Community Programs

Things all McCallum parents should know:

  1. 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. 
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Join the PTSA!
  5. 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!
  6. 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!
  7. 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:

MACares Fall Donation Drive

No child should have to choose between learning and basic needs! The MACares Fall Donation Drive, a wonderful PTSA program, provides Emergency Financial Aid for housing expenses, AP exam subsidies, grocery cards and more to families in the 11 schools that feed to...

McCallum Campus Advisory Council (CAC) – MINUTES

September 14, 2026 McCallum Library MINUTES Present:  Administrative Representative Andy Baxa; Teacher/Staff Representatives Elaine Bohls-Graham, Andrea Rogers, Margaret Smith, Thea Ramsey; Student Representative Shiloh Hendrickse; Parent Representatives Stephanie...

MACares Needs Your Help | Call for Volunteers

MACares is a wonderful community funded group that supports our MAC students and the greater MAC community including all the elementary schools and middle schools that feed to us.  MACares covers Emergency Financial Aid, including rent assistance, utility bills, food...

McCallum Boys & Girls Basketball Summer Camp

The McCallum Boys’ Basketball team is hosting a summer basketball camp for boys and girls at McCallum. The camp will include basketball fundamentals, training stations, 3 on 3, and scrimmaging. DATES: July 6th-9th TIME: 9 AM to noon • Registration fee: $125 + online...

Blue Brigade Dance & Cheer Summer Camps

Join us this summer for our annual Blue Brigade Dance Camp AND Cheer Camp! Open to K-8th graders. COST: $175 per camp To register for Dance Camp, email: bbboosterclub@gmail.com DATE: July 27th - 30th TIME: 12:30p - 5:00p LOCATION: McCallum Field House To register for...

Sports Physicals Available | May 18th | Mac Gym

Avoid the annual August tradition of: “Wait… practice starts TOMORROW and we forgot the Rank One physical.” Skip the pediatrician panic and come to McCallum HS on Monday, May18th for quick, easy sports physicals!   Fast in & out   $20 Cash, check, or QR code at...

Maplewood Senior Walk

Calling all Maplewood Seniors! Come back on Monday, May 18th at 7:45am in your cap and gown so we can celebrate you! Walk your elementary school halls one more time!

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