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:
Varsity Girls Basketball
The McCallum Varsity Girls Basketball team is having a great season! The team is: undefeated 13-0, the Austin American-Statesman "Team of the Week" (1/24) and in the top 20 of the 5A Texas teams according to the Texas High School Coaches Association. Please come out...
Ken Parmerter Memorial Scholarship
Ken Parmerter Memorial Scholarship -- DUE 2/15/2023 The SEMI Texas Chapter and the SEMI Foundation are excited to offer the 2023 Ken Parmerter Memorial Scholarship again this year. The minimum $1,000 (or more) scholarships will be awarded to several deserving high...
McCallum 2023 Fashion Show – Get Your Tickets Now – Feb. 18 & 19
Please join us for the 2023 McCallum Fashion Show! This year's theme is "Reflections and Shadows" and we're excited to see what our talented student designers have created. Get your tickets here. Saturday, February 18 at 7:00 p.m. Sunday, February 19 at 2:00 p.m.
Attention Seniors Who Attended Lee Elementary School
We will be taking a group photo for the yearbook on Sunday, February 5 at 5:00 p.m. at Lee Elementary School . Please meet in the front of the school.
Mac Staff Secret Pals
We've had more custodial staff join the Mac team. Consider showing your appreciation by being a Secret Pal! Click on the link here to see details about how it works, as well as the actual sign-up form.
McCallum Fine Arts Academy Presents PIPPIN!
The McCallum Fine Arts Academy invites you to Join Us for our Winter Musical Production of PIPPIN! A 1972 Broadway smash, Pippin follows the coming-of-age story of a young prince on his search for meaning and significance in his life. Pippin has won 9 Tony awards,...
Fine Arts Scholarships – Application Deadline April 1
Since 2008, the McCallum CLCA Foundation has awarded $25,000 in scholarships to Seniors in the Fine Arts Academy. Applications for the 2023 scholarships are now available. Visit www.mccallumfoundation.org or email Directors@mccallumfoundation.org to request an...
Tissue and Other Donations Needed
The students are going through tissues at an enormous rate and the teachers are always looking for more tissue boxes. If you are able to donate some tissue boxes, please drop them by or have your student drop them by the main office. Hand sanitizer and Clorox wipes...
MAC Junior Parent College Info Knight – January 18
The time to begin thinking about post-high school plans has begun! I will be hosting a Junior Parent College Info Knight on January 18 at 6:00 p.m. in the Fine Arts Building (Not the new building, but rather the building right next to the gym where the band, orchestra...
Senior Scholarship Opportunities
Seniors, If you want to apply to scholarships, Mrs. Nix keeps a database on your Naviance homepage for you to access. If you can't find it, come to her ASAP to show you because you are missing out on opportunities for money. You can also access it here. Be sure to...