Support and resources for navigating loss and uncertainty surrounding flooding

Dear Austin ISD community,  I'm heartbroken to share that the Kerr County floods have impacted some of our Austin ISD families.  We know that some of our families and staff may be facing loss or uncertainty and we are coordinating with our crisis and counseling team to provide support and any needed services to our families and staff in the days ahead.  If this tragic weather…

Mendez Middle School (only) First Day of Classes

For more information please contact MendezMiddleSchool@thirdfuture.org or visit the Mendez Website.  Para más información favor de enviar un correo electrónico a MendezMiddleSchool@thirdfuture.org o visite la página web de Mendez.

Senior Success Story: Odette Rodriguez (En español)

Northeast Early College High School senior Odette Rodriguez is headed to the University of Texas at Austin this fall, where she’ll pursue a dual degree in Architecture and Architectural Engineering, completely free of cost, thanks to the Terry Foundation Scholarship and additional awards. Why it matters: Odette moved from Mexico City in 10th grade. Adjusting to a new country and school system…

New food pantry at Galindo Elementary School provides access to healthy food for all Austin ISD families (En español)

On Tuesday, Austin ISD celebrated the ribbon cutting of a new food pantry at Galindo Elementary, thanks to a partnership with the Central Texas Food Bank (CTFB). Why it matters: One in five kids in Travis County don’t know where their next meal is coming from, according to CTFB. 

MEDIA ADVISORY: AISD Holds Community Meetings on Facility Master Plan

AUSTIN, Texas—Austin ISD is holding community meetings throughout the district to get feedback on the Facility Master Plan.FMP guiding principles were approved by AISD’s Board of Trustees at the Board's regular meeting on Sept. 30.

Community members ask Austin ISD to examine past mistakes before moving forward on bond

The theme struck by community organizers and the Superintendent alike at Monday’s community meeting was reckoning with past mistakes so Austin ISD could move forward. “This is about giving the community the space to tell us how we’ve eroded trust in the past, and how we can earn it back,” Superintendent Stephanie Elizalde said. “We want you — our community — to not just hear that this time is…

Laura Bush to Visit Blackshear Elementary School

On Monday, Laura Bush will visit Blackshear Elementary Fine Arts Academy to announce the 2015 grants from the Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries. Six schools in Austin ISD will receive grants up to $7,000 each, as part of more than $820,000 in grants being awarded to 123 schools in 35 states.AISD recipients include: Blackshear Elementary Fine Arts Academy, Anita Uphaus Early Childhood…

AISD and University of Texas Host 2nd Annual Education Collaborative Research Forum

Distinguished members in the field of education and researchers gathered in the main hall at the AISD Performing Arts Center for the second annual UT/AISD Collaborative Research Forum on Friday.   The purpose of the forum was to tout the work that the University of Texas and AISD researchers are conducting in pre-K-12 education.

Autism Virtual Learning Series

Does your child have an autism diagnosis? Join VELA and other families for this 3 part virtual interactive series to learn about autism, how to support your child's strengths and needs and how to get the most out of school services. Gain knowledge, strategies and resources. Must register to participate. 12-1:30 pm Wednesday, April 24: Session 3: School Services: Autism Supplement, Goals and…

Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders