Announcements
Students Continue to Exceed State, National Averages on SAT, ACT
Austin ISD student continue to outpace their peers throughout the state on the SAT and ACT exams, according to data released by the College Board today.The district’s average SAT composite score of 1098 exceeded the state and the national averages at 1019 and…
More Information: Water-testing Results by Facility, FAQs
Dear Austin ISD Families,The health and safety of all our students is Austin ISD's top priority. With that in mind, we want to share with you the results of testing done on our drinking water. [Información en español]The city of Austin is the source of…
District of Innovation Campus-Level Schedule Changes Begin Sept. 25
Students at 23 campuses will enjoy an additional day off next week—while faculty and staff expand their professional learning—as District of Innovation schedule changes begin at the campus level.
Lanier's Tara Bordeaux Named Texas Secondary Teacher of the Year
The Texas Association of School Administrators announced today that Lanier Early College High School Teacher Tara Bordeaux has been chosen as the 2018 Texas Secondary Teacher of the Year.Ms. B, as she's known to her students, will represent the state as Texas…
Why Austin ISD’s $1.05 Billion Bond Would Not Raise Property Tax Rates
When Austin ISD trustees called a $1.05 billion bond proposal in June, they said it would come with no tax rate increase, leaving some to wonder how that would be possible.AISD Chief Financial Officer Nicole Conley Johnson said that is partly because the…
AISD Closed for Labor Day, Sept. 4
Austin families are reminded that Monday, Sept. 4, is Labor Day. All schools in Austin ISD will be closed Monday and students and staff should not report to schools and offices. Classes will resume on Tuesday, Sept.
Austin Ed Fund Creates Harvey Relief Fund for Evacuee Students in Austin
Austin ISD welcomes all students impacted by Hurricane Harvey. At the community’s request, Austin ISD has created a way for community members to donate to support the needs of evacuees enrolling in Austin ISD through Austin Ed Fund. Funds will provide…
Austin ISD Hosts 2017 Bond Open Houses
Austin ISD is hosting a series of informational open houses to learn more about the 2017 Bond and how it could affect each campus. Meetings are 5:30–7:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and are designed in a come-and-go format, with presentations at 5:45 p.m…
AISD is Aiding Harvey Evacuees; Here's How You Can Help
Austin ISD is an integral part of emergency relief for Hurricane Harvey. We currently have evacuees in several locations and will respond to further needs for shelters as we are able.For those concerned about the safety of loved ones affected by the storm,…
Superintendent Paul Cruz: Hurricane Harvey Update
Dear Austin ISD Family,The safety of our greater Austin ISD family is always our top priority. We continue to monitor Hurricane Harvey and developing weather conditions to determine how it could affect our campuses.
AISD Field Trips and Athletics Activities Canceled Today, Aug. 25
The safety and security of students and staff are our No. 1 priority. With that in mind, all AISD field trips and athletics canceled today, Aug. 25. In addition, the Austin Pride Parade scheduled for Saturday has been rescheduled for Sept. 16.
AISD Expands Health Care Services, Implements Virtual Visits
Austin ISD has expanded health care services across the district and implemented an innovative virtual visit service at three high schools in partnership with Seton Healthcare.Using secure audio and visual technology, certified health assistants at campuses…