“The mission of Austin Partners in Education is to create and foster effective community school partnerships that support and enrich student learning and success.”

Austin Partners in Education began in 1983 as a partnership between the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce and the Austin Independent School District. The program encourages businesses, individuals and community organizations to get involved in AISD schools.

 

APIE has undergone an important reorganization effective June 1, 2004. Under this new structure, APIE will enhance its stature and fund-raising capability by becoming a legal entity under the Texas Uniform Unincorporated Non-Profit Association (TUUNA) Act. In addition, APIE will obtain a tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the Federal Internal Revenue Code.

Austin Independent School District (AISD) and the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce (GACC), led the process of establishing the new organization and they retain certain governance powers. A Board of Directors will govern the business, properties, and affairs of the Association. There will also be a Coordinating Advisory Board, which includes several AISD and GACC representatives, and other members as may be selected by the Board.