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Menchaca Elementary School
The rich history of Menchaca Elementary School began in the late 1800s. Named after Tejano Army Officer José Antonio Menchaca, the campus was originally built as a one-room schoolhouse. Modern-day Menchaca is a beautifully renovated school with outdoor learning spaces, colorful…
Wooldridge Elementary School
Wooldridge Elementary in North Austin has been serving the Quail Creek community for over 45 years. The school has a diverse population with students from all over the world. The school supports academic achievement through a positive learning environment, strong parental and community involvement…
Mendez Middle School
Mendez Middle School, serving approximately 230 students in South Austin, aims to provide students with a wealth of opportunities on their path to success. Consuelo Herrera Mendez, the school's namesake, worked as a teacher for nearly 50 years and was a tireless advocate for Mexican-American rights…
AISD Twilight Program Open Registration
If you're an Austin ISD senior behind on academic credit please see your school counselor to get signed up for the AISD Twilight Program. Open registration begins Jan. 7 and goes through Jan. 17. The program provides AISD students options for credit recovery, grade repair and attendance makeup. The program assists student who are at risk by offering support during after-school extended…
An Update on Special Education (En español)
An Update on Special Education
Community Conversations with Austin ISD - Anderson, Ann Richards, Navarro / Conversaciones comunitarias con el Austin ISD - Anderson, Ann Richards y Navarro
Austin ISD families and community members are invited to join Superintendent Stephanie Elizalde, Ed.D. and district leadership for a series of virtual Community Conversations. These sessions will be an opportunity to meet Dr. Elizalde and her leadership team and to learn more about the AISD 2020-25 Strategic Plan and 2021-22 budget process. We look forward to visiting with you! Register here:…
LASA Students Support School in Ethiopia
Work that began as a class project in Austin recently led two LASA students to the village of Gundawoojha in Ethiopia.Jack Kappelmann and Ruth Mewhinney traveled to Africa over Winter Break to begin a partnership with Tumet General Primary School.The two, along with fellow classmate Piper Newlander and LASA grad Jakob Dörnhofer, are cofounders of the nonprofit group One Mind at a Time.The idea…
Wi-Fi Buses Recognized With State-Level Award
Austin ISD has received an award for providing Wi-Fi buses to the community during the early days of the pandemic. The Texas Association of School Boards Risk Management award recognizes school districts who try to mitigate risks to student or staff safety. Typically risk management is focused on reducing collisions on the roadway. However, when the pandemic arrived it changed how the…
Crockett ECHS Principal Receives Prestigious “Champions for School Climate” Award
When you visit Crockett Early College High School, you walk into an atmosphere that is committed to equity, supportive relationships, quality teaching and learning, and a sense of belonging. These qualities were stewarded by Principal Kori Crawford which led her to earn the Champions for School Climate award by the Aspen Institute Education & Society Program.
Austin ISD Pride Week - Reflection Day
Austin ISD Pride Week Events Every year, to celebrate LGBTQIA+ students, staff and families Austin ISD hosts its own Pride Week, a time to highlight the district's commitment to creating a safe, supportive and inclusive environment. This year's weeklong celebration is April 19–24, which aligns with GLSEN’s student-led National Day of Silence on Friday, April 23.