Announcements
Gov. Rick Perry Declares Oct. 9 Human Resources Day
Everyday, working behind the scenes to serve AISD’s approximately 86,000 students and more than 11,000 staff members, is AISD’s human resources team.The team works hard each day to ensure that our schools are staffed with high quality employees and that those…
Feedback Solicited on New Graduation Program Requirements
This week, AISD middle and high school families will receive a letter from the district about the new graduation plan requirements that were passed by the 83rd Texas Legislature.The new requirements will affect students entering the ninth grade during the…
CAC District Wide Trainings
Pursuant to recent revisions to district policy BQB(Regulation), we are offering opportunities for CAC members to attend a district-wide training event. These training events will be in addition to the CAC training options we already offer (i.e., online…
Dr. Carstarphen Discusses SEL on Education Nation
AISD Superintendent Meria Carstarphen will join three national leaders today during NBC’s Education Nation to discuss the impact of Social and Emotional Learning on school safety. The discussion is part of the fourth annual Education Nation Summit and will…
Celebrate Your Principal During National Principals Month
Celebrate Your Principal During National Principals MonthAustin ISD joins districts and organizations around the nation to honor the top talent and leaders of our more than 120 campuses: our principals.October is National Principals Month and it is dedicated…
Every Day Counts: Improved Attendance Leads to Improved Learning
The Austin City Limits festival kicks off today at Zilker Park and with it comes the lure of good music and fun. While the festival is tempting to attend today, Austin ISD wants to remind its families, students and staff members of the importance of being in…
Patton Elementary School Earns Elevate the Arts Grant for Hot Air Balloon Sculpture
This week, the American Girl Company announced that AISD’s Patton Elementary School is one of 13 across the nation to receive the Elevate the Arts grant. The grant contest asked elementary school art teachers and their students to creatively illustrate—…
Interested in Learning About New Federal Health Insurance Marketplace?
AISD's Comprehensive Health Services team has created an informational overview for the AISD community about the new federal Health Insurance Marketplace:
Austin High School's Billy Dragoo Named Theatre Educator of the Year
Austin High School Theatre Arts Director Billy Dragoo was recently named Theatre Educator of the Year by the Texas Educational Theatre Association. Dragoo will be honored at an annual conference hosted by the organization in January.Dragoo has served the…
Episode Two of Inside AISD Premiers Oct. 3
The second episode of Season 2 of Inside AISD is scheduled to premier Thursday, Oct. 3 at 6:30 p.m. on AISD TV Channel 22.
AISD Gives Campaign Kicks Off Today
Dear Team AISD, Today kicks off our AISD Gives campaign; Austin ISD and Charitable Funds Inc. are excited to partner with United Way for Greater Austin to bring you a robust and exciting campaign. Our goal this year is to reach 75% participation. Every…
AISD Earns Superior Achievement Financial Rating for 2013
District also Earned Gold Level in Comptroller’s Leadership Circle and Highest Ratings Among Texas Public Schools from Three Rating AgenciesAustin ISD continues to earn recognition for its commitment to financial accountability. For 2013, the district…