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UT Austin Launches the TEXAS MicroMajor for High School Students
AUSTIN, Texas – The University of Texas at Austin is launching the TEXAS MicroMajor™, a new initiative to help high school students become better prepared for succeeding at leading universities. The MicroMajor program builds on UT Austin’s leadership in working with school districts, educators and students across the state to bridge gaps between traditional high school courses and the…
MEDIA AVAILABILITY #GottaCatchtheBus: Student Safety and New Bus App Launch
As AISD returns to class next week, about 22,000 students will be riding AISD buses each day to and from school. This year AISD will be launching an app to help students and families anticipate a bus's arrival time.
Austin ISD Releases Demographic Report
Today, Austin ISD released its annual demographic report. The report shows the district will see student population increases in northwest, far south and southeast Austin. Some schools, such as Blazier, Doss, Hill and Menchaca elementary schools, are expected to be above capacity. Overall, the district expects an average annual reduction in student population of less than 1 percent…
More than 100 AISD Schools Earn No Place for Hate Designation in 2012-13
The Austin Independent School District is on its way to becoming the largest district in the state to earn the designation as a No Place for Hate district, a distinction that represents the district’s commitment to creating and maintaining an inclusive and culturally proficient school environment.
Gorzycki Middle School
Gorzycki Middle School first opened its doors to students in 2009. Gorzycki is named in honor of longtime music educator and band director Diane Elaine Gorzycki, who worked with the Austin ISD for 30 years. GMS strives to create a secure and collaborative climate where students are empowered to…
Walnut Creek Elementary School
Walnut Creek Elementary creates a challenging and nurturing environment for all scholars to develop their talents and skills. Walnut Creek is proud to provide Pre-K3 and Pre-K4, dual language and Social Emotional Learning through a trauma-based approach. En Walnut Creek crea un ambiente…
Annual Tamalada Brings Together Travis Students, Staff, Families
In a chilly kitchen at Travis Early College High School this week, students from the school's Institute of Hospitality and Culinary Arts welcomed parents, teachers and staff for the annual tamalada.Chef and teacher Adam Phillips joined the Travis family this fall and was taking part in his first tamalada, or tamal-making party.Phillips, who worked in restaurants for 15 years before becoming a…
Anderson High School Celebrates 40th Anniversary Oct. 25-26
L.C. Anderson High School invites alumni, current and former staff; students and their families; and the community to celebrate its 40th anniversary with an Anniversary Program, Homecoming game and other events Oct. 25-26.
Anderson High School Celebrates 40th Anniversary Oct. 25-26
Austin, Texas—L.C. Anderson High School invites alumni, current and former staff; students and their families; and the community to celebrate its 40th anniversary with an Anniversary Program, Homecoming game and other events Oct. 25-26.