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Parent Coffee "Hopes and Dreams in the Special Needs World"
The Office of Special Education and Parent Engagement Support Office encourages parents to become a Parent Ambassador!Through family engagement, responsible action, and collaborative partnerships, you can be your child's champion and school's parent ambassador.This conversation circle will lead your through your hopes and dreams and provide information and resources to assist you in this process.…
Austin ISD Federal Funding Update (En Español)
Dear Austin ISD Family, This year has been incredibly difficult with multiple waves of policy changes or updates that affect our work. And now, due to the federal government’s extended review of grants, we’re facing a significant loss in federal funding that will impact how we deliver some of the programs we deeply value. On June 30, we learned that some federally funded grants (…
Retired Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor to Visit Fulmore MS Today
iCivics, in partnership with the Austin Independent School District will host retired Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor at the Fulmore Law Magnet Middle School on Wednesday, April 13, 2011, at 1:15 p.m., in the Library. Justice O’Connor is visiting Fulmore Middle School to introduce her free, interactive, online curriculum iCivics.org. iCivics is a web-based education project…
Stay safe online with these cybersecurity tips (En español)
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month! Let’s work together to protect our data and ensure we’re mitigating any risks online. Why it matters: It’s important to be mindful of protecting computer systems, networks and sensitive information from unauthorized access that can put your family at risk from cyber attacks. Use these tips to stay safe:
Ages K-12, 18, and Home/Private School K-12
Age K-12 Do you feel your child may need special education services? Is your child being evaluated for special education services? Is your child receiving special education services? Austin ISD offers the following services and recommended resources:
Coats for Kids will keep thousands of Austin ISD students warm this winter (En español)
Thousands of Austin ISD students are staying warm this winter thanks to the "Coats for Kids" program. Why it matters: For more than a decade, The Junior League of Austin and its partners have generously provided thousands of coats to local students in need. This program provides relief to families during this time by giving free coats so children can stay warm this winter.
Family Empower Hour
Family Empower Hour Join VELA and other families for Part 3 of an interactive virtual series to learn how to become your child's greatest advocate in special education, covering goals, services, and progress reports. Session Details Special Education Toolkit: Learn what you need and how to create a toolkit for your child. Presented in English and Spanish Register now: forms.…
Family Empower Hour
Family Empower Hour Join VELA and other families for a 3-part interactive virtual series to learn how to become your child's greatest advocate in special education, covering goals, services, and progress reports. Session Details Special Education Toolkit: Learn what you need and how to create a toolkit for your child. Presented in English and Spanish Register now: forms.gle/…
Sparks of Joy in Austin ISD: Highlighting Tiona Bell at Blackshear Elementary (En español)
We’re celebrating Principal Appreciation Week at Austin ISD and in this installment of “Sparks of Joy” we introduce you to Tiona Bell, principal of Blackshear Elementary School. As the leader of the Blackshear Yellowjackets, Bell brings joy and wisdom to her community. What inspired your journey into education?
Austin ISD Sustainability Director receives ‘Best of Green Schools’ award (En español)
Austin ISD’s very own Darien Clary has been recognized with the School District Champion Award. Clary, who serves as the district’s sustainability director, since 2016 to bring sustainable practices to the district, including the introduction of composting at schools and expanding the solar panel program. Why it matters: As an organization with a large footprint in Central Texas, it's…