Dual Language

Becker Elementary is one of only four “hub” schools for Two-Way Dual Language (DL) in Austin ISD.  In a Two-Way DL program, students who are native Spanish speakers are taught together with students who are native English speakers in both languages in order to become academically bilingual.

Green Classroom

The Becker Green Classroom really stands on its own as one of the best gardening, environmental and sustainability educational facilities in AISD.  Sitting on a full lot, the Green Classroom offers plots for every class to work with weekly, plus communal plots, an outdoor kitchen as well as outdoor and indoor educational spaces.

S.T.E.A.M. Activities

Science . Technology . Engineering . Art . Math

With a focus on the future, Becker integrates technological sciences throughout the year. Examples include our annual Day Of Code, Makers Fare, afterschool robotics and green technology education.  Function = Good.  Function + Form  = Amazing!   That is why we also incorporate ART.

Chicken Coop

We LOVE our chickens!  The Becker Chicken Coop not only provides an opporunity to experience our food system first hand, but also to learn about the development and care of living creatures and provides an opportunity for unique leadership roles for some of our students.

SEL

Social Emotional Learning

Social and emotional learning (SEL) is the process through which children acquire and effectively apply the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary to understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions.

No Place For Hate

The No Place for Hate® initiative provides educators and students with the resources to ensure that anti-bias and diversity education are an integral part of school curriculum.