NSCNA Blog Archive


  • The meeting agenda includes the upcoming NSCNA-sponsored skating party on September 23rd at Playland Skate Center and the election of a 5-person nominating committee that will select a slate of candidates for NSCNA’s four officer and seven board positions.

    Pillow E.S. is located at 3025 Crosscreek. Please enter through Pillow’s front door; the library is the first room to your left.

    All NSCNA meetings are open to the public. You do not need to be a member to come and participate.

    If you haven’t paid your $15/household dues for 2023 yet, you can pay via check or cash at the meeting. Or, you can pay anytime online via Paypal at www.nscna.org/join. Dues paid online are $16, which includes a $1.05 Paypal processing fee.

    You can also pay anytime by mailing a $15.00 check, payable to “NSCNA,”to NSCNA / PO Box 66443 / Austin, TX 78766-0443. When paying by mail, please include the names of any committees you want to serve on.

    We hope to see you there!

    Posted by Sharon Justice, Chair, NSCNA Media Committee (mediachair@nscna.org)


  • From Dianna Perez, Pillow Parent Support Specialist

    Email: adrianna.perez@austinisd.org

    Phone #: 512-414-2350

    Hello, everyone,

    I have the opportunity to teach English to Pillow parents who would like to learn the language. The program is called MAESTRAS EN CASA. The parents meet twice a week for six months and a graduation ceremony is held. All materials are provided by the district.

    I am looking for volunteers to assist with the classes. As of right now, I do not have the dates and times, however ANY time you could give would be GREATLY appreciated.

    The classes will start in September, and we hope to have 10 parents. The classes are held during school hours.

    WHAT: Volunteers to assist with English classes

    WHEN: TBA in September

    WHERE: Pillow Elementary

    FOR MORE INFO OR TO VOLUNTEER: Please contact Dianna Perez via email at adrianna.perez@austinisd.org or via phone at 512-414-2350.

    Stay-at-home moms with babies are more than welcome to volunteer as well.

    All volunteers much be cleared through APIE(Austin Partners in Education) before they can volunteer. For more information on APIE: https://austinpartners.org/

    Dianna Perez

    PILLOW Parent Support Specialist

    512-414-2350

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  • Join Us at the Annual D7 Budget Town Hall 
    Monday, August 7, 2023
    6-7:15 p.m. 
    Northwest Recreation Center, 2913 Northland Dr.

    From Council Member Leslie Pool’s Office: “Join my team and me, along with City finance staff, for a District 7 town hall on the 2023-2024 proposed budget.

    Attend in person or join us online via Webex at this link, or by calling 1-408-418-9388 or 1-844-992-4726 (U.S. toll free number). You will be asked to provide the following information:

    • Webinar Number: 2486 372 4808
    • Webinar Password: 3784 “

     RSVP here

    Budget Web Links
    Austin Finance Online 
    FY 2023-24 Proposed Budget 
    Council Budget Questions 
    Budget Engagement 
    Open Budget 
    Capital Projects Explorer 
    Public Improvement Bonds 


  • What an incredible 4th of July celebration we had this year! Thank you to everyone who attended and made it a truly unforgettable event. Your enthusiasm, participation, and support created a fantastic atmosphere that showcased the spirit of our community.

    A special thank you to the local businesses that supported our event. Your generous contributions and sponsorships helped us provide an incredible experience for our community:

    Austin Telco Federal Credit Union, Benold’s Jewelers, Brian Cobb Realtor, Conans Pizza North, Dairy Queen, Eldorado Cafe ATX, Garbo A Salon and Spa, Pflour Shop, Plush Pad, Salon Suave, Sandy Perkins Realtor, Slow North, Sorrento’s Drivethru, Tony C’s Pizza and Beer Garden, Voodoo Doughnut – Burnet, Wally’s Burger Express, Waterloo Ice House Burnet Road

    A massive shout-out goes to our dedicated volunteers who worked tirelessly to ensure everything ran smoothly. From organizing the event logistics to hosting tables and games, your hard work and commitment were truly remarkable.

    The North Shoal Creek Neighborhood Association looks forward to creating many more cherished memories together in the future!

    Ayesha Badar, Chair, Social Committee

    North Shoal Creek Neighborhood Association