Announcements
Covington Middle School Teacher Earns Jane Nethercut Award for Excellence in Philanthropy
AUSTIN, Texas—Covington Middle School teacher Shirley Hartmann recently accepted the Jane Nethercut Award for Excellence in Philanthropy Education, an award recognizing Central Texas educators for inspiring students to make a difference in their communities,…
Sept. 29–Oct. 3 is Custodian and Maintenance Appreciation Week
Austin ISD proudly recognizes Custodian and Maintenance Appreciation Week, Sept. 29–Oct. 3. From spotless floors to roof repairs, AISD custodial and maintenance staff work hard to keep our facilities clean and safe. Day in and day out, they arrive early…
AISD Partners with Aetna for Health Care Benefits
After an extensive search and assessment process, Austin ISD has selected Aetna to provide district staff members with a variety of cost-effective health insurance plan options. Beginning Jan. 1, 2015, Aetna will replace our longtime partner, BlueCross…
Austin ISD Board of Trustees Approves Appointment of Human Resources Executive Director
On Sept. 29, the Austin ISD Board of Trustees approved the appointment of Dora Fabelo, Ph. D., as executive director of Human Resources.Fabelo has a strong history with the district, including service as a teacher, assistant principal, founding principal of…
AISD Encourages Employees to Take Health Risk Assessment
Austin ISD is encouraging all employees to make #AISDProud and take a step toward better health by taking a Health Risk Assessment.Through Oct. 31, AISD employees who are eligible for health care benefits can take a free, 100 percent confidential Health…
Austin ISD Encourages Veterans to Apply for Diplomas
Since 2002, Austin ISD has awarded belated high school diplomas to war veterans who have served in the armed forces without finishing high school. Veterans who are eligible have served in World War II, Korean War, Vietnam War, Persian Gulf War, Iraq War…
Austin ISD Recognizes Emergency Preparedness Month
September is Emergency Preparedness Month and the perfect time to recognize the work of Austin ISD's Emergency Management Team.Through risk analyses, staff trainings, preparedness plans and response actions, the department works to ensure the safety and…
A Legacy of Leadership: AAUL Adopts Garcia Young Men's Leadership Academy
When the Austin Area Urban League celebrated its 37th Annual Equal Opportunity Day Gala this weekend, the civil rights organization announced its members are adopting the Gus Garcia Young Men's Leadership Academy.AAUL assists African-Americans and all…
Cunningham Teacher Earns Children in Nature Award, Welcomes Community to Join Fall Farm Days
When children at Cunningham Elementary School have questions about where their food comes from, they do not need to look far for an answer. The Cobras are gaining hands-on experience in the farm-to-table process just a few feet away from their classroom.…
KLRU Invites AISD to Help Guide New American Graduate Project
AISD is joining KLRU and community partners to raise awareness about dropout rates and to create sustainable solutions to boost high-school readiness,KLRU, Austin's PBS station, has been awarded a $200,000 American Graduate community service grant from the…
Mazda Promotes STEM Careers at Bowie and Akins High Schools
On Sept. 16–17, Akins and Bowie high school students learned about science, technology, engineering and math careers from Mazda racecar driver Joel Miller. The driver is among a hand full of racers who is also a mechanical engineer, though Mazda also employs…
Austin ISD Now Enrolling Students for Free Pre-K
Austin ISD is now enrolling students for free Pre-Kindergarten. The program will offer children hands-on, purposeful opportunities for learning and will build a firm foundation for educational success.