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AISD Superintendent Statement on School Shooting in Connecticut
Austin, TX—The Austin Independent School District released the following statement from Superintendent Meria Carstarphen regarding the school shooting in Newtown, Conn.:We are deeply saddened to learn about today’s tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Connecticut. Our thoughts and prayers are with the school’s community and families.
Houston Elementary School Launches Book Lending Program
At Houston Elementary School, students showed up today to take advantage of a new book-lending program organized by teachers. The lending library takes place on stage in the school’s cafeteria.
Lanier Celebrates 50 Years of Greatness - November 12
The Viking gold is shining brighter this year as Lanier High School celebrates its 50th Golden Anniversary (1961-2011). You won’t want to miss all of the fun activities planned for alumni, their families and community members on Saturday, November 12!The festivities kick-off at 8 a.m. on Saturday with the Viking Charge 3K Fun Run, or for the Vikings who prefer riding to running, there will be a…
The Facts About Single-Sex Schools
The Austin Independent School District (AISD) currently operates The Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders, an all-girls middle and high school. Contrary to recent news stories and research that suggests that single-sex education is ineffective, Austin’s Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders is a successful model.
AISD Hosts Student Registration and Orientation
AUSTIN, Texas--Next week, Austin ISD will host registration and orientation. Registration and orientation is for new AISD students and current students who have moved or transferred during the summer. The first day of school is Monday, Aug. 26.
AISD Teachers Attend Humanities Texas’ “America at War in the 20th Century” Workshop
AUSTIN, TX—In June, AISD teachers were among a select group of educators from across the state who attended “America at War in the Twentieth Century,” a professional development institute sponsored by Humanities Texas, the University of Texas at Austin, the University of Texas at San Antonio and the University of Texas at El Paso.
Bowie High School Senior Wins Austin ISD Sustainability Brand Design Contest
Austin Independent School District held a design contest for sixth- through 12th-grade students to create the district’s first sustainability brand.The contest was designed to provide students with real-world design experience. It also exposed them to potential career paths in science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics fields, while creating a unifying environmental design…
U.S. News and World Report Ranks 7 AISD High Schools Among Best in Nation
Seven Austin ISD high schools are among the best in the nation, according to the 2015 U.S. News and World Report rankings.Five schools—Anderson, Austin, Bowie, Liberal Arts Science Academy and McCallum high schools—reclaimed spots on the publication’s annual list of "Best High Schools." The Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders and Akins High School were ranked for the first time.After…
AISD-TV Presents "The Freedom Quest of Oney Judge"
AISD-TV is proud to partner with the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation to present stories from history to classrooms and communities throughout Austin and the world.Today’s story is "The Freedom Quest of Oney Judge." How did a young woman escape slavery and evade the most powerful man in the nation? Learn about the dangers Oney Judge faced when she left her life as the enslaved servant of…
Austin ISD Hosts Back-to-School Bash and Safety Fair; Event Features District Programs, Safety Lessons and Free Immunizations
Austin, TX—The 2012-13 school year is quickly approaching and the Austin Independent School District is helping parents and students prepare during the Back to School Bash and Safety Fair from 9 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Aug. 18.The Back-to-School Bash offers AISD families the opportunity to learn about the district's programs and services. Parents are invited to participate in such activities as…