Announcements
Feedback Solicited on New Graduation Program Requirements
This week, A°¼Í¹ÊÓƵ middle and high school families will receive a letter from the district about the new graduation plan requirements that were passed by the 83rd Texas Legislature.The new requirements will affect students entering the ninth grade during the…
CAC District Wide Trainings
Pursuant to recent revisions to district policy BQB(Regulation), we are offering opportunities for CAC members to attend a district-wide training event. These training events will be in addition to the CAC training options we already offer (i.e., online…
Dr. Carstarphen Discusses SEL on Education Nation
A°¼Í¹ÊÓƵ Superintendent Meria Carstarphen will join three national leaders today during NBC’s Education Nation to discuss the impact of Social and Emotional Learning on school safety. The discussion is part of the fourth annual Education Nation Summit and will…
Celebrate Your Principal During National Principals Month
Celebrate Your Principal During National Principals MonthAustin °¼Í¹ÊÓƵ joins districts and organizations around the nation to honor the top talent and leaders of our more than 120 campuses: our principals.October is National Principals Month and it is dedicated…
Every Day Counts: Improved Attendance Leads to Improved Learning
The Austin City Limits festival kicks off today at Zilker Park and with it comes the lure of good music and fun. While the festival is tempting to attend today, Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓƵ wants to remind its families, students and staff members of the importance of being in…
Patton Elementary School Earns Elevate the Arts Grant for Hot Air Balloon Sculpture
This week, the American Girl Company announced that A°¼Í¹ÊÓƵ’s Patton Elementary School is one of 13 across the nation to receive the Elevate the Arts grant. The grant contest asked elementary school art teachers and their students to creatively illustrate—…
Interested in Learning About New Federal Health Insurance Marketplace?
A°¼Í¹ÊÓƵ's Comprehensive Health Services team has created an informational overview for the A°¼Í¹ÊÓƵ community about the new federal Health Insurance Marketplace:
Austin High School's Billy Dragoo Named Theatre Educator of the Year
Austin High School Theatre Arts Director Billy Dragoo was recently named Theatre Educator of the Year by the Texas Educational Theatre Association. Dragoo will be honored at an annual conference hosted by the organization in January.Dragoo has served the…
Episode Two of Inside A°¼Í¹ÊÓƵ Premiers Oct. 3
The second episode of Season 2 of Inside A°¼Í¹ÊÓƵ is scheduled to premier Thursday, Oct. 3 at 6:30 p.m. on A°¼Í¹ÊÓƵ TV Channel 22.
A°¼Í¹ÊÓƵ Gives Campaign Kicks Off Today
Dear Team A°¼Í¹ÊÓƵ, Today kicks off our A°¼Í¹ÊÓƵ Gives campaign; Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓƵ and Charitable Funds Inc. are excited to partner with United Way for Greater Austin to bring you a robust and exciting campaign. Our goal this year is to reach 75% participation. Every…
A°¼Í¹ÊÓƵ Earns Superior Achievement Financial Rating for 2013
District also Earned Gold Level in Comptroller’s Leadership Circle and Highest Ratings Among Texas Public Schools from Three Rating AgenciesAustin °¼Í¹ÊÓƵ continues to earn recognition for its commitment to financial accountability. For 2013, the district…
Facility Master Plan: Guiding Principles
A°¼Í¹ÊÓƵ's Board of Trustees has formulated principles to shape the development of the district's Facility Master Plan.