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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.
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.
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…
Texas Education Agency Says AISD Exceeds All Targets of State Accountability System
According to the Texas Education Agency's preliminary accountability ratings released today, 117 of the district's schools have met standard or met alternative standard-the highest rating schools can earn-on the state's accountability system, and 58 schools earned a total of 162 Distinction Designations.
Get On Board: Safety First
Austin ISD and the city of Austin's Safe Routes to School Program stressed safety to the entire community at this year's 12th annual Back to School Bash.
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…
Celebrating 2020-21 Volunteer of the Year
In a year unlike any other, our volunteers were on the front lines with us in every way. April is Volunteer Appreciation Month, and we’re #AISDProud to recognize the Austin ISD 2020-21 Volunteers of the Year. We know public schools could not work without the people from the community who step up to do what’s needed, and this is our chance to salute the best of an indispensable bunch.
Austin and Eastside Memorial High Schools Host Financial Aid Workshops Tomorrow
AUSTIN, Texas—Tomorrow, the Austin Chamber and Austin ISD will be hosting two Financial Aid Saturdays workshops, which offer students and their families help as they apply for college financial aid, grants and scholarships.What: Financial aid specialists will offer one-on-one assistance to seniors and their parents as they complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, also known as FAFSA…
Bowie and Akins Students To Meet with Mazda Professionals About STEM Career Options
AUSTIN, Texas—Next week, Bowie and Akins high school students will get the chance to talk to Mazda professionals about real-world applications of STEM used throughout Mazda’s Motorsports activities and the automobile industry.Who: Mazda Motorsports Specialist Kyle Kimball and Mazda Motorsports factory race car driver and engineer Joel Miller