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AISD Students Outscore State and National Averages on ACT Test
Students in Austin ISD continued to earn a higher overall score on the ACT exam, compared with their counterparts across the state and nation, according to ACT, Inc. "We are so proud of our students, who continue to excel on the ACT, and our staff for all the hard work they put in each and every day," Superintendent Paul Cruz said.
AISD Student Partners with Camp Mabry for Eagle Scout Project
An Austin ISD student put skills acquired at Anderson and Lanier high schools to good use last May.Luke Fuka, a member of Troop 5 Austin and student at both Lanier and Anderson High Schools, wanted to do something special to support the troops. When he approached TXARNG Natural Resource Manager Linda Brown and Garrison Commander Lt Col Mancuso at Camp Mabry he found an Eagle Scout…
AISD Opens First Modernized Campus from 2017 Bond
A packed gymnasium erupted in cheers as Principal Veronica Sharp, Superintendent Dr. Paul Cruz, Ph.D., and more cut the red ribbon to celebrate the Modernized T.A. Brown Elementary School. Elementary students who sat in rows occupying most of the gym roared in excitement to begin class in their new learning environment.
Employee Assistance Program
Austin ISD's Employee Assistance Program The Austin ISD EAP helps take care of the emotional needs of all AISD employees and our loved ones. AISD wants our employees to be well, and sometimes that means needing services and resources to help maintain a balanced and well life. All EAP services are available 24/7, and are 100 percent free and confidential for all AISD…
DonorsChoose
What is DonorsChoose? DonorsChoose is a crowdfunding platform that is available for teachers and staff who work with students at least 75% of the time. Teachers can submit projects with a fundraising goal and an itemized budget using one of DonorsChoose's approved vendors.
Crockett Block Party
Friends, family and community members are invited to join the Crockett Vertical Team as they celebrate the end of a successful 50th year from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. at Crockett Early College High School, 5601 Manchaca Road. The Crockett Block Party will feature family-centered games and activities, performances by students from across the vertical team, food and a resource fair. For more information,…
ABoR Tour of Schools
Join us, Monday, April 29, for an exclusive tour of three Austin ISD schools! Learn more about the programs these schools have to offer and become an expert resource for clients. We will visit Palm Elementary School, Bailey Middle School, and Akins High School from 8:10 a.m.–2 p.m. Lunch will be provided and participants will have the opportunity to meet with principals.
Harvest Fest 2014
Austin ISD welcomes the community to the annual Harvest Fest, from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Nov. 8 at Martin Middle School.Children’s activities include a climbing wall, kiddie train, arts and crafts, free books, a bike rodeo, pony rides, hay rides and more.Resources for families will be available, including children’s dental care, vision screening and glasses; health screenings, immunizations and flu…
Book it to Austin Libraries: AISD and Austin Public Library Partner to Give All-Access Library Cards to All Students
Today, Austin ISD and Austin Public Library partner to offer full-access library cards to every AISD student.This means Austin Public Library’s student card is free and available to all district students, including current cardholders, regardless of home address and outstanding fines.The student card easily connects learners to homework help, books, movies, music, research materials and games at…
2013 Superintendent Evaluation
School Board President Vincent M. Torres read the following statement at the Dec. 16, 2013 regular board meeting:The Trustees of the Austin Independent School District have completed the annual performance evaluation of our Superintendent, Dr. Meria Carstarphen, for the 2012-2013 school year and wish to take this opportunity to report on this work to the community.