About Austin ISD
Austin ISD educates 72,830 students and embraces 116 diverse school communities in one of the fastest-growing metroplexes in the country. In partnership with our families and our community, Austin ISD's mission is to prepare every student with the knowledge and skills to thrive in college, career, and life. We partner with world-class universities, innovative businesses, nonprofit organizations and engaged community leaders to provide a comprehensive educational experience that is high-quality, challenging and inspires all students to make a positive contribution to their community.
Vision
We are Austin’s home for inclusive learning: high expectations for all children, high outcomes for every student.
Mission
We prepare every student with the knowledge and skills to thrive in college, career, and life.
Values
In our interactions with students, families, community stakeholders, and each other, we commit to:
Caring for every child to be healthy, safe, engaged, supported, and challenged.
Educational equity, to ensure every child receives what is needed to develop to their full potential.
Innovation and academic excellence to inspire the next generation of leaders, civically engaged citizens, creative and critical thinkers, and lifelong learners.
Valuing diversity, inclusion, and meaningful engagement of all voices as we collaborate to improve the common good.
A culture of respect, transparency, and data-informed decision-making to build trusting relationships with each other and those we serve.
Engaging our employees and inviting their collaboration to make AISD a great place to work.
Aligning resources to students' needs, to be strategic stewards of financial and human capacities to achieve our vision and mission.
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