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Fiesta Akins to be Held on May 6
Fiesta Akins will be held on Friday, May 6, from 6 to 8 p.m., in the Akins High School courtyard, 10701 South First Street. Fiesta Akins is a celebration recognizing and honoring the customs and traditions of the Hispanic community. The fiesta will feature a keynote address by Susana Almanza, Co-Founder of PODER, Ballet Folklorico performances from Paredes Middle School, Perez Elementary and…
Toros To Host 2011 Dennis Johnson Memorial High School All-Star Games
The Austin Toros will host the 2011 Dennis Johnson Memorial High School All-Star Classic games on April 2 at Cedar Park Center. The All-Star Girl’s game starts at 3:00 p.m. and the Boy’s All-Star game at 4:30 p.m. Standout players from across the greater Central Texas area will compete against each other in a North vs. South format. The annual game honors former NBA great, and 2010 Hall of Fame…
Feria Para Aprender (Education Fair)
Come join us for sixth annual Feria Para Aprender, a free Spanish-language education fair that will help you and your child learn to navigate the US educational system from elementary school through college. The Feria will be held on Saturday, Jan. 28 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the North Austin Event Center (10601 N. Lamar).
International Walk-To-School Day
The walk will start at 1204 Payton Gin Road to Woodridge Elementary School. For more information call the main desk of Woodrige Elementary, (512) 414-2353.
Eastside Memorial High School Commencement Ceremony
Commencement Ceremony for Eastside Memorial at the Johnston Campus' Class of 2012Wednesday, May 302:00 p.m.University of Texas' Frank Erwin Center1701 Red River Street Austin, TX 78701Watch the live feed >
AISD's 'Two-Way' Dual Language Schools Expand to Six
The Austin School District has expanded — from four to six — the number of elementary schools that will offer its “Two-Way” Dual Language program beginning in Fall 2011. Sunset Valley and Travis Heights elementary schools will join Becker, Ridgetop, Perez, and Wooten elementaries in offering the program for students in Pre-Kindergarten through first grade.
AISD Seeks Nominations for Latino Community Awards
The Austin School District invites the community to submit award nominations for citizens and organizations supportive of Latino students or services that enhance the academic achievement of Latino students. Three Latino Community Awards will be presented in conjunction with the District’s Latino Academic Achievement Awards event honoring outstanding students. The Community Awards are:
Winter Break
The Austin Independent School District's 2011 Winter Holiday schedule is as follows:The last day of class for AISD students is Tuesday, Dec.20.All schools and district offices will be closed beginning Thursday, Dec. 22, and reopen on Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2012.Students return to school on Thursday, Jan. 5, 2012.Emergencies should be reported to AISD Police at 414-1703.
Texas Education Human Resource Day
The Governor has proclaimed October 12, 2011 as Texas Education Human Resources Day to help build awareness of the crucial role human resources (HR) professionals play in recruiting, staffing, and retaining quality staff to provide an excellent education for all students.
Transportation Appreciation Week
Austin ISD will say thank you to its transportation employees during National School Bus Safety Week, October 17-21. This year’s theme is, “Be Aware – Know the Danger Zone!”Transportation employees will be recognized on Monday, October 17 at 6:00 a.m. at the Saegert terminal and on Tuesday, October 17 at 6:00 a.m. at the Nelson terminal. Refreshments will be provided for employees.