This episode from Austin ISD provides a comprehensive update on various news and happenings across the district, covering accolades for individuals, important administrative updates, and upcoming events.
Teacher Recognition: Pooja Mulgaonker, a teacher from Kiker Elementary School, has been named one of six finalists for the 2026 Texas Teacher of the Year Award, with Superintendent Segura delivering the news. The winners are scheduled to be announced on October 17th.
Community Honor: The City of Austin declared Sept. 8, 2025, as “Ms. Minda Anderson Day” in recognition of Minda Anderson, the librarian at the Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders, for her deep commitment to her work and students.
School Consolidation Process Update: Families are encouraged to complete the Phase Two survey regarding the school consolidation process by September 26th. A draft consolidation plan, which will include specific recommendations for each school, proposed new boundaries, and suggested changes to programs or transfer policies, is set to be shared before the Board Information Session on October 9th. The final board vote on this plan is scheduled for November 20th.
Arts and Community Events: The Austin ISD Performing Arts Center is hosting two events:
The Faculty and Staff Fine Arts Exhibit, running through September 26th, showcases the creative talents of educators and staff in visual art, music, theatre, dance, and digital media.
The Day of Dance Free Community Festival on Saturday, September 20th, will feature professional performances, free dance classes, youth performances, live music, and a secret performance.
Student Achievement: Boone Macon, a junior at the Liberal Arts and Science Academy, was selected from nearly 3,000 national applicants for NASA’s competitive STEM Enhancement in Earth Science (SEES) internship.