Announcements
Student Films Premiere During SXSWedu
Austin ISD hosts a special SXSWedu premiere of stories from students about how they are supported, challenged and encouraged to succeed.Student films—representing 17 AISD high schools—capture the richness and diversity of life in the district’s high…
AISD Celebrates Youth Art Month with Student-Designed Billboard
"Imagine the Possibilities," the 2017 theme of Austin ISD's Youth Art Month, kicked off with the signing of a student-designed billboard.Travis Early College High School art student David Thang signed his artwork on the billboard at 1614 Montopolis Road.The…
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 Feb. 28. Below is a transcript of her testimony.For more information about the district's legislative priorities this session, please…
My Brother's Keeper Thrives at Webb Middle School
On a recent day in February, students and staff at Webb Middle School gathered eagerly in the school's library. Every month, the 30 or so sixth-graders are joined by their mentors in the My Brother's Keeper program, aimed at students considered chronically…
Before the UIL: Austin ISD's First African-American Head Coach Looks Back
Nathan Hendricks remembers his time as a football coach at Johnston High School well. But while he is celebrated for breaking the coaching color barrier in Austin ISD, Hendricks said he really just wanted to do what he loved.
Cook Elementary School Teacher Named Bilingual Educator of the Year
Rodrigo Rodriguez-Tovar was born in Mexico, but he found his calling in America. The fourth grade bilingual teacher at Cook Elementary School has been named Teacher of the Year by the National Association for Bilingual Education."I started teaching…
District Embraces Opportunities, Challenges in #AISDFuture
Austin ISD's mission—to prepare students for college, career and life by reinventing the urban school experience—is one the district takes seriously.This mission requires thoughtful discussions about aging facilities and the best way to anticipate the needs…
Austin ISD FAQ: Your rights, immigration and resources at Austin ISD
Your rights, immigration and resources at Austin ISD Austin ISD supports all our students, families and staff members. Please read this joint statement from the Austin ISD Board of Trustees and Superintendent Paul Cruz. Q: I have been…
Austin ISD Basketball Teams Ready for Playoffs
Austin ISD's best basketball teams will hit the hardcourt, bidding to keep their state title hopes alive.Girls' Regional Quarterfinals:, Feb. 21:Bowie High vs. Pflugerville–7 p.m., Delco Center Austin High vs. Kerrville Tivy–7 p.m., LlanoBoys' Bi-…
District Seeks Input as Part of Search for Fine Arts Director
Austin ISD is conducting a nationwide search for a new fine arts director and invites families, students and staff to complete an online survey to let us know what you'd like to see in a new director.The community is also invited to join us 6–7:30 p.m.…
Cultural Uni-tea: AISD Hosts 26 Uruguayan Teachers
Last week was one week of firsts for the 26 teachers visiting Austin ISD from Uruguay.Two who were visiting Pillow Elementary School said that, for the first time, they had flown in a plane, eaten tacos and drunk Dr Pepper.Each teacher in the two-week program…
Something to Cheer About: Bowie Squad Perseveres for Historic Season
The Bowie High School cheerleaders' path to the Happiest Place on Earth was anything but easy.The squad didn't have a coach all summer, revamped its routine twice one month before the Universal Cheerleaders Association national competition, and lost several…