Zilker's 75th Anniversary Party: March 7
Zilker Elementary School
Austin Vertical Team Meeting
We invite you to join us for an important conversation with Trustee Lynn Boswell, who represents our district.Trustee Boswell will be discussing student progress at our school and across the Austin High School vertical team campuses (the elementary and middle schools that feed into a neighborhood high school). This is a great opportunity to share your insights and collaborate in support of our students and schools.
Event Details:
đź“… Date: Tuesday, March 4, 2025
đź“Ť Location: O. Henry Middle School (2610 West 10th St., 78703) Cafeteria
⏰ Time: 5:30-7 p.m.
🎙️ Trustees in Attendance: Trustee Lynn Boswell and Trustee Fernando Lucas de Urioste
Your voice matters, and we value your partnership in shaping the future of our schools. We hope to see you there!
Summer Camps at Zilker!
Nerdy Cooks is hosting summer camps at our campus for the following dates and times:
June 2-5 from 8:30-12:30
June 9-12 from 8:30-12:30
June 23-26 from 8:30-4:00
July 14-17 from 8:30-12:30
July 21-24 from 8:30-4:00
July 28-31 from 8:30-12:30
Upcoming Author Visits!
We are excited to have multiple authors visiting our campus this spring.
Books can be ordered in advance through BookPeople and signed by the author in person.
Please see below and click on the link to order books:
PreK-2, March 4 - Lalena Fisher
Celebrating Black History Month!
On Wednesday, PreK-5th engaged in a joyous celebration of African Culture for Black History month. The exuberant, award-winning Children’s Author, Ada Ari, shared African artifacts, fabrics, instruments, dances, geography and stories! She had the whole cafeteria singing, laughing and joining in the culturally rich experience! A lot of the children said it was their favorite Guest Artist ever and left dancing out of the assembly with huge smiles!
This program was brought to you by our PTA Arts in Education committee & Diversity committee! Click here to see photos & videos from the assemblies.
Please do not park off of Ann Arbor St. on Friday, March 7 after 3:30.
The food trucks for the 75th Anniversary Party will be parking there!
Austin ISD monitoring Measles, no reported cases to date
Austin ISD is carefully monitoring the ongoing spread of Measles throughout the state and in neighboring communities.
Why it matters: Measles is an airborne, extremely infectious and potentially severe rash illness. While it was declared eliminated in the United States in 2000, Texas has seen a surge of cases in recent months.
Where we stand: No active measles cases have been reported in the City of Austin since December 2019.
Our district currently reports a 96% student compliance to the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) state immunizations guidelines — that’s 1% above the target recommended by health officials.
We’re working tirelessly to increase this compliance rate in collaboration with Austin Public Health via outreach, education, vaccine clinics and direct campus health room communication.
How we got here…United States Measles vaccination coverage among kindergarteners has dipped below the 95% coverage target — much lower in some communities — and is decreasing.
Global measles activity is increasing, meaning more chances of an unvaccinated person infected with measles abroad returning to the United States.
Questions/Comments? Please reach out to Austin ISD Health Services and Nursing via Let’s Talk.
The bottom line: We remain vigilant and prepared to react to any public health scenario and provide our students and teachers the peace of mind necessary to succeed academically.
Go deeper… with our Measles FAQs.
Order Your Yearbook!
Please use the link to complete the online ordering process. There are two purchasing options. One is a standard yearbook for your child. The other OPTION is to purchase a book to donate. Purchase early as books are $34.00 per book until March 10th!
All users will have to Register the first time they access the site.
This is the link will take you to the online pay site: Online Pay Site
Our school code is 188785M
ORDER HERE
GT News
Newly-Identified GT Family Info Meeting:
Meeting Recordings
Presentation Slides and Handout
Follow Up FAQs
GT Showcase Theme: This Is Our Story
Please see the flyer and check out this site.
The Recognizing All Valuable Employees or RAVE Program was created to honor those who take the extra steps to provide equitable and exceptional experiences. If you had an exceptional experience interacting with an Austin ISD employee, please nominate that staff member by completing this form.
AISD Family Empower Hour Sessions
AISD is Austin's home for inclusive learning: high expectations for all children and high outcomes for every student. We prepare every student with the knowledge and skills to thrive in college, career, and life.
AISD is providing sessions over various topics which provide valuable information and support regarding Special Education and 504 services. Click here to learn more!
Upcoming Events!
March 6 - CAC Meeting
March 7 - Zilker's 75th Anniversary Party
March 13 - 5th Grade Musical
March 14 - Student Holiday
March 17-21 - Spring Break
March 28 - PTA Meeting
March 31 - Student & Staff Holiday
April 1 - General Registration Opens
April 11 - Spring Fling!
