Advanced Academic Services is part of the Austin Independent School District. This blog provides information, activities, and events regarding advanced academics and high ability children and teens. Smart without compromise. Potential without limits.

Friday, July 24, 2020

SENG Library


The SENG (Supporting the Emotional Needs of the Gifted) Library offers a variety of topics that address the experiences and needs of gifted children and adults. https://www.sengifted.org/




Friday, July 17, 2020

GoNoodle Go Summer!


School’s out for summer, but we’re keeping the energy UP with GoNoodle GoSummer, an experience created especially for kids at home! Make screen time active with NEW How-To videos, dance-alongs, and stretch-alongs for the whole family!

Friday, July 10, 2020

PBS Learning Media (4th-12th grade)


On PBS Kids, you are able to find elementary, middle, and high school resources and lessons to inspire your student! Find videos, games, and activities aligned to state and national standards that will interest and motivate your student to learn!

Elementary School

Middle School

High School

Friday, July 3, 2020

The Electric Company Summer Learning!



Hey, you guyyyys! Get ready for rich learning moments! The Electric Company media and resources entertain and engage children ages 5–9 while teaching four crucial areas of literacy that are challenging for struggling readers: Decoding, Vocabulary, Comprehension of Connected Text, and reading Motivation. Here you’ll find full episodes, clips, games and activity sheets to excite even the most reluctant readers. 
Plus, check out more from The Electric Company, including educator resources, activities for building math skills and vocabulary, and lessons for English Language Learners—just browse through this collection page!  

Friday, June 26, 2020

Tips to Help Teens Cope During Covid-19



When our world changes quickly and suddenly because of things like COVID-19, it is common to experience changes in our thoughts, feelings and behaviors. Feelings of anxiety, fear or worry are typical in stressful situations.

This resource may support students and their families during this time of change. 

If you would like to know more, click here

Friday, June 19, 2020

Camp Google

Camp Google is a four-week online summer camp designed to get kids exploring by asking questions about the world around them. Partners include Khan Academy, NASA, National Geographic and the National Park Service. Lessons are broken down into four themed one-week sessions that explore the ocean, outer space, nature, and music.

http://www.359am.com/camp-google