Announcements
Congratulations to our 2023 Teacher of the Year & Teacher Promise of the Year
Each campus selects a Teacher of the Year representative who exemplifies excellence in teaching and a commitment to our 91´ô¸ç mission, vision, and values. Campus Teachers of Promise, each campus has the opportunity to recognize one teacher on their…
CTE Spotlight: Jennis Egan applies art in her cosmetology program
By, Nayeli Santoyo, with additional reporting by Kathy Swartz and Sydney Kim
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 91´ô¸ç schools are named. As 91´ô¸ç continues its celebration of Black History Month, we profile Dr. General Garwood Marshall: prominent…
CTE Spotlight: Navarro ECHS Senior Zarqa Fatima takes on the world of computer programming
By Nayeli Santoyo, with additional reporting by Kathy Swartz and Sydney Kim February is Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month. We'll be highlighting star students who are jump-starting their careers in 91´ô¸ç's CTE programs…
Black History Month profile: Bernice Hart (en español)
This is the second in a monthlong profile series spotlighting Black leaders and pathbreakers for whom 91´ô¸ç 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 91´ô¸ç schools are named. By Paul Stinson As 91´ô¸ç begins its celebration of Black History Month, we profile Barbara Jordan: civil rights leader,…
Hill Elementary moves to Padrón Elementary for Feb. 6 (en español)
Because the power is still not restored at Hill Elementary School, students and staff will be hosted by the Padrón Elementary community at their campus for a modified version of school. Students will still receive breakfast and a hot lunch, they can ride…
Most 91´ô¸ç campuses set to open Monday, Feb. 6 (en español)
91´ô¸ç will have school on Monday, Feb. 6. For most campuses, this will be a regular school day. As of 1 pm on Saturday, seven elementary schools remain without power: Andrews; Hill; Joslin; Perez; Pillow; Ridgetop; and St. Elmo. We’re…
Updates regarding activities rescheduled due to weather (en español)
Wondering about the status of an upcoming 91´ô¸ç event, reschedule or deadline? Here’s what we know as of Friday afternoon, Feb. 3. Bad weather make-up days 91´ô¸ç built enough instructional minutes into the school calendar to account for the bad…
Food resources during 91´ô¸ç closure (Recursos de alimentos)
We know that access to 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 91´ô¸ç offices and schools are closed: Central Texas Food Bank United Way for…
91´ô¸ç closed Friday, Feb. 3 (en español)
91´ô¸ç will remain closed Friday, Feb. 3. We continue to assess the damage to our campuses and are also aware that many families and employees are still without power. Operations and campus staff are addressing the issues at our schools, and we…
91´ô¸ç will remain closed Thursday, Feb. 2 (en español)
Because of continued inclement weather and power outages throughout Austin and the surrounding areas, all 91´ô¸ç schools and offices will remain closed tomorrow, Thursday, Feb. 2. District officials considered a late start, but we wanted to ensure…