Announcements

Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓÆµ Invites Teachers to Participate in Hour of Code
In support of Computer Science Education Week Dec. 8–14, Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓÆµ is inviting all teachers to participate in Hour of Code.What is the Hour of Code?The Hour of Code is a one-hour introduction to computer science, designed to demystify code and show that…

Webb Middle School Hosts College Readiness Conference
ENCORE "Engaging Community for College Readiness," is a student and family conference hosted by Webb Early College Prep Middle School Principal Raul Sanchez from 8:30 a.m.–2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6. This second annual event will feature…

Board of Trustees Wishes the Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓÆµ Family a Happy Thanksgiving
This Thanksgiving, the Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓÆµ Board of Trustees wishes each of you a safe and restful holiday. We are grateful for all you do every day to open door to opportunity for our students.

Ricky Williams Reminds Students: Missing School Matters
UT alumnus and pro football star Ricky Williams has partnered with E3 Alliance to remind students about the importance of attending school the Tuesday before Thanksgiving. Tuesday is a regular school day for Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓÆµ.

Oak Hill Celebrates 40 Years
Oak Hill Elementary School celebrated 40 years in its current building last week.“This is more than a celebration of our building. It's about our school's long history and spirit," said Principal Cathryn Mitchell. “Every student is involved. The entire…

Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓÆµ Showcases Signature Programs at Middle School Choice Fair
Families of prospective middle schoolers are invited to explore the unique opportunities offered at Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓÆµ middle schools. The Middle School Choice Fair will be held 9 a.m.–noon Saturday, Dec. 6 at the Ann Richards School.

LASA Ranked No. 14 Among 25 Best Public High Schools in the U.S.
In a recent survey of public high schools, the Liberal Arts and Science Academy, or LASA, was ranked No. 14 among the top 25 high schools in the nation.

Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce Recognizes Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓÆµ High Schools
The Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce State of Education luncheon recognizes the achievements of top public schools in several categories. At the ninth annual event Nov. 18, several outstanding Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓÆµ high schools were recognized for their success…

Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓÆµ Celebrates Teacher Assistant Appreciation Week
Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓÆµ is proud to celebrate Teaching Assistant Appreciation Week, Nov. 17-21. In A°¼Í¹ÊÓÆµ, more than 900 teaching assistants serve students and teachers in elementary, middle and high schools throughout the district.

Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓÆµ Celebrates Generation TX Week
Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓÆµ is proudly participating in Generation Texas Week, Nov. 17–21. The week's activities are part of a statewide movement to ensure students have the information and inspiration they need to graduate—and achieve their…

Support Schools, Libraries, Parks and More through Utility Bill Donations
Austin community members can support Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓÆµ and other local school districts by adding a few dollars to their utility bills. The added money goes to school districts, parks and libraries or to individuals experiencing extraordinary emergencies such…

Oak Hill Elementary Hosts 'Our World, Our School' Event
Oak Hill Elementary School is celebrating its culturally rich student body at an event featuring everything from bag pipes to rice balls. The school’s "Our World, Our School" event is at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14.