Announcements
SB4 blocked by a federal judge (En Español)
As of February 29, 2024, Senate Bill 4 was blocked by a federal judge, though the State of Texas could appeal the ruling. This law was slated to go into effect March 5. The specifics about SB4 remain unclear, yet it's important to understand that…
ÁùºÏ±¦µä ISD celebrates student, community achievement at African American Heritage event (En español)
The ÁùºÏ±¦µä ISD community gathered last week at the 41st annual African American Heritage Celebration to honor top students, staff and community partners.
Lively, Martin educators named finalist in H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards (En español)
H-E-B has designated two educators from ÁùºÏ±¦µä ISD as finalists in its Excellence in Education Awards program — spotlighting them as some of the best educators in Texas.
2022–23 Federal Report Cards Now Available (En español)
Dear ÁùºÏ±¦µä ISD Families, You can now find the 2022–23 Federal Report Cards for the state, district and each of our ÁùºÏ±¦µä ISD campuses at /cda/federal-accountability. The Federal Report Cards contain a wealth of…
Let’s get out the vote, ÁùºÏ±¦µä ISD! (En Español)
Early voting for the March 5 primary ends this Friday, March 1. Why it matters: The primary elections typically determine who will represent us in ÁùºÏ±¦µä — and this may be the most impactful election for public education in Texas history. Our…
Mrs. Olyvia Green, a Fearless Trailblazer: The First Black Teacher at Pease Elementary (En español)
By: Stephanie Hawkins As ÁùºÏ±¦µä ISD continues to celebrate Black History Month, we must recognize the trailblazers of the past who have shaped the district today. This week, we’re honoring Olyvia Green — ÁùºÏ±¦µä ISD’s first Black teacher at Pease…
Board seeks community input on district vision and values (En español)
The ÁùºÏ±¦µä ISD Board of Trustees will be working throughout the spring to develop the district’s Scorecard. Why it matters: This process is done in collaboration with families, staff, students and community members and will guide the district’s work…
Remembering the Original L.C. Anderson High School (En español)
The Original L.C. Anderson Alumni Association are honoring the legacy of the campus this Black History Month by giving tours of the Yellow Jacket Conference Center, built inside the modernized Eastside Early College High School at the Original L.C.…
ÁùºÏ±¦µä ISD Teams Up with ÁùºÏ±¦µä Apartment Association for Employee Housing Solutions (En español)
The ÁùºÏ±¦µä ISD Property Directory is back for 2024 to help district employees find housing across the city. Why it matters: Affordable housing is a constant challenge in ÁùºÏ±¦µä and we’re committed to using our leverage as a large employer to get…
Countdown to Total Solar Eclipse: Resources for Campus Viewing (En español)
ÁùºÏ±¦µä ISD is gearing up for a total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024! 🌞🌑And we have a big goal: We’re aiming for 100% of ÁùºÏ±¦µä ISD campuses offering students a front-row seat to witness this rare phenomenon firsthand. Why it matters: To make sure…
ÁùºÏ±¦µä ISD clears backlog of delayed special education evaluations (En español)
ÁùºÏ±¦µä ISD is caught up on the backlog of evaluations and compensatory services that brought about TEA intervention last school year. This major milestone has been vetted by our TEA monitors and verified by TEA.
ÁùºÏ±¦µä ISD Attendance Challenge: #BeTheChange at School (En Español)
ÁùºÏ±¦µä ISD is kicking off the #BeTheChange Attendance Campaign in partnership with SaulPaul to urge all students to encourage their peers to attend school every day. Why it matters: Attending school every day has a positive effect on students'…