‘Panic and stress’: SAISD Rhodes Middle School families upset with closure proposal
Read full article: ‘Panic and stress’: SAISD Rhodes Middle School families upset with closure proposalParents in the district told KSAT they feel overlooked as the district makes decisions for the future of their students.
SAISD proposes closing Rhodes Middle School as part of Third Future Schools partnership
Read full article: SAISD proposes closing Rhodes Middle School as part of Third Future Schools partnershipThe San Antonio Independent School District is proposing to close Rhodes Middle School at the end of the current school year, a move that would bring the district’s total campus closures to 26 since 2016.
SAISD proposes budget cut to trim $19.3 million from 2026-2027 school year budget
Read full article: SAISD proposes budget cut to trim $19.3 million from 2026-2027 school year budgetSan Antonio Independent School District administrators laid out the district’s projected $46 million deficit to the board of trustees Monday night.
‘This was not an easy decision’: SAISD superintendent announces retirement
Read full article: ‘This was not an easy decision’: SAISD superintendent announces retirementSan Antonio Independent School District (SAISD) Superintendent Jaime Aquino will retire early next year after 40 years in public education, he announced Friday.
Fiesta book drive to fill buses with thousands of books for SAISD students
Read full article: Fiesta book drive to fill buses with thousands of books for SAISD studentsA school bus filled with books rolled up to Mark Twain Dual Language Academy this week, giving students the chance to pick out stories they can take home and keep.
SAISD, San Antonio Food Bank team up to feed 800 families ahead of spring break
Read full article: SAISD, San Antonio Food Bank team up to feed 800 families ahead of spring breakThe San Antonio Independent School District (SAISD) teamed up with the San Antonio Food Bank to help families stock up on groceries ahead of spring break.
San Antonio ISD to host virtual information session for job seekers
Read full article: San Antonio ISD to host virtual information session for job seekersThe San Antonio Independent School District is hosting an online career information session on Thursday from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. for anyone interested in teaching.
San Antonio ISD student council speak to community leaders in State of the District address
Read full article: San Antonio ISD student council speak to community leaders in State of the District addressThe San Antonio Independent School District hosted its State of the District on Tuesday morning to address research on certain topics.
Substance use presentation hits home for San Antonio students, who are now more open about addiction
Read full article: Substance use presentation hits home for San Antonio students, who are now more open about addictionCrime Stoppers of Houston instituted a statewide education program called the Safe School Institute with presentations on more than a dozen topics. A recent substance use presentation from the organization made a big impression at SAISD's CAST Tech High School.
Students walk out of schools across South Texas in protest of ICE
Read full article: Students walk out of schools across South Texas in protest of ICEStudents at several high schools across San Antonio walked out of their schools Friday to protest against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the country.
SAISD teacher arrested, accused of indecent exposure to 9-year-old girl, sheriff says
Read full article: SAISD teacher arrested, accused of indecent exposure to 9-year-old girl, sheriff saysA San Antonio Independent School District middle school teacher was arrested after allegedly exposing himself to a 9-year-old girl in a northwest Bexar County neighborhood, according to the sheriff’s office.
SAISD unanimously votes to close Carvajal Elementary amid declining enrollment, district says
Read full article: SAISD unanimously votes to close Carvajal Elementary amid declining enrollment, district saysThe San Antonio Independent School District board unanimously voted Tuesday evening to close Carvajal Elementary School, according to a district spokesperson.
Martin Luther King Academy to be demolished following 39th annual MLK March
Read full article: Martin Luther King Academy to be demolished following 39th annual MLK MarchThe Martin Luther King Academy is about to enter a new chapter as the historic school prepares for demolition following the 39th annual Martin Luther King Jr. March.
How seasonal illnesses are impacting San Antonio-area classrooms
Read full article: How seasonal illnesses are impacting San Antonio-area classroomsA San Antonio-area doctor tells us that an average healthy kid can get sick up to six times during the winter months, because viruses tend to thrive in colder weather.
SAISD weighs closure of Carvajal Elementary amid declining enrollment
Read full article: SAISD weighs closure of Carvajal Elementary amid declining enrollmentThe future of Carvajal Elementary School remains uncertain as San Antonio Independent School District trustees weighed a proposal to close the campus, a move that parents say would disrupt daily routines and force families to adapt to new schools next school year.
Campus closures, leases and sales on agenda for Bexar County school districts
Read full article: Campus closures, leases and sales on agenda for Bexar County school districtsIt’s a new year, but public schools are facing the same fiscal difficulties, with lower student enrollment and budget shortfalls.
SAISD employee loses job, faces criminal charges after copper theft from school building
Read full article: SAISD employee loses job, faces criminal charges after copper theft from school buildingJason Barrera, 28, is accused of taking copper and bronze pipes from a shuttered school and selling the metal for scrap.
Man arrested, accused of stealing copper from SAISD campus, warrants state
Read full article: Man arrested, accused of stealing copper from SAISD campus, warrants stateA 29-year-old man was arrested for allegedly stealing over $800 worth of copper from a San Antonio Independent School District (SAISD) campus, according to court documents.
Parents brace for change as SAISD considers closing Carvajal Elementary School
Read full article: Parents brace for change as SAISD considers closing Carvajal Elementary SchoolParents of Carvajal Elementary School are preparing for disruption after San Antonio Independent School District officials indicated the campus might close at the end of the school year.
SAISD board discusses possible closure of Carvajal Elementary School
Read full article: SAISD board discusses possible closure of Carvajal Elementary SchoolOn Monday, the San Antonio Independent School District board discussed a recommendation to close Carvajal Elementary School after the 2025-26 school year.
Bond reduced for suspect indicted in connection with SAISD student’s shooting death
Read full article: Bond reduced for suspect indicted in connection with SAISD student’s 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 students’ need for new underwear
Read full article: San Antonio nonprofit helps meet students’ 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 ISD’s closed campuses
Read full article: A look at who wants to lease San Antonio ISD’s 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 student’s death indicted on lesser charges, records show
Read full article: Suspects charged in connection with SAISD student’s 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.
‘SAISDads’ initiative looks to engage fathers in their children’s educational journey
Read full article: ‘SAISDads’ initiative looks to engage fathers in their children’s 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 student’s shooting death, records show
Read full article: Man arrested on capital murder charge in connection with SAISD student’s 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 Antonio’s lost sports teams through the years
Read full article: A look at San Antonio’s 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 — and in some cases, immediately put them into action.
Teen suspect wanted for capital murder in connection with SAISD student’s shooting death, SAPD says
Read full article: Teen suspect wanted for capital murder in connection with SAISD student’s 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 night’s 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.
‘Still so unreal’: Mother of 14-year-old SAISD student killed near campus hopes case is closed soon
Read full article: ‘Still so unreal’: Mother of 14-year-old SAISD student killed near campus hopes case is closed soonSimon Cuevas’ 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 he’s 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 Cuevas’ murder case remains unsolved as new school year starts
Read full article: SAISD student Simon Cuevas’ 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 parents’ initiative boosts support for city’s Safe Routes to School program
Read full article: San Antonio parents’ initiative boosts support for city’s Safe Routes to School programFor Emily Hutcheson and her young children, biking isn’t just a fun family activity: it’s 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 today’s 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 son’s planned attack at SAISD school, affidavit says
Read full article: Ashley Pardo pointed shotgun at baby 2 years before helping in son’s 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 ISD’s 13 closed campuses?
Read full article: What is happening with San Antonio ISD’s 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.
What’s next in case of teen accused in mass attack plot at Rhodes Middle School
Read full article: What’s 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.
How San Antonio’s largest school districts’ 2025 STAAR test scores compare to state averages
Read full article: How San Antonio’s largest school districts’ 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 Antonio’s largest districts performed in this year’s STAAR tests
Read full article: How high school students at San Antonio’s largest districts performed in this year’s 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 son’s planned mass violence at SAISD school has her bond slightly modified
Read full article: Mom accused of helping in son’s 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 ‘alleged sexual conduct’ with student who was under 18, records show
Read full article: Ex-SAISD teacher investigated for ‘alleged sexual conduct’ with student who was under 18, records showA former San Antonio Independent School district teacher is being investigated for alleged “sexual conduct” 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 ‘persons of interest’ in murder of Brewer Academy student Simon Cuevas III
Read full article: SAPD releases video of ‘persons of interest’ 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 “persons of interest.”
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.
‘I wish that I could’ve been there’: Mother of teen shot, killed near SAISD campus seeks justice
Read full article: ‘I wish that I could’ve been there’: 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 District’s Board of Trustees voted to temporarily ban one of their own during a board meeting.
Mom bought ammunition, tactical gear for son’s planned mass violence at SAISD school, SAPD says
Read full article: Mom bought ammunition, tactical gear for son’s 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 “acts of mass violence” 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.
‘They destroyed everything:’ Memorial for Simon Cuevas III vandalized over Mother’s Day weekend
Read full article: ‘They destroyed everything:’ Memorial for Simon Cuevas III vandalized over Mother’s 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 Mother’s 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 ‘inappropriately’ near campus, school says
Read full article: Brackenridge HS to increase security after man seen behaving ‘inappropriately’ near campus, school saysBrackenridge High School is increasing security patrols around the school after a man was seen near the campus behaving “inappropriately,” 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 ‘inappropriate’ conduct, SAISD says
Read full article: Brackenridge High School substitute teacher under investigation for ‘inappropriate’ 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.
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.