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McCallum Among 74 U.S. High Schools Recognized for Their Commitment to Global Learning
McCallum High School has been named a 2016 Top Global Learning School by AFS-USA and the National Society of High School Scholars.Seventy-four schools from across the country were honored with this award, which recognizes exceptional dedication to fostering global citizenship through intercultural learning inside and outside the classroom.
Superintendent Embarks on First-Day Tour
To celebrate the first day of school, AISD Superintendent Dr. Stephanie S. Elizalde went on a tour of campuses both virtually and in person, introducing herself to students and their teachers as they begin their new school year. The visit allows students and their teachers to meet their superintendent, ask questions, explore classrooms and see outdoor learning spaces.
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…
AISD Announces Elementary, Middle and High School Teachers of the Year
Austin, TX—Every teacher has a story. And for Austin ISD’s 2012 Teachers of the Year, the story of what set them on the path to becoming an educator began at an early age. Tracy Graham says her positive experience attending public schools inspired her to teach. Alicia Brown-Forbes says as a young child, she pretended to teach her siblings and knew that teaching was her calling. As a first-…
Austin ISD Pride Week
Austin ISD Pride Week (El español está disponible abajo) Every year, to celebrate LGBTQIA+ students, staff and families Austin ISD hosts its own Pride Week, a time to highlight the district's commitment to creating a safe, supportive and inclusive environment. This year's weeklong celebration is March 20-25, 2023, which aligns with the National LGBT Health Awareness Week. Visit the…
Eastside student selected as Texas Young Women in Bio Ambassador
By Benjamin Beane The first day of school can be a whirlwind for any high schooler, but this year was especially memorable for Eastside Early College High School junior Marith Diaz Cruz, who learned she was selected as a Young Women in Bio Ambassador. “They sent a letter to my mom’s email, but I didn’t know and she didn’t know, so when I came here the first school day that’s when I realized…
TEA: Austin ISD Exceeds Targets on All Accountability Ratings
According to the Texas Education Agency's preliminary state accountability ratings released last week, 111 Austin ISD schools earned the highest rating possible on the state's accountability system.Under the state accountability system, all public districts, campuses and charter schools are assigned a label of:Met Standard,Met Alternative Standard,Not Rated; orImprovement Required.Last year at…
AISD Schools Serve a Slice of Peace
The start to the semester gets a little bit sweeter for Austin ISD students this week as they promote Peace Through Pie throughout the district.Luanne Stovall began Peace Through Pie in 2009 at the Sweet Home Missionary Baptist Church in Clarksville as a way to honor Martin Luther King Jr.Culinary arts students at Travis Early College High School hosted the first high school event in January…
Message from Interim Superintendent Dr. Anthony Mays (en español)
Dear Team Austin ISD, As we enter this season of thanksgiving, I am so grateful for all of you and the incredible work you do every day to support our students. As I visit campuses and walk through the central office, service centers and visit with staff throughout the district, I witness the energy and passion you pour into your jobs to ensure that students receive what they need to be…
AISD Offers Extended Technical Support to Parents for New Grading System
AUSTIN, Texas—As Austin ISD’s first six-week grading period ends, it is offering extended hours for technical assistance to ensure parents can access grades online.This past summer the district converted to a new web-based program for accessing student’s grades, assignments and attendance called GradeBook. The system also provides the opportunity to communicate with teachers.In order to…