Austin Independent School District, TX
Recent News About Austin Independent School District, TX
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Assistance League of Austin donates $30K to reduce lunch debt
To mark the organization’s 50th anniversary, the Assistance League of Austin visited Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders on Sept. 13 to present a $30,000 grant that will help provide healthy meals to students, regardless of account balances.
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Austin ISD completes nearly two-thirds of TEA Special Education Agreed Order
Austin ISD has now completed nearly two-thirds of the priorities outlined in the Texas Education Agency Special Education Agreed Order.
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Austin ISD announces Class of2025 graduation dates and locations
Austin ISD has announced the graduation dates and locations for the Class of 2025. Commencement ceremonies will be held at Burger Arena, Burger Stadium, and the Performing Arts Center from May 28 to June 4.
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Langford Elementary teachers find joy in fostering student connections
Two first-year teachers at Langford Elementary School in Austin ISD, Shelby Rooker and Bianca Jimenez, are embracing what they call "Austin ISD Joy" in their work. This initiative focuses on the positive connections made with students and the supportive campus community.
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Austin Ed Fund awards $450K in 'Inspire the Future' grants to Austin ISD teachers
The Austin Ed Fund has awarded $450,000 in "Inspire the Future" grants to teachers within the Austin Independent School District (ISD). The 2024 initiative recognizes 66 recipients who will use these funds to implement innovative educational projects.
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Austin ISD implements secure entry vestibules under $2.4 billion bond initiative
Austin ISD built 28 new secure entry vestibules over the summer as part of the 2022 Bond.
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Austin ISD offers free gun locks through partnership with Project ChildSafe
Austin ISD families and community members can now obtain free cable-style gun locks to ensure safe gun storage at home through a partnership with Project ChildSafe.
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Audit reveals Austin ISD's higher per-student spending compared to peer districts
A new audit of Austin ISD finances shows the district spends more per student than the statewide average and peer districts in Texas.
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Maestro en Casa marks decade with upgraded curriculum and laptop distribution
Maestro en Casa is celebrating its 10th anniversary with an enhanced curriculum and a laptop giveaway. This year, the program will include computer skills in its classes to help parents learn basic English for navigating American situations and systems.
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District begins annual teacher reassignment process
This week, the district will begin its annual process of moving teachers to where they are most needed. This process, often referred to as leveling, aims to balance class sizes across campuses and the district.
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How to verify your voter registration before Election Day
It’s a significant year for Austin ISD on the ballot with key issues up for a vote on Election Day. Ensuring voter registration is up-to-date is essential for participating in elections.
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District leaders seek community support for closing $78 million deficit
The newly formed ad-hoc budget committee met Tuesday to continue discussions on how to save money and generate revenue as the district grapples with a $78 million deficit.
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Austin ISD receives $15M grant for expanding solar panel program
The U.S. Department of Energy has selected Austin ISD as one of the first school districts in Texas to receive a federal grant from the Renew America’s Schools Grant program.
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Kealing Middle School receives support after fire delays start
Kealing Middle School celebrated its first day of school on August 26, one week after fire damage prevented the school from opening on the district-wide first day.
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Austin ISD implements anti-vaping education as part of innovation plan
Students will undergo an anti-vaping course if they are found with a nicotine/tobacco e-cigarette on campus, in alignment with Austin ISD’s District of Innovation Plan.
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Austin ISD trustees approve November tax rate election to increase school funding
The Board of Trustees on Monday voted to put a tax rate election on the Nov. 5 ballot.
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Travis County judge blocks Texas school district accountability ratings
The latest accountability ratings, originally slated to be released on Aug. 15, have been blocked for the second year in a row after a Travis County judge issued a temporary restraining order in a new lawsuit against the Texas Education Agency (TEA).
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Pickle Elementary receives $50K donation from Assistance League of Austin
The Assistance League of Austin surprised Pickle Elementary School staff on Aug. 14 with a $50,000 investment to support the campus community.
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Austin ISD launches new mobile app for district news and notifications
A new mobile app for Austin ISD is now available for download.
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CFO Eduardo Ramos reinstated after DA decides not to prosecute
On Thursday, Aug. 15, Superintendent Matias Segura approved Chief Financial Officer Eduardo Ramos’s return from administrative leave.