Recent News
The Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders welcomed Chelsea Clinton on Wednesday, October 8th to talk about her new book It’s Your World. Clinton’s book addresses the challenges facing us today and gives readers a deep understanding of the world around them—and how anyone can make a difference. Combining facts, charts, photographs and stories... Read more »
ARS Journalists participated in the annual TAJE Fall Fiesta in San Antonio with great success! The following Stars were recognized at the contest for their work: – Maria Jaramillo, Onsite Photography, Honorable Mention – Rewon Shimray, Onsite Photography, Two Superiors (Two Different Photos) – Megan Otnes, Onsite Photography, Honorable Mention – Emma Foster, Editorial Writing,... Read more »
The Marching Stars competed at the Bands of America Austin Regional at Kelley Reeves Stadium in Round Rock on Saturday, September 26, 2015. Their performance earned them 1st place in Class A and high achievement awards in all three major categories; Music, Visual, and General Effect. As a result, they were invited to perform an... Read more »
ARS Physics and Environmental Science teacher Ms. Alison Mote and her research colleagues were recognized by the White House and President Obama for their work on Climate Education. Mote spent a summer on Expedition 341 researching in Alaska for EarthLabs. Mr. Obama recognized their work in taking research into the classroom for Climate Education and... Read more »
Jennifer Long will serve as the Executive Director of the Ann Richards School Foundation (the Foundation), an Austin, Texas-based 501(c)(3) organization. The Foundation secures sustainable resources and builds effective partnerships to advance the mission of the Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders including promoting and celebrating the success of its students and alumnae. Created... Read more »
Thank you for making the 3rd Annual Reach for the Stars event, benefiting the Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders a success! Your support funds specialized programming above and beyond what is provided by the Austin Independent School District, focusing on college-bound programming, summer STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) workshops, after school... Read more »
The ARS soccer team finished the year with an overall record of 8-12-2 and 6-6-1 in district landing the Stars in 5th place out of 10 teams. Several Stars soccer players were selected for all-district teams: Ashley Thomas – 1st Team, Eliza Martin – 2nd Team, Kiky Chaparro, Sierra Melomo, and Raquel Friedman were Honorable... Read more »
High School Theatre students participated in the UIL 5A One Act Play Zone Competition in Bastrop on Friday, March 27th. Our Stars received an overall production rating of Excellent and received individual awards for Best Actress, All Star Cast, a couple of Honorable Mention All Star Cast members, and Outstanding Technician for the play ‘Breaking... Read more »
Our juniors attended a Committee of 200 (C200) Reachout where our Stars will participated in panels and roundtable discussions with C200 members about career paths, leadership, elevator pitches, and dress for success. C200 represents 400 of the world’s most successful women corporate executives and entrepreneurs, who act as mentors for the next generation of women... Read more »
Ann Richards senior Alexis Taylor interviewed Norah O’Donnell, Co-Host of CBS This Morning on the set of the show on Friday, March 13th. Alexis asked Norah questions centered around curiosity for the Reach for the Stars benefit for the Ann Richards School on May 8, 2015. Be sure to join us as we celebrate the... Read more »
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