Austin ISD Board Approves Cybersecurity Contract with University of Texas at Austin

The Austin Independent School District (AISD) Board held a regular voting meeting on August 21, 2025, where several key items were discussed and voted on. The meeting focused on the approval of various contracts and cooperation agreements aimed at enhancing district operations.

One of the significant decisions made was the approval of item 12.2, which passed with a majority vote. Secretary Gonzales motioned for the approval, and Trustee Quintana seconded the motion. The vote concluded with three trustees in favor and one abstaining, specifically Trustee Hunter.

Following this, the board moved to item 13.1, which involved an interlocal cooperation contract between the University of Texas at Austin and AISD. This contract is intended to provide cybersecurity and monitoring services for the district. The motion to approve this item was also made by Secretary Gonzales and seconded by Trustee Quintana. The vote resulted in five trustees in favor, with none opposed and two abstaining—Trustees Foster and Kaufman.

The meeting underscored AISD's commitment to enhancing its cybersecurity measures through collaboration with local higher education institutions. The board's decisions reflect ongoing efforts to ensure the safety and security of district operations in an increasingly digital environment. Further discussions and votes on additional items were anticipated as the meeting continued.