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The John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts Announces Austin, Texas as Partner City for Any Given Child
Program Creates a Long-Range Arts Education Plan for Students Grades K-8The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has chosen Austin, Texas as the seventh partner city for Any Given Child, a program that creates a long-range arts education plan for students in grades K-8. The program will incorporate existing resources of the Austin Independent School District, along with those of local…
AISD Joins ACC to Host El Día de la Familia
This Saturday, Austin ISD joins Austin Community College and other local organizations to present the seventh annual El Día de La Familia celebration. Sponsored by the Latino/Latin American Studies Center of the Austin Community College Riverside Campus, the celebration aims to share with the community the benefits of higher education. Attendees are invited to tour an open house of the ACC's…
Budget Briefs: AISD Conducts Employee Compensation Survey, Reviews Results
The district is entering the phase of its budget process where employee compensation packages are revisited. Two of the biggest components of this are employee salaries and health benefits. To best understand what is most valuable to employees, a staff compensation survey was distributed to all staff. The district received over 5,500 survey responses, which represents nearly half of all staff…
AISD Names Quevette Terrell Middle School Teacher of the Year
Coach and physical education teacher Quevette Terrell has worked at Webb Middle School for 12 years and serves as the director of the school’s Physical Education Department.Terrell said she approaches her teaching with energy and conviction to motivate students and colleagues alike.“My passion and my purpose is to be a positive influence who inspires my students to be proud of who they are and…
MEDIA ADVISORY: ABoR Tour Educates Local Realtors on AISD Schools
A tour by Austin ISD will give Realtors a chance to become expert resources for clients looking for homes in the South Austin area.As part of its marketing efforts, Austin ISD has invited Realtors on a special tour of three Austin ISD schools to learn more about the schools’ offerings and points of pride.What: The bus tour will visit Cunningham Elementary School and Covington Middle School and…
Thirteen AISD High Schools Receive $41,284 for AP/IB Awards
The Advanced Placement/International Baccalaureate Incentive Program recognizes and rewards students, teachers, and schools that demonstrate success in achieving the state’s educational goals.
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Classes Canceled Friday, More Important Info
Hello, This is Dr. Stephanie Elizalde, Superintendent of Austin ISD. I hope you are staying safe and warm during this historic weather event. Our district will remain closed through Friday, February 19 except for select essential personnel. This means there will be no asynchronous instruction on Friday as previously communicated. We have several campuses serving as warming centers for ANY…
Graduate Highlight: Gesenia Alvarez brings strong student voice to Travis Early College High School
When Gesenia Alvarez began her senior year at Travis Early College High School, she had many questions about the college application process and her post-graduation plans. However, like many Travis students, Alvarez struggled to find support as the school’s college and career counseling center was forced to close temporarily due to staff shortages related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Remembering Sandy Hook: Keeping our Schools Secure Every Day
Dear AISD Community,Tomorrow, communities throughout the country will commemorate the one-year anniversary of the tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School. Earlier this week, community members in Newtown, Conn. launched an online memorial, which features a simple and poignant design: a heart created from the first names of the 26 victims.