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:
Kendra Scott HOCO Pop-Up at McCallum Homecoming Football Game 10/19
Support McCallum Blue Brigade at the McCallum homecoming football game with purchases from the Kendra Scott pop-up shop! DATE: October 19, 2023 TIME: 6PM - 9PM LOCATION: House Field 20% of all Kendra Scott Pop-Up Shop purchases will be donated to McCallum's Blue...
Battle of the Bands!! POSTPONED
Due to a conflict with the Marching Band’s UIL Competition, Battle of the Bands is postponed until January 2024. We’ll announce the exact date soon. Interested bands and those currently scheduled to compete, please see Mr. Clark for more information. Our fundraising...
Mac Cheer Spirit Day Oct 25 at Fajita Pete’s
McCallum Cheer is excited to partner with Fajita Pete's - MoPac for a Spirit Day on Wednesday, October 25, benefitting the McCallum Cheer Booster Club! When you order fajitas for lunch for your office crew and dinner for the family, Fajita Pete's will donate to...
Volunteer & Join Highland Park Elementary HOOT! Carnival
Halloween is coming and Highland Park Elementary's annual HOOT Carnival is near! Please mark your calendars: DATE: October 22,2023 TIME: 3:00 PM -6:30 PM LOCATION: Highland Park Elementary Students in need of volunteer hours? Sign up to help at Highland Park...
Chipotle Fundraiser For McCallum Classical Guitar Boosters (for 10/13)
Foil your Tuesday dinner plans and stop by the Chipotle on Anderson Lane for McCallum Classical Guitar Booster. Mention the fundraiser at checkout, and they'll donate 33% of the proceeds to the cause. Use code DW47BJX if you order ahead for pickup. Tuesday, October...
Tissues or Toilet Paper- Cold Season is Coming
McCallum is running short on tissues. Please consider donating some before the students must resort to toilet paper. Boxes can be dropped off at the main office. Clorox wipes are also appreciated by our teachers.
Project Graduation: Yard Signs
Project Graduation, a parent-led project that supports inclusive activities to celebrate the class of 2024, has launched its first fundraiser: Senior Yard Signs! For more information, please order Your Sign at the Project Graduation website. The deadline is October...
Visual Arts Booster Meeting- October 24
Come join us for our next Visual Arts Booster Meeting. Open to anyone with a child taking visual arts classes at McCallum. We would love to meet you! Date: Tuesday, October 24, 2023 Time: 6:30 PM Location: Art Room 1
Mac Choir Fall Concert and Brownie Reception- October 10
DATE: Tuesday, October 10, 2023 TIME: 7 PM LOCATION: Mac Theater Please join Mac Choir for its first Concert and Brownie Reception of the Season! Under the direction of Mr. Nathan Thompson, our FANTASTIC new Choir Director, the McCallum HS Choir program presents its...
MacTheatre Presents SWEET CHARITY!
Audiences agree – Sweet Charity is a treat! Join us for weekend #2 of this exuberant musical comedy! Inspired by Federico Fellini's Nights of Cabiria, Sweet Charity explores the turbulent love life of Charity Hope Valentine, a hopelessly romantic but comically...