Author Bradyn Boone came to visit the Austin Raiders this morning! He read his new book, The Boy Who Falls Up. Bradyn is from Abilene and now lives in Spain with his family. What a treat to get to meet with him while he was in town!
Every day is a great day to be in AISD! 💫 Swipe through for some memorable moments from the first few weeks of the 2025-26 school year. 📲
The best way to start a Friday!! Thank you HSU softball for passing out High Fives!
Who says science isn’t fun! Third grades experiment with changes in states of matter was delicious! They observed pancakes changing states of matter and got to eat them too!
Welcome back to school Austin teachers!!! Ready for a groovy year!! We can't wait to see all of you at meet the teacher!
Let's hear it for Mrs. Janet! 🚌 👏
During pick-up at Austin Elementary School today, Mrs. Janet Hotchkiss was recognized as the district's PCAT Bus Driver of the Year! This award not only recognizes Mrs. Janet for her leadership and technical know-how, but for the way she goes above and beyond to set a positive tone for students every day.
Thank you for leading with heart, skill, and dedication, Mrs. Janet! 💛
Military families are a crucial part of our school community. 🇺🇸 During the Month of the Military Child, we're proud to celebrate the incredible military-connected students in AISD who show resilience, strength, and adaptability every day!
To all of our military families — thank you for your service and for allowing us to be part of your journey. 💜
Learn more at www.abileneisd.org/militaryfamilies!
ICYMI: It’s Youth Art Month, and our talented students are shining at The Grace Museum! ✨ 🎨 🖼️
Each year, this special exhibition showcases incredible artwork from students, celebrating creativity and the power of art education. We’re so proud of our students and teachers who are part of this year’s display!
Don’t miss it—stop by The Grace Museum and see the exhibition through March 20.
Thank you to Dyess Air Force Base and the Dyess AFB School Liaison Office for helping coordinate this amazing learning opportunity for AISD students! 👩🍳🧑🍳
Today, we celebrated the inaugural recipients of AISD's new Employee Awards Program, recognizing outstanding educators and staff who go above and beyond to support our students and community.
Congratulations to the following individuals:
🏆 Teacher: Karl Wilcox, Cooper High School
🏆 New Teacher: Alfonso Santoya, Alcorta Elementary School
🏆 Student Support: Victoria Smith, Crockett Early Head Start
🏆 Auxiliary: Mary Rangel, Mann Middle School
🏆 Paraprofessional: Kathy Spivey, Hartford SAP
🏆 Substitute Teacher: Georgia Smith, Bowie Elementary
A special thank you to First Financial Bank Texas for sponsoring the program and providing each winner with a gift card!
🔗 Learn more about the Employee Awards Program here: https://www.abileneisd.org/article/1986715
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Austin 5th graders went to the AISD Planetarium today. It was a great field trip! Lots of learning in the lecture room along with smoke and fire! Then the Star Room leaves you in awe of our universe. Jason Barber was a wealth of knowledge and gave our students amazing learning opportunities. #chooseabilene
Polar Express at the Paramount! 🎄🎅🏼🚂⛄️🎁
Thank you to our guest speakers for reading “Grit Leads to Greatness” to our 5th graders! They discussed the different construction trade jobs mentioned in the book (Carpentry, Electrician, Plumbing, Welding, and Masonry).
Happy Back to School! Use these links to register your students for the 24-25 school year.
https://www.abileneisd.org/page/annual-registration
Learning to be better leaders for Austin Elementary ❤️🖤❤️🖤
Our faculty and staff spent the past 2 days together bonding and learning how to Capture Kids Hearts. It was an amazing training, and we are ready to capture those hearts come August! ❤️🖤
5th Grade Talent Show 📸