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Dr. Cruz: Remembering Our Fallen Heroes this Memorial Day
Memorial Day is a day of remembrance for those who have died in our nation's service. This year, I hope everyone in our school community—students, staff and families—will take a few moments to reflect on the meaning of the day and to be mindful of the sacrifices that others have made so that we can enjoy the freedoms they protected.
Austin ISD Proud: Three High School Students bring home top awards in Texas Science and Engineering Fair
On March 29-30 more than 4,000 participants, teachers, family members, friends judges, and sponsors gathered on the Texas A&M University campus to attend the state Texas Science and Engineering Fair.
Eastside Memorial/International High Schools Commencement Ceremony
When: 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 3Where: Frank Erwin Center, 1701 Red River St., Austin 78701What: Commencement Ceremony for Eastside Memorial/International High Schools' Class of 2015For complete details on free shuttles, what to bring and more, please visit www.austinisd.org/graduation.
AISD Cancels Classes Feb. 7 Due to Weather
AUSTIN, Texas—Austin ISD has canceled all classes for Friday, Feb. 7 due to weather and road conditions out of concern for the safety of students, staff and families.District offices also will be closed.For the latest weather information, tune in to your local news or visit the National Weather Service.
Blackshear Fine Arts Academy Receives Library Grant
Blackshear Fine Arts Academy received a $3,000 grant from bestselling author James Patterson to support its school library.In addition, Scholastic Reading Club will match each dollar of Patterson’s donation with points teachers can use to acquire books and other materials for their classrooms. Blackshear was chosen from 27,924 applications throughout the U.S.
Austin ISD Launches Energy Leadership Program at 130 Campus Buildings Focused on Energy and Water Conservation
Sustainability efforts are expected to reduce energy and water utility costs by 15 percent across the district. Austin ISD has launched an Energy Leadership Program across the district, which could reduce energy and water utility costs of 15 percent.
Austin ISD’s Pre-K Enrollment Fair scheduled for July 20
Austin ISD is holding a Pre-K Enrollment Fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 20 at Crockett Early College High School, 5601 Manchaca Road. Studies show enrolling early in school helps children get a head start and improves their chances for a successful future. The district offers free Pre-K for eligible 3-and 4-year-olds at campuses throughout the district. Additionally, at more than…
Austin ISD’s Pre-K Enrollment Fair scheduled for July 20
Austin ISD is holding a Pre-K Enrollment Fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 20 at Crockett Early College High School, 5601 Manchaca Road. Studies show enrolling early in school helps children get a head start and improves their chances for a successful future. The district offers free Pre-K for eligible 3-and 4-year-olds at campuses throughout the district. Additionally, at more than…
200 Austin ISD Families Receive Computers
More than 200 AISD families at Houston Elementary school in South Austin received computers. AISD and the City of Austin along with PCs for People helped distribute refurbished desktop computers to students and their families enrolled at Uphaus Early Childhood Center, Houston, Rodriguez, and Widén elementary schools. These schools were chosen based on their proximity to the distribution…
AISD Graduation Week Schedule and Information
Austin ISD will hold 14 high school graduation ceremonies for graduates May 31–June 4.