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Bo Eason Performs "Runt of the Litter" at Austin High School
The Austin High School Theater Department will host former Houston Oilers safety Bo Eason as he performs his one-man play Runt of the Litter. Runt of the Litter is a semi-autobiographical one-man performance, written and starred in by Eason, about two brothers striving for success in the world of professional football. The performance has been heralded as having broad appeal for sports…
AISD Holds 2017 Graduation Ceremonies May 30–June 3
Austin ISD will hold 14 high school graduation ceremonies for graduates May 30–June 3.All but one of the ceremonies will be held at the Frank Erwin Center, 1701 Red River St. The Rosedale School will hold its ceremony at its campus.Ceremonies held at the Frank Erwin Center will be webcast live on the district's website.The schedule for the ceremonies is:Tuesday, May 302 p.m. Rosedale…
Media Advisory: News Media Access to Schools Limited During STAAR and TAKS Examinations July 7-10
AUSTIN, Texas—In July, Austin ISD students are scheduled to take the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness and Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills.To reduce distractions and help students focus on their tests, the news media's access to AISD campuses will be limited July 7-10.As has been the practice on test days in the past, the district will continue to limit…
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…
'American Teacher: Heroes in the Classroom' Features Cunningham Educator
AISD’s Emily E. Smith is one of 50 teachers featured in Random House and Welcome Books’ “American Teacher: Heroes in the Classroom."The publishers joined forces to interview thousands of educators in every state during the past three years, which culminated in a book about 50 teachers who are changing education.
Open for Learning Newsletter: Post winter break, survey and more! /Boletín informativo Abierto para el aprendizaje: Luego de las vacaciones de invierno, la encuesta ¡y más!
We are proactively working with Austin Public Health on how the district will proceed in the event Austin moves into Stage 5 of its risk-based guidelines. If that were to happen, Austin ISD would consult with public health officials to determine the next steps.
Prekindergarten
The Future Begins Today—In Pre-K Starting early in school helps children get a head start and greatly improves their chances for success in life. From the littlest learners to college-bound graduates, Austin ISD offers a world of opportunities—including arts, athletics, health sciences and robotics—to help all students achieve their greatest potential.
Murchison Middle School Groundbreaking
On May 21, the Murchison Matadors Community gathered to celebrate the groundbreaking of the new Murchison Middle School as the modernization moves into the construction phase. Murchison MS is one of the campuses receiving a full modernization as part of the 2017 AISD Bond Program. The school will undergo Phase 1 of the full modernization, including a sixth-grade addition, library…
ELLAC Meeting
The English Language Learner Advisory Committee advises the Board of Trustees about English Language Learners and meets the first Tuesday of each month.Meetings are held at Sánchez Elementary School, 73 San Marcos St.Light refreshments and child care are provided.For more information, please visit the ELLAC website.
All Austin ISD classes are canceled tomorrow, Dec. 8
To ensure the safety of all students and staff, all Austin ISD classes are canceled tomorrow, Dec. 8.The National Weather Service predicts that freezing temperatures will remain in the area through 9 a.m. There is also the expectation of the formation of black ice on some roads tonight and during the morning commute.Because of this, a two-hour delay would not be enough time to safely…