Austin Middle School Stem Magnet

Initial Designation: 2020

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School Details

  • Principal: Dr. Julia Ramirez
  • District: Galveston
  • County: Dallas
  • Community: Urban

Characteristics

  • Academic Excellence - Faculty formally collaborate and learn from each other (e.g., interdisciplinary teams, PLCs)
  • Developmental Responsiveness - Meaningful parent involvement
  • Organizational Structures and Processes - Intentional practices to collect and analyze data on student success in order to monitor student progress, address barriers, and make improvements
  • Social Equity - Families are actively engaged in our school through intentional efforts to address barriers and provide multiple opportunities

Description

Austin Middle School serves a diverse student population of over 900 learners who thrive in a professional and academically rigorous environment. Our commitment to the whole child is anchored in specific social-emotional programs such as the Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports framework and our daily Advisory sessions which focus on building resilience and empathy. These initiatives ensure every student feels supported while developing essential life skills for future success. Academically, Austin Middle School is recognized for outstanding middle school programs including our award-winning STEM labs and a comprehensive Career and Technical Education department that encourages hands on learning. Students engage in high level inquiry through accelerated math tracks and immersive technology courses that prepare them for the challenges of high school. By balancing emotional well-being with high expectations, we empower our students to become responsible global citizens. At Austin Middle School, excellence is a daily practice shared by our dedicated staff and vibrant community of young scholars.
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