Blazier Elementary's Successful Virtual Book Drive

Blazier Elementary School and Education Austin worked together with First Book to coordinate a Virtual Book Drive to promote literacy. The teachers and administrators at Blazier worked tirelessly to raise more than $1,900 so their 900 students can receive the book "What To Do With a Rebozo?" by Carmen Tafolla. Dr. Tafolla, author of more than 20 books and newly named by San Antonio Mayor Julian…

Frequently Asked Questions

How Can I Become a Member of an AISD Advisory Body? If you are interested in serving on one or more AISD advisory bodies, please complete the Standard Membership Application Form. Application forms will be kept on file for two years. Application forms are provided to the appropriate selection entities as needed. Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee selection for service…

Budget Briefs: Task Force Refocuses, Reviews Guiding Principles

The Budget Stabilization Task Force used its Aug. 29 meeting as a time to refocus on its charge and review guiding principles prior to moving forward with developing its recommendations. The group has reviewed district spending and is beginning to identify strategies to close the budget deficit, following the Board of Trustees' approval of the latest budget that includes a $29 million dip into…

In-district Transfers, Online Registration Now Open / Traslados dentro del distrito, matriculación en línea disponible hoy

Beginning today, Jan. 3, 2020, Austin ISD families may submit requests for in-district transfers for the 2020–21 school year.   Students who are already on an approved transfer do not need to re-apply. Transfers are valid to the highest grade at a student’s school.   All in-district transfer requests submitted Jan. 3–31 will be given equal consideration.    All priority…

AISD State of the District: Superintendent Highlights Strong Student Performance and Financial Stability

Austin, TX—Austin Independent School District Superintendent Meria Carstarphen focused on increased student academic performance and projected financial stability during the third annual State of the District address. More than 200 people attended the address at the new McCallum Arts Center, which was broadcast live on AISD Channel 22 and the district's website.

Repurposing Anita Ferrales Coy Facility

Overview The Anita Ferrales Coy Facility, formerly known as the John T. Allan Facility, is situated on an almost 18-acre site in East Austin. Learn more about the history of the site.

Celebrating National School Breakfast Week and Encouraging More Students to Begin their Day with a Healthy Breakfast 

According to the latest data from the Food Research & Action Center (FRAC), moving school breakfast to after the bell is one of the most effective strategies to ensure children have access to a nutritious breakfast.   Research shows that eating breakfast at school improves academic performance, health, and behavior. That’s why Austin ISD is…

Austin ISD Celebrates National School Breakfast Week and Encourages More Students to Begin their Day with a Healthy Breakfast 

Norman Groundbreaking Ceremony

  You're invited! Please join Austin ISD and Norman Elementary School for a groundbreaking. Followed by a design development and construction meeting.

Support Doss Elementary in the Follett Challenge

You can support innovation at Austin ISD by voting for Doss Elementary School in the Follett Challenge.