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Alternative education can cater to unique learning styles

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(Part 3)The Texas public school system is a $50 billion industry that educates millions, but it isn’t always the right option for every family. A growing number are opting to 'enroll' in less conventional ways of learning. From high-tech challenges to the comforts of home, more Texans are searching for and finding something different.

Alternative education can cater to unique learning styles

08/19/2011 12:40 PM

STAAR shakes up teaching methods statewide

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(Part Two) During the upcoming school year, students will transition standardized testing from Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) to State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR). It's a change that will include rigorous questions and finals-like exams for high school students.

STAAR shakes up teaching methods statewide

08/17/2011 10:24 AM

AISD receives $1 million for arts programs

Officials with the Austin Independent School District announced an anonymous $1 million donation geared toward expanding arts programs.

05/08/2012 10:43 AM

Parade celebrates children’s reading accomplishments

Members of the University of Texas Marching Band led Zavala Elementary School students on a quarter-mile long Reading Rally Parade in East Austin Friday.

05/05/2012 01:41 PM

Texas students begin STAAR testing

For the first time, Texas students are taking the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness, or STAAR Test.

04/24/2012 01:52 PM

AISD school board crunches 2013 budget numbers

EDUCATION

People spoke out over proposed changes to AISD’s school district budget for next year. The budget was just one of several items on the Austin Independent School District’s board agenda Monday.

AISD school board crunches 2013 budget numbers

04/24/2012 08:51 AM

First black UT student dies at 87

EDUCATION

John Chase, the first African-American to enroll at the University of Texas, died Thursday at the age of 87. Chase was also the state’s first black licensed architect.

04/03/2012 11:15 AM

Migrant student sacrifices honored at UT

EDUCATION

The University of Texas honored migrant students at its 25th annual Migrant Student Recognition Ceremony. Students Jessica Reyna and Eric Guajardo were selected as the most exemplary of the year.

Migrant student sacrifices honored at UT

04/03/2012 08:23 AM

Parents play the odds in Harmony Charter School lottery

EDUCATION

Parents and students played the odds Wednesday night during a lottery for admission to one of the five Harmony Charter Schools in Central Texas. There were 4,300 applicants vying for 850 open spots.

Parents play the odds in Harmony Charter School lottery

Updated 03/29/2012 09:49 AM

Texas students begin STAAR testing

EDUCATION

Exams start Monday for the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) in English I and III writing. STAAR is replacing the much-maligned Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS).

03/26/2012 10:57 AM

Del Valle High School receives state recognition

EDUCATION

Education Commissioner Robert Scott recognized Del Valle High School Tuesday for preparing students for college. The award includes a senior project requirement, a college and career counseling center and an ACC advisor who works out of the school.

Del Valle High School receives state recognition

03/14/2012 12:24 PM

AISD to remove toxic coal tar

EDUCATION

The city banned certain cancer-causing coal tar in 2006, but it still exists on many school campuses in Austin. The Oak Hill Gazette is reporting that work will begin to remove the tar on seven AISD playgrounds and 60 school parking lots, which is about half of the district's schools.

03/12/2012 07:55 PM

Technology helps teachers take students to new levels

EDUCATION

Classes will soon be out for spring break, but there are still lessons going on for some. South by Southwest kicks off this week with SXSWedu. Students around the country are using technology in the classroom, and Austin is becoming the place to get the latest software.

Technology helps teachers take students to new levels

Updated 03/07/2012 10:09 AM

SXSW Education kicks off with LeVar Burton

EDUCATION

The second annual event kicked off at the Downtown Austin Hilton Tuesday. SXSWedu offers a chance for educators, business leaders and policy makers to look at new trends in teaching and learning.

Updated 03/07/2012 10:05 AM

Officials cry foul over education honor

EDUCATION

YNN reported Monday that Huston-Tillotson student Delisha Thomas achieved one of the top four LSAT scores in the country. A spokesperson with Education Secretary Arne Duncan’s office said Tuesday a letter inviting Thomas to be honored by Duncan was fake.

Updated 03/07/2012 06:36 AM

AISD extends IDEA opt out deadline, reveals initial budget

EDUCATION

Monday, AISD Superintendent Meria Carstarphen announced the district's decision to extend the opt-out deadline for the controversial IDEA charter program. The school board also revealed its preliminary budget for the 2012-2013 school year, and applied for a waiver for this year’s STARR grades.

AISD extends IDEA opt out deadline, reveals initial budget

02/28/2012 10:54 AM

Carstarphen extends deadline for IDEA program

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The Austin Independent School District has extended the deadline for the controversial IDEA program. Parents at Allan Elementary now have until March 9 to opt out of the in-district charter program.