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Statement: AISD Thanks Carstarphen for Leadership, Expects to Name Interim Superintendent at Special Board Meeting Tuesday
AUSTIN, Texas—The Austin Independent School District released the following statement from Vincent Torres, president of the Board of Trustees, about Superintendent Meria Carstarphen being named as the new superintendent of Atlanta Public Schools:On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I would like to congratulate Superintendent Meria Carstarphen and wish her the very best as she leaves Austin to lead…
AISD Hosts First District-Wide Employee Health Fair
Austin ISD employees and their families are invited to attend the district’s first Employee Health Fair on Saturday, Feb. 1, at Crockett High School, 5601 Manchaca Road.The fair is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will provide employees with the opportunity to meet with wellness vendors, enjoy activities, attend mini health seminars and win door prizes.
AISD Delays School Start Times and the Running of Buses Tomorrow Due to Weather
AUSTIN, Texas—The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the Austin area until noon tomorrow. Out of an abundance of caution, Austin will open schools and run district buses on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Tuesday, Jan. 28.
Let’s Celebrate: Mathews Elementary School Turns 100
Mathews Elementary School is celebrating its 100th anniversary with a pageant featuring students telling the story of the school in a musical tribute.What: A pageant chronicling the history of the school and a plaque presentation, recognizing Mathews’ inclusion on the list of the National Register of Historic Places. There will also be an alumni reception and school tours.Who: Current and past…
Media Advisory: Anderson High Hosts 4th Annual Texas Robot Roundup Competition Aug. 1–2
AUSTIN, Texas—Anderson High School’s ausTIN CANs will host the 4th Annual Robot Roundup, a competition of more than 40 FIRST robotic teams from across Texas, this weekend. What: Spectators are welcome to watch high schools robotics teams compete. Matches run continuously throughout Friday and Saturday, with finals beginning at 3 p.m. Saturday.
Changes to Public Comment at Austin ISD Board Meetings
Two types of public comment sections are scheduled to take place during each regular voting meeting. The section labeled “General Public Comment” will be at the beginning of the meeting and is designed for trustees to hear comments about items not listed on the agenda. The section labeled “Public Testimony” is listed for agenda-specific comments about the items scheduled for action or for…
They Did it Again: Ann Richards School Media Tech Program Wins UIL State Championship in Traditional Animation
When the UIL Young Filmmakers Festival was held recently at the Paramount Theater, three films from Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders made it to the state finals.Willow Daleheit earned the state championship in Division 2 for traditional animation for her film, "Sunflowers."This is the second year in a row that Ann Richards students have won the state championship in this category.
They Did it Again: Ann Richards School Media Tech Program Wins UIL State Championship in Traditional Animation
When the UIL Young Filmmakers Festival was held recently at the Paramount Theater, three films from Ann Richards School for
HUB Community Meeting
Please join the Austin Independent School District as we present the findings of the "AISD Disparity Study: Methods, Findings & Conclusions" prepared by National Economic Research Associates. We will also discuss the current informal HUB Program and expected changes as the district adopts a formal HUB Program. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and provide comments. There…
HUB Community Meeting
Please join the Austin Independent School District as we present the findings of the "AISD Disparity Study: Methods, Findings & Conclusions" prepared by National Economic Research Associates. We will also discuss the current informal HUB Program and expected changes as the district adopts a formal HUB Program. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and provide comments. There…