Southwest ISD to provide free school supplies for elementary and middle school students

BEXAR COUNTY, Texas – Elementary and middle school students in the Southwest Independent School District will receive free school supplies this upcoming school year. During a board meeting on Wednesday, trustees voted unanimously to provide school supplies at no cost to parents. They will receive customized, prepackaged kits designed from teacher supply lists. Recommended Videos … Read more

San Antonio Public Library offers fun activities this summer for young readers

SAN ANTONIO – Studies have shown that students may lose up to two months of reading proficiency if they are not actively practicing their reading over the summer. To that end, the San Antonio Public Library has a list of activities happening during the summer break for the entire family to enjoy. Recommended Videos “It’s … Read more

President, CEO of Opportunity Home sees contract ended by board of commissioners

SAN ANTONIO – Ed Hinojosa Jr., the now-former president and CEO of Opportunity Home, had his contract cut by the housing authority’s board of commissioners, The board’s decision came on Wednesday and cited “a need for fresh leadership to propel the organization into a new direction.” Recommended Videos “The board appreciates Mr. Hinojosa’s service to … Read more

SAISD takes steps towards repurposing closed school buildings

SAN ANTONIO – After 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. The closures came after SAISD’s Board of Trustees voted last fall to approve “rightsizing” recommendations. The Counselors … Read more