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:
Tissues Needed
With colds and allergies, Mac students are using up tissues at an enormous rate. If you are able to donate, please drop some boxes off at the main office.
MacTheatre presents SHE KILLS MONSTERS!!!
GEEKS UNITE!!!! MacTheatre invites you to join us for our final mainstage production of the year: Qui Nguyen's SHE KILLS MONSTERS!!!!! Don't miss this raucous romp through the worlds of Dungeons and Dragons, 90s Pop Culture, and High School Drama. This serio-comic...
AVID Bag Drive
The homeless community often has difficulty transporting all their belongings from place to place. AVID seniors are hosting a drive for backpacks, purses, duffle bags, and reusable bags through the 12th of May to help make this transport easier. If you have gently...
MAC Visual Arts Torchy’s Tacos Fundraiser May 16
Make dinner plans for Torchy's Tacos on Tuesday, May 16! A portion of sales will be donated to the MAC Visual Arts Booster Club. Please help support our goal to fund new iPads for our Digital Media Class. When: Tuesday, May 16, 2023 Time: 5:00-7:00 p.m. Where:...
Final Exam Survival Kit
Send your student a final exam survival kit, filled with snacks, study aids, and health and wellness items. Kits will be delivered to students at school during the week of May 15. Kits can be pre-ordered for $20 after May 8 here. Kits will also be sold in person in...
Maplewood Alumni Grad Walk
Join us at Maplewood on Thursday, May 18 from 7:50-8:30 a.m. for a graduation walk of your elementary halls! We want to celebrate you! Wear cap and gown, or high school or college shirt. Bring ID to check in at the front office-see you soon!
Calling Class of 2024 Junior Parents – Donations and Volunteers Needed for Senior Class of 2023 Baccalaureate Ceremony
The Class of 2024 junior parents "pay it forward" by hosting the Class of 2023 Senior Baccalaureate celebration. The McCallum Baccalaureate ceremony is a long-standing tradition focused on reflection of the graduates' achievements and next chapters. Featured...
Senior Breakfast Donations Needed
We are looking for food and beverage donations for McCallum's annual Class of 2023 Senior Breakfast on Monday May 22! The breakfast will take place at 8:00 a.m. on May 22 in the McCallum Library to kick off the seniors' final high school finals! Please see signup...
Highland Park Alumni Grad Walk 2023
Highland Park Elementary alumni who are graduating from high school this school year are invited to the Graduation walk! Students will line up and walk your elementary halls one last time in your gap year/college merch or cap/gown to the cheers of current HP students...
Fine Arts Academy Senior Celebration 2023
It's time to celebrate our Fine Arts Academy Senior Class of 2023! This event will include student performances, music, and awarding of Fine Arts Academy Medallions. Date: May 15, 2023 Time: 6:30 p.m. Location: MAC Theatre, 5600 Sunshine Drive Questions, email...