Announcements
Parent Cloud and GradeBook Tech Support
I sincerely regret the recent experiences that many of you have encountered with GradeBook and the Parent Cloud. Regrettably, while the transition to this new program was well intentioned, there have been technical difficulties.
Leadership Academy Dedication Ceremonies This Weekend
You are cordially invited to attend the dedication ceremonies for the Bertha Sadler Means Young Women's Leadership Academy and the Gus Garcia Young Men's Leadership Academy.
91´ô¸ç Employee Health Fair Oct. 18
On Oct. 18, 91´ô¸ç will host a health fair for all district employees and their families. Attendees will have access to free flu shots (with AISD insurance card) and a chance to win door prizes worth up to $400.
Student Coverage: Dr. Cruz Presents State of the District, Emphasizes 'We Are AISD'
Interim Superintendent Dr. Paul Cruz gave the State of the District Address today at the University of Texas Alumni Center.
Risk of Ebola Very Low in 91´ô¸ç
Austin ISD is committed to the safety and health of all students and staff. On Sept. 30, doctors confirmed that a patient hospitalized in Dallas County had been infected with the ebola virus. This is the first imported case of ebola to be…
91´ô¸ç Offering Free Flu Shot Clinics
Throughout the month of October, 91´ô¸ç and H-E-B will host free flu shot clinics for AISD staff and family members.Flu shots are free for anyone insured through AISD.* Flu shots are $22 for those not insured through AISD. Children younger than 7 must…
AISD Awarded $349,000 Grant to Help Strengthen Arts-Based Instruction in Title I Schools
AUSTIN, Texas—On Friday, Sept. 26, the U.S. Department of Education awarded 91´ô¸ç the 2014 Professional Development for Arts Educators grant for specialized training of music teachers and enhanced fine arts coaching for general classroom teachers in…
Covington Middle School Teacher Earns Jane Nethercut Award for Excellence in Philanthropy
AUSTIN, Texas—Covington Middle School teacher Shirley Hartmann recently accepted the Jane Nethercut Award for Excellence in Philanthropy Education, an award recognizing Central Texas educators for inspiring students to make a difference in their communities,…
Sept. 29–Oct. 3 is Custodian and Maintenance Appreciation Week
91´ô¸ç proudly recognizes Custodian and Maintenance Appreciation Week, Sept. 29–Oct. 3. From spotless floors to roof repairs, AISD custodial and maintenance staff work hard to keep our facilities clean and safe. Day in and day out, they arrive early…
AISD Partners with Aetna for Health Care Benefits
After an extensive search and assessment process, 91´ô¸ç has selected Aetna to provide district staff members with a variety of cost-effective health insurance plan options. Beginning Jan. 1, 2015, Aetna will replace our longtime partner, BlueCross…
91´ô¸ç Board of Trustees Approves Appointment of Human Resources Executive Director
On Sept. 29, the 91´ô¸ç Board of Trustees approved the appointment of Dora Fabelo, Ph. D., as executive director of Human Resources.Fabelo has a strong history with the district, including service as a teacher, assistant principal, founding principal of…
AISD Encourages Employees to Take Health Risk Assessment
91´ô¸ç is encouraging all employees to make #AISDProud and take a step toward better health by taking a Health Risk Assessment.Through Oct. 31, AISD employees who are eligible for health care benefits can take a free, 100 percent confidential Health…