Announcements
Student Coverage: Dr. Cruz Presents State of the District, Emphasizes 'We Are AISD'
Interim Superintendent Dr. Paul Cruz gave the State of the District Address today at the University of Texas Alumni Center.
Risk of Ebola Very Low in Austin ISD
Austin ISD is committed to the safety and health of all students and staff. On Sept. 30, doctors confirmed that a patient hospitalized in Dallas County had been infected with the ebola virus. This is the first imported case of ebola to be…
Austin ISD Offering Free Flu Shot Clinics
Throughout the month of October, Austin ISD and H-E-B will host free flu shot clinics for AISD staff and family members.Flu shots are free for anyone insured through AISD.* Flu shots are $22 for those not insured through AISD. Children younger than 7 must…
AISD Awarded $349,000 Grant to Help Strengthen Arts-Based Instruction in Title I Schools
AUSTIN, Texas—On Friday, Sept. 26, the U.S. Department of Education awarded Austin ISD the 2014 Professional Development for Arts Educators grant for specialized training of music teachers and enhanced fine arts coaching for general classroom teachers in…
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…