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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Brothers, 14 and 16, charged in death of Simon Cuevas ordered to remain in custody
Read full article: Brothers, 14 and 16, charged in death of Simon Cuevas ordered to remain in custodyTwo suspects accused in the death of San Antonio Independent School District student Simon Cuevas were ordered to remain in custody following a hearing on Thursday.
2 teens face capital murder charges in connection with fatal shooting of SAISD student, court officials say
Read full article: 2 teens face capital murder charges in connection with fatal shooting of SAISD student, court officials sayTwo teens face capital murder charges in connection with the shooting death of a San Antonio Independent School District student, according to the 386th Juvenile District Court.
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.
Suspect in death of SAISD student dies after shooting self in Laredo
Read full article: Suspect in death of SAISD student dies after shooting self in LaredoA suspect in the death of San Antonio Independent School District student Simon Cuevas died days after shooting himself in Laredo, according to the Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office.
Suspect in death of SAISD student shot self in Laredo, airlifted to San Antonio hospital, police say
Read full article: Suspect in death of SAISD student shot self in Laredo, airlifted to San Antonio hospital, police sayA suspect wanted in the death of San Antonio Independent School District student Simon Cuevas is believed to have shot himself at a home in Laredo, according to police.
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.
SAPD searching for 2 additional suspects in shooting death of SAISD student
Read full article: SAPD searching for 2 additional suspects in shooting death of SAISD studentSan Antonio police officers are searching for two suspects in connection with the fatal shooting of a San Antonio Independent School District student in April.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Jefferson High School welcomes new head football coach with 19 years of experience
Read full article: Jefferson High School welcomes new head football coach with 19 years of experienceThe San Antonio Independent School District announced a new head football coach at Jefferson High School with 19 years of experience, according to a press release.
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.
San Antonio Missions ownership group selects architect for new downtown ballpark
Read full article: San Antonio Missions ownership group selects architect for new downtown ballparkThe San Antonio Missions announced Thursday they’ve hired a well-known designer to bring a proposed new downtown ballpark to life.
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.
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 Women’s 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 women’s stories on how they helped shape education right here in San Antonio.
SAISD teacher accused of having relationship with former student, district says
Read full article: SAISD teacher accused of having relationship with former student, district saysA San Antonio Independent School District teacher is accused of having a relationship with a former student, according to the district.
More pay than promised: San Antonio ISD consultant earns beyond contract limits
Read full article: More pay than promised: San Antonio ISD consultant earns beyond contract limitsSan Antonio Independent School District has spent nearly a half million dollars on just one expense since 2022: a consultant, records obtained by KSAT Investigates show.
Dozens of down boilers preceded SAISD’s decision to shutter schools last month, records show
Read full article: Dozens of down boilers preceded SAISD’s 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.
WATCH: Hundreds of San Antonio high school students walk out for immigration reform, abortion and LGBTQ+ rights
Read full article: WATCH: Hundreds of San Antonio high school students walk out for immigration reform, abortion and LGBTQ+ rightsSan Antonio Independent School District high school students organized a walkout on Wednesday afternoon to protest the erosion of fundamental rights.
HVAC systems were down for a ‘brief period’ at two SAISD schools, district says
Read full article: HVAC systems were down for a ‘brief period’ 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 administration’s executive order that has allowed federal agents access to school campuses.
Girls on the Run Bexar County, SAISD’s Advanced Learning Academy students team up for BexarFest
Read full article: Girls on the Run Bexar County, SAISD’s Advanced Learning Academy students team up for BexarFestBexarFest is an ongoing collaboration between high school students and nonprofits in Bexar County.
SAISD says concern over heating, HVAC systems were a ‘factor’ in Wednesday’s school closures
Read full article: SAISD says concern over heating, HVAC systems were a ‘factor’ in Wednesday’s school closuresAfter reaching out to the San Antonio Independent School District multiple times since Tuesday, officials explained why its schools remained closed on Wednesday.
SAISD parents question district’s decision for second day closures amid freezing temperatures
Read full article: SAISD parents question district’s 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.
TIMELINE: San Antonio ISD heating and cooling issues
Read full article: TIMELINE: San Antonio ISD heating and cooling issuesOver the past year, San Antonio Independent School District has seen multiple heating issues at various campuses across the district — and those issues have continued into 2025.
SAISD to close schools Wednesday due to safety concerns amid cold snap
Read full article: SAISD to close schools Wednesday due to safety concerns amid cold snapThe San Antonio Independent School District will remain closed on Wednesday because of the cold weather, according to a notification sent to parents obtained by KSAT.
San Antonio ISD scrambling to keep up with heating problems in schools
Read full article: San Antonio ISD scrambling to keep up with heating problems in schoolsCold weather that began blanketing the area this week appears to have caused a whirlwind of problems for the San Antonio Independent School District.
SAISD spent thousands to have attorneys review media outlets' requests. Here’s what KSAT Investigates asked for.
Read full article: SAISD spent thousands to have attorneys review media outlets' requests. Here’s what KSAT Investigates asked for.After KSAT Investigates uncovered San Antonio ISD spending thousands of dollars in legal fees on public records requests made by news agencies, the district released information about what they asked for.
San Antonio ISD prepared for cold weather as students return to class, district says
Read full article: San Antonio ISD prepared for cold weather as students return to class, district saysThe San Antonio Independent School District (SAISD) said it is prepared for winter weather as students return for classes.
US Army North brings holiday cheer to Pershing Elementary students with annual toy drive
Read full article: US Army North brings holiday cheer to Pershing Elementary students with annual toy driveU.S. Army North had boots on the ground for a good cause at a San Antonio Independent School District elementary school on Wednesday.
San Antonio ISD trustees tentatively greenlight sale of key property for downtown Missions stadium
Read full article: San Antonio ISD trustees tentatively greenlight sale of key property for downtown Missions stadiumSan Antonio Independent School District trustees voted 5-1 Monday evening to approve the broad strokes of a deal to turn over a key piece of property for a downtown minor league baseball stadium.
Cost of transparency: Records show SAISD pays attorneys nearly a teacher’s salary to review requests
Read full article: Cost of transparency: Records show SAISD pays attorneys nearly a teacher’s salary to review requestsIn a year full of financial challenges KSAT Investigates found San Antonio Independent School District spent nearly a teacher’s salary’s worth on attorneys to review records requests made by news agencies.

San Antonio ISD swings for fences in Missions stadium land deal, denies playing ‘hardball’
Read full article: San Antonio ISD swings for fences in Missions stadium land deal, denies playing ‘hardball’The San Antonio Independent School District is trying to run up the score in a land deal with the San Antonio Missions and its partners for a 2.3-acre parking lot. "
SAISD celebrates Texas Recycles Day with sustainable playground
Read full article: SAISD celebrates Texas Recycles Day with sustainable playgroundThe San Antonio Independent School District on Friday celebrated Texas Recycles Day with a focus on recycling and sustainability, culminating in a revitalized playground at Sarah King Elementary.
Breaking down what SAISD wants if the San Antonio Missions build a downtown stadium
Read full article: Breaking down what SAISD wants if the San Antonio Missions build a downtown stadiumIf the San Antonio Missions want to build a new downtown ballpark, the San Antonio Independent School District has a list of conditions it wants met to sell the land to the team.
San Antonio ISD seeks public input for ideas to repurpose closed schools
Read full article: San Antonio ISD seeks public input for ideas to repurpose closed schoolsSan Antonio Independent School District released a short survey on Wednesday to solicit ideas on how its closed schools can be repurposed into facilities for the community’s use.
Concerns raised over potential downtown San Antonio Missions baseball stadium
Read full article: Concerns raised over potential downtown San Antonio Missions baseball stadiumA 2.3-acre piece of land on Camaron Street near San Pedro Creek Park and West Martin Street is just one point of contention for neighbors as the San Antonio Missions downtown baseball stadium debate continues.
Video shows gun pulled outside of San Antonio ISD high school during fight
Read full article: Video shows gun pulled outside of San Antonio ISD high school during fightThe San Antonio Independent School District said on Monday a fight happened just outside of campus. They said the person who pulled the gun was not a Burbank High School student.
Juvenile suspect arrested after making terroristic threats to schools on Instagram, SAPD says
Read full article: Juvenile suspect arrested after making terroristic threats to schools on Instagram, SAPD saysA juvenile is facing numerous charges after making terroristic threats towards seven schools in the San Antonio area, police said.
SAISD says improvements have been made to reduce lead in water, but refuse to make anyone available for questions on how
Read full article: SAISD says improvements have been made to reduce lead in water, but refuse to make anyone available for questions on howIn the latest test on transparency, San Antonio ISD did not make anyone available to answer questions about how the district is addressing lead found in water at schools.
SAISD to host meetings to explain repurposing process, timeline of closed schools
Read full article: SAISD to host meetings to explain repurposing process, timeline of closed schoolsThe San Antonio Independent School District plans to hold a series of public meetings to update the public on the district’s plans to repurpose more than 12 closed schools.
Mark Twain Dual Language Academy welcomes new students from shuttered San Antonio ISD campuses
Read full article: Mark Twain Dual Language Academy welcomes new students from shuttered San Antonio ISD campusesThe San Antonio Independent School District closed 15 schools at the end of the school year as part of its “rightsizing” plan. Mark Twain Dual Language Academy is one of the campuses that will add more students to its roster because of those closures.
San Antonio student wins 2024 NBA Math Hoops Global Championship
Read full article: San Antonio student wins 2024 NBA Math Hoops Global ChampionshipA fifth-grade student at Bonham Academy in the San Antonio Independent School District came out victorious in the 2024 NBA Math Hoops Global Championship, the San Antonio Spurs announced on Monday.
Bonham Academy 5th grader to represent San Antonio in 2024 NBA Math Hoops Global Championship
Read full article: Bonham Academy 5th grader to represent San Antonio in 2024 NBA Math Hoops Global ChampionshipA fifth grade student at Bonham Academy in the San Antonio Independent School District was selected to compete in the 2024 NBA Math Hoops Global Championship taking place next week, the San Antonio Spurs announced.
SAISD takes steps towards repurposing closed school buildings
Read full article: SAISD takes steps towards repurposing closed school buildingsAfter 15 schools across the San Antonio Independent School District closed at the end of the last school year, the district is now beginning work with a consultant to repurpose some of its school buildings.
SAISD addresses shift in graduation plans for some high schools as ceremonies continue
Read full article: SAISD addresses shift in graduation plans for some high schools as ceremonies continueBrackenridge, Sam Houston and Highlands High Schools were set to walk the stage outside at Alamo Stadium. However, forecasted high temperatures prompted the district to move the ceremonies indoors at the Alamo Convocation Center.
