Announcements
CDC Recommends Everyone Wear Masks Indoors
On Tuesday, The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated their guidelines, recommending masks for all individuals indoors regardless of vaccination status.
COVID-19 protocols for the new school year (En Español)
We’re releasing an overview of our health and safety protocols for the new school year. You can view the entire document below. As conditions continue to change, we will be updating our protocols. We’re committed to providing a safe and healthy environment…
AISD looking into homebound instructional program for remote learning (En español)
Austin ISD is looking into how the current homebound instructional program might help eligible students receive remote learning until they can be vaccinated.
Statement from Superintendent about Stage 3 (En español)
As our community returns to Stage 3 COVID protocols, we are committed to providing your children a safe school experience just as we did during the last school year. Read story > That's why we are continually offering vaccination opportunities to our…
Let’s Talk Question of the Week (En español)
Question: Will Austin ISD require masks and/or offer a virtual learning option in response to recent news about new variant strains?
District Encourages Vaccinations in Wake of Governor’s Order
Austin ISD leaders encouraged students ages 12 and older and their families to get vaccinated because masks will become optional after June 4, per the governor’s executive order issued Tuesday, May 18.
Important COVID-19 Updates (En español)
We’re getting a lot of questions about vaccinations and our COVID-19 policies, especially in light of the CDC’s big news today about fully vaccinated people not needing to wear masks. We want to let you know how this impacts Austin ISD and update you on other…
Middle School Students Can Now Participate in AISD Vaccine Clinics
Austin ISD is ready to get 12 to 15-year-old students access to the COVID-19 vaccine. The Food and Drug Administration authorized for emergency use of the safe and effective Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for the age group. Austin ISD has made plans to…
Austin ISD Updates COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Students
Effective May 12, Austin ISD is changing its COVID-19 policies, including easing mask requirements for outdoor activities that incorporate social distancing, allowing outdoor ceremonies and other activities for education purposes, and shortening the…