Seniors 2021

2021 GRADUATION CEREMONY

Austin High graduation Tuesday, June 1, 2021 2:00 pm at House Park

NOTE: Up to 8 guests per graduating student are permitted to attend the ceremony

Cord And Graduation Regalia Pick Up

As members of an academy, every senior has at least one cord to pick up.
Seniors may pick up cords in the Austin HS circle drive on the following dates and times:
- Friday, 5/28 from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Tuesday, 6/1 from 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Link to Slideshow Used in Graduation Video

LATEST UPDATES

Dear Austin HS Seniors,
As we prepare for the graduation ceremony at House Park on June 1, 2021 at 2:00 pm, we've decided to cancel the in-person practice scheduled for this Friday.Instead, we will send out a short video to our seniors later this week with directions and important updates. We will also update our senior page with the latest information. A couple of reminders:

All AISD stadiums have a clear bag policy.
Parking is available at Austin HS with a shuttle service to and from House Park starting at 12:30 pm and leaving every 15 minutes.
Students, staff, and family members will be required to self-screen using the COVID-screener on the AISD app. Please download the AISD app and have your green check ready upon entry to House Park. Temperature checks and masks are required per AISD policy.
Seniors will report to a designated area at House Park by 1:00 pm. Seniors will be assigned a designated staff member as a line leader and will remain with the line member until the end of the commencement ceremony.
Decorations on senior caps (mortar board) is not allowed per AISD policy.
Seniors may pick up cords in the Austin HS circle drive on the following dates and times:
- Friday, 5/28 from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Tuesday, 6/1 from 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

CAP AND GOWNS FOR GRADUATION

Herff Jones Cap & Gown Distribution
(for those who ordered)
Location: 2nd Floor Main Office
Date: Monday-Friday
Time: 8 am -4 pm

Any questions or concerns, please contact Linda Garcia at 512-414-7200 or via at linda.a.garcia@austinisd.org

SENIOR SURVEY

SENIOR SURVEYS!!! Please complete ASAP! This lets us know your plans, how to assist you and release your final transcript. https://tinyurl.com/3vm2u25x

Hey 2021 Seniors! Everyone at Austin High School is so proud of you, and we can’t wait to see what you’ll accomplish out in the world. Please take a minute to share what’s next for you on this padlet. Whether it’s continuing your education, serving in the military, taking a gap year or entering the work force, create a post that includes your name, a photo and your plans for after graduation.

PROM

Prom ticket sales have been extended through Tuesday, May 25th?
Purchase through School Cash. $15
Tickets are NOT available for purchase at the door.

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SENIOR THINGS

Looking for information about colleges, scholarships, careers, and all things related to that magical time called "after high school graduation"?

Naviance is THE definitive place for college information and the tools you need to both select a college and complete the tasks to attend after graduation day. Log in through the AISD portal OR the Naviance Student Link, then, click on the college tab.

Check out the College and Career Center website! They've compiled a HUGE amount of information that covers almost any question you can think of...and probably a few you didn't think of.!

ACC - ATTENDING AFTER HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION

Seniors thinking about Austin Community College? Check out this recorded senior session: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1a_rlE2nLIJKTnnVyPOAxTHyPpX_c0KfP/view?usp=sharin

COLLEGE ADMISSIONS PROCESS - LETTER FROM AHS

We recognize this year has been difficult and challenging for our senior class of 2021. Feel free to use this letter during the college admissions process. We sincerely hope this helps ease restrictions or guidelines for many of our seniors who have struggled as a result of the pandemic. Our intentions are good and we will continue to provide services as best we can to meet the needs of our students. We thank you for your patience and determination during this pandemic.

Check out the scholarship list in NAVIANCE

Log in through the AISD portal OR the Naviance Student Link
Look in the college tab - under scholarship list
Local scholarships are updated in Naviance regularly. Make sure to look early and often at these.

Other Scholarship Information

The AISD Scholarship Scoop is a helpful resource.
- The AISD Scholarship Scoop - April 2021
- The AISD Scholarship Scoop - March 2021
- The AISD Scholarship Scoop - October 2020
AISD scholarships Application
University/College Scholarships: Each school you apply to may have scholarships they award to you. Some awards are based on financial need, some are based on talents, and some are based on academics. Their scholarship deadline may be earlier than their application deadline, so do your research and don't procrastinate.

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