Dobie Middle School Hosts 11th Annual ENCORE Conference

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Austin Independent School District is hosting the 11th annual ENCORE Student and Family Conference at Dobie Middle School. The event, titled 'Engaging our Community for College Readiness,' will provide a range of activities and resources to help students and families prepare for the transition to college, including a breakfast and resource fair, panel discussions, bilingual workshops, and a food distribution.

Why it matters

The ENCORE conference is an important annual event that brings together the Austin community to support students, particularly those from underserved backgrounds, in accessing information and opportunities related to higher education. By providing a comprehensive program of workshops, panels, and resources, the conference aims to demystify the college application process and empower families to take an active role in their children's academic journeys.

The details

The full-day conference will feature a variety of programming, including a breakfast and resource fair, a panel discussion titled 'My Journey to College,' bilingual workshops for parents and high school students, activities for elementary and middle school students, a food distribution by the Capital Area Food Bank, and a book giveaway by BookSpring. The event will also provide information about Austin ISD's Early College programs with Austin Community College, including offerings at Burnet, Dobie, and Webb Middle Schools, as well as Navarro and Northeast Early College High Schools.

• The ENCORE Student and Family Conference will take place on March 28, 2026.
• This is the 11th annual iteration of the event.

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What’s next

Families interested in attending the ENCORE Student and Family Conference can register online through the Austin ISD website. The conference is free and open to the public.