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🌱 Open Houses In Austin + AISD Planning Periods + EU@SXSW Austin

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Happy Thursday, Austin! Here are the most important things happening in town today.

First, today's weather:

Cloudy with a little rain. High: 41 Low: 33.

Here are the top stories in Austin today:

  1. Shopping for a house online can be fun, but there's nothing like actually going to an open house in person, and Patch and Redfin can help you find that. Currently there are two open houses in Austin that you may consider visiting. For details on those and other properties in the area, check out: (Austin Patch)
  2. The Austin Independent School District (AISD) is proposing to provide an additional planning period for all elementary school teachers due to sharp drops in student academic outcomes and widening of achievement gaps during COVID-19. AISD believes planning periods will "address these gaps by personalizing learning for every student." According to the district, "there would be a $6 million investment to hire additional essential teachers, including teacher assistants for P.E. classes" under the proposal. For details on the proposal, see AISD's Elementary Planning Period Proposal FAQ and visit: (KVUE.com)
  3. EU@SXSW will be in Austin from March 12-14 "with an exciting line-up of in-person events, showcasing European culture, technology, art, policy, and innovation." Stavros Lambrinidis, Ambassador of the European Union said, "We're bringing people at the cutting edge of transatlantic relations, tech innovation, the arts, and culture to this year's SXSW." He added, "I welcome everyone to visit us at the 'EU House' to talk about the big ideas and the big changes that are shaping Europe and the world." The event is free, but registration is required. To register and for a schedule of events and access to livestreams visit euintheus.org/sxsw and read: (PRNewswire)

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Today in Austin:

  • Virtual Cardio and Strength Class by Stronger Austin. (6:30 a.m.)
  • Cover to Cover: A Look at the Asiatic Fleet Exhibit at the National Museum of the Pacific War. (9 a.m.)
  • COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic at Northeast Early College High School. (4 p.m.)
  • 6-Week Musical Theatre Workshops: Moana & The Little Mermaid at TexARTS Association. (5 p.m.)
  • Board Regular Voting Meeting at Austin Independent School District. (5:30 p.m.)
  • Virtual Yoga Class by Stronger Austin. (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

  • "Variety Texas is hosting another evening of fun and games for young adults with special needs this Friday, Feb. 25 at Peaceable Kingdom by Variety located at 5555 North Lamar Blvd. Save your spot by signing up for Fun Friday at jotform.com." (Facebook)
  • "Make sure your voice counts! Early voting is going on now through Friday, Feb. 25. Visit http://votetravis.com to see polling locations in Travis County, voter ID requirements, sample ballot & more!" (Facebook)
  • "Learn about the Travis County Summer Youth Employment Program at an in-person session this Saturday, Feb. 26 from 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at Austin ISD Central Office located at 4000 S. I-35. More information at SYEP Participants: Summer Youth Employment Program Training (signupgenius.com)." (Facebook)
  • "This year's Amplify Austin is almost here, and you can help the Austin Civic Orchestra make beautiful music with a donation to the Cowbell Fund! Visit austincivicorchestra.org for updates on our 2022 campaign and head to amplifyatx.org to learn more about Amplify Austin." (Facebook)

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That's it for today! I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with a new update.

— Gabriela Couvillion

About me: I'm an active mom of two grown sons and lifelong San Antonio resident. I received a BA in Spanish from the University of Texas at San Antonio, and in my free time I immerse myself in creative writing. Thanks for reading Patch, and feel free to reach out if you have any news and happenings you think may appeal to our readers!

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