Announcements
Learning through Literacy: Grant Connects AISD Schools with Libraries
Late last month, kindergarten students at Graham Elementary School filed in, one by one, into their school library.
Hundreds of Volunteers Participate in Entrepreneurs Foundation’s Annual Fall Service Day
On Friday, Nov. 15, the Entrepreneurs Foundation’s launched its Annual Fall Service Day at Norman and Barbara Jordan elementary schools. The event was a success, bringing AISD together with hundreds of community volunteers.
AISD High School Students: Questions about college? ACC has answers.
Austin Community College has extended its ACC 1-on-1 advising for AISD families.The program allows parents and students to speak directly with an advisor about spring registration or planning for the future.
Community Invited to Special Showcase to Learn About LASA
The parents, staff and students of AISD's Liberal Arts and Science Academy invite prospective students and their families to learn more about the prestigious academic magnet school during a special showcase event.
Community Invited to Attend Meetings on Extending Dual Language Programs to Middle School
AISD is hosting two meetings this month to provide families with more information about the district's dual language programs. During the presentations, families will learn about AISD's efforts to extend the program to the middle school level. …
Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce Recognizes AISD Schools and Educators
Today, the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce recognized outstanding AISD schools and educators with awards:
Superintendent Carstarphen: Akins Students are Amazing in F1 in Schools Event
Superintendent Meria Carstarphen said she was so impressed while spending time with our outstanding Akins High School students at the SAE "F1 in Schools" Technology Challenge 2013 Worlds Final Sunday.In her Power of Us blog, the superintendent wrote:…
Pease Elementary Celebrates its Naming as a Recorded Texas Historical Landmark
Last week, AISD's Pease Elementary School celebrated its designation by the Texas Historical Commission as a Recorded Texas Historical Landmark by unveiling a historical marker in front of the school. AISD Trustees Amber Elenz, Gina Hinojosa and Ann…
Anderson Grads Participate in Prestigious Science & Engineering Apprenticeship Program
Last summer, Anderson High School graduates Leon Kozinakov and Amanda Meriwether were selected to participate in the Science and Engineering Apprenticeship Program at the Applied Research Laboratories at the University of Texas at Austin. S&EAP provides…
Superintendent Carstarphen: Recognize Our Heroes During Veterans Day
Dear Colleagues,Veterans Day will be celebrated throughout the nation Monday, November 11, to honor and pay tribute to the brave men and women who selflessly gave of themselves to defend our nation's cherished way of life.I invite all of you to join…
Superintendent Carstarphen Earns 2013 DeWitty/Overton Freedom Award
NAACP honors educator for efforts to address disparities within districtThe Austin chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People is awarding the 2013 DeWitty/Overton Freedom Award to Austin ISD Superintendent Meria Carstarphen.The…
Lanier High School FFA Hosts Pet Clinic
The Lanier High School agriculture department hosts its annual fall pet vaccination clinic this month, where for $20 families can bring in their pets to receive vaccinations that will be active for a full year. Vaccinations for worming and kennel cough will…