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04/30/2023


 

New Announcements:



Calling Class of 2024 Junior Parents – Donations and Volunteers Needed for Senior Class of 2023 Baccalaureate Ceremony

The Class of 2024 junior parents “pay it forward” by hosting the Class of 2023 Senior Baccalaureate celebration. The McCallum Baccalaureate ceremony is a long-standing tradition focused on reflection of the graduates’ achievements and next chapters. Featured presenters are Ms. Nix and Mr. Adame along with the McCallum choir and orchestra…think graduation but more intimate […]  read more 

Senior Breakfast Donations Needed

We are looking for food and beverage donations for McCallum’s annual Class of 2023 Senior Breakfast on Monday May 22! The breakfast will take place at 8:00 a.m. on May 22 in the McCallum Library to kick off the seniors’ final high school finals! Please see signup genius here to lend a hand. No time […]  read more 

Highland Park Alumni Grad Walk 2023

Highland Park Elementary alumni who are graduating from high school this school year are invited to the Graduation walk! Students will line up and walk your elementary halls one last time in your gap year/college merch or cap/gown to the cheers of current HP students and staff. Date: Thursday, May 18, 2023 Time: Arrive no […]  read more 

Fine Arts Academy Senior Celebration 2023

It’s time to celebrate our Fine Arts Academy Senior Class of 2023! This event will include student performances, music, and awarding of Fine Arts Academy Medallions. Date: May 15, 2023 Time: 6:30 p.m. Location: MAC Theatre, 5600 Sunshine Drive Questions, email tonya.moore@austinisd.org. View invitation here.    read more 

Gullett Alumni Scholarship

The Gullett Elementary Alumni scholarship has been established to recognize former students who have excelled in their academic endeavors, supported their community through various service projects and/or participated in extracurricular activities, and proven they possess the drive to further their education. By granting this scholarship, we encourage students to pursue their educational goals, and we […]  read more 

Senior Breakfast Donations

We are seeking food and beverage donations for McCallum’s annual Class of 2023 Senior Breakfast on Monday May 22nd! The breakfast will take place at 8am on 5/22 in the McCallum Library to kick off the seniors’ final high school finals! Please signup here with signup genius to lend a hand. No time to bake? […]  read more 

Ongoing Announcements:



AP Testing Information

AP testing will take place during the first two weeks of May. Please check your College Board account to see the day and time of your exam. View PDF here for testing information. Location: McCallum High School Dates: May 1 – 5 May 8 – 12 May 17 – 19 (late testing) Questions: Contact us […]  read more 

April and May STAAR EOC Testing

McCallum Students and Families; McCallum students will be STAAR EOC testing in April and May. The STAAR EOC assessments measure students’ academic performance in core high school courses (Algebra I, English I, English II, Biology, U.S. history). Students are required to take the STAAR EOC assessments for courses in which they’re enrolled as part of […]  read more 

Academy Convocation/Celebration

Save the Date: Academy Convocation/Celebration When: Monday, May 15, 2023 Time: 6:30 p.m. Location: McCallum Arts Center We look forward to seeing you as we celebrate the completion of work for all 2023 Graduating Fine Arts Academy Majors! View PDF.  read more 

Summitt Elementary Scholarship for Seniors

Hey graduating seniors who attended Summitt Elementary! Apply for Summitt PTA’s $1,000 scholarship by May 1, 2023. Application materials can be dropped off or mailed to the school.  read more 

McCallum Partners in Education: Real Estate Edition

Spring is the best time to buy or sell a house. If you are in the market, consider working with a real estate agent who gives back to support students and teachers at McCallum! All four of these real estate professionals are local experts who care about our community: – Anne Haikola, Haikola Home Experts: https://www.teamhaikola.com […]  read more 

Davis Elementary Alumni Scholarship Application

Are you a graduating Senior? Did you attend Davis Elementary for at least 3 years? Are you going to continue your education? Scholarship Application Deadline is May 5, 2023. View details here.  read more 

Spring 2023 Parent and Community Engagement Opportunities

Families, community members, and staff are invited to attend the upcoming Spring Parent and Community Engagement learning opportunities hosted by the Austin ISD Special Education Department. The Department is hosting a virtual Power Hour with national speaker, Dan St. Romain, on the topic of Avoiding Power Struggles. Also, the Department has partnered with VELA for […]  read more 

2023 Highland Park Elementary (Austin ISD) PTA Scholarships

The following scholarships are available to Highland Park Elementary School Graduates. Leadership-$2,500.00 McCallum HS (Austin ISD) graduating senior who attended Highland Park Elementary for 3-6 years. Scholarship application due by 3:00 p.m. (CDT) Friday, May 5, 2023. View application here. Overcoming Obstacles-$2,500.00 McCallum HS (Austin ISD) graduating senior who attended Highland Park Elementary for 3-6 […]  read more 

Summer Dance and Cheer Camps!

The McCallum Cheer and Dance teams are offering their annual Kiddie Clinic camps this summer! The Blue Brigade dance camp is July 24 – 27 from 12:30 – 5:00 p.m. and the Cheer camp is July 31 – August 3 form 12:30 – 5:00 p.m. Blue Brigade Dance Camp When: July 24 – 27, 2023 […]  read more 

Help the Class of 2023 Project Graduation Achieve Their Fundraising Goal!

Parents, we are 2/3 of the way to our Class of 2023 Project Graduation fundraising goal! Please help us reach the finish line by donating here. McCallum’s Project Graduation is proud to offer our Class of 2023 seniors a fantastic end-of-high-school carnival experience! Music, games, food, so many giveaways! In order to ensure this memorable […]  read more 

Thank you McCallum Partners in Education

The Partners in Education program is a way for Austin businesses to support local schools, teachers, and students. At McCallum High School, these partners are called Knights of the Business Roundtable. Our newest Partners in Education include Haikola Home Experts, Heather Powell, Holdfast Wealth Management, Merony Public Affairs, Mueller Silent Market, Purple Fig Eco Cleaning […]  read more 

McCallum Ballet Folklórico is Seeking Your Help

The Ballet Folklórico hosts the Annual 5 de Mayo show for the McCallum Campus. All funds raised will be for the benefit of the Ballet Folklórico Team and their respective activities and needs. Visit here to donate and learn more. Ballet Folklorico is a diverse group that believes that the dances, music and costumes of […]  read more 

Pre-Order a McCallum Yearbook

Order your 2022-2023 McCallum Yearbook through the Jostens portal here.  read more 

 
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