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AISD Board of Trustees Votes on Final Annual Academic and Facilities Recommendations
Austin, TX—Austin Independent School District Board of Trustees voted to approve five Annual Academic and Facilities Recommendations, including expanding dual language immersion programs, addressing overcrowding in north central elementary schools and creating an in-district charter to strengthen graduation pathways.Below are the Annual Academic and Facilities Recommendations that were approved…
AISD Superintendent Delivers State of the District Address
AUSTIN, Texas—Today Superintendent Meria Carstarphen released a 30-minute "movie" presenting the annual report on the district’s goals, achievements and challenges. The film provides data and information on the state of the school district and reports on the performance scorecard as seen through the lens of staff and students, including some guest presentations.
Carmyn Neely: Success as a Single-Sex School
Moving from elementary school to middle school, or from middle school to high school, was once a simple process. A counselor, principal, or teacher informed the student which school she would attend when summer ended. And the parents got their daughter (or son) to the right school on a specified day at the end of August. No choices.No decisions.
Austin ISD Students Performed Best in Math and Science on the New STAAR Test and Make Gains on the Grade 11 TAKS Math and Science Tests
Austin, TX—The Texas Education Agency released preliminary results from the new State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness (STAAR) and Austin Independent School District students fared the best in math and science.STAAR End-of-Course (EOC) exams replaced the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills for 9th grade students and for middle school students enrolled in high school EOC classes.…
Barton Hills Elementary School
Situated on a hillside next to Barton Creek, Barton Hills Elementary is a warm, student-centered community offering academic excellence for kindergarten through 5th grade. Our family and community involvement and support enhances the quality of education at Barton Hills, which offers strong…
Zilker Elementary School
Zilker Elementary offers students a balance of educational experiences, extending beyond strong academics to arts enrichment on and off campus, environmental education and social and emotional learning. An active, involved PTA reflects the collaboration between home and school to support student…
Bryker Woods Elementary School
Nestled in the heart of Central Austin, Bryker Woods Elementary offers a student-centered approach to learning that values critical thinking, embraces diversity, and fosters inquisitive minds and compassionate hearts. Through inquiry-based learning, our students develop conceptual understanding,…
Gullett Elementary School
Gullett Elementary is known for high academic standards. Gullet's unique community offers students opportunities to learn about animals, gardening, sustainability, and service to others. Gullet provides students leadership opportunities, inclusive practices, and a focus on social and emotional…
Rodriguez Elementary School
Rodriguez Elementary School is located in Southeast Austin, where committed staff and involved families work together to support the academic, social, and emotional needs of all students. The school is part of the Creative Learning Initiative, and fine arts are incorporated throughout the…