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Student Registration Plans for School Year 21-22
Thank you for being a part of Austin ISD!
We ask that you complete the following survey.
The survey is set to close on Friday, April 30, 2021.
At this time, Austin ISD is awaiting information on the 2021-2022 school year requirements from the Texas Education Agency (TEA). We know that on-campus learning will be an option available to families next year, just as it is this year. AISD safety protocols will align with the Center for Disease Control and Austin Public Health.
We realize you’re eager for information, and we will communicate more with our families when we receive guidance from TEA.
STAAR Testing Information
Dear Austin ISD families,
Thank you for your on-going support and participation in your child’s education. We continue to recognize how resilient students have been in the face of the many challenges we’ve all encountered this year. Students have seized on opportunities to enhance their use of technology, grow academically, and continue learning.
One of the many ways we support students in their academic growth is through standardized testing, including the State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness (STAAR). The STAAR helps us all understand how much a student knows and has mastered in core subject areas like English, math, science and social studies at the elementary and middle school levels, and English I, English II, Algebra I, biology and U.S history at the high school level.
These tests are simply one measure of student knowledge, and the results can provide important information to families, teachers, administrators and the students themselves. This is especially important as we know that students have been affected in different ways due to the changes we’ve had to make in providing instruction during the pandemic. It’s also important to remember that Texas requires high school students to pass all necessary End of Course, or EOC, assessments to graduate.
While Austin ISD has offered remote learning to families for the entire school year, Texas Education Agency guidelines require us to administer the STAAR on-site. It is our goal for every student who is able to come to campus to do so. All safety measures will be in place for the administration of the test including masks, social distancing where feasible, and easily available handwashing and sanitizing stations.
Your campus will be reaching out to you soon with specific dates and times for testing.
Please remember that students who come on to campus must meet the Texas Health and Human Services immunization requirements for school. Please contact your campus health room staff if you have any questions regarding immunizations.
For additional questions regarding STAAR administration, please contact your principal.
Thank you for your cooperation and continued support,
Anthony Mays
Chief of Schools
STAAR FAQ
Why is it important for my child to take the STAAR?
STAAR assessments are an important tool for evaluating how much our students have learned in a given year. While we believe that a teacher’s assessment is most important, we recognize that data from STAAR can help us evaluate how our students are learning. We hope to have as many students as possible participate in STAAR this spring and are working to provide the safest testing environment possible.
Who takes STAAR?
STAAR is required by state law in,
- Grades 3–8 mathematics,
- Grades 3–8 reading,
- Grades 4 and 7 writing,
- Grades 5 and 8 science,
- Grade 8 social studies,
- High school Algebra I, English I, English II, Biology, and U.S. History.
Who Takes TELPAS and why is it important?
Texas annually assesses the English language proficiency of students who have been identified as English learners (ELs) in four language domains—listening, speaking, reading, and writing. TELPAS evaluates the progress that each EL has made in becoming proficient in the use of academic English.
Can students take the STAAR or TELPAS assessments from home?
No. To participate, a student must be physically present on campus.
What adjustments have been made to make on-campus testing safer for students?
The Texas Education Agency has made a number of adjustments to help school districts provide a safe on-campus testing environment, including the option to expand the test window to space out testing. Austin ISD mandates that all students, staff and visitors on campuses wear a mask, pre-screen for symptoms through the AISD app and practice social distancing when feasible. Additionally, each campus principal will have the ability to create a testing plan based on-campus space and availability of staff.
Will STAAR results be used for grade promotion for students in grades 5 and 8?
No. The Texas Education Agency waived the rule stating that students must perform successfully on STAAR math and reading at grades 5 and 8 to be promoted to the next grade level. Instead, Austin ISD’s promotion policies will apply.
Is successful completion of End of Course (EOC) assessments at the high school level in English I, English II, Algebra I, Biology, and Social Studies still required for graduation?
Under current law, students are required to perform successfully on EOCs to meet graduation requirements. Although students may have future opportunities to take EOCs prior to graduation, we believe it is important for students to participate in EOCs at the immediate conclusion of the course to have the best chance of success.
If my student completes an EOC course this spring but does not take the EOC assessment, can the EOC requirement for that course be eliminated by an Individual Graduation Committee?
No. Under current law, a student must attempt an EOC assessment at least once before an Individual Graduation Committee can consider alternate criteria to satisfy the EOC requirement.
What if parents decide that on-campus testing is not a viable option for their children?
In that case, we respect your decision to continue to participate in remote instruction on testing days and your child will not take STAAR or TELPAS. For high school students, please note the above EOC graduation requirements.
Will campuses receive state accountability ratings (A-F) for the 20-21 school year?
No. TEA has stated that A-F ratings will not be assigned for 2020-21 because of disruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, STAAR results and accountability reports will be prepared for each campus and district and the reports will be available to the public.
Save the Date 11th graders: US History STAAR
Support the Crockett Cougar Band!
Crockett Guitar Students Qualify For State Competition
Michael Diaz (11th grade) and Juanito Rodriguez (10th grade) were able to perform for the regional guitar solo & ensemble competition held at McCallum via Zoom and both have received superior ratings and have qualified for the state competition in May!
Considering everything that's happened with this school year, Their guitar teacher, Mr. Hare as well as the rest of our Cougar country are exceptionally proud of these two students' accomplishments. They've earned it!
Nice Work, Crockett Tennis!
Tex-Ann fundraiser
If you feel inclined, please help the '21-'22 Tex-Anns to pay for upcoming summer camp, bus travel, costuming, and contest expenses by clicking on the link below. It will go into our "angel fund" to help team members in need. Thanks!!
Congrats Lady Coogs!!!
2021 YEARBOOKS STILL ON SALE:
If you have not purchased the 2021 yearbook, you may do so at JostensYearbooks.com.
If you have not picked up your 2020 yearbook, please email christina.sauceda@austinisd.org. Your yearbook will be left in the front office for a pick up at your convenience.
Thank you so much and have a great day.
Crockett Social Studies students are in the top ranks of Austin ISD!
This year, Crockett students ranked in the top 4 high schools across the city! Our kids are showing their smarts in lots of ways, but their US History knowledge is at the top. In fact, we came in 1st place across all high schools for African-American students in this subject!
We are excited that the curriculum changes we made based on student feedback and recent culturally relevant professional learning opportunities led to race not being a predictor of MOY scores. Crockett is a great place for all students to succeed in Social Studies. Congratulations to our amazing kids in the Class of 2022 on taking the lead in this category!
WHERE CAN I SIGN UP FOR A COVID VACCINE?
Austin Public Health 512-972-5560 www.austintexas.gov/aph-vaccine-reg
UT Health Austin 512-232-9999 www.uthealthaustin.org
Vaccine Finder https://vaccinefinder.org/
WHO CAN GET A VACCINE?
All adults 16 and older are eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine in Texas beginning Monday, March 29!
Pfizer vaccine is available for 16+
Moderna and Johnson & Johnson for 18+
WHAT ABOUT MY STUDENT WHO IS YOUNGER THAN 16?
No vaccines are approved for younger teens yet but Pfizer and Moderna vaccines are in a clinical trial for teens over 12, and we may have useful info on those trials soon.
Separate trials for kids are necessary because their immune systems are more robust, so their dosing may be different.
Join Crockett’s Campus Advisory Council (CAC)!
"Hello, Crockett parents and guardians!
Interested in making a difference at your child's school? Join Crockett’s Campus Advisory Council (CAC)!
The CAC is comprised of teachers, administrators, parents and students, as well as members of the local community. Together, we provide valuable input to our principal regarding the planning and budgeting processes, in addition to addressing important and timely issues.
To apply, complete a membership application and submit it to Crockett's main office:
https://www.austinisd.org/sites/default/files/dept/cac/docs/CAC_Application_Form_revised_91720.pdf
Parents are always welcome at our meetings! Meetings are held the second Tuesday of every month at 5:30pm:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82329753050
Meeting ID: 823 2975 3050
Passcode: 210634
Crockett Early College High School
Principal
