Announcements
Eyes on Safety: A walkthrough of Austin ISD's security protocols (En español)
As we step into the new semester, let's take a moment to go over our safety guidelines together, ensuring a safe and enjoyable continuation of the school year for all students and staff. Keeping campuses secure: Access to all doors at our schools is…
All Austin ISD classes, offices delayed two hours Jan. 17 (En español)
Dear Austin ISD community, Due to ongoing freezing temperatures, all Austin ISD classes will be on a two hour delay Wednesday, Jan. 17. All district offices will also be on a two hour delay. All after-school and/or outdoor activities will be…
All Austin ISD classes, offices delayed two hours Tuesday, Jan. 16 (En español)
Dear Austin ISD community, To ensure the safety of our students and staff, all Austin ISD classes will be on a two hour delay Tuesday, Jan. 16. All district offices will also be on a two hour delay. All after-school and/or outdoor activities will…
Past Due Special Education Evaluations Decreased by 82% Over Last Year (En español)
Roughly a year into implementing our comprehensive plan to address the backlog of Special Education evaluations to better meet the needs of students with disabilities, we’re beginning to see clear signs that the plan is working. By the Numbers:…
Austin ISD community invited to Superintendent Lone Finalist Public Forums (En español)
The Austin ISD community will have an opportunity to meet and ask questions at two public forums with Superintendent Lone Finalist Matias Segura next week.
Austin ISD Marks 15-Year Milestone in Social Worker Support, Thanks to CapCityKids Grant (En español)
“School Social Workers are the link between the home, school and community in providing direct as well as indirect services to students, families and school personnel to promote and support students' academic and social success,” -- this is how the …
We have our eye on the forecast (En español)
Winter weather is in the forecast next week and we’re monitoring how it may affect Austin ISD schools and offices. Why it matters: Cold and icy conditions could cause us to delay or cancel district schools, as well as affect electricity and other…
Staff invited to join equity assessment focus groups (En Español)
We’re looking for staff members to join our equity assessment focus groups and share how Austin ISD policies and practices affect you and our students. Why it matters: Your experiences are essential to understanding how our district functions and…
District translator leads the way in professional ethics (En Español)
Translators and interpreters in education will now have another tool to support families thanks to Austin ISD’s own Spanish Translator and Interpreter Melissa González. González served on the AAITE Ethics and Professional Standards Committee to…
Austin ISD one step closer to permanent superintendent (En Español)
Interim Superintendent Matias Segura will step into the new year as the lone finalist for Austin ISD’s long-term superintendent position.
2022 Bond Construction Kick-Off (En español)
Thank you for your support in 2023! Over the last year a lot of work has gone into the 2022 Bond projects and we’re wrapping up the year on a high note. On Dec. 12, we hosted the construction kick-off for Odom Elementary School — the first major school…
Board of Trustees approve 2024-25 School Calendar (En Español)
Austin ISD trustees approved the calendar for the 2024-25 school year during its Dec. 14 regular voting meeting. The final calendar incorporates community feedback requesting additional faith based and cultural observances and staff development days: