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As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact individuals in our local communities and across the globe, our healthcare systems are working collaboratively each day with local public health authorities and community leaders to prepare for the futur
Read moreAustin-based philanthropists Brian and Adria Sheth, founders of The Sheth Sangreal Foundation, have pledged dollar-for-dollar matching of funds up to $500,000 for Club on the Go kits that provide youth and families with meals and vital resources. Sangreal’s funding will also serve the children of first responders and frontline medical personnel from the most impacted areas.
Read moreCommunities In Schools of Central Texas (CIS) is mobilizing to meet student needs. In the face of the COVID-19 crisis, Communities In Schools of Central Texas is going beyond school walls to meet students where they are and ensure that their basic needs do not go unmet. Staff are working full time, remotely, to lead efforts to support students and families.
Read moreAustin Community College (ACC) will offer a pass/no-pass option for students this spring semester in response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) impact on classes. ACC President/CEO, Dr. Richard Rhodes, signed an emergency order to approve the change on Tuesday, March 31.
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Read moreBTW teachers put on a parade Friday, April 3, I just came inside after cheering on a Booker T. Washin gton Elementary School teachers parade of honking cars driving through the neighborhoods. Some had signs on the cars—”We Miss You.” I know that the students could hear them coming because I could! It was an awesome sight! Cannot thank them enough—it means a lot to all of us. Our teachers are the best.
Read moreIn response to the new challenges presented by school closures and remote instruction, Elgin ISD is modifying its grading guidelines for the rest of the school year, according to a letter last week to parents from Elgin ISD Superintendent Jodi Duron.
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At the end of last month, as Elgin began adjusting to the COVID-19 pandemic, the community turned out to give a total of 40 units of blood during two highly-successful blood drives.
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