Office of Innovation

Abilene ISD is committed to equipping our schools with the resources, autonomy, and support necessary to meet the unique needs of every student. The office of innovation oversees programs and initiatives in support of that goal.

System of Great Schools

In the spring of 2024, Abilene ISD joined TEA's System of Great Schools Network, a program that aims to improve educational outcomes across the state by focusing on creating diverse, high-quality options for educational environments that meet the specific needs of all students. Texas school districts who join the SGS Network participate in a 4-year program that provides district leaders with technical assistance, professional learning communities, and support in applying for grants and other financial resources.

By the end of the 2028-2029 school year, 75% of students in Abilene ISD will be in A or B seats.

System of Great Schools Strategic Plan

A System of Great Schools Strategy is a district-level problem solving approach, that seeks to understand school performance and community demands and use that information to make decisions about improvement strategies.

Strategic Footprint Conversations

AISD aims to become the leading district in the Big Country by implementing innovative programs that utilize facilities and resources efficiently. In July of 2024, the district began engaging in conversations with community members with a focus on:

  • maximizing student and staff experiences at schools

  • increasing enrollment in schools with strong innovative offerings

  • minimizing the long-term effects of downsizing operations

Strategic Footprint Community Meetings

  • July 23, 2024

  • August 7, 2024

  • September 10, 2024

  • October 8, 2024

  • November 5, 2024

  • November 19, 2024

Pathways to Possibility: Community Listening Series

In November 2024, AISD will engage the wider community in a listening series called Pathways to Possibility.

  • Tuesday, Nov. 12 – Clack Middle School

  • Thursday, Nov. 14 – Craig Middle School

  • Tuesday, Nov. 19 – Madison Middle School

  • Thursday, Nov. 21 – Mann Middle School

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System of Great Schools Outcomes

Mann Middle School STEM Redesign

Mann Middle School has been awarded a STEM redesign grant through the School Action Fund. AISD is currently in the discovery phase of the grant process. Over the scope of the project, AISD will continue to conduct research and engage stakeholders, including the Abilene community.

Strong Foundations Grant

AISD was awarded the Strong Foundations Planning (SFP) grant to assist in developing strong instructional framework in Reading Language Arts (RLA).

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SGS

Innovative Campuses in AISD