COVID-19 is back on the rise in Bexar County. Here's what you need to know.
Read full article: COVID-19 is back on the rise in Bexar County. Here's what you need to know.Local hospitals continue to see more cases of COVID-19 as students head back to the classroom, prompting health experts to warn of a second season for respiratory illnesses.
UTSA welcomes thousands of students after cybersecurity breach attempt delays start
Read full article: UTSA welcomes thousands of students after cybersecurity breach attempt delays startThe University of Texas at San Antonio welcomed over 42,000 students for the fall semester after a cyberattack attempt delayed the start of classes.
College students in San Antonio urged to plan for financial future
Read full article: College students in San Antonio urged to plan for financial futureAs many college students return to class at UTSA and the University of the Incarnate Word on Monday, financial experts say the start of the school year is also a key time to start planning their financial future.
Washing your reusable water bottle should be part of your daily routine, doctors say
Read full article: Washing your reusable water bottle should be part of your daily routine, doctors sayBiologists and doctors recommend washing water bottles every day, especially when they have straws, mouthpieces or any other areas where moisture can collect.
Speeding drivers put San Antonio students at risk, officials say
Read full article: Speeding drivers put San Antonio students at risk, officials saySchool zones across San Antonio are active as students head back to class, prompting police and crossing guards to remind drivers to slow down and leave early.
Back to school during peak heat — most Texas school districts start earlier than state law prefers
Read full article: Back to school during peak heat — most Texas school districts start earlier than state law prefersThe majority of school districts in Texas have a designation that allows them to start in early August when San Antonio is moving through the hottest temperatures of the year.
San Antonio Public Library offers free Wi-Fi hotspots, homework help and exam prep for students
Read full article: San Antonio Public Library offers free Wi-Fi hotspots, homework help and exam prep for studentsThe San Antonio Public Library (SAPL) is reminding students and families that a library card can unlock far more than books, including free Wi-Fi hotspots, 24/7 tutoring and online test-preparation resources.
Newly rebuilt Alamo Heights High School campus ready for first day of school
Read full article: Newly rebuilt Alamo Heights High School campus ready for first day of schoolAfter two years of construction, the new Alamo Heights High School is complete and ready to welcome students back for the first day of school.
Boys & Girls Club offers San Antonio families affordable after-school care, nonprofit says
Read full article: Boys & Girls Club offers San Antonio families affordable after-school care, nonprofit saysAs students return to class, many San Antonio parents are searching for safe, affordable after-school care.
South San ISD seeks voter support for upgrades after HVAC failures displace around 300 students
Read full article: South San ISD seeks voter support for upgrades after HVAC failures displace around 300 studentsSouth San Independent School District’s first week of school started hot in classrooms and busy in the district office.
What AAA recommends when choosing first car for teen driver
Read full article: What AAA recommends when choosing first car for teen driverFor teenagers, that first trip behind the wheel marks a major step toward independence — and AAA wants to make sure safety, not style, is driving the decision on which vehicle to choose.
North East ISD jumps from C to B in TEA accountability ratings
Read full article: North East ISD jumps from C to B in TEA accountability ratingsJust days after the Texas Education Agency (TEA) released its A-F accountability ratings, schools are focusing on helping students learn and master grade-level skills.
Ingram ISD students return to class as flood repairs continue
Read full article: Ingram ISD students return to class as flood repairs continueIngram ISD students returned to class Wednesday after floods in the Hill Country damaged 12 district buildings, forcing crews to work quickly to make classrooms safe before the first day.
Passing stopped school buses could cost drivers up to $1,250 and their license, NISD police say
Read full article: Passing stopped school buses could cost drivers up to $1,250 and their license, NISD police sayAs the new school year gets underway, San Antonio-area districts are urging drivers to stop when buses flash red lights and extend their stop arm.
Beloved Alamo Heights ISD custodian uses art to comfort and inspire young students
Read full article: Beloved Alamo Heights ISD custodian uses art to comfort and inspire young studentsTo the children and staff at the Alamo Heights ISD school, Mr. Ralph the custodian is much more than the person who keeps the building running. He is known for his kindness, magic tricks and artwork that fills parts of the campus.
Driving to school for the first time? What teens and parents need to know to stay safe
Read full article: Driving to school for the first time? What teens and parents need to know to stay safeAs students head back to class, morning roads and school zones are expected to get busier, which can be especially stressful for teenagers driving themselves to school for the first time.
What San Antonio drivers need to keep in mind before hitting the roads as children return to school
Read full article: What San Antonio drivers need to keep in mind before hitting the roads as children return to schoolThe agency wants drivers to help make the school year safe for students all year long
'Share memories, not information': Experts warn back-to-school photos online can put kids at risk
Read full article: 'Share memories, not information': Experts warn back-to-school photos online can put kids at riskIn a Facebook post, the San Antonio Police Department said posting popular “whiteboard” photos with information about a child to social media could inadvertently put a target on their back for criminals.
San Antonio families stock up on school essentials during Texas tax-free weekend
Read full article: San Antonio families stock up on school essentials during Texas tax-free weekendFamilies across Texas are using the state’s tax-free weekend to stock up on back-to-school essentials, from shoes and clothes to backpacks and notebooks, while saving a little extra at checkout.
Texas tax-free weekend returns Aug. 7-9. Here’s what shoppers need to know.
Read full article: Texas tax-free weekend returns Aug. 7-9. Here’s what shoppers need to know.The annual Texas tax-free weekend returns this Friday, giving shoppers a short window to buy qualifying back-to-school materials without paying sales tax.
Free VIA bus pass program aims to cut transportation barrier for San Antonio students
Read full article: Free VIA bus pass program aims to cut transportation barrier for San Antonio studentsAs students head back to school next week, parents across San Antonio are lining up daily plans to get kids to and from class. It’s a routine that can become a major obstacle when reliable transportation is out of reach.
John Jay High School prepares for first day amid major campus construction
Read full article: John Jay High School prepares for first day amid major campus constructionJohn Jay High School families should expect traffic changes, limited entrances, and ongoing construction when students return to class Monday.
East Central ISD prepares to open 2 new schools as enrollment surges
Read full article: East Central ISD prepares to open 2 new schools as enrollment surgesEast Central ISD will open two new campuses next week as the district works to keep up with rapid growth that officials say is expected to continue for years.
AAA Texas urges drivers to slow down as students return to school
Read full article: AAA Texas urges drivers to slow down as students return to schoolAAA Texas is reminding drivers to stay alert in school zones and watch for children, bicyclists and school buses as students head back to class across the state.
Free back-to-school haircuts in San Antonio aim to boost student confidence, ease costs for families
Read full article: Free back-to-school haircuts in San Antonio aim to boost student confidence, ease costs for familiesBack-to-school season is just around the corner, and for many families, the cost of supplies, clothes, and haircuts adds up fast.
Funding shortfall threatens West Side youth program serving over 150 kids
Read full article: Funding shortfall threatens West Side youth program serving over 150 kidsA West Side after-school program that 150-plus children rely on each week may not be able to reopen unless new funding arrives — putting tutoring, food support and a safe haven for teens in jeopardy.
Why summer is the best time to schedule your child’s back-to-school health appointments
Read full article: Why summer is the best time to schedule your child’s back-to-school health appointmentsHealthcare providers say one of the most important preparations that should happen long before the first day of class is scheduling your child’s annual checkup, vaccinations and other school-related health appointments.
Somerset ISD community shares excitement for new school year
Read full article: Somerset ISD community shares excitement for new school yearKSAT’s Ernie Zuniga stopped by Somerset ISD on Monday, the first day of classes, and spoke to educators and staff members who shared their excitement for the new school year.
Hunt ISD transforms from emergency shelter back to learning environment for new school year
Read full article: Hunt ISD transforms from emergency shelter back to learning environment for new school yearHunt teachers and staff are preparing to make this school year a little more special for their students following the historic deadly floods on July 4.
