Announcements
Board discusses potential budget cuts due to legislative inaction on school funding (En español)
Austin ISD entering into the 2024-25 budget planning cycle facing a potential $60M deficit if the district maintains the same spending as last year. How we got here: Despite Texas’s $33B budget surplus, virtually no additional per-student…
Schools remain open on April 8 for solar eclipse (En Español)
We’re less than a month away from the total solar eclipse! This once-in-a-lifetime event will be a front row learning opportunity for our students and staff and we’re literally counting down the seconds until its here. Why it matters: We’re keeping schools…
Austin SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ celebrates Pride Week (En español)
Austin SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ Pride Week is a time to highlight the district's commitment to creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for all. Why it matters: Promoting an attitude of acceptance supports a positive environment where students can show up as…
SB4 blocked by a federal judge (En Español)
As of February 29, 2024, Senate Bill 4 was blocked by a federal judge, though the State of Texas could appeal the ruling. This law was slated to go into effect March 5. The specifics about SB4 remain unclear, yet it's important to understand that…
Austin SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ celebrates student, community achievement at African American Heritage event (En español)
The Austin SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ community gathered last week at the 41st annual African American Heritage Celebration to honor top students, staff and community partners.
Lively, Martin educators named finalist in H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards (En español)
H-E-B has designated two educators from Austin SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ as finalists in its Excellence in Education Awards program — spotlighting them as some of the best educators in Texas.
2022–23 Federal Report Cards Now Available (En español)
Dear Austin SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ Families, You can now find the 2022–23 Federal Report Cards for the state, district and each of our Austin SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ campuses at /cda/federal-accountability. The Federal Report Cards contain a wealth of…
Let’s get out the vote, Austin SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½! (En Español)
Early voting for the March 5 primary ends this Friday, March 1. Why it matters: The primary elections typically determine who will represent us in Austin — and this may be the most impactful election for public education in Texas history. Our…
Mrs. Olyvia Green, a Fearless Trailblazer: The First Black Teacher at Pease Elementary (En español)
By: Stephanie Hawkins As Austin SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ continues to celebrate Black History Month, we must recognize the trailblazers of the past who have shaped the district today. This week, we’re honoring Olyvia Green — Austin SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½â€™s first Black teacher at Pease…
Board seeks community input on district vision and values (En español)
The Austin SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ Board of Trustees will be working throughout the spring to develop the district’s Scorecard. Why it matters: This process is done in collaboration with families, staff, students and community members and will guide the district’s work…
Remembering the Original L.C. Anderson High School (En español)
The Original L.C. Anderson Alumni Association are honoring the legacy of the campus this Black History Month by giving tours of the Yellow Jacket Conference Center, built inside the modernized Eastside Early College High School at the Original L.C.…
Austin SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ Teams Up with Austin Apartment Association for Employee Housing Solutions (En español)
The Austin SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ Property Directory is back for 2024 to help district employees find housing across the city. Why it matters: Affordable housing is a constant challenge in Austin and we’re committed to using our leverage as a large employer to get…