Email contradicts Alamo Heights superintendent’s claim about why author visit was canceled

Superintendent Dana Bashara told parents that author Chris Barton refused to comply with a Texas law banning LGBTQ+ issues in the classroom. Emails tell a different story.

by Michael Karlis January 22, 2026January 22, 2026

Superintendent Dana Bashara told parents that author Chris Barton refused to comply with a Texas law banning LGBTQ+ issues in the classroom. Emails tell a different story.

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Survey: Education among top issues for voters in San Antonio mayoral election

Both mayoral candidates say improving education is among their top priorities, but they offer differing ideas how to do it.

by Michael Karlis May 16, 2025June 9, 2025

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San Antonio ISD raises starting teacher salary to $60,000 despite budget deficit

SAISD Superintendent Jaime Aquino said the pay bump is necessary to mitigate cost of living increases.

by Michael Karlis April 16, 2025May 9, 2025

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Report: San Antonio-area schools could lose more than $100 million in funding under voucher bill

Northside ISD alone stands to lose $41 million in funding, followed by North East ISD and San Antonio ISD.

by Michael Karlis February 19, 2025May 6, 2025

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At San Antonio speech, Texas governor claims teachers forcing kids to change their genders

Gov. Greg Abbott’s assertion came during a stop on a tour he’s making to push his school voucher plan.

by Michael Karlis February 18, 2025May 9, 2025

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San Antonio’s Northside ISD votes to join class action lawsuit against social media companies

The suit argues that social media content is responsible for bullying and other dangers facing kids.

by Michael Karlis February 17, 2025April 22, 2025

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San Antonio’s Our Lady of the Lake slashes staff and programs to deal with budget issues

The school blamed the cuts on low enrollment and higher operating costs.

by Michael Karlis February 14, 2025May 17, 2025

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State shuts down San Antonio charter school mired in controversy

The school’s test scores are well below average and student turnover is high, according to reports.

by Michael Karlis February 12, 2025July 15, 2025

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San Antonio ISD will reopen all campuses on Thursday

SAISD’s HVAC and heating systems are ready, officials said.

by Michael Karlis January 22, 2025January 27, 2025

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Billionaire Jeff Bezos’ tuition-free San Antonio preschool welcomes first batch of students

The application period for the next academic year at the Amazon founder’s new preschools opens in February.

by Michael Karlis November 21, 2024December 11, 2024

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UT Health San Antonio ranks among world’s top universities for clinical medicine

U.S. News and World Report placed the school in the top 5% globally.

by Michael Karlis November 15, 2024January 27, 2025

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Study names TMI Episcopal San Antonio area’s best high school

A mix of public, private and charter schools rounded out Niche’s Top 10 High Schools in San Antonio list.

by Michael Karlis October 3, 2024July 23, 2025

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San Antonio Spurs hosting third-annual Back to School Bash at Frost Bank Center

Those register will receive free school supplies, vaccines and vision checks.

by Michael Karlis August 1, 2024July 29, 2025

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Teacher at San Antonio’s North East ISD accused of using racist language during class

The district confirmed the Bradley Middle School teacher was fired following an investigation.

by Michael Karlis May 21, 2024April 28, 2025

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Billionaire Jeff Bezos opens tuition-free pre-school in San Antonio area

Those with children 3 to 5 years old can enter a lottery for a chance to enroll their child through July 14.

by Michael Karlis May 13, 2024June 24, 2025

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San Antonio’s Alamo Colleges extending bachelor’s degree programs to all 5 campuses

The district also has branded its four-year programs under the ‘Alamo U’ name.

by Michael Karlis May 10, 2024May 1, 2025

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San Antonio’s St. Philip’s College reinstates prof who claimed religious discrimination

Johnson Varkey will return to the classroom this fall, his self-described Christian conservative law firm said Tuesday.

by Michael Karlis February 20, 2024February 11, 2025

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San Antonio ISD closes 27 schools due to burst pipes, heating issues

SAISD’s decision came after parents shared the concerns online about holding class during the arctic blast.

by Michael Karlis January 17, 2024February 20, 2025

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Study: San Antonio-area teachers among nation’s highest paid

Educators in the San Antonio-New Braunfels metro take home $64,931 on average after taxes and adjusted for the cost of living.

by Michael Karlis December 21, 2023April 22, 2025

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San Antonio ISD voting Monday night whether to close 15 schools

SAISD said Friday that four schools previously slated for closure will remain open.

by Michael Karlis November 13, 2023May 29, 2025

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Email contradicts Alamo Heights superintendent’s claim about why author visit was canceled

Survey: Education among top issues for voters in San Antonio mayoral election

San Antonio ISD raises starting teacher salary to $60,000 despite budget deficit

Report: San Antonio-area schools could lose more than $100 million in funding under voucher bill

At San Antonio speech, Texas governor claims teachers forcing kids to change their genders

San Antonio’s Our Lady of the Lake slashes staff and programs to deal with budget issues

State shuts down San Antonio charter school mired in controversy

San Antonio ISD will reopen all campuses on Thursday

Billionaire Jeff Bezos’ tuition-free San Antonio preschool welcomes first batch of students

UT Health San Antonio ranks among world’s top universities for clinical medicine

Study names TMI Episcopal San Antonio area’s best high school

San Antonio Spurs hosting third-annual Back to School Bash at Frost Bank Center

Teacher at San Antonio’s North East ISD accused of using racist language during class

Billionaire Jeff Bezos opens tuition-free pre-school in San Antonio area

San Antonio’s Alamo Colleges extending bachelor’s degree programs to all 5 campuses

San Antonio’s St. Philip’s College reinstates prof who claimed religious discrimination

San Antonio ISD closes 27 schools due to burst pipes, heating issues

Study: San Antonio-area teachers among nation’s highest paid

San Antonio ISD voting Monday night whether to close 15 schools