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Free Health Risk Assessments Available to AISD Employees Beginning Jan. 21
Beginning Jan. 21 through Feb. 16, all AISD employees who are eligible for health care benefits can take a free, and 100% confidential Health Risk Assessment. The assessment will provide you with insight on your current health and can help you identify potential health risks. All personal health information is confidential and protected. The assessment can:
U.S Army "Blackhawk" Helicopter visits James Bowie High School
James Bowie High School students and faculty will have the unique opportunity to see a U.S. Army UH-60 "Blackhawk" helicopter land and take off from the athletic fields at 9 a.m. on Dec. 2. The event was coordinated between the district and school officials, Bowie's Air Force Junior ROTC program and the Texas Army National Guard. Some classes will have the chance to tour the helicopter and talk…
Everything you need to get back to school (En español)
We’re in the final countdown to the first day of school! Check out the resources below to make sure you are ready for a great year. Why it matters: Being prepared with the right information can make the first day of school stress-free and enjoyable for both you and your children.
Assistance League of Austin donates $30K to reduce lunch debt (En español)
To mark the organization’s 50th anniversary, the Assistance League of Austin visited Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders Sept. 13 to present the grant that will help provide healthy meals to students, regardless of account balances.
AISD to Host Free Citywide Electronics Recycling Event April 26
AUSTIN, Texas—The Austin Independent School District will host a free, citywide electronics recycling event Saturday, April 26 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the parking lot at Austin High School, 1715 W. Cesar Chavez St.Consumers are encouraged to bring their used electronics to the event for recycling; accepted items are listed below. The event is being coordinated by ARC, a technology partner of…
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Select a title below to expand the menu. Why do I need to complete a background check to volunteer? To help keep our schools safe, all volunteers must complete a background check. This step ensures we follow district policies and protect our students and staff.
Media Availability AISD, City of Austin Transportation Dept. Remind Community to Be Safe on the Road
AISD and the City of Austin urge community members to recognize the importance of school bus safety.
AISD Celebrates Bus Safety Oct. 20–24
The Austin Independent School District willjoin other school districts and transporting agencies throughout the nation in celebrating the importance of National School Bus Safety and Transportation Employees Appreciation Week Oct. 20–24.This year’s theme, “At my Stop, you Stop” reminds motorists to stop when a school bus has its red warning lights flashing for students to load and unload.
Children’s Author Yuyi Morales to Visit Mathews Elementary School
AUSTIN, TEXAS—Austin ISD welcomes Yuyi Morales children’s book author and illustrator to Mathews Elementary School for a reading of her new book, “Niño Wrestles the World.” What: Reading with Mexican-American author Yuyi Morales, featuring remarks by AISD Chief Academic Officer Pauline Dow
MEDIA ADVISORY: National Geographic Explorer Visits AISD Schools
AUSTIN, Texas—Today, AISD students and teachers will learn about geothermal energy from Andrés Ruzo, a geoscientist and National Geographic Young Explorers grantee.