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AISD Earns High Marks on Nation's Report Card
Austin ISD students continue to rank high among their peers in large urban school districts on the Nation's Report Card, ranking third in percentage of students at or above proficiency levels in fourth-grade math. Today, the National Assessment of Educational Progress reported that AISD students ranked third in fourth-grade math and second in eighth-grade math, with no districts performing…
AISD Earns High Marks on Nation's Report Card
Austin ISD students continue to rank high among their peers in large urban school districts on the Nation's Report Card, ranking third in percentage of students at or above proficiency levels in fourth-grade math. Today, the National Assessment of Educational Progress reported that AISD students ranked third in fourth-grade math and second in eighth-grade math, with no districts performing…
AISD Seeks Community Input at Public Hearing on Annual Academic Facilities Recommendations (AAFRs)
Watch the public hearing liveMembers of the public will have an opportunity this Tuesday, Oct. 30, to provide feedback on the proposed 2013-14 Annual Academic Facilities Recommendations under review by the Austin Independent School District.
Applications Being Accepted for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching
The National Science Foundation is accepting nominations and applications for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching program, the highest recognition a kindergarten through 12th grade mathematics or science teacher may receive for outstanding teaching. Awards may be given to mathematics and science teachers in each state and U.S. jurisdiction. Up to 108…
District Announces Schools Frozen to Transfers for 2018–19
Austin ISD has announced the names of schools that will be frozen to transfers during the 2018–19 school year.Each year, AISD determines which schools should be frozen to transfers because they have, or are expected to have, enrollments that exceed their capacities. Schools to be frozen to transfers in 2018–19:High schools: Akins, Bowie and McCallumMiddle schools: Lamar and…
Statement: AISD Thanks Carstarphen for Leadership, Expects to Name Interim Superintendent at Special Board Meeting Tuesday
AUSTIN, Texas—The Austin Independent School District released the following statement from Vincent Torres, president of the Board of Trustees, about Superintendent Meria Carstarphen being named as the new superintendent of Atlanta Public Schools:On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I would like to congratulate Superintendent Meria Carstarphen and wish her the very best as she leaves Austin to lead…
AISD Announces Schools Frozen to Transfers for 2018-19
Austin ISD has announced the names of schools that will be frozen to transfers during the 2018–19 school year.Each year, AISD determines which schools should be frozen to transfers because they have, or are expected to have, enrollments that exceed their capacities. Schools to be frozen to transfers in 2018–19:High schools: Akins, Bowie and McCallumMiddle schools: Lamar and Murchison
Middle School Parent Night
Families of all eighth grade students are invited to come and visit Travis High School and view all of the Career and Technical Education courses, Advanced Placement courses, Electives as well as recieve the latest update on HB5 and the new graduation requirements. Students will be able to talk to members of the following programs; Engineering, Video Game Design, 3D Printing, Hospitality,…
Dual Language Program Expansion (AAFR) Community Meeting
What: Dual Language Program Expansion (AAFR) Community Meeting. Austin ISD would like to invite you to learn more about the possible expansion of the dual language program at a community meeting on Wednesday, October 17, from 8 to 9:30 a.m. in the cafeteria of Perez Elementary, located at 7500 South Pleasant Valley Road. This meeting will be conducted in Spanish. …
AISD Hosts First District-Wide Employee Health Fair
Austin ISD employees and their families are invited to attend the district’s first Employee Health Fair on Saturday, Feb. 1, at Crockett High School, 5601 Manchaca Road.The fair is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will provide employees with the opportunity to meet with wellness vendors, enjoy activities, attend mini health seminars and win door prizes.