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AISD Cancels Classes Feb. 7 Due to Weather
AUSTIN, Texas—Austin ISD has canceled all classes for Friday, Feb. 7 due to weather and road conditions out of concern for the safety of students, staff and families.District offices also will be closed.For the latest weather information, tune in to your local news or visit the National Weather Service.
Mural of the Story: McBee Shares Wall of Art
The community is invited to McBee Elementary School to celebrate a hand-painted 200-foot-long mural on school grounds. The mural is a joint project between local Austin artist Ethan Azarian and students from McBee. What: The celebration will begin with an introduction of the artist in the library. Following brief comments about the project, there will be a tour of the mural. Refreshments…
Real Talk: Education Issues in the Texas Legislature
Where: Austin High School Performing Arts Center, 1715 W. Cesar Chavez, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.What: The Austin Independent School District and the Austin Council of PTAs present Real Talk: Education Issues in the Texas Legislature. Educators, parents and community members are invited to attend this one-hour forum with local lawmakers to hear their views on the public education issues the Texas…
Anderson HS IB Experience Information Session
On Jan. 15, 2015, Anderson High School will host The IB Experience, an information session about the school's International Baccalaureate program.The event will feature an overview of the program, followed by a panel discussion with current and former students. The IB program uses a rigorous curriculum based on international standards of achievement that focus on preparing…
Board of Trustees to Announce Development Regarding the AISD Superintendent Search
The Austin ISD board of trustees met the weekend of Nov. 22 to interview the top superintendent candidates. After considerable discussions regarding the candidates, the Trustees have made decisions that will be shared at a news conference. Who: AISD President of the Board of Trustees, Vincent TorresWhere: Carruth Administration Center, Board Auditorium 1111 W. Sixth Street
AISD Invites Community to Annual Band Jamboree
AUSTIN, Texas—More than 1,200 band members from Austin ISD's 12 high schools will unite for the 41st annual Marching Band Jamboree. What: Band Jamboree, featuring the University of Texas Longhorn Band When: 7 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 17 Where: Tony Burger Center, 3200 Jones Road
Student-Athletes Stand up to Domestic, Dating Violence
Austin ISD Athletics has been doing its part to promote safe and healthy relationships during National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.In partnership with the Travis County Sheriff's Office, Texas Advocacy Project and SAFE, student-athletes have been wearing purple ribbons in October to encourage others to stand up against dating and domestic violence.
An Important Message From Superintendent Elizalde / Un mensaje importante del Superintendente Elizalde
Good morning, Austin ISD family, First, I hope you have had an opportunity to rest and relax during this winter break, and most importantly that you have remained safe and healthy. I’m writing to confirm that next week we will resume operations as planned for Spring 2021 with the exception of extracurricular activities. Only varsity sports will continue. All other extracurricular…
Pre-K Registration Opens
Where: AISD Schools with Pre-K ProgramsThe following items are required for registration:Birth certificateImmunization recordParent/guardian photo IDProof of income andProof of address.Please call 512-414-PreK for details.
Decisions, decisions: Celebrate GenTX Decision Day by Wearing a College T-shirt Friday
High schools across Texas will be celebrating seniors on GenTX Decision Day, May 5. To show a united support for the seniors and their commitment to higher education, please wear a college T-shirt on Friday, May 5. Campuses will also be celebrating by highlighting senior acceptances and/or scholarships, making announcements or planning a lunch event promoting post-secondary…