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Lee Elementary School
Located just a few blocks north of the University of Texas campus, Russell Lee Elementary School, a National Blue Ribbon School, opened in 1939 and maintains a multitude of longstanding traditions. At this neighborhood school, the basic curriculum is enriched by a focus on the arts and social…
AISD Superintendent Delivers State of the District Address
AUSTIN, Texas—Today Superintendent Meria Carstarphen released a 30-minute "movie" presenting the annual report on the district’s goals, achievements and challenges. The film provides data and information on the state of the school district and reports on the performance scorecard as seen through the lens of staff and students, including some guest presentations.
AISD Board of Trustees Votes on Final Annual Academic and Facilities Recommendations
Austin, TX—Austin Independent School District Board of Trustees voted to approve five Annual Academic and Facilities Recommendations, including expanding dual language immersion programs, addressing overcrowding in north central elementary schools and creating an in-district charter to strengthen graduation pathways.Below are the Annual Academic and Facilities Recommendations that were approved…
Sam Guzman: School district not surrendering education to charter schools
In its Nov. 5 editorial, "East Austin community deserves voice," the American-Statesman claimed that "Superintendent Meria Carstarphen wants to cede the job of educating East Austin students to an outside charter operator." As a long-standing member of the East Austin community and trustee for District 2, I disagree.
Carmyn Neely: Success as a Single-Sex School
Moving from elementary school to middle school, or from middle school to high school, was once a simple process. A counselor, principal, or teacher informed the student which school she would attend when summer ended. And the parents got their daughter (or son) to the right school on a specified day at the end of August. No choices.No decisions.
Vote on Options for the 2016–17 School Calendar / Votar en opciones para el calendario 2016–17
Austin ISD is currently working on the calendar for the 2016–17 school year. The Calendar Task Force has created two calendar options and is seeking input. Please take a moment to review each option below.After you have reviewed the calendars, please visit our online survey to cast your vote.
Austin ISD Students Performed Best in Math and Science on the New STAAR Test and Make Gains on the Grade 11 TAKS Math and Science Tests
Austin, TX—The Texas Education Agency released preliminary results from the new State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness (STAAR) and Austin Independent School District students fared the best in math and science.STAAR End-of-Course (EOC) exams replaced the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills for 9th grade students and for middle school students enrolled in high school EOC classes.…
AISD Names Teacher of the Year at Awards Ceremony
AUSTIN, Texas--Tonight the Austin Independent School District announced its Teacher of the Year and Principal of the Year winners, among others, during Salute 2014, an annual event hosted by AISD and Austin Partners In Education to honor outstanding educators.
Zilker Elementary School
Zilker Elementary offers students a balance of educational experiences, extending beyond strong academics to arts enrichment on and off campus, environmental education and social and emotional learning. An active, involved PTA reflects the collaboration between home and school to support student…
Bryker Woods Elementary School
Nestled in the heart of Central Austin, Bryker Woods Elementary offers a student-centered approach to learning that values critical thinking, embraces diversity, and fosters inquisitive minds and compassionate hearts. Through inquiry-based learning, our students develop conceptual understanding,…