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AISD Hosts First District-wide Employee Health Fair
AUSTIN, Texas—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.
KEYE TV Wraps Up Filming of AISD High School Spotlight Series
This year, Austin ISD and KEYE TV worked together to show the Central Texas community what makes AISD high schools truly unique. Every Thursday morning during the series, the community got a chance to see, first hand, the excellent work performed by our high school students, teachers and campus leaders.You can watch the videos from every high school broadcast by clicking on the links below:
District Looks to Finalize Actions to Liquidate Buildings
The Austin Independent School District is moving forward with the sale of several buildings including the district's headquarters building, the Carruth Administration Center, located at 1111 W. Sixth St., pending approval of the district's trustees. Previously, the board began a plan of action to review its assets. District officials began soliciting bids for certain properties through…
Changes to Public Comment at Austin ISD Board Meetings
Two types of public comment sections are scheduled to take place during each regular voting meeting. The section labeled “General Public Comment” will be at the beginning of the meeting and is designed for trustees to hear comments about items not listed on the agenda. The section labeled “Public Testimony” is listed for agenda-specific comments about the items scheduled for action or for…
AISD Hosts Screening of "Bully"
Austin, TX—The Austin Independent School District will host a screening of the movie, "Bully" Wednesday, April 25, at Alamo Drafthouse. The screening will feature a discussion immediately following the film led by Superintendent Meria Carstarphen.
Media Advisory: Mobile Clinic Brings Glasses and Grins
Note: This media advisory was sent on behalf of Austin Community Foundation. Austin Community Foundation and Essilor Vision Foundation partner with the Seton Healthcare Family to bring eye exams and prescription glasses to area school children. WHO: Austin Community Foundation, Essilor Vision Founda
Walk for the Water
Walk for the Water is the fourth step in A Legacy of Giving’s youth philanthropy program. Legacy students, parents and friends representing 35 Legacy schools will carry water jugs and walk the representative 3.7 miles that people in developing countries walk one way to access clean water.Student advocates use their time and talent to raise awareness and donations. 100 percent of student donations…
AISD Students More Likely Than Peers to Continue Attending College Beyond Freshman Year
Austin ISD students are exceeding the achievements of their peers again, as more AISD grads continue their college educations beyond their freshman year.A recent report using data from the Class of 2013 shows that the number of AISD students who enroll in college and then proceed to a second year exceeds the national average by 13 percentage points at four-year universities*.At two-year colleges…
Austin ISD SAT Scores Exceed State, National Averages
Austin ISD's average SAT composite score once again exceeded the state and the national averages. The district has beat the state and national averages on both the SAT and ACT since 2013. "Our students are making great academic strides and making a great name for our district," AISD Superintendent Paul Cruz said.
From Culinary to Robotics: AISD Promotes Programs at High School Showcase
Austin ISD invites students, their families and the community to its High School Showcase.What: This free event is open to the public and aims to help visitors learn more about the innovative programs AISD high schools offer.When: 9 a.m.–noon Saturday, Dec. 10Where: Austin High School, 1715 Cesar Chavez St.Free shuttle service to and from the showcase is available at the following locations: