Announcements
Board Bulletin: Trustees and district leaders review accountability ratings, budget, plans for Dobie (En español)
​It’s time again for another installment of the Board Bulletin.​ During our Board Voting Session this week, we dug into the newly-released 2023 Accountability Ratings from the Texas Education Agency, the district’s budget and the Dobie Middle School…
Linder students' artwork hits the road for Earth Day (En español)
Student art from Linder Elementary School is now featured on a CapMetro bus as part of this year’s Art on the Bus collaboration with CapMetro and Creative Action to celebrate Earth Day. Why it matters: The annual event highlights sustainability,…
A message from Superintendent Segura and Board President Boswell (En español)
Dear Austin ISD community, The 2023 accountability results from the Texas Education Agency are now public, and they show some drastic changes from the last time results were released districtwide. These results reflect a new test and a new yardstick —…
2023 State Accountability results slated for release next week (En español)
After two years of lawsuits holding up state accountability results, the courts have dismissed the latest effort to block 2023 A-F ratings statewide. The decision allows campus-based grades districtwide to become public for the first time since 2019. As…
2025 Salute Awards Finalists Announced (En español)
Austin ISD is proud to announce the finalists for the 2025 Salute Awards, our annual celebration of exceptional staff. Librarian of the Year Lisa Richardson, Odom ES Andrea Houdek, Houston ES Teresa Grumbles, Akins HS Counselor of…
Austin ISD honors ‘excelencia’ at Latino Academic Achievement Awards (En Español)
The Austin ISD community came together to celebrate student success, cultural pride and community leadership at the 16th annual Latino Academic Achievement Awards.
Nacho Average Comeback: Austin ISD Food Truck Hits the Road Again (En Español)
Austin ISD’s Nacho Average Food Truck is back in action, rolling into high school campuses this spring with a revamped menu.
Austin ISD marks new era as Dr. Stephanie Hawley retires and transformation efforts continue across district (En español)
Austin ISD will turn a new chapter in its equity journey as Chief Officer of Organizational Transformation Dr. Stephanie Hawley retires and her team integrates into other areas of the organization.
Board Bulletin: Trustees receive math, discipline and special education updates, learn more about Dobie options
It’s time again for another installment of the Board Bulletin.​ During our Board Information Session this week, we delved into key areas impacting our students and community: discipline disproportionality, math progress and special education enhancements. Let…
Volunteer Spotlight: How Sarah Syma Swantner  makes an impact, one copy at a time
April is Volunteer Appreciation Month and Austin ISD is excited to celebrate the incredible contributions of our volunteers.  Volunteers like Sarah Syma Swantner play an essential role in enriching our students’ educational experiences and supporting…
Audit highlights opportunities for cost-savings amidst $110 million budget deficit
Last week we shared high-level details on the Gibson Audit, which looked at Austin ISD spending and cost-savings opportunities. We’re back to dig into the report more and outline how we’re using the audit moving forward. Why it matters: As the district faces…
Austin ISD survey shows positive feedback on Special Education Services (En español)
The big picture: Austin ISD surveyed 1,367 families of students receiving special education services. The results, gathered from February 14-28, 2025, show positive feedback and areas for improvement. Key takeaways: The Special Education Family…