While fundraising is a necessary focus to support our students, staff, and teachers, The PTSA also looks to provide educational programs around topics relevant to our community outside the classroom. These opportunities happen throughout the year and are part of the PTSA Parent/Student Educational Programming Series. Please subscribe to the newsletter to stay connected to upcoming events.
Fall 2024
SPRING 2024
The AHS PTSA is hosting a Parent Ed Webinar:
Navigating Through the College Admissions Process
Wednesday, January 24, 6:00pm (PTSA meeting begins at 6:00pm with the program immediately following.)
Join us for an informative presentation & panel discussion about college admissions with:
Brandie Cleaver, AHS College & Career Counselor
Ben Neely, Revolution Prep
Miguel V. Wasielewski, UT Austin Executive Director of Admissions
Due to high demand, the following information is provided from this past event:
CLASS Of 2024 FAQs
TEACHER RECOMMENDATIONS
CLASS OF 2025 CHECKLIST
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
MS. CLEAVER Meeting Worksheet
Navigating Through the College Admissions Process
Wednesday, January 24, 6:00pm (PTSA meeting begins at 6:00pm with the program immediately following.)
Join us for an informative presentation & panel discussion about college admissions with:
Brandie Cleaver, AHS College & Career Counselor
Ben Neely, Revolution Prep
Miguel V. Wasielewski, UT Austin Executive Director of Admissions
Due to high demand, the following information is provided from this past event:
CLASS Of 2024 FAQs
TEACHER RECOMMENDATIONS
CLASS OF 2025 CHECKLIST
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
MS. CLEAVER Meeting Worksheet
Navigating Through the College Admissions Process Video
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The AHS PTSA is hosting a Parent Ed Webinar:
What is Diet Culture and How Does it Harm Us & Our Teens
Wednesday, March 27, 6:00pm (PTSA meeting begins at 6:00pm with the program immediately following.)
Gina Mateer is a registered dietitian, licensed dietitian in the state of Texas, and is recognized as a certified eating disorder specialist and consultant.
She will share about the concept of diet culture (and its sneaky friend wellness culture). She will speak to the harms that can arise from weight centric and diet focused beliefs, and will offer a change in perspective that can create a life with more ease around food and bodies. She will introduce the concepts of intuitive eating, Health at Every Size, and body liberation. interoceptivenutrition.com
Join Zoom Meeting
https://austinisd-org.zoom.us/j/87957706475?pwd=MHR5TDIyT3FKcTJPN2pBSzREckd6UT09
Meeting ID: 879 5770 6475
Passcode: AHSPTSA
What is Diet Culture and How Does it Harm Us & Our Teens
Wednesday, March 27, 6:00pm (PTSA meeting begins at 6:00pm with the program immediately following.)
Gina Mateer is a registered dietitian, licensed dietitian in the state of Texas, and is recognized as a certified eating disorder specialist and consultant.
She will share about the concept of diet culture (and its sneaky friend wellness culture). She will speak to the harms that can arise from weight centric and diet focused beliefs, and will offer a change in perspective that can create a life with more ease around food and bodies. She will introduce the concepts of intuitive eating, Health at Every Size, and body liberation. interoceptivenutrition.com
Join Zoom Meeting
https://austinisd-org.zoom.us/j/87957706475?pwd=MHR5TDIyT3FKcTJPN2pBSzREckd6UT09
Meeting ID: 879 5770 6475
Passcode: AHSPTSA
FALL 2023
The AHS PTSA is hosting a Parent Ed Webinar:
Let's Talk: Empowering parents to talk to their teens about mental health
Presented by National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Wednesday, September 27, 6:00-7:00 pm
Due to the recent AISD student suicides and the continuing mental health crisis, the PTSA is eager to offer this opportunity for our parents to learn valuable information that can help you better support your family, friends, and neighbors.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://austinisd-org.zoom.us/j/81197666976?pwd=ZHFka0orNThybFQvVGJwMmxWejVjQT09
Meeting ID: 811 9766 6976
Passcode: PTSAWeb
Let's Talk: Empowering parents to talk to their teens about mental health
Presented by National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Wednesday, September 27, 6:00-7:00 pm
Due to the recent AISD student suicides and the continuing mental health crisis, the PTSA is eager to offer this opportunity for our parents to learn valuable information that can help you better support your family, friends, and neighbors.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://austinisd-org.zoom.us/j/81197666976?pwd=ZHFka0orNThybFQvVGJwMmxWejVjQT09
Meeting ID: 811 9766 6976
Passcode: PTSAWeb
The AHS PTSA is hosting a Parent Ed Webinar:
Know Your NeuroWhereAbouts: Brain-based Parenting Strategies for Preventing High Risk Behaviors
Presented by Dr. Crystal Collier
Wednesday, October 18, 6:00-7:30 pm
Parents, caregivers, and school staff who know kid’s NeuroWhereAbouts understand phases of brain development and shape executive functioning skills accordingly. Dr. Crystal Collier, author of The NeuroWhereAbouts Guide, will define brain-based parenting and how to easily integrate brain-savvy prevention skills into daily practice. In this presentation, Dr. Collier will describe the prevention science principles that work to increase youth skills and prevent engagement in high-risk behavior (such as alcohol, marijuana, other illicit drugs, technology overuse, vaping and e-cigarettes, pornography, body image and eating issues, self-injury, suicide, dating violence, risky sexual behavior and more). Learn more at knowyourneuro.org and drcrystalcollier.com
Join Zoom Meeting
https://austinisd-org.zoom.us/j/83653397501?pwd=R1RWazFESEdIK0EwdmFxTDhpQ1Badz09
Meeting ID: 836 5339 7501
Passcode: AHSPTSA
Know Your NeuroWhereAbouts: Brain-based Parenting Strategies for Preventing High Risk Behaviors
Presented by Dr. Crystal Collier
Wednesday, October 18, 6:00-7:30 pm
Parents, caregivers, and school staff who know kid’s NeuroWhereAbouts understand phases of brain development and shape executive functioning skills accordingly. Dr. Crystal Collier, author of The NeuroWhereAbouts Guide, will define brain-based parenting and how to easily integrate brain-savvy prevention skills into daily practice. In this presentation, Dr. Collier will describe the prevention science principles that work to increase youth skills and prevent engagement in high-risk behavior (such as alcohol, marijuana, other illicit drugs, technology overuse, vaping and e-cigarettes, pornography, body image and eating issues, self-injury, suicide, dating violence, risky sexual behavior and more). Learn more at knowyourneuro.org and drcrystalcollier.com
Join Zoom Meeting
https://austinisd-org.zoom.us/j/83653397501?pwd=R1RWazFESEdIK0EwdmFxTDhpQ1Badz09
Meeting ID: 836 5339 7501
Passcode: AHSPTSA
The AHS PTSA is hosting a Parent Ed Webinar:
Tech Generation: Raising Balanced Kids in a Hyper-Connected World
Presented by Dr. Mike Brooks
Wednesday, November 8, 6:00-7:15 pm
PTSA meeting begins at 6:00pm with the program immediately following.
As our lives become more entwined with technology, parents face growing concerns about screen time's impact on their kids—and on themselves. In this talk, Dr. Mike Brooks delves into the latest research on screen effects, why they're so captivating, and actionable strategies for fostering a balanced tech life. Discover how cultivating these habits now will set your children up for academic success and deeper connections in this fast-paced, AI-influenced world. Learn more at drmikebrooks.com
Join Zoom Meeting
https://austinisd-org.zoom.us/j/83733543036?pwd=N3c5M3BsOVdkMk1KM010WHBnVmk1QT09
Meeting ID: 837 3354 3036
Passcode: AHSPTSA
Tech Generation: Raising Balanced Kids in a Hyper-Connected World
Presented by Dr. Mike Brooks
Wednesday, November 8, 6:00-7:15 pm
PTSA meeting begins at 6:00pm with the program immediately following.
As our lives become more entwined with technology, parents face growing concerns about screen time's impact on their kids—and on themselves. In this talk, Dr. Mike Brooks delves into the latest research on screen effects, why they're so captivating, and actionable strategies for fostering a balanced tech life. Discover how cultivating these habits now will set your children up for academic success and deeper connections in this fast-paced, AI-influenced world. Learn more at drmikebrooks.com
Join Zoom Meeting
https://austinisd-org.zoom.us/j/83733543036?pwd=N3c5M3BsOVdkMk1KM010WHBnVmk1QT09
Meeting ID: 837 3354 3036
Passcode: AHSPTSA
PTSA Student Lunch & Learns – Fall 2023
12:40-1:25 in the iLab (2nd floor in the library)
Come learn something new that can help you, a family member, or a friend!
MAKE UP TIME for UNEXCUSED Absences or POINTS towards your Academy Distinction – Win a GIFT CARD – PIZZA will be provided
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
In Our Own Voice: Changing Attitudes, Assumptions & Ideas about Mental Health Conditions
Presented by National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 17
The Science of Substance Misuse & How to Support those who are Struggling
Presented by UT Center for Students in Recovery
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 7
Screen Savvy: How to Use Screens So They Don't Use You
Presented by Dr. Mike Brooks
12:40-1:25 in the iLab (2nd floor in the library)
Come learn something new that can help you, a family member, or a friend!
MAKE UP TIME for UNEXCUSED Absences or POINTS towards your Academy Distinction – Win a GIFT CARD – PIZZA will be provided
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
In Our Own Voice: Changing Attitudes, Assumptions & Ideas about Mental Health Conditions
Presented by National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 17
The Science of Substance Misuse & How to Support those who are Struggling
Presented by UT Center for Students in Recovery
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 7
Screen Savvy: How to Use Screens So They Don't Use You
Presented by Dr. Mike Brooks
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