Eighty-three Manor ISD seniors will graduate this spring with both a high school diploma and an associate degree from Austin Community College. This achievement gives Manor ISD the highest number of such graduates at any single Central Texas high school.
Pease Park playground has been named a finalist in the Kid’s and Family Category of the Austin Chronicle’s Best of Austin 2026 Reader’s poll. Community members are encouraged to cast their votes online between May 7th and May 18th.
Two Austin ISD teachers have been recognized at the statewide H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards. Megan Vasquez won the Leadership Award while Alasin DeVeny received the Lifetime Achievement Award. Nominations for next year’s awards are now open.
Twin brothers José Ignacio and José Emilio Araujo RodrÃguez are set to graduate from Northeast Early College High School after relocating from Venezuela last year. They overcame challenges adjusting to life in Austin with support from their community. Both plan different educational paths but say their family bond remains strong.
Women Leading the Way is expanding its leadership conference for middle school girls across all Austin ISD campuses this May. Students will participate in sessions focused on empowerment, practical life skills and community building.
Texas continues its rapid population growth but faces mounting pressures on IT operations due to increased complexity from expansion across multiple sectors. Standardization of processes along with centralized visibility are emphasized as key strategies for maintaining efficiency amid ongoing development.
Austin ISD has reported a cybersecurity breach involving its Canvas/BLEND learning management system provider. Some student directory information may have been exposed following unauthorized access detected in late April. District officials say steps have been taken to address vulnerabilities while urging vigilance against phishing attempts.
Jackson Garcia, a third grader from South Austin, has reached the top five in America’s Favorite Student contest presented by Bill Nye.
Austin Independent School District is asking for volunteers from the community to help pack materials as several campuses prepare for consolidation. The initiative aims to support smooth transitions for students and families. Opportunities are available at multiple school locations.
A new University of Texas study warns that data centers could consume up to 9% of Texas’ total water supply by 2040 if current trends continue. The report urges increased transparency from industry leaders regarding their practices as well as stronger collaboration among stakeholders.