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Three South San ISD board of trustees have requested a special meeting to discuss comments captured by an open mic following the end of a regular meeting and just before the start of a closed meeting on<a href="https://www.southsanisd.net/live" target="_blank"> November 17th. </a>

For most kids, they’ve been back to in-person school for more than three months. And for some, that’s when parents can really see if they’re struggling.

New Braunfels ISD, one of the fastest-growing districts in the area, is hoping voters see the need <a href="https://www.ksat.com/news/politics/2021/11/03/november-2-2021-election-results-school-bonds-in-the-san-antonio-area/" target="_blank">and vote yes in a proposed bond.</a>

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Business owners say they've tried to get the attention of the city and the school district about ongoing fights and drug use across the street from John Jay High School.

Principals at three New York elementary schools are cracking down on “Squid Game” play after students were imitating the violent show on the playground.

Comal Independent School District is hoping voters will approve a multi-million-dollar bond that would include building new schools and upgrading several infrastructure projects. As the second fastest growing school district in the nation, with a population of over 27,000 students, school officials say this bond package will target their concerns with growth and capacity.

Holocaust survivor Eddie Jaku, who last year published his best-selling memoir, “The Happiest Man on Earth,” has died in Sydney

A first-grader in Nevada is going viral after refusing to take off his face mask during school photos because his mother told him not to, according to<a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2021/09/24/boy-takes-school-pictures-mask/" target="_blank"> a report from The Washington Post.</a>

The school's principal told Newsy's sister station the goal is for graduates to be "self-sustaining" right out of high school.

Chancellor finally got back on the football field Friday night, but crosstown rival Riverbend was approaching midseason form and came away with a comfortable 42–20 win.

Chancellor finally got back on the football field Friday night, but crosstown rival Riverbend was approaching midseason form and came away with a comfortable 42–20 win.

Nearly all of New York City's 300,000 employees were required to be back at their workplaces on Monday as the city ended remote work. (Sept. 13)

Comal County's COVID-19 death toll now stands at 389, as officials reported the deaths of an additional two residents Thursday, while local hospitals continue to care for a significant number

A rise in COVID-19 cases and a large number of quarantined staff in the Sabinal Independent School District has caused one of their campuses to close beginning Tuesday.

A school in Texas closed for the rest of the week on Tuesday after two teachers died from COVID-19 within a week, the Waco Tribune-Herald reports. State of play: The campus at Connally Junior High School won't open until after Labor Day for deep sanitation, after sixth-grade social studies teacher Natalia Chansler died on Aug. 28, having notified the school three days earlier that she tested positive for COVID-19.Stay on top of the latest market trends and economic insights with Axios Markets. S

The school year is just getting started, but districts say thousands of students haven’t shown up to class.

School bells have rung in parts of Indonesia’s capital for the first time in more than a year as schools shut by the coronavirus were allowed to begin reopening as cases decline.

A surge in COVID-19 cases in the community is forcing Leakey ISD to temporarily close its doors, according to district officials.

As COVID-19 surges amid a continuous mask mandate feud, parents and others are sharing why they support or don’t support masks in area schools.

The new school is slated to open in August 2023 and will replace Carl Schurz and Seele Elementary Schools.

A local child psychologist is raising awareness about the red flags both students and parents can watch regarding inappropriate relationships between children and adults; specifically, between students and teachers.

School is back in session in the San Antonio area, and as more children test positive for COVID-19, school districts are revealing their plans for those who need to quarantine.

A junior at the International School of the Americas in the North East Independent School District is being recognized for his exceptional work in the community.

New Stop AAPI Hate report shows 9,000+ incidents since the start of the pandemic. About 10% of all incidents happen in schools.

Many school districts in San Antonio and across the country have announced that free breakfast and lunch will be available for all students during the 2021-2022 school year.

While masks will be required in Bexar County schools, some districts within the county say they will not follow this order.

The health system is overwhelmed, nurses are exhausted, and the pandemic is adding to a growing nurse shortage.

One Seattle school is using a contact tracing app by Trace Innovations to keep students safe.

/With the new school year starting, what do you think students looking forward to the most this fall?

/With the new school year starting, what do you think students are looking forward to the most this fall?

An East Side church will be giving away everything from crayons to backpacks to students in need.

Some students are gearing up for the start of the school year, and some maybe feeling anxiety about what the return will look like. Experts say try to ease your children's concerns and teach them some tools on how to cope with that anxiety.

Judson ISD has finally confirmed it paid $547,045.61 to the cyberthieves who stole personal information belonging to thousands of teachers and students last June.

Early learning centers across our area are getting ready to welcome back young children amid growing concerns stemming from a rise in COVID-19 cases.

The new school year begins as the Delta variant continues to spread across the country.

Students and faculty are getting ready for the 2021-2022 school year after a hectic academic year that saw various forms of in-person and virtual learning due to concerns about the coronavirus pandemic.

Experts say desks could also be at least three feet apart and teachers could be assigned smaller class sizes to reduce risk of infection.

North East ISD will offer free, healthy meals this school year for all students in the district, regardless of financial status.

School will be returning this fall, and school districts around the San Antonio area are looking to fill open job positions.

Felicia Martinez is a local parent who says the SA Charter Moms app has helped ease the stress of finding a good school for her children as she navigates a complex search for her family's forever home.

Marcela Garc�a teaches science classes sitting on three cushions placed on a chair in her dining room in Chile’s capital, while many of her students listen to her from their beds because they all lack sufficient space for the remote teaching brought on by the pandemic

A private school in Ohio barred some of its students from reenrolling due to the political affiliations and activism of their parents, according to a report.

San Antonio’s second largest school district is doing away with remote learning next fall due to a lack of funding from the state, according to district officials.

Salman Khan hopes to return to Afghanistan to help build schools.

Bring a newspaper page or a website printout on your travels and take a picture holding it.

Pupils wearing caps and hoodies gather outside a school in support of Ella Goodwin on Monday.

By Big Bend SentinelMARFA – Junior high and high school students in Marfa with excessive absences received notices, and reports were mailed home to parents/guardians on Tuesday. Saturday School for students needing to make up excessive absences will be held May 8, May 15 and May 22, from 8 a.m. to noon. Students must stay the full four hours to receive credit. Students can also make up hours after school in the auditorium from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. beginning this week and continuing each school day until May 27. Please call the high school office at 432-729-5500 for more information.

A local mother says her 12-year-old son has been a victim of bullying for the past six months at Floresville Middle School.

Starting school with limited or no English skills may make keeping up with reading and vocabulary challenging. However, there is an intervention program called “Bridge of Stories” that is helping build these kids’ language skills in both English and their home language. “She speaks at school, so she only speaks English, but at my house she speaks Spanish,” said parent, Ana Guerrero de Vargas. AdPreschoolers placed in a Spanish-English intervention group had better vocabulary and storytelling skills in both languages than those who did not receive the bilingual storytelling intervention. “There’s intentional overlap between the Spanish and English lesson so that we can kind of build a bridge between the two languages,” stated Spencer.

School's solar panel savings give every teacher up to $15,000 raises Renewable sources of energy such as wind and solar are generating more power in the U.S. than coal. Ben Tracy visits a rural Arkansas school district using the sun's rays in an unusual way.

School's solar panel savings give every teacher up to $15,000 raises Renewable sources of energy such as wind and solar are generating more power in the U.S. than coal. Ben Tracy visits a rural Arkansas school district using the sun's rays in an unusual way.

Ad“Abbott’s callous new orders throw our public schools, students, and teachers into chaos, because it leaves open the question of whether masks will be required in all schools. But the teachers’ unions say the mask reversal leaves school safety protocols unclear. Read the full statements issued Tuesday from the teachers unions below:Full statement from Texas State Teacher’s Association President, Ovidia Molina:Like Gov. The Texas State Teachers Association urges the governor to keep his mask mandate in place, especially in our public schools, and see that it is enforced. Recent findings by the CDC that noted low transmission rates of COVID-19 in public schools have been touted to encourage in-person learning in Texas schools.

School's food bank provides students life lessons A food bank operating like a grocery store and housed inside a school gives students lessons in respect and retail. Mireya Villarreal shares more.

How can busy parents support their kids’ math learning? A new study shows when it comes to math achievement, a parent’s support is critical. They found more maternal support led to better math skills and better school readiness. Experts say parents of any income level should engage with their kids whenever possible. Other studies find that students in the United States rank below eight other countries in reading but below 30 other countries in math.

SAN ANTONIO – Is online learning the future of education? In Texas, there’s already a handful of public online schools that are Texas Education Agency accredited campuses and provide a 100% virtual instructional program to students. One of these virtual schools is the Texas Online Preparatory School. From El Paso to all the way to Texarkana,” said Forrest Smith, head of school at Texas Online Preparatory School. Northside ISD parent Jenny Maldonado said her kids have been learning online during the pandemic.

School disrupted and families without homes after deadly Texas storm A deadly Texas storm has taken a toll on teachers, parents and students, who were already having to navigate remote learning during the pandemic. Janet Shamlian reports.

Now, there’s an evidence-based program that taps teens to identify peers who could be at suicide risk. Both were selected for an innovative program in their Ohio high schools called Hope Squad. Wright-Berryman is the lead data researcher for Hope Squad, which is in 800 high schools nationwide. Wright-Berryman says studies show the stigma surrounding mental health and suicide is much lower in Hope Squad schools compared to those without programs. There’s more information on the hope squad website at www.hopesquad.com and if you are having thoughts of suicide, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255.

ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) – What do employers look for in recent graduates? The National Association of Colleges and Employers took a survey and found out your grades aren’t the only factor they care about. From sports, to something a little more cultured, or cerebral, what your child does now may help them land their dream job in the future. “They’re looking for people who can look at things outside of the box,” said Perez. To receive a free weekly email on Smart Living from Ivanhoe, sign up at: http://www.ivanhoe.com/ftk

We’ve all had to adjust to the craziness of this year, but some students across the world, from preschoolers to graduate students, had to learn virtually, and it’s been difficult on the students and teachers. That’s why a lot of students are showing their appreciation for teachers and professors everywhere as they’ve had to get creative and figure out how to teach curriculum on a Zoom call. This group of students from the College of New Jersey said thanks to their professor over Zoom, and his reaction is just priceless. Here is another of students surprising their college professor. These students said thanks to their Spanish teacher, and her reaction is so heartwarming.

LA VERNIA, Texas – After Thanksgiving, remote learning will no longer be offered at the La Vernia Independent School District following its school board’s decision on Monday. Cone said the district had already gone from 75% to 90% of its 3,200 students who had to return to school. “We’ve had a couple of positive cases this week, all contracted outside of the school district,” Cone said. Not only does the district perform deep cleaning nightly, but Cone also said similar precautions are taken throughout the day. He said the district trusts that all of them will watch for symptoms, quarantine if necessary, and get tested.

Knowing letters and numbers is certainly a good start, but social scientists say preparing a child for school requires more. There are simple steps you can take to ensure your child is healthy and ready to learn. It means to have social skills so that you can share and take turns,” explained Moore. Ensure they are taking turns and sharing with siblings. Produced by Child Trends News Service in partnership with Ivanhoe Broadcast News and funded by a grant from the National Science Foundation

SAN ANTONIO – School used to be a safe haven for children experiencing or witnessing abuse at home. She focuses on Northside ISD, while the other two caseworkers focus mainly on San Antonio ISD and East Central ISD. “Friends and family, and parents and teachers making those referrals, site coordinators making those referrals,” Sandoval said. Greene also wants families to know they can always get in contact with police about domestic violence situations. Every substation, including Public Safety Headquarters downtown, has a Crisis Response Team comprised of officers and advocates who specifically work with domestic violence victims.

click to enlarge Instagram / Pre-K 4 SAThe Pre-K 4 SA East Education Center has closed after four staff members and one child who were at the school last week tested positive for COVID-19.School officials said they have disinfected the building, conducted contact tracing and identified those who need to quarantine. Students will transition to remote learning this week.“Out of an abundance of caution, we are closing the Pre-K 4 SA East Education center and transitioning all classes to remote learning effective Monday October 26,” Pre-K 4 SA CEO Sarah Baray said in a statement.All staff members were tested Sunday and should expect their results Monday, according to the school. Students who were in classrooms with a staff member who tested positive will be tested Monday.In addition, Metro Health will review current protocols at all Pre-K 4 SA education centers.

School officials said productivity was low with virtual learning. “We’re going to be as safe as we can here at school,” said Poth ISD Superintendent Paula Renken. Poth ISD school officials only one student, a kindergartner, has tested positive for COVID-19. After Poth ISD officials sent parents a letter Thursday announcing the decision, dozens took to Facebook with concerns. As parents hurry to rearrange their plans, school officials say they’re working to keep the school environments safe.

Seguin, TX – The mother of a Navarro High School senior, who has Down syndrome and was nominated for homecoming king, is hoping to raise awareness about the importance of inclusivity for people with the disability. “I love football, Special Olympic basketball, bowling and track.”He said his confidence comes from the love of his friends, classmates and teachers within the district. “I know the minute he walks through those doors, if the teachers aren’t taking care of him, his classmates are,” said Ronni Lickert, his mother. “He asked a girl to be his homecoming date without me knowing,” Lickert laughed. With it being Down Syndrome Awareness Month, Lickert had this piece of advice to tell others in the community.

Our lady of the Lake University launches a new school, The Salazar-Escobedo School of Mass Communications and Theater. This was made possible with a $2.1 million gift from Verónica Salazar-Escobedo and her husband Rubén M. Escobedo. Located on the second floor of Main Building, the new school features the Verónica SalazarMedia Center, a state-of-the-art, multimedia production center. Like this: Like Loading...Related

SAN ANTONIO – A San Antonio teacher was fired for continuing to wear a Black Lives Matter face mask, even though it was against school policy, according to a CNN report. Lillian White, an art teacher at the Great Hearts Western Hills public charter school in San Antonio, started wearing the face mask once the school reopened for in-person classes. When she was wearing the mask, which read “Black Lives Matter” and Silence is Violence," students were not back on campus, CNN reports. White told CNN she wore the mask to “demonstrate her support for Black students and faculty,” and to also “advocate for an anti-racism action plan and a more diverse curriculum." On Sept. 5, White was told by the school her employment was terminated for her refusal to wear a different mask, CNN reports.

“We’re not trying to get rid of remote learning, we’re not trying to force anyone to go into the school that can’t do that, we want our kids back in school,” she said. “There are districts all around us … where schools are offering full in-person education.”

If your kids are doing at-home school for the time being, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, you probably already know that every day has its ups and downs. Staying positive is always a great way to address life’s challenges, so embracing at-home learning for the time being and making it fun for your kids (and their teachers) might make these challenging times a little bit easier. That’s why Style Wise style editor Jon Jordan suggests creating any available space in your home and make it seem like it’s school. There are plenty of stylish ways you can make a corner of a room, or the spare bedroom in your home, feel and look a lot more like school. Jordan also noticed that there are a plethora of cute and fashionable, inexpensive backpacks at stores like Target, and they are a great way to teach kids how to stay organized.

Here are some strategies for making lunches easy, fun and nutritious. For something quick and easy, consider making lunch foods in advance and freeze them. Involve kids in lunch preparationMaking lunch at home is a great way to teach kids about different foods. For example, using themed lunches for different days of the week, like “Monday Munch Lunch” help to make it fun. When lunch is fun, kids look forward to it.

SAN ANTONIO A well-placed sticky note can save your life! Dawn Yanek, founder of Momsanity, takes us through the right tools and planning to get your kids organized. While parents and children are busy trying to figure out their schedules, its important to plan. Parents can make assembly line lunches for easier days, make a sticky note to-do list, plan ahead the night before for the day ahead, color code assignments and personalize their kids learning spaces. Its available for order right now on Amazon.

SAN ANTONIO Need some space to do a fun activity with your partner? Maybe you just want to get a little more organized while you craft. Watch the video above to see how to make a week-at-a-glance planning board at Board & Brush Creative Studio. Its also a great, roomy, safe place for a date night with your SO! Related:- 3 indoor DIY activities for kids- 5 easy ways to transform your yard into an oasis

SAN ANTONIO Mike checks out how to convert your home into a classroom with parenting lifestyle consultant Clark Nesselrodt. Even if you live in a small home, creating some centers and corners for learning can help your child grow once the school year starts. You can make a quick reading nook with a small indoor tent or just a couple of pillows. Watch the video above for pointers and check out Nesselrodts blog, Devotedly Daddy, for more parenting ideas. Related:- The right tools to get kids organized for school- Tips to create a better distance learning environment- Trendy ways to customize masks for kids- Trendy clothes for kids

Some people like to run or craft to find peace while others like to take a bubble bath. Let us know your method of unwinding on the @SALiveKSAT Facebook and Twitter pages, and dont forget to follow us on Instagram! Elsa Fernandez has a few tips for how to detox and relax. SA Live airs weekdays at 1 p.m. on KSAT 12. Stream the show anytime from the KSAT TV app on Roku, Fire Stick, a smart TV or smartphone.

SAN ANTONIO – Trendy Little Rebelz shows you some of the cool new styles that will get your kiddos excited for the new school year. They offer unique clothing for children of all ages and best of all, they are handmade right here in San Antonio. Check them out at trendylittlerebelz.com.

SAN ANTONIO Today at 1 p.m. on SA Live, wine making, Jen checks in on day two of teaching her kids at home, back-to-school tech, Inclusion Tuesday, gluten-free pasta and more. Happy birthday, Ted! Its also Mikes dads and Jens dads birthday today, so that got us thinking...whats the best birthday surprise youve ever given someone or received yourself? SA Live airs weekdays at 1 p.m. on KSAT 12. Stream the show anytime from the KSAT TV app on Roku, Fire Stick, a smart TV or smartphone.

Classes start on Aug. 24, but as of Aug. 23, Texas Department of State Health Services has reported 5,250 cases of COVID-19 in Hays County. Wearing a facial covering is mandatory both indoors and outdoors on Texas State campuses unless individuals are alone, the roadmap states. You may ask, Why is Texas State enforcing such strict health and safety measures? What if we didnt? I wonder how long #TXST thinks we will last before going virtual because of a rise in COVID-19 cases? More from KSAT:Texas State University releases health guidelines for attending football games at Bobcat StadiumTexas becomes 4th state to surpass 10,000 virus deathsWere being treated as guinea pigs: Faculty members fear in-person return to Texas universities

SAN ANTONIO Today at 1 p.m. on SA Live, schooling from home tips and setups, a brand new Elder Eats, The Look for kids, DIY pizza kits and masks and a whole lot more! Pretty Life Girls craft bloggers give us some pointers on how to tie-dye and put iron-on images onto your masks. The DIY doesnt stop there - you can make pizza yourself with a DIY kit from MAARs Pizza & More on Nacogdoches Road! Lifestyle expert Jen Muoz gives us the 411 on school setups for your at-home learning. Stream the show anytime from the KSAT TV app on Roku, Fire Stick, a smart TV or smartphone.

When students finally return to school, sweeping changes will be in place to help stop the spread of coronavirus. Classes and school buses will have fewer people while some office meetings will be conducted by video conference, experts say. Children with underlying health conditions are especially vulnerable, and it's crucial that people follow rules to keep everyone safe, Altmann said. When students get sick, they'll have to be quickly ushered out of schools. All of that trauma is going to come into our schools and into our classrooms, and we really need to prepare for this."

A White Lodging partnership that goes by the name Sauto Hotel II purchased the property in August. According to tax records, the City of San Antonio sold the property to an investor, HH San Antonio, in 2016. Construction is expected to start in late 2020, said Mike Banas, a spokesman for White Lodging, and take up to two years. A hotel tower (145 feet) and mixed-use office tower (180 feet) are planned for Hemisfair property in Civic Park, a block northeast of the site. Also during the HDRC meeting, one citizen spoke angrily against both the hotel project and the Alamo Plaza redevelopment plan simultaneously, claiming the La Villita site is an Indian burial ground.

CHICAGO (Reuters) - School classes were called off for a fourth day in Chicago after the city and striking teachers in the third-largest U.S. school system failed to settle a contract dispute over issues such as class size and staffing. Since the strike began, teachers have picketed at many of the districts 500 schools and have held downtown rallies and marches. Several Democratic presidential hopefuls have voiced their support for Chicago teachers, including Elizabeth Warren who is expected to rally with teachers at a West Side elementary school on Tuesday morning. FILE PHOTO - Teachers picket near New Field Elementary School on the second day day of a teachers' strike in Chicago, Illinois, U.S., October 18, 2019. The strike comes seven years after Chicago teachers walked out for seven days over teacher evaluations and hiring practices.

SAN ANTONIO - School is in session and that means changes are coming as summer ends and kids head back to the classroom. Read More: 12 new Texas laws going into effect Sept. 12. Don't forget school zones: Make sure to monitor the blinking school zone lights and slow down. Last-minute shoppers: Department stores, the mall and H-E-B can be overcrowded with parents doing some back-to-school shopping. We have are here to let you know all the latest news, weather and traffic before you head out the door.

Jim Gaffigan is baffled that anyone goes to school when they aren't being paid, let alone that people pay to go to school. He's so confused by the notion, he's come up with an alternative that would likely boost college enrollment all over the country. Gaffigan shares his thoughts on why he thinks people should get paid to go to school.

School incorporates coding into every class Many industry experts say too few students are learning computer code. Beaver Country Day School in Brookline, Mass., is hoping to change that by incorporating coding into every class. Paula Ebben reports.

Inside a school where dreams are becoming reality Booker T. Washington High School in downtown Dallas, Texas is sending five of its students to The Julliard School, one of the world's greatest institutions for the performing arts. Brandon Scott explains how a one class sent a record number of students to the school in a single year.