Announcements
Pickle Elementary School receives major donation (En español)
The Assistance League of Austin surprised Pickle Elementary School staff Aug. 14 with a $50,000 investment to support the campus community. Why it matters: In a time when budget crunches are being felt districtwide, community partnerships like…
¼öƬapp launches mobile app for district news, events and emergency notifications (En español)
A new mobile app for ¼öƬapp is now available for download. How it works: Users can stay up-to-date with events, documents, news from administrators, student stories and emergency notifications.
District accountability ratings halted by county judge (En español)
The latest accountability ratings, originally slated to be released Aug. 15, have been blocked for the second year in a row after a Travis County judge issued a temporary restraining order in a new lawsuit against the Texas Education Agency. Why it…
CFO Eduardo Ramos reinstated, exits district in good standing (En español)
On Thursday, Aug. 15, Superintendent Matias Segura approved Chief Financial Officer, Eduardo Ramos’s return from administrative leave. We received a letter from the District Attorney of Williamson County’s Office indicating that they do not intend to…
AISD to Provide Free Meals for All Students at 77 Schools (En español)
For the 2024-25 school year, ¼öƬapp will provide free breakfast and lunch for all students at 77 schools through the federally funded Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) program (schools are listed below). The CEP program is a federally funded meal…
Everything you need to get back to school (En español)
We’re in the final countdown to the first day of school! Check out the resources below to make sure you are ready for a great year. Why it matters: Being prepared with the right information can make the first day of school stress-free…
Community conversations provide feedback on possible tax rate election (En español)
¼öƬapp families, staff and community members provided feedback this week on a Voter Approval Tax Rate Election ahead of a possible vote to put the issue on the November 2024 ballot.
Departing ¼öƬapp Chief Financial Officer Eduardo Ramos placed on leave July 31 (En español)
Mr. Ramos submitted his resignation from ¼öƬapp on Tuesday, July 23. Mr. Ramos’ last day with the district was scheduled for Friday, Aug. 16; however, Superintendent MatÃas Segura placed Mr. Ramos on leave July 31, 2024. What’s Next: Superintendent…
'This will be a transparent process': District leaders unveil budget process, invite community feedback (En español)
The Board of Trustees met July 23 for an in-depth conversation on long-term budget planning and the possibility of a Voter-Approval Tax Rate Election to invest in our teachers and staff.
¼öƬapp Receives 7,300 CapMetro Bus Passes (En español)
CapMetro is helping to remove the transportation barrier for ¼öƬapp families by generously donating 7,300 single-day bus passes to Austin families. Why it matters: Transportation to or from school can often be a challenge. While all children ride…
Summer Theater Series performs to sold out crowds (En español)
For the first time in the history of the ¼öƬapp Summer Theatre Series, a musical sold out completely, filling the Performing Arts Center to capacity.
Trustees, District leadership continue discussion on possible tax election, budget planning (En español)
The Board of Trustees will meet for a special information session July 23 to discuss the possible Voter-approval Tax Ratification Election and long-range budget planning.