Announcements
Austin Ed Fund Creates Harvey Relief Fund for Evacuee Students in Austin
Austin ISD welcomes all students impacted by Hurricane Harvey. At the community’s request, Austin ISD has created a way for community members to donate to support the needs of evacuees enrolling in Austin ISD through Austin Ed Fund. Funds will provide…
Austin ISD Hosts 2017 Bond Open Houses
Austin ISD is hosting a series of informational open houses to learn more about the 2017 Bond and how it could affect each campus. Meetings are 5:30–7:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and are designed in a come-and-go format, with presentations at 5:45 p.m…
AISD is Aiding Harvey Evacuees; Here's How You Can Help
Austin ISD is an integral part of emergency relief for Hurricane Harvey. We currently have evacuees in several locations and will respond to further needs for shelters as we are able.For those concerned about the safety of loved ones affected by the storm,…
Superintendent Paul Cruz: Hurricane Harvey Update
Dear Austin ISD Family,The safety of our greater Austin ISD family is always our top priority. We continue to monitor Hurricane Harvey and developing weather conditions to determine how it could affect our campuses.
AISD Field Trips and Athletics Activities Canceled Today, Aug. 25
The safety and security of students and staff are our No. 1 priority. With that in mind, all AISD field trips and athletics canceled today, Aug. 25. In addition, the Austin Pride Parade scheduled for Saturday has been rescheduled for Sept. 16.
AISD Expands Health Care Services, Implements Virtual Visits
Austin ISD has expanded health care services across the district and implemented an innovative virtual visit service at three high schools in partnership with Seton Healthcare.Using secure audio and visual technology, certified health assistants at campuses…
Lanier ECHS Teacher Named One of Six Finalists for 2018 Texas Teacher of the Year
Lanier Early College High School teacher Tara Bordeaux has been named one of six finalists for 2018 Teacher of the Year by the Texas Association of School Administrators.“Today we recognize six Texas educators who show true dedication to their students…
Do’s and Don’ts: Communicating about the 2017 November Bond
This article was written specifically for Austin ISD employees.The Austin Independent School District Board of Trustees unanimously approved a November 7, 2017 bond election for $1,050,984,000, which would bring 21st century learning spaces to students…
Austin High Students Prepared with Chromebooks for First Day of School
By: Auston Abrego, Ausitn High School studentEvery student at Austin High is able to check out one of over 2,000 Chromebooks this year through the Everyone:1 initiative. Originally piloted at Garza, it is now being implemented for the first time on a…
TEA Says AISD Exceeds All Targets of State Accountability System; 117 AISD Schools Obtain State's Highest Rating
According to the Texas Education Agency's preliminary accountability ratings, 117 of the district's schools have met standard or met alternative standard–the highest rating schools can earn-on the state's accountability system, and 58 schools earned a…
AISD Chief Financial Officer Invited to Testify Before the House Public Education Committee
Austin ISD Chief Financial Officer Nicole Conley was invited to testify before the House Public Education Committee on July 24. Below is a transcript of her testimony.For more information about the district's legislative priorities this session, please…
How Do I Find STAAR Results? Answers here!
The Texas Education Agency has redesigned the way STAAR results are communicated to families by revising their Parent Website as well as the Confidential Student Report. The reports were emailed to parents and guardians with valid email…