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Remember to bring bottled water to school Monday (En Español)
We’re asking Austin ISD students and staff to bring bottles of cooled, boiled water to school Monday as the city is under a boil water notice.
Lanier Teacher Named One of Six Finalists for 2018 Texas Teacher of the Year
Lanier High School teacher Tara Bordeaux has been named one of six finalists for 2018 Teacher of the Year by the Texas Association of School Administrators. “Today we recognize six Texas educators who show true dedication to their students,” said Executive Director of TASA Johnny L. Veselka. “They represent the thousands of devoted educators across our state…
Inclement Weather Protocols
Weather in Central Texas can be unpredictable and bring conditions that may impact our community and subsequently bring changes to Austin ISD campuses and offices. As inclement weather is predicted or approaches, Austin ISD will follow inclement weather protocols to determine if an adjustment to school or office operations is necessary to ensure student, staff and community safety.
Family Conversation Circles/ Círculos de conversación familiar
Virtual Meetings En Español Since late 2019, the AISD Board of Trustees has been discussing how to translate community priorities into the next vision, mission, and values that will guide the school district in future years. We want to hear from AISD parents and families what they want for our AISD graduates and how they would like our internal and external stakeholders to experience the…
Human Sexuality & Responsibility Lessons and Resources Review
The Austin ISD Office of Academics and Social and Emotional Learning invites families to review the district’s revised Human Sexuality and Responsibility lessons and resources. Join us 6–7:30 p.m. May 21 at Austin High School, 1715 Cesar Chavez St., to share your feedback via two online surveys. Child care, light refreshments and Spanish interpretation will be available. AISD is…
AISD Elementary Students Interview Former Ambassador to Mexico
Austin, TX—This morning, Austin ISD student leaders welcome Antonio Garza, former U.S. ambassador to Mexico, to Pickle Elementary School to discuss international relations, as well as his childhood and career.Who: Antonio Garza joins Pickle elementary students, including David Lopez and Marlen Rogel, fifth graders who serve as president and vice president of the student council, and Joanna…
Planning for the coming days / Planificación para los próximos días
Dear Austin ISD Community, This winter storm will undoubtedly be remembered for years to come. And while the situation has improved slightly, many families, staff and campuses are still facing power, internet, and water outages, and the entire city remains under a boil water notice. Many of our schools have frozen or broken pipes and/or have a complete lack of water pressure.
AISD to Provide Free Meals for All Students for 2021-22 School Year (En español)
By Lindsey Bradley When students step onto an Austin ISD campus in the 2021-22 school year, they can rest assured they will be able to get a healthy lunch at no cost. The United States Department of Agriculture announced on April 20 they are extending free meal benefits through June 2022, allowing Austin ISD to keep serving its free lunches.
Student Artwork Shines on the City’s First Electric Buses
The artwork of 23 Campbell Elementary Dragons will soon wind its way through the streets of Austin. Capital Metro on Wednesday unveiled its first two zero-emission, electric buses—covered inside and out in artwork designed by students at Campbell Elementary School in East Austin. Campbell Principal Keith Moore said the school, teachers, staff and students were honored and excited to…
MEDIA ADVISORY: AISD 2013 Teaching with Google Nexus Project Winners Announced Friday
AUSTIN, Texas—Friday, AISD will announce the recipients of the 2013 Teaching with Google Nexus Project, with surprise visits at their respective schools. Join AISD at Blackshear Elementary School as a teacher is awarded a grant to create stop-motion animation using tablet technology with third through fifth grade students.