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State, Private & Federal Accountability Vendor Fair
This event will feature opportunities to learn about district resources, mentoring programs, tutoring services, family engagement and new technology. Vendors will be present, and there will also be door prizes. For more information, please contact Welozette Duffin at 512-414-3997 or welozette.duffin@austinisd.org. We hope to see you there!
Transportation & Air Quality
The Transportation and Air Quality Action Area works to increase mobility options for students, families, staff, and visitors, improve our campus air quality, and demonstrate positive action to address the challenges of climate change. Our goals align with the Austin’s Mobility Challenge and the City of Austin’s Community Climate Plan.
Superintendent Carstarphen to AISD Community: Support for Families and Staff Affected by Flooding
Dear Colleagues:Many of our families and school communities were devastated by last week’s severe flooding in Austin. Over the weekend, I visited affected neighborhoods, particularly in southeast Austin. I walked the streets, talked to families, and entered damaged homes. Our schools are back in operation, but many families, including at least one AISD staff member, have lost their homes and…
Energy & Water
Utility bills are the second highest operating cost for school districts behind salaries1. Austin ISD believes that energy and water conservation are key for Energy Leadership and responsible stewardship of our financial resources and environment. Austin ISD is committed to providing optimal learning environments for students while pursuing opportunities to reduce operating costs and greenhouse…
CARES Evaluation Summary, 2021-2022
This evaluation summary describes the activities and impact of the CARES team in Austin ISD 2021–22. CARES stands for Customer-focused, Action-oriented, Responsive, Empathetic, and Service-driven. The team’s work began four years ago when CARES was formed. Their purpose and implementation work…Library Media Services
Welcome to AISD's Library Media Services Department Austin school libraries contain almost 2 million books! Search for books at your childs' library, or any library in the district using our online catalog.
“There are NO cuts coming to our arts programs,” says Superintendent
By Scott Thomas There are no cuts coming to arts programs in Austin ISD, Superintendent Stephanie Elizalde said in response to recent questions. In fact, she said, they are looking to expand programs in certain areas. “Rest assured there are NO cuts coming to our arts programs,” said Elizalde “It is unfortunate that misinformation is communicated [...] I personally excelled because of arts…
Schools Renamed
2022 Naming The Austin ISD Board of Trustees approved the naming of the Bowie Performing Arts Center the Diane "Betsy" Cornwell Performing Arts Center at its Jan. 27 Regular Voting meeting. That same night, the board voted in favor of naming the Anderson High School baseball field the "Willie Wells Field.” At their March 24 Regular Voting meeting, the board approved naming the library at…
2019 Empowerment Academy / Academia de Empoderamiento 2019
Austin ISD Project HELP and CapCityKids invite you and your family to the 2019 Empowerment Academy on Saturday, Aug. 10, 2019, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at McCallum High School, 5600 Sunshine Drive. Families can take part in fun activities such as face painting, balloon art, photo booths and more. Families can also find resources including free school supplies, dental consultation, housing and…
Austin ISD Pride Week - Pride and You - Creative Expression
Austin ISD Pride Week Events Every year, to celebrate LGBTQIA+ students, staff and families Austin ISD hosts its own Pride Week, a time to highlight the district's commitment to creating a safe, supportive and inclusive environment. This year's weeklong celebration is April 19–24, which aligns with GLSEN’s student-led National Day of Silence on Friday, April 23.