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Austin ISD Receives 7,300 CapMetro Bus Passes (En español)
CapMetro is helping to remove the transportation barrier for Austin ISD families by generously donating 7,300 single-day bus passes to Austin families. Why it matters: Transportation to or from school can often be a challenge. While all children ride for free on CapMetro, these passes will help parents ride with their children, get involved on their campus or get where they need to…
Special Education Team Presents: Texas Transition & Employment Guide
Join the Austin ISD Special Education Transition Team for an informative in-person session reviewing TEA’s Texas Transition and Employment Guide, designed to help students with disabilities and their families navigate life after high school. This event will cover key sections of the guide, offering practical tips and resources for planning education, employment, and independent living goals.…
Pre-K
Start Application Pre-K 3 and Pre-K 4 Applications and Transfers Applications for eligible and tuition-based students open on April 1 and remain available on an ongoing basis until the campus reaches capacity. Families may apply for their child to attend a Pre-K3 or Pre-K4 program at a campus other than their zoned school, based on space availability.
PTA Grant Helps Summitt Elementary Carry On Tradition
We are #AISDProud of Summitt Elementary PTA who was awarded a $5,000 grant to help carry on a unique tradition for their school and community when the COVID-19 pandemic threatened to shut it down. The grant money will help the Summitt community continue celebrating the Mid-Autumn Festival. For this year’s festival, each student will receive a lantern kit and Vietnamese gift bag to participate at…
Board Bulletin: A breakdown of the latest Scorecard data
Introducing the Board Bulletin! For those of you who may not consider Board of Trustees meetings appointment viewing, we’re here to break down the actions of the board and keep you up-to-date on the district’s progress toward key initiatives. This week the board met for their monthly Information Session, which included three scorecard updates. But more on that in a bit… Before we…
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How to get resources, support over Winter Break (En español)
We recognize many families rely on Austin ISD to access to healthy meals and other services. Thankfully we have several partners who are here to support our community while we’re on break: Central Texas Food Bank - providing nutritious food during the break.
Austin ISD Draft School Consolidation and Boundary Change Plan (Español)
Dear Austin ISD Family, We are at a critical moment in our history. Our Austin ISD community, which loves and supports public education, must meet the moment or we risk the future of our school district. There is never a good time to share news of significant changes. However, our decision to share this information on a Friday evening allowed staff to receive it and have time to process it…
Austin ISD Teacher of the Year Finalists Surprised with Celebration Visits (En español)
Every year, four exceptional educators are honored as finalists for the Austin ISD Teacher of the Year award. This week, district leaders surprised each finalist, announcing their recognition in their classrooms with their students and colleagues. Why it matters: These teachers embody what it means to create positive learning environments that support the development of their students, both…
Diwali
Diwali is a major Hindu holiday sometimes known as the Festival of Lights and it signifies new beginnings and the triumph of light over darkness. Diwali is is observed by praying, celebrating, and social gatherings (observance varies by region). Source: McKeever, A. (2021, November 5). Diwali is India’s most important holiday—and a celebration of good over evil. History. https://www.…