Announcements

AISD Superintendent Meria Carstarphen Presents the 2013 State of the District Address

Dear AISD Community,Every year as part of our annual reporting rhythm, I present an update of the district’s goals, achievements, and challenges.  This year, I put a call out to our staff and students to help us tell our story, and, through this lens, we…

Austin ISD High School Teachers Help Improve Readiness for Texas Students

The University of Texas at Austin recently recognized four Austin ISD high schools for their participation in the College Readiness Assignments Field Test (CRAFT) program during the 2012-2013 school year. 

Akins HS Students Fight Hunger in "Canstruction" Competition

Akins High School students won big in a Central Texas competition and in the process helped fight against hunger.Akins students participated in the Capital Area Food Bank “Canstruction” competition last month, and won Best High School Entry for a structure…

Help AISD, Education Austin get 40,000 New Books to Austin Students, Sign up by Dec. 20

Education Austin hears all of the time about the struggle for teachers to inspire students who are Title-I to become great readers without access to high-quality books.Inspiring a love for reading and learning is a critical part to helping our children…

Board Recognizes Community, Donors for Support of AISD Staff and Students Affected by Oct. 31 Floods

The community and Austin ISD donors showed generous support to district students and staff members affected by the Oct. 31 flooding in Central Texas with a combined contribution of $142,900 to date.About 360 students and 25 AISD staff members lost their homes…

Setting the Table: Anderson Students Volunteer for Feast of Sharing

This morning, Anderson High School students helped to set the stage—and tables—for the Feast of Sharing by volunteering to decorate the event hall that will welcome Austin families to the holiday dinner from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26, at the…

Have a Great Teacher? Nominate Him/Her for the H-E-B- Excellence in Education Awards

Austin ISD staff members, families and community members can show support for their favorite teachers by nominating them for H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards.The awards celebrate public school professionals whose leadership and dedication inspire a love…

Elementary Schools Growing Greener: Eco-Schools Grants Help 8 Campuses Embrace Earth-friendly Practices

The National Wildlife Federation recently awarded eight Austin ISD schools with Eco-Schools grants that will go toward campus greening efforts.

Trustees Recognize Two AISD High Schools for 60th Anniversaries

Austin ISD’s Board of Trustees recognized two AISD campuses for 60 years of service to students and families during the board’s regular meeting Nov. 25.The board passed resolutions to honor McCallum High School and Travis High School, which are celebrating…

Superintendent's Message: Education for All — Giving Thanks for Your Work

Dear AISD Community,Every day, you educate our students’ minds and hearts. Every day, you work hard to nurture their abilities and dreams to ensure that every student is ready for college, career and life. Every day, you are helping Austin’s students prepare…

Trustees Recognize Local Education Champions during Nov. 25 Board Meeting

On Monday, Austin ISD's Board of Trustees approved resolutions to honor two Austin legends who championed for education—Sam Z. Coronado and Rev. Edward “Ed” Jackson. Sam Z. Coronado

AISD Theater Students Win Big at State Conference

AISD's theater students won big at this year's Texas State Thespian Festival.