Announcements
Sparks of Joy in ¼öƬapp: Bianca Jimenez, Shelby Rooker
Every day we hear stories about how our staff members are embracing ¼öƬapp Joy and celebrating what it means to support students, families, and each other! In the Sparks of Joy series, we’ll meet teachers and staff from around ¼öƬapp who exemplify how…
Class of 2025 graduation dates, locations (en español)
¼öƬapp is excited to announce the graduation schedule for the Class of 2025! Commencement ceremonies will be held at Burger Arena, Burger Stadium, and the Performing Arts Center from May 28 to June 4. Here’s when and where to celebrate our graduates:…
¼öƬapp reaches new milestones in TEA Special Education Agreed Order
¼öƬapp has now completed nearly two-thirds of the priorities outlined in the Texas Education Agency Special Education Agreed Order. Why it matters: This marks a significant milestone in ongoing efforts to improve outcomes for students with…
Austin Ed Fund awards $450K in ‘Inspire the Future’ grants to ¼öƬapp teachers (En español)
Congratulations to the 66 recipients of the 2024 Inspire the Future Grants by the Austin Ed Fund! Why it matters: These grants empower educators to bring innovative ideas to life, enhancing classroom literacy, improving educator experiences, and…
Audit shows ¼öƬapp invests more in students than peer districts (En español)
A new audit of ¼öƬapp finances shows the district spends more per student than the statewide average and our peer districts in Texas.
Free gun locks now available through ¼öƬapp Police (En español)
¼öƬapp families and community members can now get free cable-style gun locks to ensure safe gun storage at home through a partnership with Project ChildSafe. Why it matters: Keeping firearms stored safely at home or in vehicles is an essential…
¼öƬapp Bond creates safe, secure entrances to schools (En español)
¼öƬapp built 28 new secure entry vestibules over the summer as part of the 2022 Bond Why it matters: These secure entrances ensure all visitors are checked in and enter through the front office, increasing safety and security on campus.…
It's time for leveling (En español)
This week we’ll begin our process of moving teachers to where they’re most needed. Why it matters: This annual process, often called leveling, will help balance class sizes across campuses and the district. Of note: Each year we do our best to…
How to check your voter registration before Election Day (En español)
It’s a big year for ¼öƬapp on the ballot with Prop A and four Board of Trustee positions up for a vote on Election Day. Be sure you’re registered to make your voice heard!
Maestro en Casa Celebrates 10 Years with Enhanced Curriculum and Laptop Giveaway (En español)
Thanks to partnership with Human I-T, this year’s Maestro en Casa cohort will add computer skills to the classes, to help teach parents basic English to navigate American situations and systems.
Staff guidelines for election season (En español)
It’s a big year for ¼öƬapp on the ballot with Prop A and four Board of Trustee positions&nbs
District leaders turn to community to close $78 million deficit (En español)
The newly formed ad-hoc budget committee met Tuesday to continue discussions on how to save money and generate revenue as the district grapples with a $78 million deficit. Why it matters: The district is making every effort to leave no stone…