Announcements
Austin ISD survey shows positive feedback on Special Education Services (En espaƱol)
The big picture: Austin ISD surveyed 1,367 families of students receiving special education services. The results, gathered from February 14-28, 2025, show positive feedback and areas for improvement. Key takeaways: The Special Education Familyā¦
Urgent action needed for Dobie Middle School as Austin ISD navigates separate consolidation talks (En espaƱol)
Austin ISD must consider some difficult options for Dobie Middle School after an appeals court dismissed the lawsuit blocking TEA from releasing its 2023 āA-Fā school accountability ratings. Why it matters: Texas has the ability to take seriousā¦
Celebrating 2024-25 Volunteers of the Year
April is Volunteer Appreciation Month, and weāre #AISDProud to recognize the Austin ISD 2024-25 Volunteers of the Year. We know public schools could not work without the people from the community who step up to do whatās needed, and this is our chance toā¦
You Count and Attendance Matters! (En espaƱol)
As we navigate the busy spring season filled with competitions, college visits and physicals, remember your childās attendance matters!
Austin ISD Sustainability Director receives āBest of Green Schoolsā award (En espaƱol)
Austin ISDās very own Darien Clary has been recognized with the School District Champion Award. Clary, who serves as the districtās sustainability director, since 2016 to bring sustainable practices to the district, including the introduction of composting atā¦
Board Bulletin: School consolidations on the table to close budget deficit
Weāre deeply engaged with budget planning for the year, with a June deadline to approve our 2025-26 school year budget and important work underway. Thank you to all in our community who are engaging with this process. In this Board Bulletin, weāll dive intoā¦
Austin ISD Teacher of the Year Finalists Surprised with Celebration Visits (En espaƱol)
Every year, four exceptional educators are honored as finalists for the Austin ISD Teacher of the Year award. This week, district leaders surprised each finalist, announcing their recognition in their classrooms with their students and colleagues. Why itā¦
Changes to magnet/choice bus routes for 2025ā26 school year (En espaƱol)
Beginning next school year (2025ā26), Austin ISD will transition to a hub model for transportation to and from the following magnet/choice programs: Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders Kealing Magnet School LASA Lively Magnetā¦
Weāre keeping an eye on measlesĀ (En espaƱol)
Austin ISD leaders have been tracking the measles outbreak in west Texas and taking measures to prevent any spread in our community.āÆ Why it matters: We learned from the pandemic how quickly infectious diseases can spread in a close-knit community andā¦
Board Bulletin: District sees literacy gains, continues work on caregiver engagement (En espaƱol)
Itās time again for another installment of the Board Bulletin. Since itās right before Spring Break, we know everyone may be a little rusty. For a quick refresher, the Board Bulletin recaps our Board of Trustees meetings and gives quick, helpfulā¦
Healthy food access during Spring Break (En espaƱol)
With many Austin ISD students living in food-insecure households, the availability of healthy food may be challenging when the district is closed. Families can use the community resources below to find free meals in their area while Austin ISD offices andā¦
District beats goal for first semester of attendance initiative (En espaƱol)
Districtwide attendance has increased by 1.41% year over year, thanks in part to the newly implemented attendance initiative. Why it matters: Improved attendance boosts student performance and engagement. Plus, attendance is how schools receive funding, soā¦