Upcoming Events

Friday, July 10th

Pool Party + TEA Takeover Info-sharing

⏰ 4:00 – 7:00 pm

📍 Lakewood Pool

Family-friendly. Heard that TEA might takeover and want to learn more? Come join other families and RSVP by emailing hello@atx116.org

Saturday, July 11

WPNA General Meeting: WPNA Schools Committee + ATX116

What’s Happening to Our Schools? Community Conversation

⏰ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

📍 United Methodist Church - 6100 Berkman Drive (in person and virtual)

Open to all. Co-Hosted by WPNA & WPNA Schools Community. Facilitated by ATX116 and collaborated with WPNA Schools Committee

Sun, July 19th

Lee Community Meeting

⏰ 10:00 am

📍RSVP for location

RSVP here. Kid-friendly. Join folks at the Lee Elementary School Playground for a community meetup about the future of Austin's public schools. Hear from AISD Trustee Andrew Gonzales.

Sunday, August 9th

ATX116 Listening Circle

⏰ 5:00 – 7:00 pm

📍 Violet Crown City Church, Austin, TX (in person) 

RSVP by Saturday, July 8th at 5pm — sign up for our newsletter to receive your invitation.

Sunday, July 12th

ATX116 Listening Circle

⏰ 5:00 – 7:00 pm

📍 Violet Crown City Church, Austin, TX (in person) 

RSVP by Saturday, July 11th at 5pm — sign up for our newsletter to receive your invitation.

Thursday, July 30th

Community Conversation: TEA Involvement in Public Schools

⏰ 5:30 - 7:00 pm

📍Windsor Park Library - 5833 Westminster Dr.

Join this community discussion on how public schools look under Texas Education Agency (TEA) Governance. We will discuss, share information, explore, and dream.

Wednesday, July 15th

Brentwood Community Meeting

⏰ 6:00 – 7:30 pm

📍 Birdhouse Books, 5925 Burnet Rd, Austin, TX 78757

Continuing the neighborhood discussion around a possible TEA Takeover and other education advocacy issues.

Saturday, August 8th

Drumming Up Support for Public Schools

⏰ 11:00 am

📍Brentwood Neighborhood Park - 6710 Arroyo Seco

Hosted by Brentwood Elementary School Parents. Join families in making some noise for our public schools! Listen to guest speakers, get plugged into groups, and learn about what is happening in our schools. Kid-friendly. Tacos and snacks provided.

Saturday, August 15th

Summit Elementary PTA Playdate

⏰ 9:00 – 10:00 am

📍 Summit Elementary Playground

Meet with other Summitt PTA families for a playdate with students and families.

Community Resources For Public Education & Advocacy

  • This is a collection of trusted links and tools to help families, educators, students, and advocates stay informed and take action around public education in Austin and across Texas.

    We’ve gathered these resources to support our community in understanding what’s happening in our schools, who’s behind it, and what we can do together.

    • Organizations working to protect public schools

    • Information about policies like SB 1882 & TAP

    • Student and family support services

    • Local media coverage and advocacy tools

    • Community groups building power and connection

  • We are not directly affiliated with all the organizations listed, but we believe in their work and share their commitment to just and equitable public education.

    Have something to add? Send us a message in the contact page.

Public Education & Policy

  • Nonpartisan advocacy for public education funding and local control, with a strong presence at the Capitol.
    https://www.raiseyourhandtexas.org

  • Clear, parent-friendly info on the Texas school finance system and how to advocate for better funding.
    https://www.justfundittx.org

  • Breaks down SB 1882, charter takeovers, and the financialization of public schools.
    https://www.texasaft.org/resources/the-privatization-playbook

Student & Family Support

  • Provides affirming programming and counseling for LGBTQIA+ youth in Central Texas.
    https://www.outyouth.org

  • Offers on-campus support for students in AISD and beyond: mental health, basic needs, and academic help. https://www.ciscentraltexas.org

  • Vela (for Families of Students with Disabilities): Free support programs, education, and advocacy for families of children with disabilities.
    https://www.velafamilies.org

Community & Advocacy

  • A community effort to protect public education and stop school closures in Austin ISD. https://osod.org

  • Supports school-community partnerships, family resource centers, and leadership development across AISD.

  • Builds grassroots leadership in Austin’s Eastern Crescent around health, housing, and education justice.
    https://www.goaustinvamosaustin.org

Media & Storytelling