Student & Family Resources
Whether you’re new to Austin-East Magnet High School or a proud member of our longtime Roadrunner family, we’re here to make sure you have the tools and information you need for success.
This page serves as a central hub for students and families to easily access important resources, everything from enrollment and student handbooks to schedules, extracurricular opportunities, and school events, all designed to help you navigate life at 2800 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue and make the most of your Austin-East experience.
Enrollment
Austin-East Magnet High School serves students in 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th grade.
Students who are zoned for Austin-East and attended a Knox County middle school for 8th grade are automatically enrolled.
Enrollment for students who are new to the districts must be completed in person by a parent or legal guardian.
Daily Schedule
At Austin-East, the school day begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 3:30 p.m. on regular school days.
On Late Start Wednesdays, the first bell rings at 8:40 a.m., and classes begin at 8:50 a.m. Dismissal is still 3:30 p.m.
Students must attend for at least 3.5 hours to be counted present for the day.
Academics
Austin-East follows the district’s 865 Academies model.
Ninth-grade students learn within the Freshman Academy, building a strong foundation for high school success.
In 10th grade, students join one of our two career-themed academies:
- The Academy of Health Science and STEM
- The Academy of Entrepreneurship and Professional Services
They'll take classes in their chosen academy through graduation ensuring their learning is connected to real-world skills and future opportunities.
Student Supports
The entire staff of Austin-East High School is committed to establishing an atmosphere in which children will feel safe, secure, and happy so they maximize their opportunities to learn and achieve. The school has trained counselors and social workers on staff.
Athletics, Clubs, and Arts
Learning doesn’t stop when the final bell rings at Austin-East Magnet High School. Austin-East offers a wide range of after-school programs, athletics, clubs, and performing and visual arts opportunities. These activities allow students to showcase their creativity, develop leadership skills, and connect with peers who share their passions. Whether on the stage, the field, or in the community, Roadrunners continue to learn, grow, and represent what it means to be 2800 Made.
Library / Media Center
Our library is a hub for student learning, reading, and discovery. In addition to the school library, teachers may maintain individual collections of age-appropriate books in their classrooms to support literacy and foster a love of reading.
Support Organization
Austin-East High School is supported by a strong network of parent and community organizations through the Austin-East PTSO, a group dedicated to raising funds to strengthen academics, athletics, and the arts.