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Let’s work together to keep our students and schools safe (En español)
Austin ISD is hosting a series of Mental Health and School Safety Community Conversations over the next month. Why it matters: Our students, families and staff have valuable insights into how we can prevent and respond to critical incidents and we want to hear from you. Let’s work together to create physically and psychologically safe schools. What to expect: Come talk with…
Austin ISD Teacher Found Passion Through Fellow Instructor, AVID
When Celia Hernandez took an AVID college preparatory class her freshman year, she had no idea just how much of an impact it would have on her life and her career. Today, Hernandez teaches her own AVID college class at Paredes Middle School, helping students learn to be academically and socially prepared for success in high school and then college. She attributes her love of teaching to a…
Austin ISD Seeks Input on 2015–20 Strategic Plan Survey
Austin ISD is working to create a 2015–20 Strategic Plan, and we want to hear from you.The district is gathering input from parents, students, AISD employees and other community members on priorities related to education, community, staff and resources. We are also seeking input on the district's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and challenges.Please take a few minutes to let us know what you…
MEDIA AVAILABILITY: Austin ISD Refugee Family Support Office Welcomes Afghan Refugees
Austin ISD is welcoming newly-arrived Afghan students and their families to the district in light of families fleeing Afghanistan. For years, the district’s Refugee Family Support Services Office has served as a language and resource hub for hundreds of refugees and asylees enrolled in the district. The district’s Refugee Family Support Coordinator Salimah Shamsuddin will be available for…
Dyslexia Services
Risk Factors and Characteristics of Dyslexia Dyslexia is a brain-based learning disability that makes learning to read, write, and/or spell difficult despite adequate instruction and intelligence.
Equity Advisory Committee
AISD's Equity Advisory Committee (EAC) will host its inaugural monthly meeting on Tuesday, March 23 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. The purpose of the EAC is to provide recommendations and counsel on a wide range of matters related to equitable outcomes in resource allocation, evaluation, policies, and practices. Click here to request link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwvduGrqDIpGdZ-…
Austin ISD Previews How Data Is Used To Engage Underserved Communities In Long-Range Planning
Austin ISD families got a preview on Tuesday of how data is being used for Austin ISD’s long-range planning, which could determine which improvements and new facilities are included in the next bond. “Long-range planning helps us anticipate student needs and align our resources to serve our students better," said Director of Planning Melissa Laursen. "Understanding where we are today and…
Future of school funding looking bleak following failure of school voucher bill (En español)
The most recent efforts at the Texas Capitol to create a school voucher program were defeated after lawmakers voted 84-63 to remove the creation of education savings accounts from the session’s education funding bill, HB 1. A coalition of all Democrats and 21 Republicans stood firm against the proposal that would use taxpayer dollars to pay for private schooling.
Canceled - Austin ISD Budget Talks
February 5: The virtual Budget Talks are being postponed due to expected inclement weather. 5 de febrero: Se pospone las conversaciones virtuales sobre el presupeuesto debido a las inclemencias del tiempo. The budgeting process is getting started! Join us to learn about priorities and plans for staffing and programs in the 2022-23 budget and how you can get involved in the budgeting…
Remote Worksite
Staff Remote Worksite Resources This page contains resources for AISD personnel to assist with working in a remote office environment. In some circumstances, at the discretion of the district, employees may be asked or required to work remotely for a specified period of time or as part of a hybrid schedule. If you need support with technology, please use AISD Help, or call …