacher Social Event at Bouldin Acres
Austin ISD is getting creative in seeking teacher talent and recruiting top teachers into classrooms. On Tuesday, the human capital team held a student teacher social event at Bouldin Acres restaurant to meet with current student teachers for the 2021-22 school year and provide a social opportunity to build community and a connection among other student teachers.
MEDIA ADVISORY: Bedichek Middle School Students Attempt World’s Record for Water Balloon Toss Oct. 11
Austin, Texas—An estimated 600 students at Bedichek Middle School are attempting the World's Record for the largest, single-venue water balloon toss to beat the current record of 432 participants. The attempt has been approved by Guinness World Records and Judge Susan Steeg, Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3, will be on hand to serve as an independent witness of the event.When: 2 p.m. Friday…
Austin ISD: That's a great choice
Austin ISD is joining school districts throughout the country to celebrate National School Choice Week. With 130 schools, AISD has a breadth of educational choices offered nowhere else in Central Texas, with unique and innovative programming supporting 83,000 students. Early College High School, dual language, Pre–K and fine arts are just a few of those choices.
Austin ISD Dual Language Educator Johnston Wins Regional Teaching Honor (en Español)
Austin ISD fifth-grade teacher Kari Johnston is the Region XIII Elementary Teacher of the Year after being recognized for her work at Perez Elementary where she has worked as a dual language educator for the last 4.5 years.
AISD Transportation Department Named Among Best 100 in North America
AISD Transportation Department was recognized among the top 100 School Districts Fleets of North America in April 2014 by School Bus Fleet Magazine.
Graduate Highlight: Austin Tharp makes the grade at Northeast
Balancing classroom and on-court performance can sometimes be challenging, but Northeast Early College High School senior Austin Tharp encompasses what a student-athlete is all about. Austin is a two-year varsity basketball player, has run cross country, played catcher for the baseball team, and volunteered as an athletic trainer. While serving in the Northeast student council, he earned honors…
Crockett High School Hosts Entrepreneur Roundtable
This Wednesday, students at Crockett High School will have special access to area experts at the school’s entrepreneur roundtable. Representatives from Bazaarvoice and Austin Modern Homes will be among those answering questions about the traits, skills and experiences that are important to entrepreneurship.
Crockett High School Hosts Entrepreneur Roundtable
This Wednesday, students at Crockett High School will have special access to area experts at the school’s entrepreneur roundtable. Representatives from Bazaarvoice and Austin Modern Homes will be among those answering questions about the traits, skills and experiences that are important to entrepreneurship.
Students, Volunteers Shine at Latino Academic Achievement Awards
Austin ISD saluted high achievers and dedicated volunteers at the Latino Academic Achievement Awards on May 6 at the AISD Performing Arts Center.In addition to showcasing the academic excellence of Latino students from throughout the district, the ceremony honored community leaders in a trio of categories.Mona Gonzales took home the Community Service Award for her founding and leadership of…