
May 1, 2025
We’re excited to announce that annual registration and new student enrollment for the 2025–26 school year is now open! Annual Registration Registration is required for all retu...

May 20, 2025
Whether it’s encouraging a student to think bigger, guiding a group through a creative project, or helping someone discover confidence in their own ideas, Jennifer Crisp brings en...

May 20, 2025
Abilene ISD proudly recognized the third and final round of the 2024-25 Employee Award Winners Monday, May 19. Employees are recognized among six categories: Teacher New Tea...

May 15, 2025
Abilene ISD is pleased to announce that Melissa Speegle has been selected as the next principal of Alcorta Elementary School. Speegle brings 20 years of experience in elementary ed...

May 13, 2025
When Krista Conner’s sixth-grade social studies students walk into her classroom at Craig Middle School, they know exactly what time it is. “It’s Go Time!” Conner says. Her mot...

May 12, 2025
As part of Abilene ISD’s Building Brighter Futures strategic planning initiative, Purcell and Bowie Elementary Schools will be redesigned to launch the Abilene area’s first dedic...

May 12, 2025
The 2025-26 Advanced Placement (AP) and Honors Summer Reading list is now posted! Students enrolled in AP or Honors English courses are expected to complete their assigned reading...

May 9, 2025
While other kids her age were asking for gadgets or theme park tickets, McKenna Harrell was saving up for something else: classroom supplies. She wasn’t buying them for school (...

May 8, 2025
Abilene ISD announced Thursday that Kandice Williams has been named head coach for the Cooper High School volleyball program. “We are thrilled to welcome Kandice Williams to Coo...

May 7, 2025
Abilene ISD proudly recognized the dedication and commitment of longtime employees and retirees during the annual Service Awards and Retiree Reception on Tuesday, May 6, at Abilen...

May 5, 2025
Former Cooper baseball standout Caleb Freeman was called up to the Chicago White Sox on Sunday, becoming the first Abilene ISD graduate to play in the major leagues since form...

May 2, 2025
Shetonde Polepole, a standout senior at ATEMS, has been awarded one of the state’s most competitive academic honors: the Texas Leadership Scholars Program scholarship. He is one o...

May 1, 2025
Abilene ISD’s three high schools–Abilene High, ATEMS, and Cooper–announced their top graduates during ceremonies Wednesday morning. These students are aspiring to be doctors, lawy...

April 29, 2025
The Abilene Education Foundation hosted its 13th annual Teacher in the Limelight Celebration Wednesday evening, honoring outstanding educators for their dedication to Abilene ISD’...

April 28, 2025
The state softball playoffs started last weekend across Texas, and the state baseball playoffs will begin this weekend. In Abilene, the Cooper and Abilene High boys’ and girls’ te...

April 24, 2025
Abilene ISD is proud to announce that Michele Josselet has been selected as the next principal of Clack Middle School. Josselet, who currently serves as Alcorta Elementary School ...

April 22, 2025
Abilene ISD is proud to announce that Ashley West has been named principal of Craig Middle School. West, who currently serves as Dean of Instruction at Cooper High School, will of...

April 22, 2025
Hello Abilene ISD families, We believe in being accountable to you for providing a high-quality, holistic education for your children. Our daily goal is to empower students and t...

April 21, 2025
The state softball playoffs will begin later this week, and Abilene High and Cooper are in the tournament. While the Lady Cougars know their bi-district opponent, the Lady Eagles ...

April 15, 2025
Abilene ISD is now accepting applications for the Center for Innovation (CFI), a specialized magnet program designed for high-achieving 5th-grade students. Located on the McMurry ...