We're so excited to welcome you to the new school year! We hope you have had a restful and wonderful summer. We have already had Rebel athletes and band members bustling on campus this week as well as student leaders volunteering with our Rising Rebel Camp. It has been wonderful to see students shining and being here for each other!

Our incredible teachers and staff are busy getting ready for a great school year! Teachers have planned their instruction, and we are ready to engage students every day. We enrolled several new students during registration last week as well.

Key Information for the First Week:

• First Day of School: Tuesday, August 19th and it will be a B day.

• Start Time: Classes begin at 9:05 AM. Doors open at 8:50am daily.

• Schedules: Students can look up their schedules at portal.austinisd.org. Students are encouraged to write down their schedules and check them again on Monday, August 18th for any changes. See full schedule below!

• Open House: Please join us Tuesday, August 26th from 5 to 7 PM to meet staff and learn about this school year.

Bell Schedule:

1st/ 5th period 9:05-10:35

Homeroom 10:40-11:10

2nd/ 6th period 11:15-12:45

LUNCH 12:45-1:25

3rd/7th period 1:30-3:00

4th/ 8th period 3:05-4:35

Student schedules will be visible in Parent and Student's Frontline Self-Serve beginning Friday, August 15th. For help accessing Frontline or the AISD Parent portal, visit this link (https://www.austinisd.org/technology/aisd-portal). The first day of school is a B Day meaning students will begin in their 5th period classes.Students can find their 5th period class posted by the front office, by the courtyard doors, and in 300 hallway. They will receive their full schedule on paper during their 5th period class. Students can also access their "live" schedule through the AISD Student Portal on their Chromebooks. Schedules will shift the first week of school due to leveling and schedule checks. Please familiarize yourself with checking student schedules to maintain the most current schedule during this period of leveling. If you or your student notice any schedule corrections that are needed, complete this form. Counselor will contact students during the second week of school for corrections: bit.ly/3JhbTRw

Other General Information:

• Chromebooks: All students need to have their charged chromebooks! Come prepared everyday with a charger and Chromebooks!

• Recent State Legislation: Schools must now create policy to follow the LAW that students cannot have personal devices on at school for the duration of the school day. Personal Devices include phones, headphones, gaming consoles, etc. Students will be asked to turn personal devices off and store them in their bags/backpacks. Austin ISD School Board meets this week and will provide our campuses with further policy. Allowable accommodations are only made for documented needs through medical, 504, or IEP plans.

• Car Drop Off/ Parking: Please scoll down to review details

• Bus Finder: Need to find your bus? Check here https://www.austinisd.org/transportation

• Need to send an Attendance Note? Send here: https://www.austinisd.org/attendance/report-absence

We cannot wait to see students Tuesday! Welcome to school year 2025-2026.

Warmly,

The Travis ECHS Team

Be sure to Connect with Travis at our Website is https://travis.austinschools.org/, Facebook@TravisECHSRebels , or X@TravisRebels.

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Important Dates and times below

Friday August 22 is an A day!

August 19: First Day of School

August 19: Volleyball @ Travis 5PM-8PM vs San Marcos HS

August 21: JV+ Varsity Football @ Burger Stadium vs Smithville 6:00PM & 7:30PM

August 26, 5pm-7pm: Open House

August 26: Volleyball @ Travis 5PM-8PM vs Akins

August 28: Student portraits

August 29: Football @ Burger Stadium vs Akins 7:30

August 29: Wear College Colors Day! Share on socials #AustinISDCollegeColorsDay and #CollegeColorsDay and tag @AustinISD_CCR  and @AustinISD on X

September 1: Student/Staff Holiday

Arrival and Dismissal: The doors open at 8:50 AM each morning and students are dismissed at 4:35. Safety is a priority at Travis and we ask that all drivers carefully read the following information for arrival/ departure procedures.

CAR RIDERS:

Car pick up and drop off is on the side of the building during these hours (see picture below). We ask that all cars drive cautiously and 5 MPH at all times for the safety of our students and communiy. During dismissal, cars will be directed in the entrance near Starbucks, on the east side of campus. Cars will be directed to exit out the access road to I-35 during the times below*. The front of the school is for bus drop off and pick up ONLY during these hours:

*AM: 8:45-9:05

*PM: 4:15-4:45

BUS RIDERS:

All bus riders will be picked up and dropped off at the front of the school. General, Special, and Student Sharing buses will drop off and pick up at this location.

Bus Finder: Need to find your bus? Check here https://www.austinisd.org/transportation

During restricted arrival and dismissal times (see above)*, car traffic will be directed to use the east entrance to school.

STUDENT PARKING:

Student parking is by the gym. All students are required to carry a license and proof of insurance at all times. Parking permits are required. Students may request their permits here: http://bit.ly/4f0DfqI

Students who park on campus without a parking permit or in inappropriate parking areas will be warned, ticketed, and/or booted. A booted car will remain booted until the end of the day, or the owner must pay $25 to remove the boot early. Repeated violations may result in towing at the owner’s expense.

VISITOR PARKING:

Limited visitor parking is along Oltorf in the front of the school. Once these spaces are filled, visitors can drive to the southeast parking lot and park in Student Parking.

Students are encouraged to come prepared for College, Career and Life. These school supplies are encouraged to help your student be prepared for the school year:

5 notebooks- lined

2 notebooks- graphing

1 student planner

3-5 boxes highlighters

2 boxes of pencils

1 box black/red pens

10 pocket folders

4 pads sticky notes

2 1.5" binders

1 pack collee rule paper

scissors

3-4 glue sticks

1 box color pencils

1 backpack

1 Chromebook

Has a staff person at Travis provided you with excellent support or gone out of their way to help you? Send them a RAVE!

CAC needs students, teachers, parents, and community/business partners. Apply now! Scan the QR code to join the CAC. CAC meets monthly 5-6PM

WHY? During the most recent legislative session, Texas Lawmakers passed, and Gov. Greg Abbott signed into law, House Bill 1481, which prohibits students from using personal devices on district premises during school hours.

Items that must now be turned off and put away on Austin ISD campuses from Bell to bell include: Personal cell phones, tablets, gaming devices, smart watches, bluetooth headphones or earbuds, fitness trackers that can send or receive messages, personal (non-district issued) computers (laptops and computers), two-way radios, pagers, any other device capable of digital communication.

What this means for Austin ISD:

• Devices must be turned off, stored out of sight, and not used during school hours

• Exceptions will be made for documented medical needs and special educaiton accommodations

• Violations will result in the confiscation of the item

The law aims to enhance student learning, minimize distractions, and reduce the risk of cyberbullying. We know this change will be most successful when families partner with the school. Your conversations and planning with your child is important to help us implement this law successfully and have a device-free campus during school.

Want to follow district plans?

Austin ISD details can be seen here: https://www.austinisd.org/announcements/2025/06/26/coming-school-year-districtwide-student-cell-phone-policy-en-espanol

Health Guidelines for School Attendance

We want students at school as much as possible, but sometimes students get sick and need to stay home. Keeping a sick child home protects other children, school staff, and visiting community members from catching an illness that can be spread from person to person. 

A student with any of the following symptoms should not attend school:

• Temperature of 100 degrees or higher

• Nausea, Vomiting, or Diarrhea

• Eye redness and/or drainage

• Undetermined rash and/or scaly patches over any part of the body or scalp

• Intense itching with signs and symptoms of secondary infection

• Open, draining lesions

For more information see https://www.austinisd.org/health-services

When you need medical care, here are the different options in the community!

Seniors will have their own administrator and counselor.

9th, 10th, and 11th graders will be split by their last name.

ADMINISTRATORS

Sarah.Hodges@austinisd.org

Nicole.Creek@austinisd.org (Seniors/2026)

Elias.BarrahonaPeralta@austinisd.org (Gon-O)

Rosa.l.Esparza@austinisd.org (P-Z )

Heather.Merritt@austinisd.org (A-Gom)

ACADEMIC DEAN

yvette.venegas@austinisd.org

COUNSELORS

Stacey.DeLoach@austinisd.org (Gon-O)

Tabita.Gutierrez@austinisd.org (A-Gom)

Anita.Spadaro@austinisd.org (P-Z )

Arthur.Mendez@austinisd.org (Seniors/2026)

Please JOIN PTSA!! Contact PTSA at travisechsptsa1@gmail.com.

Rebel Ready Center

The Rebel Ready Center is committed to providing a holistic and student-centered approach to college and career readiness. We support students in exploring their unique interests and strengths, overcoming barriers, and building the knowledge, skills, and confidence necessary to achieve their academic, career, and personal goals.

12th Grade: Senior Spotlight

Seniors, it’s time to take charge of your college application process!

Naviance is Your Application Hub: Naviance is a comprehensive college and career readiness platform that helps you align your strengths and interests with your post-secondary goals. It's where you'll sign up for college representative visits, and it's essential for requesting and submitting documents to the colleges you are applying to.

Action Items:

• Update Your Email: Be sure to update your email address in Naviance to a personal email (not your school one) so you don't miss important updates after graduation.

• Get Ready to Apply: Prep your college list and start working on your college essays. Our goal is for you to submit your applications between September 1 and October 19.

• College Application Week: Don't miss FREE College Application Week from October 13-19, when you can apply to Texas colleges through Apply Texas with no application fees!

• Testing Plan: All Travis students are eligible for fee waivers for the SAT and ACT. Start thinking about your testing plan for the SAT, ACT, and TSI.

9th-11th Grades: Your Path to College & Career

It's never too early to start preparing for your future! Here’s a checklist to guide you through your high school journey.

9th & 10th Grade: Exploration & Foundation

• Academics: Challenge yourself with advanced courses like AP or honors classes. Focus on building strong study habits, time management, and organization skills.

• Exploration: Get involved! Join clubs, sports, or volunteer. Start exploring different careers and majors that align with your interests.

• Planning: Meet with your counselor to discuss course selection and start building a preliminary list of colleges. Take the PSAT to prepare for future standardized tests.

11th Grade: Focus & Refinement

• Academics: Take the most challenging courses available, including AP or dual enrollment. Maintain a strong GPA.

• Exploration: Narrow down your college choices based on your interests, academic profile, and financial needs. Take the SAT or ACT.

• Planning: Attend college fairs, visit campuses (in-person or virtually), and start drafting your college essays. This is also the time to request letters of recommendation from your teachers and counselors. Explore financial aid and scholarship options.

Want to meet to talk about your college and career pathway? Set up a meeting with your College and Career Advisor, Mr. Dominguez. 

Construction of the Future Travis schoolhouse continues on site. Please drive carefully as you enter the campus grounds. Construction trucks primarily enter and exit on the east/I-35 side, but will pause work during dismissal times.

Avoid using the west side driveway. and Follow all signs to stay out of restricted areas!

Website: https://travis.austinschools.org/

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1211 East Oltorf St., Austin TX 78704

512-414-2527

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