Maroon Update 10/6/25
Last Saturday, our Model UN students represented Austin High with excellence at the AUSMUN conference. They collaborated with our Culinary students to provide food for over 600 delegates, earning rave reviews from other schools.
The Red Jackets hosted their annual fall clinic at last Friday’s football game, with 150 future Red Jackets in attendance.
Maroon Update 9/28/25
9/28/2025
Student Highlights:
The Mighty Maroons JV & Freshman football teams both triumphed over Del Valle on Thursday night, each shutting out their opponents 0 points conceded in two games! Our Varsity Football had outstanding performances on the field Friday night. Holden Taylor showcased his defensive prowess, recording 14 pressures, 5 tackles, 1 tackle for loss, and breaking up a pass. His relentless effort contributed significantly to the team’s defensive strength. Offensively, Alijah Joblon led the charge with an impressive showing, scoring 2 passing touchdowns and 1 rushing touchdown in the commanding 35-7 victory over Del Valle. His versatile performance played a key role in securing the win and demonstrated his leadership on the field.
Our Volleyball team is having an outstanding season, currently boasting a record of 30-3. We are proudly ranked 3rd in Texas and 28th nationally. Don’t miss our upcoming home match this Tuesday against Cornerstone Christian, ranked 11th nationally come support our team as they showcase their talent and dedication!
The Loyal Forever Family could not be more proud of our outstanding Maroon Golf Team. Congratulations to our City of Austin Junior Champions!
Braydon Pratt -Total Score: -5 (-6, +1) | 16-18 Age Group
Clark Kilpatrick – Total Score: E (E, E) | 13-15 Age Group
Spencer Horridge – Total Score: +4 (+4, E) | 16-18 Age Group
Congratulations to the talented AHS Orchestra students who represented Austin High at the AISD All-City Orchestra:
Jade Garcia
Owen Harp
Cormac Lewis
Isaac Guajardo
Noah Facundo
Eli Celestino
Kayla Benson
Gabriel Guajardo
Gideon Head
James Maloney
AHS Recognized as one of the Top 30 Schools in Texas by Money Inc.
AHS Celebration
We have a special reason to celebrate—Austin High has been named one of the Top 30 Schools in Texas by Money Inc. This recognition reflects the hard work, talent, and commitment each of you bring to our campus every day.
This honor affirms that Austin High is a place of excellence, heart, and relentless dedication to our students, diversity, and community.
Read more here: Top 30 Schools in Texas by Money Inc.
AHS News
Congratulations to the Red Dragon Players! A big shoutout to the Austin High Theatre Department for advancing to the Area competition at the UIL One Act Play Bi-District contest! The Area contest will be held on Saturday, April 12th at Dripping Springs High School Auditorium. Individual awards include:
Chris Carrara – All Star Technician
Jacob Baird – Honorable Mention All Star Cast
Sharky Meehan – All Star Cast
Tanner Cole – All Star Cast
Congratulations to our Maroon Band for achieving All Division I Ratings in both Concert and Sight-Reading at this year’s UIL Evaluation! These talented students have shown tremendous dedication in transitioning from marching season to the Full Orchestra UIL and now to Concert Band UIL. Go Band, Loyal Forever!
Bravo to the Austin High Choir! Our Maroon Choir Non-Varsity Treble and Varsity Mixed Choirs also excelled at the UIL Concert & Sight-Reading Evaluation, earning “Sweepstakes” Superior ratings in both categories. Their hard work in languages including English, Spanish, Italian, French, and Swahili truly paid off. Please join me in congratulating our AMAZING choir singers for their outstanding commitment to musical artistry!
Way to go, Golf Team! The Austin High Maroons Golf Team continues to make waves, advancing past District for the first time since our move to the UIL 6A Conference! Special shoutout to Braydon Pratt, who finished in 4th place as the Regional Alternate with an impressive score of 154. The Varsity team also set a record at Lost Pines, shooting a fantastic 298. Great job, team!
Mark your calendars for The Gran Show de Primavera 2025: Vueltas on Friday, May 2nd at 7 PM in the Austin High School PAC! Our talented dancers will perform pieces from 18 different regions/styles, accompanied by live music from Mariachi de Oro from Crockett High School. Admission is by donation at the door.
AHS Band Wins Honors
On Saturday, Sept. 29, the Austin High Band won their class at the Cap City Marching Contest hosted by LASA HS at Burger! After advancing to the finals competition, they placed 2nd overall and won 1st place overall in music performance. Congrats Maroon Band!
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AHS PTSA Fundraising
The Austin High School PTSA
(Parent Teacher Student Association)
has four different fundraisers:
1) PTSA Membership & Designated Donations – opened August 1
Funds collected for PTSA membership go to the Texas PTA and ACPTA.
You will also be given the opportunity to donate directly to Teacher Appreciation, Community Programs, the Endowment Fund and Grounds Beautification.
2) Custodian Appreciation – November
All funds raised go directly to the AHS Custodial Staff.
3) All In Excellence Fund – Spring Semester
The funds benefit and support the AEF (Austin Excellence Funds) Grants and supplement PTSA operational expenses, the college career center, Campus and Community Outreach, Teacher and Staff Appreciation, Parent/Student Programs & Meetings, the Vertical Team, and other various approved expenses.
4) Spirit Wear and Gear continues through the year or until inventory is depleted.
Funds go to the merchandise expense and supplement all PTSA programs.
Teacher of the Year
Mrs. Ana Solis-Herrera has been named the Stephen F. Austin High School Teacher of the Year. She has taught orchestra at Austin High for 21 years. With a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Violin Performance from the University of Southern Mississippi and a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in Music Education from the University of Texas at Austin; she brings a symphony of experience and expertise. Mrs. Solis-Herrera has performed inter- nationally with many orchestras in Asia, Latin America, and the United States. She was invited to speak at music education conferences in Italy, Sweden, and Latin America for her research on the music preferences of Mexicans and Mexican Americans in the United States. Continue reading “Teacher of the Year” »
Austin High senior officially commits to U.S Naval Academy
Trent Gray, a senior here at Stephen F. Austin High School in the Academy of Classical Studies, has consistently distinguished himself in both athletics and academics. From those early days on the field to this pivotal moment, Trent stands as a testament to his dedication, perseverance, and outstanding character. Continue reading “Austin High senior officially commits to U.S Naval Academy” »
New Maroon Meet Up
ARE YOU AN INCOMING NEW STUDENT OR PARENT AT AUSTIN HIGH?
Meet some current AHS students, administrators and PTSA members and enjoy some Kona Ice!
Wednesday, June 26 or Wednesday July 17 from 7:30-8:30 pm