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Maha Shivaratri
Maha Shivaratri is a celebration of the Hindu God, Lord Shiva and his union to Devi Parvati. This is a significant holiday because Lord Shiva embodies mindfulness and Devi Parvati emboides nature; their union signifies the union of consciousness and energy, which facilitates creation. This day is celebrated through a day long fast, and all night religious observances. Source: Digital, T. N. (2022…
Austin Portfolio Night
Austin Portfolio Night is an opportunity for for high school visual artists wishing to pursue an education in the visual and related arts to meet with representatives from more than 21 colleges accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design.Representatives will be available to review student artwork, discuss their programs and answer questions about professional careers in…
Your Story is Your Strength: Annual Central Texas Dyslexia Conference Provides Support to Educators, Families
The Central Texas Dyslexia Conference, hosted by Austin ISD will be held Oct. 19 to support families, educators, and individuals with dyslexia.
Austin ISD to Close at 3 p.m. Because of Tropical Storm Bill
Austin ISD will close at 3 p.m. today due to weather conditions related to tropical storm Bill. All evening activities and events scheduled for Tuesday, June 16, are canceled. This decision is based on updated information from the National Weather Service.
MEDIA ADVISORY Look Both Ways: AISD, City Promote Safety at 11th Annual Back to School Bash
Austin ISD and the City of Austin will hold a press conference during the Back-to-School Bash to promote safe travels to and from school. The Back to School Bash informs AISD parents and students about district and community resources available to families for a safe and successful start to the new school year. This is an initiative of the AISD Department of Communications and Community…
TAKS Retesting Available In October To Out-Of-School Students
Austin, TX—Texas Assessment of Knowledge & Skills (TAKS) retesters, or students who still need to pass a portion of the Exit Level TAKS tests to earn a high school diploma, may register to participate in the October administration of the TAKS Test being held at campuses throughout the Austin Independent School District (AISD) from Oct. 18 to Oct. 21.
AISD to Provide Free Meals through December/El AISD proporcionará comidas gratuitas hasta diciembre
The Texas Department of Agriculture recently announced an extension of current school meal programs through December 31. This extension allows Austin ISD to continue to provide free meals for any child under 19, or those over the age of 19 who are utilizing special education resources or currently enrolled in school to complete the requirements for a high school diploma from curbside meal sites.
Austin-Area Students K-12 Rally for Pre-Thanksgiving Donation Drive
Austin, Texas – November 19, 2013 – A Legacy of Giving, a local nonprofit that teaches children the value of philanthropy as part of their school curriculum, will hold its fifth annual Day of Service event for participating Austin-area elementary– through– high school students on Tuesday, Nov. 26. Day of Service is the official culmination of a student-led food and clothing drive currently taking…
Austin ISD to Host Census 2020 Ambassador Training
Austin ISD and the National Association of Latino Elected Officials Education Fund will host a Census 2020 Ambassador Training Feb. 15, the second training offered by AISD. The training will equip community members to be Census ambassadors. Once completed, ambassadors will help ensure that everyone in AISD and Central Texas is accurately represented to get federal funding for schools,…
AISD to Provide Free Meals for All Students at 74 Schools
For the 2023-24 school year, AISD will continue to provide free breakfast and lunch for all students at 74 schools through the federally funded Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) program (schools are listed below).