Announcements

Austin ISD Celebrates Police Appreciation Week

Austin ISD is proud to recognize the AISD Police Department during National Police Week. Working around the clock, the AISD Police Department establishes a safe and secure environment for students to learn, grow and succeed inside and outside of the classroom…

Austin ISD Celebrates Nurse, School Health Assistant of the Year

Austin ISD is proud to announce that Becky Jurgensen has been selected as School Nurse of the Year and Maryke Benner as School Health Assistant of the Year.Jurgensen is the nurse at The Rosedale School, which serves students with complex medical and…

Mathews Elementary School Honors Community Members on May 8

Mathews Elementary School will induct three community members into the Mathews Hall of Honor, recognizing the significant effect their lives of service have made in the Austin community. The 2015 annual Hall of Honor induction ceremony begins at 9:15 a.m…

Local Law Enforcement Says Supporting Pre-K Now Pays off Later

Council for a Strong America held a press conference at Austin ISD’s Uphaus Early Childhood Center on April 21 to support funding Pre-K. Austin ISD Police Department Capt. Chris Evoy, Austin Police Department Chief Art Acevedo and Travis County Sheriffs…

May 6 is National Bike to School Day

National Bike to School Day began in 2012, working with the League of American Cyclists to coordinate events for National Bike Month. Students throughout the U.S. may ride their bikes to school May 6. Drivers can help keep everyone safe by watching…

Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4–8; Thank a Teacher with Timely Tips

Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4–8. AISD’s recognition will continue throughout the month—and includes Salute on Tuesday, May 19, at the AISD Performing Arts Center.This is a wonderful opportunity for school communities to celebrate AISD’s more than 6,…

Austin ISD Celebrates Physical Fitness and Sports Month

AISD is supporting the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition in honor of National Physical Fitness and Sports Month.During the month of May, all AISD staff are challenged to get 30 minutes of physical activity every day. Students are…

Community Budget Conversations

Austin ISD wants your feedback about the district’s preliminary budget. Throughout the month of May, AISD will host community budget conversations to discuss strategic investment in priorities, projected shortfalls, long-range financial planning and proposed…

Lanier and Crockett High Schools Race to Read 1 Million Pages

Since Jan. 19, Lanier and Crockett high school students, teachers and staff have been participating in a marathon—a race to read 1 million pages.

Student Voices: Senior Shares Journey to Ivy League

by Sonny StephensAustin High School, Maroon NewsGrowing up, I had big dreams: Become an engineer. Become a movie star. Become the president. You name it.I always wanted to be the best at whatever I did. And, as an only child, I have been naturally well-…

AISD Environmental Stewardship Advisory Committee Seeks New Members

The Austin ISD Environmental Stewardship Advisory Committee is now accepting applications for new members and co-chairs.ESAC provides guidance to AISD on environmental education, stewardship and sustainability. People with diverse interests and…

Legislative Session: AISD Testifies on Endorsements for Special Education Programs

HB 3417 relates to providing endorsements for public high school students enrolled in special education programs. This morning, Tony Dishner, principal of Clifton Career Development School, provided testimony on the bill.Good afternoon, Chairman…