Bond reduced for suspect indicted in connection with SAISD studentโs shooting death
Read full article: Bond reduced for suspect indicted in connection with SAISD studentโs shooting deathA man indicted in connection with the death of San Antonio Independent School District student Simon Cuevas had his bond amount significantly reduced on Friday.
San Antonio nonprofit helps meet studentsโ need for new underwear
Read full article: San Antonio nonprofit helps meet studentsโ need for new underwearEvery school year, many charitable organizations focus on supplying students with essentials like backpacks, school supplies, haircuts and shoes. However, one need often goes unnoticed: new underwear.
San Antonio ISD collects 1.4 million pounds of recycled goods on Texas Recycles Day
Read full article: San Antonio ISD collects 1.4 million pounds of recycled goods on Texas Recycles DaySan Antonio Independent School District campuses celebrated Texas Recycles Day with a fun and impactful cleanup effort.
A look at who wants to lease San Antonio ISDโs closed campuses
Read full article: A look at who wants to lease San Antonio ISDโs closed campusesThe conversation about what to do with dozens of closed San Antonio Independent School District (SAISD) campuses continued Monday as the district released a preliminary list of groups that have expressed interest in renting some of the buildings.
Suspects charged in connection with SAISD studentโs death indicted on lesser charges, records show
Read full article: Suspects charged in connection with SAISD studentโs death indicted on lesser charges, records showTwo men charged in the shooting death of San Antonio Independent School District student Simon Cuevas were indicted on lesser charges, records with the Bexar County Jail show.
โSAISDadsโ initiative looks to engage fathers in their childrenโs educational journey
Read full article: โSAISDadsโ initiative looks to engage fathers in their childrenโs educational journeyMany of us grew up with a father in the household, but with the man-of-the-household duties, not many of us had the chance to be involved in our educational activities.
Man arrested on capital murder charge in connection with SAISD studentโs shooting death, records show
Read full article: Man arrested on capital murder charge in connection with SAISD studentโs shooting death, records showAn 18-year-old man has been arrested on a capital murder charge in connection with the shooting death of a San Antonio Independent School District student, according to Bexar County court records.
A look at San Antonioโs lost sports teams through the years
Read full article: A look at San Antonioโs lost sports teams through the yearsOn Friday, the United Football League announced the end of the San Antonio Brahmas. With this, the Brahmas are the latest sports team to either come to an end or leave the Alamo City.
Pickup Lines: Dr. Lorraine Pulido reflects on journey from East L.A. to Harlandale ISD Hall of Fame
Read full article: Pickup Lines: Dr. Lorraine Pulido reflects on journey from East L.A. to Harlandale ISD Hall of FameThe latest Pickup Lines segment features Dr. Lorraine Pulido, the director of communications for the San Antonio Independent School District.
6 Bexar County school districts risk TEA stepping in over poor performance
Read full article: 6 Bexar County school districts risk TEA stepping in over poor performanceSix Bexar County school districts must submit plans to the state for improving performance at poorly-rated campuses โ and in some cases, immediately put them into action.
Teen suspect wanted for capital murder in connection with SAISD studentโs shooting death, SAPD says
Read full article: Teen suspect wanted for capital murder in connection with SAISD studentโs shooting death, SAPD saysA 17-year-old is wanted on a capital murder charge in connection with the shooting death of a San Antonio Independent School District student earlier this year, San Antonio police said on Friday.
Bexar County teen accused of planning mass attack at Rhodes Middle School receives 2 years probation
Read full article: Bexar County teen accused of planning mass attack at Rhodes Middle School receives 2 years probationA 13-year-old boy accused of planning a mass attack at Rhodes Middle School earlier this year received two years probation in a treatment facility on Friday.
Burbank-Luling football game canceled due to social media threat, Burbank principal says
Read full article: Burbank-Luling football game canceled due to social media threat, Burbank principal saysThursday nightโs Burbank-Luling football game has been canceled, according to Burbank High School and San Antonio Independent School District officials.
SAISD boosts security measures after attempted child abduction near middle school, district says
Read full article: SAISD boosts security measures after attempted child abduction near middle school, district saysThe San Antonio Independent School District (SAISD) said they are increasing security after an attempted abduction on Monday, according to a district statement.
โStill so unrealโ: Mother of 14-year-old SAISD student killed near campus hopes case is closed soon
Read full article: โStill so unrealโ: Mother of 14-year-old SAISD student killed near campus hopes case is closed soonSimon Cuevasโ mother wants a prison sentence for the people responsible for killing her son.
San Antonio ISD graduate bound for Harvard credits STEM program
Read full article: San Antonio ISD graduate bound for Harvard credits STEM programA San Antonio Independent School District graduate is headed to Harvard University, and heโs crediting a program based out of San Antonio College that he says helped him make it all possible.
Suspect charged with capital murder in shooting death of SAISD student, records show
Read full article: Suspect charged with capital murder in shooting death of SAISD student, records showAn arrest has been made in connection with the shooting death of a San Antonio Independent School District student in April, according to Bexar County records.
TEA Accountability Ratings: A look at how San Antonio area school districts made the grade
Read full article: TEA Accountability Ratings: A look at how San Antonio area school districts made the gradeThe Texas Education Agency (TEA) announced the release of accountability ratings for school districts across Texas, which includes San Antonio-area schools.
SAISD student Simon Cuevasโ murder case remains unsolved as new school year starts
Read full article: SAISD student Simon Cuevasโ murder case remains unsolved as new school year startsSimon Cuevas III was gunned down last April as he left his SAISD alternative school. So far, police have not made any arrests.
15-year-old graduates SAISD high school early, credits local free programs
Read full article: 15-year-old graduates SAISD high school early, credits local free programsGabriel Ping is not your average teenage student. He graduated high school after just the ninth grade along with several cyber security certifications.
San Antonio parentsโ initiative boosts support for cityโs Safe Routes to School program
Read full article: San Antonio parentsโ initiative boosts support for cityโs Safe Routes to School programFor Emily Hutcheson and her young children, biking isnโt just a fun family activity: itโs a way to build community and promote healthy habits.
Teachers embracing artificial intelligence encourage literacy in its educational use
Read full article: Teachers embracing artificial intelligence encourage literacy in its educational useIn todayโs technological world of artificial intelligence, students must embrace the benefits of the new learning tool, but also be aware of its ethics.
Burbank High School to begin construction on $18.5 million athletic building early next year
Read full article: Burbank High School to begin construction on $18.5 million athletic building early next yearLuther Burbank High School will begin construction of a new athletic building early next year, according to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
Teen accused of planning mass attack at SAISD middle school to remain in custody, judge orders
Read full article: Teen accused of planning mass attack at SAISD middle school to remain in custody, judge ordersA 13-year-old boy accused of planning a mass attack at Rhodes Middle School earlier this year will remain in custody, a Bexar County judge ruled on Thursday.
San Antonio ISD rolls out HVAC upgrades ahead of new school year
Read full article: San Antonio ISD rolls out HVAC upgrades ahead of new school yearAs San Antonio Independent School District (SAISD) students prepare to head back to school in a few days, air conditioning is finally being installed in classrooms that have long struggled with uncomfortable temperatures.
Ashley Pardo pointed shotgun at baby 2 years before helping in sonโs planned attack at SAISD school, affidavit says
Read full article: Ashley Pardo pointed shotgun at baby 2 years before helping in sonโs planned attack at SAISD school, affidavit saysAshley Pardo, 33, was arrested on a charge of abandoning or endangering a child with criminal negligence.
Grandmother seeks custody of teen accused in planning attack at SAISD middle school, judge declines
Read full article: Grandmother seeks custody of teen accused in planning attack at SAISD middle school, judge declinesRhodes Middle School teen remains in custody amid new details of alleged abuse and criminal past.
San Antonio ISD approves sale for final piece of land in proposed downtown ballpark
Read full article: San Antonio ISD approves sale for final piece of land in proposed downtown ballparkThe San Antonio Independent School District Board of Trustees unanimously approved the sale of a critical piece of land that is expected to become the future home of the San Antonio Missions.
What is happening with San Antonio ISDโs 13 closed campuses?
Read full article: What is happening with San Antonio ISDโs 13 closed campuses?San Antonio ISD says behind-the-scenes work on repurposing the 13 closed school campuses has been ongoing. But this fall, the repurposing process will kick into gear.
Whatโs next in case of teen accused in mass attack plot at Rhodes Middle School
Read full article: Whatโs next in case of teen accused in mass attack plot at Rhodes Middle SchoolA 13-year-old San Antonio ISD student accused of plotting a violent attack at Rhodes Middle School has now been officially charged with a third-degree felony, more than six weeks after his arrest on May 12.
โCome on out!โ San Antonio area schools serve free breakfast, lunch to fill summertime gap
Read full article: โCome on out!โ San Antonio area schools serve free breakfast, lunch to fill summertime gapWhen classrooms clear out for the summer, cafeterias stay open to nourish families year-round.
How San Antonioโs largest school districtsโ 2025 STAAR test scores compare to state averages
Read full article: How San Antonioโs largest school districtsโ 2025 STAAR test scores compare to state averagesResults released by the Texas Education Agency on Tuesday show State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) scores have seen improvements this year, even as San Antonio-area districts struggled with math.
How high school students at San Antonioโs largest districts performed in this yearโs STAAR tests
Read full article: How high school students at San Antonioโs largest districts performed in this yearโs STAAR testsThe Texas Education Agency released scores showing how Texas high schoolers performed on the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness end-of-course exams.
SAISD student accused of planning mass violence at Rhodes Middle School will remain in custody
Read full article: SAISD student accused of planning mass violence at Rhodes Middle School will remain in custodyAn SAISD student who police say plotted an attack at Rhodes Middle School last month will remain in custody.
Mom accused of helping in sonโs planned mass violence at SAISD school has her bond slightly modified
Read full article: Mom accused of helping in sonโs planned mass violence at SAISD school has her bond slightly modifiedThe mother of an SAISD middle school student who allegedly bought ammunition, magazines and tactical gear for her son had slight modifications made to her bond during a Friday court appearance, her first since she was taken into custody.
Ex-SAISD teacher investigated for โalleged sexual conductโ with student who was under 18, records show
Read full article: Ex-SAISD teacher investigated for โalleged sexual conductโ with student who was under 18, records showA former San Antonio Independent School district teacher is being investigated for alleged โsexual conductโ with a former student who was under 18, according to records obtained by KSAT.
Burbank High School graduate breaks school, district wrestling records
Read full article: Burbank High School graduate breaks school, district wrestling recordsAs the school year winds down and graduation season kicks into full gear across San Antonio, KSAT is proud to spotlight exceptional students in our Great Graduates series.
SAISD student accused of planning mass violence at Rhodes Middle School ordered to remain in custody
Read full article: SAISD student accused of planning mass violence at Rhodes Middle School ordered to remain in custodyAn SAISD student, accused of plotting an attack at Rhodes Middle School, attended two court hearings on Thursday, where the proceedings focused on his detention status and media access.
San Antonio fourth grade teacher honored for excellence in the classroom, STAAR Test preparation
Read full article: San Antonio fourth grade teacher honored for excellence in the classroom, STAAR Test preparationFor many students and teachers, the STAAR test can be a source of stress and anxiety. But at Mark Twain Dual Language Academy, one teacher is flipping that narrative and getting recognized for it.
SAPD releases video of โpersons of interestโ in murder of Brewer Academy student Simon Cuevas III
Read full article: SAPD releases video of โpersons of interestโ in murder of Brewer Academy student Simon Cuevas IIIOne month after Simon Cuevas III, 14, was beaten, shot and killed after leaving school at Brewer Academy, SAPD shared a video of two individuals who are considered โpersons of interest.โ
SAPD, Crime Stoppers searching for suspect in connection with shooting death of SAISD student
Read full article: SAPD, Crime Stoppers searching for suspect in connection with shooting death of SAISD studentThe San Antonio Police Department and Crime Stoppers are searching for a suspect in connection with the shooting death of a San Antonio Independent School District student.
โI wish that I couldโve been thereโ: Mother of teen shot, killed near SAISD campus seeks justice
Read full article: โI wish that I couldโve been thereโ: Mother of teen shot, killed near SAISD campus seeks justiceOne month after Simon Cuevas was murdered two blocks from his school, his mother and authorities are still searching for answers.
SAPD credits Behavioral Threat Assessment Group for preventing alleged plan for mass violence at SAISD middle school
Read full article: SAPD credits Behavioral Threat Assessment Group for preventing alleged plan for mass violence at SAISD middle schoolA 13-year-old student and his mother have been charged in connection with a plan for mass violence at Jeremiah Rhodes Middle School, according to San Antonio police.
Thwarted attack: SAISD defends policy after student, 13, allowed back on campus following suspension
Read full article: Thwarted attack: SAISD defends policy after student, 13, allowed back on campus following suspensionJust days before he was arrested for planning a mass violence attack at Rhodes Middle School, a 13-year-old student had been allowed to return to the campus despite months of disturbing behavior and a suspension tied to researching mass shootings, according to San Antonio police.
Timeline: What we know about mom, 13-year-old son charged in thwarted terrorism plan toward SAISD school
Read full article: Timeline: What we know about mom, 13-year-old son charged in thwarted terrorism plan toward SAISD schoolHere is the latest timeline of events in the cases of Ashley Pardo and her teenage son accused of planning an attack at Rhodes Middle School.
Parents express outrage after mother, son arrested in alleged mass violence plan at SAISD school
Read full article: Parents express outrage after mother, son arrested in alleged mass violence plan at SAISD schoolShock and outrage are echoing through the West Side after a mother and her teenage son were arrested in connection with an alleged plan to carry out mass violence at Jeremiah Rhodes Middle School.
SAISD school board censures trustee Stephanie Torres, bans her from district campuses for 90 days
Read full article: SAISD school board censures trustee Stephanie Torres, bans her from district campuses for 90 daysThe San Antonio Independent School Districtโs Board of Trustees voted to temporarily ban one of their own during a board meeting.
Mom bought ammunition, tactical gear for sonโs planned mass violence at SAISD school, SAPD says
Read full article: Mom bought ammunition, tactical gear for sonโs planned mass violence at SAISD school, SAPD saysThe mother of an SAISD middle school student allegedly bought ammunition, magazines and tactical gear for her son, who had expressed a desire to carry out โacts of mass violenceโ at Jeremiah Rhodes Middle School, according to SAPD.
9-year-old who alerted family of house fire recognized by San Antonio Fire Department
Read full article: 9-year-old who alerted family of house fire recognized by San Antonio Fire DepartmentA 9-year-old Wilson Elementary student was recognized by the San Antonio Fire Department on Monday for her quick thinking that helped save a family from a house fire.
โThey destroyed everything:โ Memorial for Simon Cuevas III vandalized over Motherโs Day weekend
Read full article: โThey destroyed everything:โ Memorial for Simon Cuevas III vandalized over Motherโs Day weekendNearly one month after 14-year-old Simon Cuevas III was shot and killed near Brewer Academy, community members told KSAT that his memorial was destroyed over Motherโs Day weekend.
SAISD program coordinator had summer school items delivered to his home, invoices show
Read full article: SAISD program coordinator had summer school items delivered to his home, invoices showPurchases for children in a San Antonio Independent School District summer program were delivered to the personal residence of a district employee, invoice records uncovered by KSAT Investigates show.
Former SAISD teacher accused of having relationship with student under TEA investigation, agency says
Read full article: Former SAISD teacher accused of having relationship with student under TEA investigation, agency saysA former San Antonio Independent School District teacher accused of having a relationship with a student is under investigation by the Texas Education Agency, the agency told KSAT on Friday.
RESULTS: San Antonio-area school districts, bonds for May 3, 2025 election
Read full article: RESULTS: San Antonio-area school districts, bonds for May 3, 2025 electionSome San Antonio-area school districts are searching for new school board members. Those districts also hope some of their bond issues will become voter-approved by the end of Election Day.
Parents protest outside Brewer Academy two weeks after shooting of 14-year-old Simon Cuevas III near campus
Read full article: Parents protest outside Brewer Academy two weeks after shooting of 14-year-old Simon Cuevas III near campusParents of students at Brewer Academy in the San Antonio Independent School District staged a protest more than two weeks after the fatal shooting of Simon Cuevas III near campus.
Edison High School Conjunto band to bring classic South Texas sound to Battle of Flowers Band Festival
Read full article: Edison High School Conjunto band to bring classic South Texas sound to Battle of Flowers Band FestivalThe 89th annual Battle of Flowers Fiesta Band Festival is back with some new sounds this year. For the first time, Conjunto music will be part of the festival at Alamo Stadium.
Brackenridge HS to increase security after man seen behaving โinappropriatelyโ near campus, school says
Read full article: Brackenridge HS to increase security after man seen behaving โinappropriatelyโ near campus, school saysBrackenridge High School is increasing security patrols around the school after a man was seen near the campus behaving โinappropriately,โ Principal Mandie Holtsford-Suarez said in a letter to families on Monday.
SAISD mariachi students prepare to perform at Battle of Flowers Parade
Read full article: SAISD mariachi students prepare to perform at Battle of Flowers ParadeMore than 200 mariachi students from 18 middle schools, high schools and academies across the San Antonio Independent School District are gearing up to perform at the Battle of Flowers Parade.
Brackenridge High School substitute teacher under investigation for โinappropriateโ conduct, SAISD says
Read full article: Brackenridge High School substitute teacher under investigation for โinappropriateโ conduct, SAISD saysThe San Antonio Independent School District said it is investigating one of its substitute teachers for an incident that allegedly happened last week inside a Brackenridge High School classroom.
โI wish he was hereโ: Mother of 14-year-old fatally shot near SAISD campus seeks justice
Read full article: โI wish he was hereโ: Mother of 14-year-old fatally shot near SAISD campus seeks justiceFamily and friends of 14-year-old Simon Cuevas III say they will forever have him in their hearts.
TEA releases grades on San Antonio-area public schools, districts for 2022-23 academic year
Read full article: TEA releases grades on San Antonio-area public schools, districts for 2022-23 academic yearThe Texas Education Agency released its grades for each school and school district in the state for the 2022-23 academic year.
Neighbors, SAISD parents anxious for arrests after shooting death of 14-year-old boy
Read full article: Neighbors, SAISD parents anxious for arrests after shooting death of 14-year-old boyAfter a 14-year-old boy was shot dead one week ago, people in the community are anxious for news of an arrest in the case.
Neighbors, parents concerned about safety after deadly shooting near SAISD campus
Read full article: Neighbors, parents concerned about safety after deadly shooting near SAISD campusOne day after a 14-year-old Brewer Academy student was shot and killed near campus, school resumed in session as usual.
SAISD student killed in West Side shooting near Brewer Academy campus, SAPD says
Read full article: SAISD student killed in West Side shooting near Brewer Academy campus, SAPD saysSan Antonio police said one teenage student was shot and killed Wednesday afternoon at a San Antonio Independent School District campus on the West Side.
Young Womenโs Leadership Academy: Primary reopens sexual assault investigation, SAISD says
Read full article: Young Womenโs Leadership Academy: Primary reopens sexual assault investigation, SAISD saysThe Young Womenโs Leadership Academy Primary has re-launched an investigation into reports of sexual assault, SAISD said Wednesday in a letter sent to parents.
San Antonio ISD board approves pay increase for district employees
Read full article: San Antonio ISD board approves pay increase for district employeesOn Monday, the San Antonio Independent School District Board of Trustees approved a pay increase for all full-time permanent employees for the 2025-2026 academic year.
County research project, exhibit honors 21 women whose names emblazon San Antonio ISD schools
Read full article: County research project, exhibit honors 21 women whose names emblazon San Antonio ISD schoolsIn celebration of Womenโs History Month, the Bexar County Historical Commission is honoring 21 women who have had SAISD schools named after them. A traveling exhibit will showcase these womenโs stories on how they helped shape education right here in San Antonio.
Puro Picks: Social media influencer Stephanie Guerra discusses weekend events in San Antonio
Read full article: Puro Picks: Social media influencer Stephanie Guerra discusses weekend events in San AntonioSocial media influencer Stephanie Guerra joins Fridayโs KSAT Q&A to discuss weekend happenings in and around San Antonio.
โI feel so so blessedโ: SAISD counselor wins $21K and Mini Cooper on Wheel of Fortune
Read full article: โI feel so so blessedโ: SAISD counselor wins $21K and Mini Cooper on Wheel of FortuneA San Antonio Independent School District counselor recently took a spin on Wheel of Fortune, fulfilling a lifelong dream she first discovered when her sister appeared on the iconic game show 10 years ago.
San Antonio ISD, SA Food Bank partner to distribute food ahead of Spring Break
Read full article: San Antonio ISD, SA Food Bank partner to distribute food ahead of Spring BreakSan Antonio ISD, in partnership with the San Antonio Food Bank, will distribute food to families ahead of Spring Break at the Alamo Stadium.
Dozens of down boilers preceded SAISDโs decision to shutter schools last month, records show
Read full article: Dozens of down boilers preceded SAISDโs decision to shutter schools last month, records showSan Antonio Independent School District Superintendent Dr. Jaime Aquino cited safety concerns for students walking to school or waiting at bus stops as the driving force behind the decision to keep campuses closed last month, even as other districts reopened. But internal records obtained Tuesday by KSAT Investigates tell a much different story, as SAISD continues to grapple with heating and cooling infrastructure woes.
HVAC systems were down for a โbrief periodโ at two SAISD schools, district says
Read full article: HVAC systems were down for a โbrief periodโ at two SAISD schools, district saysHeating, ventilation and air conditioning issues are persisting in some San Antonio Independent School District classrooms, according to tips received by KSAT.
How will San Antonio school districts handle ICE or CBP on campus?
Read full article: How will San Antonio school districts handle ICE or CBP on campus?Some parents are raising concerns about the safety of undocumented students in schools after the Trump administrationโs executive order that has allowed federal agents access to school campuses.
Girls on the Run Bexar County, SAISDโs Advanced Learning Academy students team up for BexarFest
Read full article: Girls on the Run Bexar County, SAISDโs Advanced Learning Academy students team up for BexarFestBexarFest is an ongoing collaboration between high school students and nonprofits in Bexar County.
SAISD educator under investigation for alleged support of ICE raids on TikTok
Read full article: SAISD educator under investigation for alleged support of ICE raids on TikTokAn educator at Lorenzo De Zavala Elementary School is facing criticism for making a social media post that called for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to raid San Antonio.
State Rep. Diego Bernal discusses potential โTexas Two-Stepโ for school financing amid SAISD heating concerns
Read full article: State Rep. Diego Bernal discusses potential โTexas Two-Stepโ for school financing amid SAISD heating concernsTexas State Rep. Diego Bernal (D-San Antonio) is familiar with and understands the district's challenges. Bernalโs District 123 represents a large amount of SAISD schools.
SAISD parents question districtโs decision for second day closures amid freezing temperatures
Read full article: SAISD parents question districtโs decision for second day closures amid freezing temperaturesSan Antonio Independent School District is under scrutiny after they canceled classes for a second day due to freezing temperatures, while other major Bexar County districts reopened on Wednesday.