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Academies Competitive Application Process

​Students who live outside the attendance zone: Austin High is a very welcoming place, so we love to see our family grow! If you are not in our attendance zone, but are interested in our academies and award-winning programs,  you'll need to fill out an application for the academies.  Applications are reviewed through a competitive process that considers essay responses, grades, and test scores.  Students will rank their academy preferences and top applicants are placed into the lottery based on their academy preference.
Consider your first and second choice carefully, as most students are placed in one of their top two choices.  If you do not get your first choice, you will be placed on a waiting list and you may have the chance to move into that academy later, as students move and slots open up.  If you would like to switch your academy, you may do so at the end of each semester, only if spots are available.
Online application and supporting materials must be submitted by February 1,  2021 at 5:00 p.m 

Our Competitive Application has four parts. All four parts must be complete by 5:00 p.m. on February 1, 2021 before a candidate will be considered. Please read the instructions carefully. 

PART 1: AISD INTENT TO APPLY FORM

Applicants much complete the Austin ISD Intent to Apply for a Magnet/Application Program form
  • The Austin ISD Intent to Apply for a Magnet/Application Program form can be found in the Austin ISD Parent Cloud.  If you are new to Austin ISD and do not have a Parent Cloud Account, please create a Parent Cloud Account before proceeding. You will need to submit proof of residence in Austin ISD (utility bill in parent name).
  • Once in the Parent Cloud, search for the "AISD Intent to Apply" tile.

​PART 2: ONLINE APPLICATION
All candidates must complete an online application.  Please submit the competitive application below.
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PART 3: WRITTEN ESSAY
Applicants will complete a written essay to be submitted through an email. The writing prompt will be released January1 along with the email for submission. Use the link below to find the prompts and directions:
 
Transfer Essay Component
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PART 4: SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS
(note: students currently attending an Austin ISD middle school do not need to submit supplemental materials)
  • Copy of student’s report card from the Fall 2019 semester of school
  • Copy of student’s most recent STAAR scores (or equivalent nationally-recognized standardized exam)

Supplemental Materials from Part 4 may be scanned and emailed to steven.maddox@austinisd.org, hand-delivered to the Main Office on the 2nd floor at Austin High School, or mailed to:
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Attn: Academy Office 
Austin High School 
1715 W. Cesar Chavez 
Austin, TX 78703
  • SCANNED AND EMAILED - Supporting documents must be received by 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 1, 2021
  • HAND-DELIVERY –Supporting documents must be received by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, January 31, 2021.
  • MAILED – Supporting documents delivered by mail must be postmarked on or before February 1, 2021.

Looking for More Information?
Academy Application Timeline
  • Applications available for student who live outside of the attendance zone - November 1
  • Maroon & White Night (Austin High Showcase) - December 7 - 10
  • Parent/Student Academy Information Night at O'Henry Middle School (all are welcome)- Tuesday,  January 12 at 6:00pm - Virtual - Meeting ID - 930 6393 0161  Passcode - 544906
  • Parent/Student Academy Information Night at Small Middle School (all are welcome)- Wednesday, January 13 at 6:00pm - Virtual - Meeting ID - 999 7069 2443   Passcode - 757650
  • Application deadline for students who live outside of the attendance zone - February 1
  • Lottery Preference Survey deadline for students in the attendance zone or who have received a priority transfer - February 1
  • Academy Decision letters emailed to students - February 23​
  • Course Advising Workshop for all incoming 9th grade students (and parents) who are not currently at O.Henry or Small Middle School - TBD
  • Intent to Attend Austin High Survey Completion Deadline - March 13
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1715 West Cesar Chavez
Austin, Texas 78703
(512) 414-2505 Office
(512) 414-7373 Fax


Amy Taylor, Principal
amy.taylor@austinisd.org
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  • HOME
  • Our Programs
    • Academies >
      • Academies at AHS
      • Academy Admissions Process
      • Academy Websites >
        • Academy for Classical Studies
        • Academy for Global Studies
        • Academy for Design and Technology
        • Academy for Science and Innovation
      • Academy Distinction >
        • Senior Seminar
    • Academic Supports >
      • 504
      • AVID
      • Dyslexia Support
      • G/T
      • MAPS
      • SPARC
      • SPED
    • EL
    • Advanced Academics >
      • Advanced Placement
      • Dual Credit
      • UT Micromajor
    • Athletics at AHS >
      • General Athletics Info and Schedules
      • Football Livestream
      • Volleyball Livestream
      • Basketball >
        • Boys Basketball
        • Girls Basketball
      • Football
      • Golf >
        • Girls Golf
      • Lacrosse >
        • Boys Lacrosse
        • Girls Lacrosse
      • Soccer >
        • Boys Soccer
        • Girls Soccer
      • Swimming
      • Volleyball
    • Career & Technical Education (CTE)
    • Core Academics >
      • English/Language Arts
      • Math
      • Science
      • Social Studies
      • World Languages
    • Endorsements
    • Fine Arts
    • FIT
    • Student Wellness
    • Student Sharing
  • Our School
    • About Austin High >
      • AHS Brand Guide
      • Campus Map
      • History of AHS
      • Our Location
      • Profile: Mission and Vision
      • AISD Campus Report
    • Accolades
    • Administration
    • Principal's Report
    • Alumni Information >
      • Alumni at AHS >
        • Dedication Day >
          • Hall of Honor Student Steering Committee
          • Maroon Society
        • Hall of Honor >
          • Distinguished Alumni
          • Honored Faculty
          • Honored Veterans
    • Calendars and Schedules >
      • AHS Calendar
      • AISD Calendar
      • Athletic Schedules
      • Bell Schedules
      • Block Schedule (A/B Days)
      • Final Exam Schedule
      • Fundraising Calendar
      • Hybrid Model
      • Principal's Coffee Meetings
      • Testing - AHS Bell Schedules
      • Testing - AISD Calendar
    • Campus Advisory Council (CAC)
    • College & Career Center
    • Counselors
    • Facility Use Information >
      • Facility Use Information
      • Facility Use Calendar
      • Austin HS Staff Facility Use Form
      • AISD Building Use Application
    • Remote Learning & Back to School 2020
    • Library
    • Staff Directory
  • Parents
    • 3 Initiatives
    • Attendance Office
    • Back the Track
    • Coffee with the Principal
    • Emergency Plan
    • Feeder Schools >
      • O. Henry Middle School >
        • Barton Hills Elementary
        • Bryker Woods Elementary
        • Casis Elementary
        • Mathews Elementary
        • Oak Hill Elementary
        • Pease Elementary
        • Zilker Elementary
      • Small Middle School >
        • Oak Hill Elementary
        • Patton Elementary School
    • Registrar's Office >
      • All About Grades
      • Student Registration
    • My Training for Parents
    • Parent Education Series
    • Parent Technology Support
    • PTSA
    • PTSA Remind
    • School Cash
    • Traffic Routes
    • Volunteer Now!
  • Students
    • 2021-2022 Course Selection
    • All Thing TECHNOLOGY >
      • BLEND - How do I ...?
      • Chromebook Guide
      • Student Technology Support
    • Activities and Clubs
    • Honors and Awards >
      • Maroon Society
    • How do I...? >
      • Dress Code
      • GPA
      • Lunch Info
      • Parking Permit
      • Schedule Correction Request - 2020 Back to School
      • Secondary School Information Guide
      • Student IDs
      • Textbook Request
      • Transcript Request
      • VOE for Drivers Ed
    • Seniors 2021
    • Student Education Series
    • Summer Assignments
  • Quick Links
    • 2021-2022 Course Selection
    • AHS Calendar
    • Attendance Office
    • Austin ISD Website
    • Bell Schedule
    • Block Schedule
    • Parent/Student Cloud
    • PTSA
    • Remote Learning & Back to School 2020
    • Seniors 2021
    • Winter Storm 2021: Family Suppport
    • Weekly Newsletter
    • Who to call...