Announcements
Superintendent Carstarphen: How AISD Works to Ensure Gun Free Zones; Prevention and Security for Student and Staff Safety
Dear AISD Colleagues and Community: Experts report that school- and college-age kids are not only safer but far more secure on school campuses than anywhere else. Still, I know that I am struggling in the wake of the recent tragedy at Lanier High School.
Tonight: We are all Vikings; Happy Homecoming Lanier
Go all ye Vikings: After this week's tragedy, Lanier students come together for Homecoming festivities tonight at Nelson Field.Principal Kathy Ryan thanks Austin for the outpouring of love and support for the school and invites the community to cheer on the…
More than 3,000 Professional Development Videos Available to AISD Staff through New Human Capital Platform Site
Austin ISD is excited to announce a new professional development system for all AISD staff. With HCP and PD360, you can now access professional development anywhere, anytime.
Suicide Prevention—Know the Signs, Ask for Help
The number one priority for all AISD teachers and principals is the safety and well-being of our students. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, suicide is among the five leading causes of death for teenagers, and it’s critical to us…
Superintendent: Our Deepest Sympathy to the Lanier Community
Dear Colleagues, Partners and Community Members: It is with a heavy heart that I share with you the tragedy that occurred earlier today at Lanier High School. I regret to inform you that a student died at the school due to a self-inflicted gunshot wound…
AISD Offers Tips for Talking about Tragedy
Our district's Learning Support Department recommends the following tips for parents to discuss tragedy with their children. This guidance is provided from the American School Counseling Association. What Can You Do?Reassure your child or teen that he or…
AISD PD Report Student Shot Himself at Lanier
The AISD community is deeply saddened to report a student shot himself at Lanier High School earlier today, Tuesday, Oct. 15. The student has succumbed to the wound. Counseling services have been available to students, families and staff since…
City of Austin, NI Recognized by State Board of Education for Contributions to AISD
Austin ISD depends on its partners, local businesses and volunteer groups to help support the district’s more than 85,000 students each day.Two of these partners were recognized for their work recently by the State Board of Education, which awarded the City…
'American Teacher: Heroes in the Classroom' Features Cunningham Educator
AISD’s Emily E. Smith is one of 50 teachers featured in Random House and Welcome Books’ “American Teacher: Heroes in the Classroom."The publishers joined forces to interview thousands of educators in every state during the past three years, which culminated…
Cómo hablar con sus hijos: Cuando ocurre una tragedia
Es posible que su hijo tenga muchas preguntas en cuanto al motivo de esta tragedia. El Departamento de Apoyo al Aprendizaje y la Asociación Americana de Consejeros Escolares ofrecen a los padres consejos para hablar con sus hijos sobre esta tragedia. ¿…
AISD Hosts Community Meetings to Gather Input on Future of Allan Elementary Facility
Austin ISD and Austin Voices for Education and Youth are holding community meetings this fall to gather input about possible uses of the currently vacant Allan Elementary School facility.The meetings are scheduled as follows:
Lanier HS Kicks Off Homecoming Week with Parade and Fall Festival
Families, staff and community members are invited to help Lanier High School kickoff the 2013 Homecoming Week with a parade and Fall Festival Oct. 12.The parade will include the Lanier band, cheerleaders, Vikettes, football team and other school groups, as…