Announcements
District Reforms PTA Funding Role
To create a more equitable situation for its schools, Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓƵ announced in a recent community meeting that PTAs would no longer be able to fund positions, and that if campuses have a demonstrated staffing need, the district will meet it. For the 2020…
Teachers of the Year, Among Other Awards, Announced at Salute
The winners of the Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓƵ Teachers of the Year and other recognitions were announced Thursday at Salute: A Tribute to Excellence. Sanford Jeames was named as the secondary teacher of the year, and Angie Baca-Ross was named as the elementary teacher of…
Sadler Means YWLA introduces new spaces and programs while honoring namesake
Families got their first view of new features and programs at the Bertha Sadler Means Young Women’s Leadership Academy’s open house May 15. The new Bertha Sadler Means Read and Reflection Center was christened via a special ceremony commemorating its…
Remote Learning’s Future in Texas Lege’s Hands
All eyes are on the Texas legislature as House Bill 1468 makes its way to a senate hearing on Friday. HB 1468 is the only remaining bill that would allow school districts to create a virtual school for families for the next school year.
District Presents $1.73 Billion Budget to Trustees
Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓƵ’s $1.73 billion budget for 2021-22 includes some increases for critical areas, such as $137 million for special education and $1.5 million for additional transportation routes, as well as funds to help the district address mental health and…
District Encourages Vaccinations in Wake of Governor’s Order
Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓƵ leaders encouraged students ages 12 and older and their families to get vaccinated because masks will become optional after June 4, per the governor’s executive order issued Tuesday, May 18.
Highland Park Elementary Archery Coach Receives National Award
Lots of teachers tell their students to aim high. But one Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓƵ teacher is doing it in more ways than one, and getting national awards in the process.
Important COVID-19 Updates (En español)
We’re getting a lot of questions about vaccinations and our COVID-19 policies, especially in light of the CDC’s big news today about fully vaccinated people not needing to wear masks. We want to let you know how this impacts Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓƵ and update you on other…
Middle School Students Can Now Participate in A°¼Í¹ÊÓƵ Vaccine Clinics
Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓƵ is ready to get 12 to 15-year-old students access to the COVID-19 vaccine. The Food and Drug Administration authorized for emergency use of the safe and effective Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for the age group. Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓƵ has made plans to…
Students invited to participate in conversations to shape future of schools
100 Days of Conversations about School What if young people, educators and families designed the future of school? Students, teachers and community members are invited to host conversations between peers about the future of our schools as part of a…
Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓƵ Updates COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Students
Effective May 12, Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓƵ is changing its COVID-19 policies, including easing mask requirements for outdoor activities that incorporate social distancing, allowing outdoor ceremonies and other activities for education purposes, and shortening the…
Trauma Expert Tells A°¼Í¹ÊÓƵ To Be Patient In Healing Process
A world-renowned brain expert specializing in children impacted by trauma had a message for Austin °¼Í¹ÊÓƵ as it looks to address its students’ and teachers’ mental health: "If we want to go far, we have to go slow.â€