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Austin ISD Receives 7,300 CapMetro Bus Passes (En español)
CapMetro is helping to remove the transportation barrier for Austin ISD families by generously donating 7,300 single-day bus passes to Austin families. Why it matters: Transportation to or from school can often be a challenge. While all children ride for free on CapMetro, these passes will help parents ride with their children, get involved on their campus or get where they need to…
Sustainability in Action at Govalle Elementary School
Earlier in April, AISD Urban Forester Matt Mears worked with students to plant seedlings in Govalle Elementary School's new open field. The seedlings came from a beloved tree that was removed from the site due to poor health and safety concerns. “Family tree” takes on a whole new meaning at Govalle as future students play and learn under the shade of this new generation of legacy trees.
Austin ISD Bond creates safe, secure entrances to schools (En español)
Austin ISD built 28 new secure entry vestibules over the summer as part of the 2022 Bond Why it matters: These secure entrances ensure all visitors are checked in and enter through the front office, increasing safety and security on campus. How we got here: The $2.4 billion 2022 Bond from taxpayers funds innovative learning environments through 25 full or phased campus…
Weather Updates-Feb. 12
6:00 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12 —All AISD schools and offices are operating on a normal schedule.2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 11 —AISD is back to normal operations today, Tuesday, Feb. 11. This includes athletic and fine arts events and other activities scheduled for this evening.The district also does not anticipate any changes for tomorrow, Wednesday, Feb. 12. 4:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb…
Mazda Promotes STEM Careers at Bowie and Akins High Schools
On Sept. 16–17, Akins and Bowie high school students learned about science, technology, engineering and math careers from Mazda racecar driver Joel Miller. The driver is among a hand full of racers who is also a mechanical engineer, though Mazda also employs many engineers for a variety of professionals who work closely with the drivers—from those building the cars to those making sure the car…
Assistance League of Austin donates $30K to reduce lunch debt (En español)
To mark the organization’s 50th anniversary, the Assistance League of Austin visited Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders Sept. 13 to present the grant that will help provide healthy meals to students, regardless of account balances.
Salute 2024
Salute is Austin ISD’s annual celebration to recognize some of the district’s outstanding team members for their continued dedication to student excellence and achievement in our schools. The event will be held in person on Wednesday, May 08, beginning at 5:30 pm at the Austin ISD Performing Arts Center, 1500 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Austin, TX 78723 For more information, visit www.austinisd.…
Austin ISD SAT Scores Exceed State, National Averages
Austin ISD's average SAT composite score once again exceeded the state and the national averages. The district has beat the state and national averages on both the SAT and ACT since 2013. "Our students are making great academic strides and making a great name for our district," AISD Superintendent Paul Cruz said.
Weather Updates
10:55 a.m. Friday, Feb. 7 — AISD will return to normal operations after 4:45 p.m. today, Friday, Feb.7.This includes athletic and fine arts events and other activities scheduled for this evening and throughout the weekend. Participants in district-sponsored events should confirm official information and details on specific events with their organization leads, coaches and sponsors.…
Texas PTA Rally Day
Make a Difference by Attending Rally Day!A major difference between PTA and other parent groups is dedication to advocacy.The Texas PTA Rally Day is Feb. 27, 2017 from 8:30 to 1:30 P.M.By attending Rally Day, PTA member voices can be heard to benefit the needs of Texas students.For more information, visit the Texas PTA website: http://www.txpta.org/advocacy/rallyday/ See you on the…