San Antonio school districts, teachers unions respond to TEA guidance on student walkouts

Melina Espiritu-Azocar, president of the Northside AFT, stressed the student walkouts are solely student-led, not organized by educators. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio school districts and teachers unions are now sharing their perspective in response to new guidance released by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) on student walkouts. The guidance aligns with Gov. Greg Abbott’s … Read more

Texas Education Agency warns North East ISD over phone policy non-compliance

The Texas Education Agency warns North East ISD for noncompliance with state law on student phone use, risking potential state oversight if issues aren’t resolved. SAN ANTONIO — The Texas Education Agency has issued a formal warning to the North East Independent School District, saying the San Antonio district failed to comply with state law … Read more

Texas Education Agency warns North East ISD over cellphone policy non-compliance

The San Antonio district risks being appointed a conservator to oversee operations if the TEA isn’t satisfied with its reasoning. SAN ANTONIO — The Texas Education Agency has issued a formal warning to North East ISD, saying San Antonio’s second-biggest school district failed to comply with a new state law prohibiting cellphone use by students … Read more

Texas man wanted by Guadalupe County authorities for assault with deadly weapon, family violence

Guadalupe County authorities seek public help to locate a man wanted on aggravated assault and family violence charges. GUADALUPE COUNTY, Texas — The Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a wanted fugitive. Albert Joe Cardenas is allegedly wanted on the following charges: Aggravated assault with a deadly weapon Family … Read more

UIW Feik School of Pharmacy ranks No. 1 in Texas on NAPLEX pass rates, Class of 2025 ranked No. 7 nationally

The UIW’s Feik School of Pharmacy achieved the highest pharmacy licensure exam pass rate in Texas, while the Class of 2025 ranked seventh in the nation! SAN ANTONIO — The University of the Incarnate Word announced that its Feik School of Pharmacy Class of 2025 ranked No. 1 in Texas on the most recent North … Read more

Art auction highlights seniors’ creativity and supports community care services in San Antonio

DLP Home Care’s art auction allows seniors to showcase their creativity, supporting older adults’ independence by funding essential in-home service in San Antonio. SAN ANTONIO — DLP Home Care is set to host a special art auction to showcase the creativity, resilience and lived experiences of senior citizens. The event will bring together local artists, … Read more