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All Austin ISD classes are canceled tomorrow, Jan. 16 / Todas las clases del Austin ISD están canceladas el 16 de enero
To ensure the safety of all our students and staff, all Austin ISD classes and activities are canceled tomorrow, Jan. 16.We will continue to monitor the weather and receive updates from the National Weather Service.For the most up-to-date information, please visit the district's website or follow us on social media.The AISD community is also encouraged to refer to local news and public safety…
Will Davis Elementary Raises Money for Australia Wildfire Relief
Sounds of paper scratching and laughter engulfed the cafeteria at Will Davis Elementary School on Thursday morning as first graders made arts and crafts for a special cause. Before the winter break, first graders at the elementary school learned about the continent of Australia. “We spent a lot of time learning about the animals and culture. The kids started talking about the fires right…
Let’s Talk Question of the Week (En español)
Will all children (vaccinated or not) have mask choice next year without restrictions such as distancing or plexiglass? Answer: Restrictions such as distancing and plexiglass will depend on recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Austin Public Health at that time. We’ll communicate with our families about those procedures and any changes over the summer.
SB 4 again blocked from enforcement (En Español)
Last month we brought you news that Senate Bill 4 was blocked by a federal judge days before the law was set to go into effect.
Help AISD Teacher Win $10,000 for Blast Literacy Program
Oak Hill Elementary School first-grade teacher Renae Hernandez is a top 10 finalist for a $10,000 grant called the Rather Prize, which annually recognizes the best idea for improving Texas education.The grant would go toward materials and teacher training at Oak Hill for a program called Blast Foundations.
AISD Will Follow TEA's Recommendation to Test Algebra 1 Middle School Students Only Once
Austin, Texas—Yesterday, the Texas Education Agency announced the U.S. Department of Education will not grant the state’s waiver request to address the issue of multiple assessments for students taking Algebra I at the middle school level.TEA Commissioner of Education Michael Williams is discouraging local school districts and charters from double-testing middle school students taking Algebra I.…
School Set To Start Aug. 17, District Encourages Vaccinations (En español)
Health officials announced the area is moving into Stage 3 of COVID-19 risk guidelines. This still allows Austin ISD to open in person, as planned, on Aug. 17 and to get ready, we’re launching new FAQs to get our community up to speed.
Child Care Program
The child care programs provide full day care for infants and toddlers of AISD staff and families at many campuses. The programs prioritize AISD staff for enrollment and when space is available the care is offered to other families in the community. Many of the programs offer reduced tuition fees for eligible families. Each program has different hours and tuition fees, please contact the…
LASA Ranked No. 14 Among 25 Best Public High Schools in the U.S.
In a recent survey of public high schools, the Liberal Arts and Science Academy, or LASA, was ranked No. 14 among the top 25 high schools in the nation. School data site Niche ranked high schools based on 27 million reviews from more than 300,000 students and parents. Respondents rated schools for academics, teachers, student culture and diversity as well as resources and…
AISD Will Follow TEA's Recommendation to Test Algebra 1 Middle School Students Only Once
U.S. Department of Education Denies State's Double-testing Waiver RequestYesterday, the Texas Education Agency announced the U.S. Department of Education will not grant the state’s waiver request to address the issue of multiple assessments for students taking Algebra I at the middle school level.