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Health Guidelines for School Attendance Keeping a sick child home protects other children, school staff, and visiting community members from catching an illness that can be spread from person to person. A sick child who is unable to participate at school should be kept home to rest and recover until symptoms improve. Please be aware of the following guidelines for school attendance.…
Public Health Corner
Special Public Health Announcements Free at home COVID-19 tests now available Visit: https://www.covid.gov/tests (Select a topic to expand)
Resources
The Austin Independent School District partners with community organizations to inform families and staff about institutions and services available in our local community. Austin ISD does not advocate or recommend any specific agency, program, or service. This information is supplied as a reference if you choose to use it. This list is assembled as a courtesy and is not a complete or…
Health Screenings
Austin ISD will conduct the following health screenings using certified screeners in accordance with guidance from the Texas Department of State Health Services and as required by Board Policy FFAA.
Mental Health Awareness Month (En español)
Austin ISD teachers are putting their mental health first by integrating mindfulness, social-emotional learning and yoga into the classroom. The initiative is through a district pilot program with Breathe for Change.
School Mental Health Centers
School Mental Health Centers - AISD offers school-based short-term therapy to students who are experiencing poor mental health. Referrals are made through the campus admin team or district support team. Parents or guardians must provide consent for services to take place. Therapy is provided by AISD Licensed Mental Health Professionals. The Licensed Mental Health Professionals help students…
Members
The Austin ISD Ad Hoc Joint Budget Committee consists of members from standing Austin ISD committees. Each committee was invited to place two representatives to participate in the Ad Hoc Joint Budget Committee. Additional members were appointed by Austin ISD’s Board of Trustees.
Mental Health
Families and Students Your students’ mental and emotional health is often directly tied to their academic success. That’s why we want to help your student’s mental and emotional well-being. Austin ISD Resources School Counselors provide small group and short-term individual counseling. In addition, they conduct mental health screeners and help students with problems ranging from everyday…
Everything you need to get back to school (En español)
We’re in the final countdown to the first day of school! Check out the resources below to make sure you are ready for a great year. Why it matters: Being prepared with the right information can make the first day of school stress-free and enjoyable for both you and your children.
Austin ISD Trustees approve November tax rate election to increase school funding (En español)
The Board of Trustees Monday voted to put a tax rate election on the Nov. 5 ballot. Why it matters: A tax rate election gives the community the option to vote for increased funding to pay for teacher and staff raises and additional support positions for campuses. By the numbers: If approved, Austin ISD would gain an estimated $41M in funding annually.