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SXSWedu Education Expo
AISD is proud to partner with the SXSWedu Education Expo - a FREE and open to the public event celebrating the Central Texas community's hunger and passion for lifelong learning, from cradle to career and beyond.Austin Convention Center 500 E Cesar Chavez St. Austin, TX 78701…
AISD Closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday
The Austin Independent School District will be closed for the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, Monday, Jan. 19.All AISD offices and schools will be closed during this period. The district will resume regular business and school hours Tuesday, Jan. 20.For information about upcoming AISD holidays and events, please visit the district's calendar at www.austinisd.org/calendar.
National AFT Leader Spotlights Education Employees “Making a Difference Every Day”
American Federation of Teachers’ (AFT) Executive Vice President Lorretta Johnson recently visited a bus barn and elementary school in Austin where an innovative partnership involving teachers, administrators and the business community supports the efforts of successful educators who are helping to raise student academc achievement.Johnson's visit to Austin was part of the American Federation…
CBOC Meeting
Where: Austin High School LibraryWhat: Community Bond Oversight Committee meetingFor more information, please visit the CBOC website.
Dr. Cruz: Remembering Our Fallen Heroes this Memorial Day
Memorial Day is a day of remembrance for those who have died in our nation's service. This year, I hope everyone in our school community—students, staff and families—will take a few moments to reflect on the meaning of the day and to be mindful of the sacrifices that others have made so that we can enjoy the freedoms they protected.
Austin ISD Proud: Three High School Students bring home top awards in Texas Science and Engineering Fair
On March 29-30 more than 4,000 participants, teachers, family members, friends judges, and sponsors gathered on the Texas A&M University campus to attend the state Texas Science and Engineering Fair.
Eastside Memorial/International High Schools Commencement Ceremony
When: 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 3Where: Frank Erwin Center, 1701 Red River St., Austin 78701What: Commencement Ceremony for Eastside Memorial/International High Schools' Class of 2015For complete details on free shuttles, what to bring and more, please visit www.austinisd.org/graduation.
Blackshear Fine Arts Academy Receives Library Grant
Blackshear Fine Arts Academy received a $3,000 grant from bestselling author James Patterson to support its school library.In addition, Scholastic Reading Club will match each dollar of Patterson’s donation with points teachers can use to acquire books and other materials for their classrooms. Blackshear was chosen from 27,924 applications throughout the U.S.
Austin ISD Launches Energy Leadership Program at 130 Campus Buildings Focused on Energy and Water Conservation
Sustainability efforts are expected to reduce energy and water utility costs by 15 percent across the district. Austin ISD has launched an Energy Leadership Program across the district, which could reduce energy and water utility costs of 15 percent.
Austin ISD’s Pre-K Enrollment Fair scheduled for July 20
Austin ISD is holding a Pre-K Enrollment Fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 20 at Crockett Early College High School, 5601 Manchaca Road. Studies show enrolling early in school helps children get a head start and improves their chances for a successful future. The district offers free Pre-K for eligible 3-and 4-year-olds at campuses throughout the district. Additionally, at more than…