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AISD: The Pride and Promise of Austin — Student Films
Dear Austin ISD Family, Every AISD school has its own unique character, but we are one family. This sentiment was captured perfectly at the recent film premiere of "AISD: The Pride and Promise of Austin." It is the work of 17 AISD student filmmakers, each with their own perspective, their own lens on the world.
Recipes For Success Session: Blend
Recipes For Success Session: Blend Recipes for Success, hosted by the Austin ISD Parent Engagement Support Office, are sessions to share information about various topics including instructional platforms, health & wellness, resources, and family leadership. Join us on Friday, Jan. 15 via Zoom for a review of how to use and navigate the instructional platform, Blend. Blend is used…
Austin ISD to serve free, healthy meals to local children this summer
This summer, Austin ISD will provide free, healthy meals to all children 18 and younger and enrolled students with disabilities up to 21 years old. The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) is a U.S. Department of Agriculture nutrition program administered in the Lone Star State by the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA). For the children who rely on school meals during the academic year, these…
“High Hopes” for AISD: State of the District
The curtain rose on the 2011 State of the District address at McCallum Arts Center to reveal Superintendent Carstarphen standing in the rain, produced through the wizardry of McCallum theater team members.Holding an umbrella and wearing a rain coat and boots, she welcomed more than 200 guests to the tune, “Singing in the Rain” performed by the McCallum First Edition Choir.
In the Balance: Town Hall Gives Opportunity to Weigh in on AISD's Budget
Austin ISD is in the process of assessing its fiscal forecast and formulating a preliminary budget proposal for the 2018-19 school year. The district, in collaboration with the city of Austin and the Travis County Sheriff's Office, is hosting the Building Bridges Town Hall to get feedback on a multiyear budget stabilization plan.The town hall will focus on the fiscal forecast, with attendees…
Google and iKeep Safe's Digital Literacy Tour
Please join Google, iKeepSafe and guest speaker, Mark Strama of the Texas House of Representatives, when they stop by O.Henry to share best practices for staying safe online, as well as the simple things you can do to ensure your child has a great online experience. Some of the topics to be discussed are cyberbullying, protecting personal information and maintaining positive reputations…
MEDIA ADVISORY AISD Hosts ‘Coco’ Community Screening in Celebration of Día de los Muertos
The Austin ISD community is invited to a celebration of Día de los Muertos, including a screening the film, “Coco,” food and children’s activities. Families are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs and join the festivities. This event will bring together the Metz, Sanchez and Zavala elementary school communities and the greater East Austin neighborhood for a night of family fun. These…
Central Texas Dyslexia Conference
The Central Texas Dyslexia Conference event brings together dyslexia experts, education leaders, teachers, parents and advocates to raise awareness and support for students with dyslexia.This year's theme is "Unlocking the Dyslexic Advantage" and will feature speakers who will not only explain how to help students overcome reading difficulties but also how to identify and develop their strengths.
Maplewood Elementary teacher receives national award for physical education
It’s shaping up to be a good year for one Austin ISD teacher, Maplewood's Rebecca Lambdin-Abraham has been named one of the top physical education instructors in the nation.
Food Allergies & Special Diets
Food Allergies/Special Diets AISD follows the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) guidelines for accommodating children with special needs.