Community Programs
Things all McCallum parents should know:
- We have two websites for McCallum — the primary site managed by AISD and the school, and the PTSA site (this site). Austin ISD now maintains an official, district-sanctioned website for every campus, including McCallum. The new AISD-sponsored site can be found at mccallum.austinschools.org and includes information provided by the district or campus administrators. PTSA-related information, such as links to purchase booster club merchandise or tickets for events, etc. is available on the site you’re currently viewing.
- The MACKNIGHTLY weekly email newsletter brings you the most current news in a timely fashion. To subscribe, go to the bottom of any page on this web site and add in your information. Watch for a confirmation email and click the button in the email to confirm your subscription. Check your spam folder if you don’t start receiving newsletters. If you are having trouble with subscribing, or still aren’t getting newsletters, contact newsletter@mccallumptsa.org. Note that all articles published in the MacKnightly are also posted in our News section.
- Follow us on social media! Follow McCallum on Facebook (PTSA) and Twitter (administration). Join the McCallum Parent Facebook Group. Follow MacJournalism (student publications) on Instagram and Facebook. Also follow the Fine Arts Academy on Facebook (group) and Instagram. Follow MACares on Facebook. If you are a Google Calendar user, you may subscribe to the school calendar.
- Join the PTSA!
- Watch the MacKnightly Newsletter emails at the beginning of the school year to sign up to be a Secret Pal to a McCallum staff member!
- Encourage your child to GET INVOLVED. McCallum is a big school. Joining an organization makes it smaller. Encourage your child to listen to the announcements to hear about different clubs, organizations, and meetings. You can find a list of clubs and organizations here. Clubs and activities are varied. There is something for everyone!
- MAKE SURE YOU ARE INVOLVED! Now’s not the time for parents to walk away from their child’s school. Your kids need you more than ever and McCallum High School needs you more than ever. Contact the PTSA, the booster organizations of any activities your child is involved in, and/or watch the MacKnightly for opportunities to volunteer. You’ll be glad you did!
Volunteer Opportunities for Parents:
McCallum Youth Dance Company Presents: Progressions (Feb 9 & 10, Tickets on Sale)
The McCallum Youth Dance Company is excited to present their Winter Dance Concert: Progressions. Come out to see the beautiful choreography performed on stage by our talented McCallum dancers. The show features choreography from across genres, including contemporary,...
Community Donations for a Great School Community
The MACares team would like to thank the entire McCallum vertical team community for your support this school year. Every penny raised goes directly to families in financial need, with payment of rent or utilities, gift cards for groceries and gas, and bus passes. We...
Got old batteries? Send your E-waste at the McCallum Library
The McCallum Librarians make occasional trips to the City of Austin to properly dispose of batteries and other E-waste. If you have any old batteries or other small E-waste, feel free to send it to school with your student with instructions for them to drop it at the...
Twilight Afterschool Program
Twilight Spring Semester WHEN: Monday - Thursday | January 22nd - May 16th TIME: 4:45 PM – 6:15 PM WHERE: Room 155 The Twilight Program provides students options for credit recovery, grade repair, and attendance make-up. The program assists students who are at risk by...
FAFSA Drive – 1/25 and 2/6
To the Class of 2024 families: Opportunity Austin partnered with other community volunteers look forward to helping you complete your FAFSA or TASFA. Register for one of the TWO following events to complete the FAFSA with community experts. First Opportunity: WHEN:...
McCallum Project Graduation: Business Sponsorships are here!
Project Graduation 2024 is a series of safe, inclusive activities to celebrate all of our seniors as they wrap up an unprecedented high school experience. This parent-led project needs to raise $35,000 to cover costs of the Graduation Carnival, Uber codes and more. A...
McCallum Library Needs More Menstrual Products
If you're able, the next time you're at the grocery store, grab an extra pack of regular menstrual pads and send then to the McCallum Library. We are good with tampons - but need more pads of all sizes (especially regular). OR purchase through the library's Amazon...
Monthly CAC Meeting – Monday, January 8, 2024
The next Mac Campus Advisory Council (CAC) Meeting is Monday, January 8th, at 5:30 PM in the Mac Library. All are welcome to attend! The mission of the CACs is to promote excellence in education for all students through broad-based representation. CACs provide...
Alumni Knight with Jersey Retirement Banner Ceremony for Jamie Smith (’80)
Class of '80, Alum Jamie Smith will have her basketball jersey number retired and a banner raised in her honor before the girls' Varsity team game vs. Travis High School on Wednesday, December 20th. There will be a celebration after the game in the gym. It is also...
Battle of the Bands – Thursday, January 18
Join McCallum’s Classical Guitar Program as we kick off the new year with our annual Battle of the Bands competition: WHEN: Thursday, January 18, 2024, at 7:00 PM WHERE: McCallum Fine Arts Building (FAB) theater. TICKETS: $8.00 (To be sold at a table by the front...