Southwest ISD Opens New Aquatic Center
Southwest ISD Opens New Aquatic Center The Aquatic Centers Mission This school year, Southwest ISD introduced its new aquatic center. The goal of the facility is to focus on water safety, introduce swimming to elementary students, serve the community, train athletes, inspire students to get involved in their community, and provide the necessary skills to […]
SSAISD Alumni Receives Long-Awaited Diploma
South San Antonio ISD student received his long-awaited diploma as he graduates high school. Jeremiah Oary recieves long-awaited diploma at a district board meeting Former Southwest High School student Jeremiah Oary received a special recognition at a district board meeting. He was supposed to graduate in 2008. However due to some outside challenges including the […]
Randolph ISD’s Sweet Mascot Surprise
Randolph ISD’s Sweet Mascot Surprise The students of Randolph Elementary always enjoy a special visit from their mascot Rosie the Rohawk during their lunch time at school. A recent visit was an even bigger special surprise for 2 of their elementary students. Danielle Finch decided to play the role of Rosie while secretly surprising her […]
North East ISD Student Wins The Jimmy Awards in New York
North East ISD Student Wins The Jimmy Awards in New York Student at North East ISD magnet school performs in The Jimmy Awards in New York and wins best performance by an actor. For some being center stage is frightening but for others, like North East ISD student Nicholas Barron, it’s where they feel most […]
SAISD High School Heals with the Help of Therapy Animals
SAISD High School Heals with the Help of Therapy Animals and SAISD Police Department Recently, Jefferson High School faced a false alarm causing strain on the campus. Thankfully, TASA was prepared to visit the high school as well as SAISD’s Police Department. Students and faculty were comforted by the extra snuggles from TASA’s therapy dogs […]
La Vernia ISD Offers FFA Chapter to Agriculture Students
La Vernia ISD Offers FFA Chapter to Agriculture Students La Vernia ISD Junior High Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources class receives a visit from La Vernia FFA students officers to learn more about their FFA program! La Vernia ISD’s FFA Chapter La Vernia ISD offers students the opportunity to join their local FFA […]
Northside ISD Female Student Athletes Prove the Power in Perseverance
Northside Female Athletes Prove the Power in Perseverance Inspiring female athletes of Northside ISD recognized for their outstanding commitment and determination. Brennan High School’s soccer player, Lauren Liguez, and Folks Middle School’s football quarterback, Bella Alvarado, are just two of the many inspirational female athletes of Northside ISD. Their stories bring unique, strong, and impressive […]
Southside ISD Parade Highlights the District’s Pride
Southside ISD’s Cardinal Nation came together for the second ever Lighting of the S & Parade! Happy parents, family members, and students filled Southside Stadium, making the Lighting of the S one of Southside ISD’s signature events. From Menchaca Early Childhood Center’s pre-K3 to the Southside High School Class of 2023, dozens of students represented […]
Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD Students Create Dream Boards for the Future
SCUCISD Students Create Dream Boards for the Future Schertz- Cibolo- Universal City ISD’s Paschal Elementary held a Dream Board night for students to create and remember their future goals and passions. The event kicked off with a performance by the Show Choir and Orff Ensemble while students enjoyed ice cream treats from Randy G’s Ice […]
Are charter schools private schools?
Charter schools are free due to public, taxpayer dollars that are taken from traditional public schools when a child enrolls in the charter school. Unlike a traditional public school, charter schools are also funded by private companies, individuals, and interests. They are managed by a private entity vs a community elected board where the public has input. And their boards are appointed vs elected. This means that charter board members can have a financial interest in the success of the schools.
