Announcements
What Two Principals Learned About Their Schools During COVID
No one will be sorry to see the pandemic end, but two Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ principals on Wednesday said that what they have learned and how their schools have changed will help them as they lead their schools into the future. Principals Alan Stevens of Boone Elementary…
2021 Teachers of the Year Finalists Revealed
In a series of surprise visits filled with congratulatory elbow bumps, sheet cake, and plaques, Superintendent Stephanie Elizalde visited four Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ schools on Wednesday to celebrate four teachers who were selected as Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ ISD’s 2021 Teacher of the Year…
Furry Friends get Vaccinated Thanks to Engaging Akins ECHS Student Program
Humans are not the only ones getting their vaccinations. Eighty-five furry four-legged friends received their routine vaccines thanks to the Akins Early College High School veterinary clinic on Tuesday, April 13. Students took advantage of hands-on…
Update about Human Sexuality and Responsibility unit (En español)
Correction statement following newsletter error: Human Sexuality and Responsibility (HSR) will not be taught virtually or face-to-face this spring for students in grades K-8. Students who are currently enrolled in the High School 2021 Health Education course…
Welcoming Students Back to Campus (En español)
Dear Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ ISD families, It's hard to believe we've only a few weeks left in the school year, and they are as important as the first weeks. That’s why I’m writing to you. We’ve missed having your children in our schools. We know that you may have…
AISD Reconnects with Students In Inaugural Event
Dozens of AISD volunteers wearing bright red shirts and carrying flyers could be seen in the neighborhoods around Northeast Early College High School on the morning of Saturday, April 10. As part of Operation Reconnect, their mission was to talk to some of…
Garza High School Teachers Celebrate Designation at H-E-B Texas Loves Teachers Tour
On Friday, one of the country’s best alternative high schools was recognized by the country’s favorite grocery store when H-E-B Excellence in Education stopped at Garza Independence High School on its Texas Loves Teachers Tour. As part of the tour, H-E-B…
Thank a Librarian for National Libraries Week
This week, Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ ISD would like to recognize National Library Week, which promotes the use of libraries, and acknowledge librarians for their service to local communities. National Library Week began in 1958 and was created by the American Library…
Three Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ ISD Leaders Selected to Inaugural Class of Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½'s African American Leadership Institute
On March 22, three Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ ISD leaders were selected to the inaugural class of Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½â€™s African American Leadership Institute. Dr. Tamey Williams-Hill, Dinita Caldwell and AISD Police Sergeant Wayne Sneed were among 38 Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ professionals selected to network…
Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ ISD Juniors to Take the SAT on Campus in April / Los estudiantes de 11.° grado del Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ ISD tomarán la SAT en el plantel en abril
In April, 13 Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ ISD campuses will be administering the SAT during the school day to High School juniors at no cost to students.* This is a great opportunity for students to access this pivotal test that’s a factor for college admission at most major…
Liberal Arts and Science Academy High School to Establish a DNA Sequencing and Genomics Facility with Grant Award
Liberal Arts and Science Academy High School dual-credit biotechnology teacher Joseph Oleniczak and Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ Community College District professor Kissaou Tchedre have received a $385,845 grant award from the National Science Foundation to establish a DNA…
Martin Middle School 6th Grade Science Class Wins 2021 Eco-Audit Award
When a 6th grade class comes together to improve their local environment, good things happen. This week, we are #AISDProud of Mr. Steven Morris and his 6th grade social science class at Martin Middle School who won the 2021 Eco-Audit award from EcoRise. The…