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AISD Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday
AUSTIN, Texas—The Austin Independent School District will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday, Wednesday, Nov. 26, through Friday, Nov. 28.All AISD offices and schools will be closed during this period. The district will resume regular business hours Monday, Dec. 1.For information about upcoming AISD holidays and events, please visit the district's calendar at www.austinisd.org/…
AISD Closed for Memorial Day Holiday
Austin, TX—The Austin Independent School District will be closed for the Memorial Day holiday Monday, May 26.All AISD offices and schools will be closed. The district will resume regular business hours Tuesday, May 27.For information about upcoming AISD holidays and events, please visit the district's calendar at www.austinisd.org/calendar.For more information, please contact the…
They Did it Again: Ann Richards School Media Tech Program Wins UIL State Championship in Traditional Animation
When the UIL Young Filmmakers Festival was held recently at the Paramount Theater, three films from Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders made it to the state finals.Willow Daleheit earned the state championship in Division 2 for traditional animation for her film, "Sunflowers."This is the second year in a row that Ann Richards students have won the state championship in this category.
They Did it Again: Ann Richards School Media Tech Program Wins UIL State Championship in Traditional Animation
When the UIL Young Filmmakers Festival was held recently at the Paramount Theater, three films from Ann Richards School for
On the Same Page: AISD Celebrates National Read for the Record Day
Austin ISD schools are participating in this year’s National Read for the Record day by inviting special guests to read this year’s book, “The Bear Ate Your Sandwich,” by Julia Sarcone-Roach.Who: Superintendent Paul Cruz will be reading to kindergarteners.Where: Cowan Elementary School, 2817 Kentish DriveWhen: 8:30–9 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 27
MEDIA ADVISORY: McCallum Designated Grammy Signature School
The Grammy Foundation announced March 10 that Austin ISD’s McCallum High School was awarded the top designation of National Grammy Signature School, the only school in the nation to receive this designation. In addition to receiving the honors, the school will receive a $5,000 grant.What: McCallum High School will celebrate their designationWhen: 7 p.m. Thursday, May 7
Superintendent: "I Have a Dream" Speech Still Resonates 50 Years After March on Washington
Today is the 50th anniversary of Dr. King’s “I Have a Dream” speech, which he delivered on August 28, 1963 to more than 200,000 civil rights supporters from the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. The speech is considered one of the most powerful of the 20th Century and marked a defining moment in the civil rights movement.
AISD Invites Community to Help Name New Facilities
Austin, Texas—The Austin Independent School District invites the community to help name new facilities and facility extensions. The Board of Trustees is currently taking nominations for the Southeast Bus Terminal and the North Central Elementary School #1.The nomination process will close on Feb. 8 at midnight. The school board is scheduled to take action in March.To learn more about…
2015–20 Strategic Plan Community Meeting
The Austin ISD Board of Trustees has developed a framework for a new strategic plan, including the district's vision, mission, core beliefs and strategic goals.During the next two weeks, all Austin ISD stakeholders are invited to participate in community discussions to expand on this foundation and to identify the priorities of the district.The first meeting will be6–8 p.m. Nov. 6 at Ann…
2015–20 Strategic Plan Community Meeting
The Austin ISD Board of Trustees has developed a framework for a new strategic plan, including the district's vision, mission, core beliefs and strategic goals.During the next two weeks, all Austin ISD stakeholders are invited to participate in community discussions to expand on this foundation and to identify the priorities of the district.The first meeting will be6–8 p.m. Nov. 5 at Baker…