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OfficeMax Surprises 5 AISD Teachers with $1,000 in School Supplies; Educators Honored as part of A Day Made Better Program
Austin, TX—Today, five teachers in the Austin Independent School District received a surprise visit from their school principals and OfficeMax representatives who awarded them $1,000 in classroom supplies. The teachers are among 1,000 educators nationally who were nominated by their principals for OfficeMax's A Day Made Better program, which honors teachers for their extraordinary efforts in the…
Worker shortage resulting in menu changes
Your child’s lunch may be different than what was on the menu because nationwide worker shortages are impacting our kitchens and suppliers. The big picture: If your child gets a meal that’s different from what’s listed on the menu, it’s partly because we’re looking to fill nearly 100 open positions in our kitchens.
Equity Advisory Committee (EAC) Meeting
Hybrid Meeting (Eastside ECHS) 5:30-7:30 pm AISD's Equity Advisory Committee (EAC) will host its monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 17 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. The purpose of the EAC is to provide recommendations and counsel on a wide range of matters related to equitable outcomes in resource allocation, evaluation, policies, and practices. Register via zoom to reserver your invitation…
Equity Advisory Committee (EAC) Meeting
Hybrid Meeting (AISD HQ, TBD) 5:30-7:30 pm AISD's Equity Advisory Committee (EAC) will host its monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 5 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. The purpose of the EAC is to provide recommendations and counsel on a wide range of matters related to equitable outcomes in resource allocation, evaluation, policies, and practices. Register via zoom to reserver your invitation…
Equity Advisory Committee (EAC) Meeting
Hybrid Meeting (AISD HQ, TBD) 5:30-7:30 pm AISD's Equity Advisory Committee (EAC) will host its monthly meeting on Tuesday, March 1 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. The purpose of the EAC is to provide recommendations and counsel on a wide range of matters related to equitable outcomes in resource allocation, evaluation, policies, and practices. Register via zoom to reserver your invitation…
Equity Advisory Committee (EAC) Meeting
Hybrid Meeting (AISD HQ, TBD) 5:30-7:30 pm AISD's Equity Advisory Committee (EAC) will host its monthly meeting on Tuesday, February 1 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. The purpose of the EAC is to provide recommendations and counsel on a wide range of matters related to equitable outcomes in resource allocation, evaluation, policies, and practices. Register via zoom to reserver your invitation…
AISD Classes Continue as Usual Today
Based on the most recent forecast available from the National Weather Service Friday, Jan. 9, classes and activities will operate on a normal schedule. There are multiple, extra-curricular activities scheduled throughout the weekend, so staff will continue to monitor the weather situation tonight and throughout the weekend. Updates will be provided as available.
Passover (first 2 nights)
Passover is an eight-day celebration of the Jewish people being freed from slavery in Egypt; it is a celebration of freedom. The first two nights are of special importance as Jewish families traditionally celebrate at home with special meals and services. Some families may observe work restrictions at the beginning and end of the eight-day span; many families will only eat certain foods. Source:…
Makar Sankranti
Makar Sankranti is a Hindu Harvest Festival that celebrates the end of Winter by welcoming the longer days of the summer season. This festival is also known as Sankranti, which celebrates the Sun God, Lord Surya. This festival is celebrated through family gatherings, ritual bathing, prayers, and food to signify a desire for unity, peace, harmony. Source: Bagwan, Tania. (2022, January 14). History…
Dia de los Reyes Magos (Three Kings Day)
Dia de los Reyes Magos (Three Kings Day) is a day of honoring the three Wise Men who brought gifts to baby Jesus. This day is observed through family gatherings, food, and prayers by the Christian and Latino community. Source: Three Kings Day or Epiphany? What these two holidays celebrate and have in common. (2022, January 6).