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Fundraiser for AP Exam Fees and College Textbook Scholarships
Mac Family, AVID is raising money for AP exam fees and college textbook scholarships to help McCallum High School students from populations underrepresented in college. AVID is a national college preparatory program geared towards helping underrepresented populations...
FAFSA Workshop
FAFSA, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, opened October 1. House Bill 3 requires all Seniors to either complete the FAFSA form or the FAFSA opt-out form as part of graduation requirements. The FAFSA encompasses grants that can help with college costs. Aid...
MacTheatre seeking kids age 7-13 for “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”
Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is one of the world’s most beloved family musicals. Released as a concept album in 1969, this multi award winning show has been performed hundreds of thousands of times including multiple runs in the West End and on...
Principal Update – October 2021
Time is flying by and hard to believe it's already time to send another Principal Update! I hope you are enjoying the *slight* change in temperature as we move into fall. You may read the October's Principal Update below or click here to read in another format. Go...
Brentwood Elementary Halloween Carnival Volunteers
The annual Halloween Carnival is coming to Brentwood Elementary School on Oct. 16. View flyer | View Volunteer flyer. Saturday, October 16 Set up & decorate 10am- 2 pm, Carnival 3-6 pm Clean up 6:15pm -7:30pm This is a great way to get SERVICE HOURS! Volunteer to...
Calling All World Travelers!
Big news, McCallum parents: MacTravel is offering two different trips for summer 2023! We are so excited to offer you both Japan and the Dominican Republic! Travel is so much more than just planes and trains - your child will gain new perspectives, develop a sense of...
MIT Graduate-Led Winter Enrichment Opportunity in Artificial Intelligence
Inspirit AI is a 25-hour enrichment program that introduces middle and high school students to fundamental artificial intelligence concepts in order to work through socially impactful projects in areas including art, healthcare, education, finance, and more. Developed...
AISD COVID-19 Guidelines
Please review the attached AISD COVID-19 Guidelines. Please note that fully vaccinated individuals do not need to quarantine after a close contact COVID-19 Exposure. Per CDC recommendations, if an individual has received both doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or...
Austin ISD Brain Power Series
Join us for an informational series to learn about strategies that can help you better support your child at home. Learn more. Tuesdays from 5:00-5:30 Sept 21, 28 Oct 5, 12, 19
Get Your Homecoming T-Shirt!
The McCallum Student Council is selling t-shirts for the Homecoming 2021 football game. We are having a white-out, and everyone is encouraged to purchase a t-shirt to participate. Order yours today for under $10! Orders will close on midnight, Oct. 7th. Order...
Vaccine Opportunity on Oct. 6 at Kealing Middle School
Dear Austin ISD Families, We have a free COVID-19 (Pfizer) vaccine opportunity available for our AISD Community, all family members included, 12 years of age and older. This opportunity is being hosted by Travis County Vaccine Collaborative. Walk-ins welcome, no...
AISD Family Newsletter – 9.30.21
September is National Voter Registration Month. Visit www.votetexas.gov for everything you need to register and vote. Topics in this newsletter include: Get your child’s flu shot on campus Sex Ed curriculum put on hold The Equity Action Plan has arrived Learn how...
Reminder: All Students Need Reusable Water Bottles
Hello Mac Families! This is a friendly reminder that students need to bring a reusable water bottle to school every day. Thank you for your help in that! Thanks, Nicole Griffith Principal McCallum High School
MAC Band Wins BIG at Cap City Marching Festival!
Congrats to the MAC BAND on a very successful day at the Capital City Marching Festival on Saturday, September 25, 2021. The band produced really great performances both at prelims and finals!!! Way to go! MAC BAND Awards from Saturday: 1st place in our Division (4A)...
McCallum Library Book Drive
Donate new or gently-used books at the McCallum Library entryway during school hours Monday, Oct 4 - Friday Oct. 15. Books of all reading levels and languages welcomed! Questions? Call 512-414-7536. Thanks! -Ms. Orr McCallum Librarian