Trailblazer News

First Day - We Did It!!

Successful Start of School!  

First Day of School Procedures

First day of school is tomorrow, August 14th! We're excited to kick off this year with enthusiasm and excellence! To ensure a smooth start on the first day of school, please review the details below:

School Supplies & Dress Code

School Supplies We're thrilled to share the exciting news that our generous community partners at DELL, St. James Ep., and St. David's Ep. have stepped up to donate school supplies for ALL students at Norman-Sims Elementary.

Enroll Today

We are currently enrolling! Don't wait until school has already begun. Get an early start and enroll at austinisd.org/enroll

Freedom Schools (Open Spots!)

Please see the message below from our partners at Freedom Schools. They are hosting a summer camp here at Norman-Sims Monday-Friday 8:00-3:00 through the end of July. They are currently looking to enroll more students who just finished 3rd, 4th or 5th grade. See their full message below: 

June Newsletter

Hello Families!! We hope you're enjoying the sunny days and endless adventures of summer! Don't miss out on the latest scoop in our awesome elementary school community.  

Austin ISD: Open for Learning — A Day in the Life

It is important that our families understand the many security practices we have implemented to prepare to resume some in-person instruction starting October 5.

Participate in the Hispanic Heritage Virtual Talent Show!

Students can submit entries through Oct. 12. Awards Ceremony will be broadcast Oct. 15. Guidelines: Must be an AISD student (Pre-K-12). You may participate with your family! Submit videos or photos celebrating Hispanic culture (English or Spanish). Categories: 

Sept. 8 Start of School

8/7/2020 Dear Austin ISD Family,  Early this morning, the Austin ISD Board of Trustees approved a revised school calendar which reflects students’ first day as September 8. 

AISD Releases Mobile App

Austin ISD is happy to announce the launch of our mobile app—a new way to stay connected. The app will allow all AISD students, staff and families to receive notifications from the district and campuses for which they wish to subscribe.

AISD Reopening Information Session Videos

At-Home Distance Teaching and Learning:

Austin ISD to Host Reopening Information Sessions

Austin ISD will host two virtual information sessions to help give students, families and staff a stronger sense of what the return to school will look and feel like in August. AISD invites its learning communities to participate in the reopening conversation.