Announcements
Austin SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ marks new era as Dr. Stephanie Hawley retires and transformation efforts continue across district (En español)
Austin SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ will turn a new chapter in its equity journey as Chief Officer of Organizational Transformation Dr. Stephanie Hawley retires and her team integrates into other areas of the organization.
Hispanic Heritage Month profile: Emma Herrera Galindo (En Español)
This is the last in a monthlong profile series spotlighting Hispanic heroes and path breakers who have influenced Austin SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ in some way. By Paul Stinson As Austin SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ continues its celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we profile dual language…
Hispanic Heritage Month profile: Richard Moya (en Español)
By Paul Stinson As Austin SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ continues its celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we profile Richard Moya: Korean War veteran, civic leader, and Mexican-American political trailblazer.
Hispanic Heritage Month profile: Montserrat Garibay (en Español)
This is the second in a monthlong profile series spotlighting Hispanic heroes and path breakers who have influenced Austin SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ in some way By Paul Stinson As Austin SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ continues its celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we profile Montserrat Garibay, a…
Black History Month profile: Dr. W. Charles Akins (en español)
This is the concluding profile in a month-long series spotlighting Black leaders and pathbreakers for whom Austin SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ schools are named. This week we spotlight native Austinite Dr. William Charles Akins – an Austin SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ pathbreaker with a multitude of firsts…
Black History Month profile: Dr. General Marshall (en español)
This is the third in a month-long profile series spotlighting Black leaders and pathbreakers for whom Austin SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ schools are named. As Austin SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ continues its celebration of Black History Month, we profile Dr. General Garwood Marshall: prominent…
Black History Month profile: Bernice Hart (en español)
This is the second in a monthlong profile series spotlighting Black leaders and pathbreakers for whom Austin SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ schools are named. This week we spotlight native Austinite, educator and civil rights advocate Bernice Hart for her lifelong dedication to…
Black History Month profile: Barbara Jordan (en español)
This is the first in a month-long profile series spotlighting Black leaders and pathbreakers for whom Austin SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ schools are named. By Paul Stinson As Austin SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ begins its celebration of Black History Month, we profile Barbara Jordan: civil rights leader,…
Thank you / ¡Gracias!
Nov. 9, 2022 Dear Austin SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ Community, This is a new day for our district because last night Austin voters passed the largest school bond package ever approved in Central Texas. I want to personally thank all of you for helping us provide a brighter future…
Campus Report Cards now Available
Two report cards about your campus are now available for you to review. They’re called the State of Texas 2020–21 School Report Card and the Federal Report Card. Why it matters: These report cards provide information about student…
Superintendent Asks Community for Support on Improving Academics, Balancing Budget (En español)
Superintendent Stephanie Elizalde asked the community for support as she has to make tough decisions to improve academics and balance the budget.
Austin SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ seeing results from work on cultural proficiency, social-emotional learning
While Austin ISD being recognized across the nation for its work in social-emotional learning and cultural proficiency, the real effect is in the classroom. “What we’ve noticed in the classrooms is that kids have a better sense of identity, but more…