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The Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer application is now open through June 30
Austin ISD encourages eligible families to apply to receive additional food benefits The online application for the Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer is now open for eligible Austin ISD families. The Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer program could provide Austin ISD families a one-time benefit for eligible families to buy food. Families could receive up to $285 per child, which can…
The Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer Application is Now Open Through June 30
Austin ISD encourages eligible families to apply to receive additional food benefits The online application for the Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer is now open for eligible Austin ISD families. The Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer program could provide Austin ISD families a one-time benefit for eligible families to buy food. Families could receive up to $285 per child, which can…
Passover (first 2 nights)
Passover is an eight-day celebration of the Jewish people being freed from slavery in Egypt; it is a celebration of freedom. The first two nights are of special importance as Jewish families traditionally celebrate at home with special meals and services. Some families may observe work restrictions at the beginning and end of the eight-day span; many families will only eat certain foods. Source:…
Test Kitchen: Austin Ed Fund Receives $550,000 Grant for AISD Food Services Pilot Kitchen, Distribution Center
St. David’s Foundation awarded the Austin Ed Fund $550,000 for a one-year project as part of its Nourishing Young Minds program. The grant will allow Austin ISD to pilot a small-scale, centralized kitchen and distribution center.
Thanksgiving Day
Thanksgiving Day, annual national holiday in the United States and Canada celebrating the harvest and other blessings of the past year. Americans generally believe that their Thanksgiving is modeled on a 1621 harvest feast shared by the English colonists (Pilgrims) of Plymouth and the Wampanoag people. The American holiday is particularly rich in legend and symbolism, and the traditional fare of…
ECP Summer Bridge 2025
ECP Summer Bridge ECHS Summer Bridge Dates: June 2–26 (Mon– Thu) Times: 9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Locations: Akins, Crockett, Eastside, LBJ, Navarro, Northeast, Travis
Nutrition & Food Services
Food Service at Austin ISD Our mission is to support the achievement of all students by expanding food access, serving healthy, tasty meals, and providing learning opportunities about nutrition, cultural foodways and the food system.
Passover
Passover is an eight-day celebration of the Jewish people being freed from slavery in Egypt; it is a celebration of freedom. The first two nights are of special importance as Jewish families traditionally celebrate at home with special meals and services. Some families may observe work restrictions at the beginning and end of the eight-day span; many families will only eat certain foods.
O. Henry Middle School Partners with Food Provider in Pilot Program
O. Henry Middle School has partnered with Revolution Foods in a six-month pilot program to provide healthy, affordable meals to students. This event will celebrate the first month of partnership.Who: Chief Schools Officer Edmund Oropez, Chief Operating Officer Dr. Lawrence Fryer, Chief of Staff Mel Waxler, O. Henry Principal Pete Price, Revolution Foods CEO Kristin RichmondWhen: 12:10 p.m.…
Staff Spotlight: Tina Castillo, Cafeteria Manager at Lamar Middle School
Staff Spotlight: Tina Castillo, Cafeteria Manager at Lamar Middle SchoolWhat attracted you to your job in the Austin Independent School District? First and foremost I’m an Austinite, and also a family-oriented person. I was drawn to working for AISD Food Services because the hours that this department offered enabled me to spend more time with my four fabulous children. Also, growing up and…