We celebrated another Bond 2020 milestone! Sam Houston High School hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony last Monday night. Guests were treated to performances by Sam Houston’s drumline and dance team in the newly constructed gymnasium funded by Bond 2020. Additional Bond 2020 projects included a brand new blackbox theater, dance studio, student entry area, and learning stairs.
Sam Houston first opened in its current location in 1960. The school’s vision is to lead with love, grace, accountability, and fun!
Bond 2020 is a Project aimed to provide modern learning environments for modern learners through major renovations, updated security and technology, and HVAC upgrades. For more info on Bond 2020, please visit http://www.saisd.net/o/bond.
Sam Houston first opened in its current location in 1960. The school’s vision is to lead with love, grace, accountability, and fun!
Bond 2020 is a Project aimed to provide modern learning environments for modern learners through major renovations, updated security and technology, and HVAC upgrades. For more info on Bond 2020, please visit http://www.saisd.net/o/bond.
The Bowden Bobcats took the lead during Student-Led Conferences by proudly sharing their academic progress, accomplishments, and goals with their families!
To prepare to show their families what they know, students maintain interactive notebooks that contain their daily work. Throughout the first nine weeks, they were reminded that the work and reflections in their notebooks would be shared with their families during the conference. During intervention time, teachers met with students to review their STAAR results, TELPAS scores, and individual goals for the school year.
On the day of the event, families received a handout with guiding questions they could use to engage their child in conversation about their learning, growth, and goals.
“The response from our community was very positive,” said principal Antonio Cruz. “Families appreciated hearing directly from their children and gained a deeper understanding of their progress because the information was presented in student-friendly language with examples of the work students complete in class. We believe the student-led format helped strengthen the home-school connection.”
To prepare to show their families what they know, students maintain interactive notebooks that contain their daily work. Throughout the first nine weeks, they were reminded that the work and reflections in their notebooks would be shared with their families during the conference. During intervention time, teachers met with students to review their STAAR results, TELPAS scores, and individual goals for the school year.
On the day of the event, families received a handout with guiding questions they could use to engage their child in conversation about their learning, growth, and goals.
“The response from our community was very positive,” said principal Antonio Cruz. “Families appreciated hearing directly from their children and gained a deeper understanding of their progress because the information was presented in student-friendly language with examples of the work students complete in class. We believe the student-led format helped strengthen the home-school connection.”
📣📣📣 IT’S OFFICIAL – San Antonio ISD Choice Schools are now accepting applications for 2027-2028 school year! Our Choice Schools and Programs offer students inside and outside the district a variety of specialized campuses and pathways, customized to best meet their interests.
Don’t wait to apply ➡️ https://www.saisd.net/enroll
#SAISDNow #SAISDChoice #SAISDEnroll
Don’t wait to apply ➡️ https://www.saisd.net/enroll
#SAISDNow #SAISDChoice #SAISDEnroll
San Antonio Independent School District, in partnership with the San Antonio Food Bank, is hosting a drive-through food distribution on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at the SAISD Sports Complex (1000 Edwards St., 78204).
All families are encouraged to pre-register online by visiting www.saisd.net/fooddistribution by Monday, November 16, 2026.
Distribution is on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last.
Contact your school's FACE Specialist or FACE Point of Contact, email us at familyengagement@saisd.net, or call us at (210) 554-2205 for more information.
All families are encouraged to pre-register online by visiting www.saisd.net/fooddistribution by Monday, November 16, 2026.
Distribution is on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last.
Contact your school's FACE Specialist or FACE Point of Contact, email us at familyengagement@saisd.net, or call us at (210) 554-2205 for more information.
Advanced Learning Academy hosted their annual Noche Musical de los Muertos last week.
The event celebrated music, culture, and community with performances from the school’s talented mariachi, theater, dance, and band students, plus additional performances from mariachi at Hot Wells Middle School, Irving Dual Language Academy, and Longfellow Middle School.
The event celebrated music, culture, and community with performances from the school’s talented mariachi, theater, dance, and band students, plus additional performances from mariachi at Hot Wells Middle School, Irving Dual Language Academy, and Longfellow Middle School.
📆 Reminder! Friday, Nov. 6 is an SAISD student holiday and staff professional development day for most schools. UTSA Schools and ACE Schools have regular school days. Check your child’s specific calendar at https://www.saisd.net/calendar
🗳️ Election Day, Nov. 3, is a regular school day in San Antonio ISD. If you haven’t voted yet, make your voice heard. To find a voting center, visit: https://www.bexar.org/elections
#SAISDNow
🗳️ El día de las elecciones, el 3 de noviembre, es un día escolar normal en San Antonio ISD. Si aún no ha votado, haga oír su voz. Para encontrar un centro de votación, visite: https://www.bexar.org/elections
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🗳️ El día de las elecciones, el 3 de noviembre, es un día escolar normal en San Antonio ISD. Si aún no ha votado, haga oír su voz. Para encontrar un centro de votación, visite: https://www.bexar.org/elections
📍🗳️ Don’t forget! Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3. To find a voting center near you and sample ballot, visit: https://www.bexar.org/elections
#SAISDNow
📍🗳️ ¡No se les olvide! El día de las elecciones es el martes 3 de noviembre. Para encontrar el centro de votación más cercano y una boleta de muestra, visite: https://www.bexar.org/elections
#SAISDNow
📍🗳️ ¡No se les olvide! El día de las elecciones es el martes 3 de noviembre. Para encontrar el centro de votación más cercano y una boleta de muestra, visite: https://www.bexar.org/elections
👻🎃🏫 It doesn’t have to be scary to find the best school for your child. You have a CHOICE at San Antonio ISD! The 2027-2028 SAISD Choice School application is creeping up on Monday, Nov. 9. From full-day Pre-K and Montessori learning environments to cutting-edge career prep and UIL athletics, we have a place for your child.
Start exploring our offerings at all of our campuses – don't let this opportunity haunt you forever! ➡️ https://www.saisd.net/enroll
#SAISDNow #SAISDChoice #SAISDEnroll
Start exploring our offerings at all of our campuses – don't let this opportunity haunt you forever! ➡️ https://www.saisd.net/enroll
#SAISDNow #SAISDChoice #SAISDEnroll
🗳️ Early voting for the Nov. 3 election closes today! For a list of early voting locations and to view a sample ballot, go to: https://www.bexar.org/elections
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🗳️ ¡Hoy termina la votación anticipada para las elecciones del 3 de noviembre! Para obtener una lista de las ubicaciones para la votación anticipada y ver una boleta de muestra, visite: https://www.bexar.org/elections
#SAISDNow
🗳️ ¡Hoy termina la votación anticipada para las elecciones del 3 de noviembre! Para obtener una lista de las ubicaciones para la votación anticipada y ver una boleta de muestra, visite: https://www.bexar.org/elections
Major Bond 2020 update: the Board of Trustees unanimously approved the construction bids for the MLK Academy and Davis Middle School Bond 2020 projects! The contractor teams will begin mobilizing on the campuses in the near future. Groundbreaking ceremonies will be announced at a later date.
Click through the slides to see the current renderings for both schools (subject to change).
MLK Academy will receive a state-of-the-arts building complete with modern learning spaces as well as an auditorium, fine arts spaces, library, dining hall, and outdoor play areas.
Davis Middle School will receive a brand new gymnasium with an outdoor learning space.
For more information on Bond 2020 projects, please visit SAISD.net/bond
Learn more about SAISD's Voter Approval Tax Rate Election (VATRE) and bond propositions that will appear on the Nov. 3 ballot ➡️ https://www.saisd.net/bond2026
#SAISDBond2026 #SAISDNow
#SAISDBond2026 #SAISDNow
🗳️ Your voice matters! Early voting for the Nov. 3 election is now through Oct. 30. For a list of early voting locations and to view a sample ballot, go to: https://www.bexar.org/elections
#SAISDNow
🗳️ ¡Su voz es importante! La votación anticipada para las elecciones del 3 de noviembre comienza hoy hasta el 30 de octubre. Para obtener una lista de las ubicaciones para la votación anticipada y ver una boleta de muestra, visite: https://www.bexar.org/elections
#SAISDNow
🗳️ ¡Su voz es importante! La votación anticipada para las elecciones del 3 de noviembre comienza hoy hasta el 30 de octubre. Para obtener una lista de las ubicaciones para la votación anticipada y ver una boleta de muestra, visite: https://www.bexar.org/elections
At last week's principal's meeting, we continued National Principals Month by recognizing our October Principals of the Month: Andrea Castañeda - Margil Elementary, Edie Leven - Cotton Academy, and Mandie Suarez - Brackenridge High School. Additionally, all principals received gift baskets from their schools lovingly curated with all their favorite treats. We loved watching the emotion as our leaders received these touching gifts from their campus communities. Thank you to all of our principals for all that you do to keep our schools, staff and students thriving each and every day.
You’re invited to a special event at Sam Houston High School as we celebrate the completion of exciting new campus upgrades made possible by the 2020 Bond Program.
🎀 Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
📅 Monday, November 9, 2026
🕣 5 p.m.
📍4635 E. Houston St., San Antonio TX 78220
This is more than a ribbon cutting — it’s a celebration of progress! The school has received brand new upgrades including a brand new blackbox theater, dance studio, student entry area, competition gym, and more to transform the student experience at Sam Houston High School. Go Hurricanes!
For more information on Bond 2020, please visit saisd.net/o/bond.
🎀 Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
📅 Monday, November 9, 2026
🕣 5 p.m.
📍4635 E. Houston St., San Antonio TX 78220
This is more than a ribbon cutting — it’s a celebration of progress! The school has received brand new upgrades including a brand new blackbox theater, dance studio, student entry area, competition gym, and more to transform the student experience at Sam Houston High School. Go Hurricanes!
For more information on Bond 2020, please visit saisd.net/o/bond.
Catch up with Bond Bytes, our video series to keep you informed on capital improvements across the district funded by Bond 2020. Our most recent edition gives you highlights about the 100+ bond projects completed under Bond 2020.
🔗 https://youtu.be/U64WWPRpcU0
🔗 https://youtu.be/U64WWPRpcU0
Learn more about SAISD's Voter Approval Tax Rate Election (VATRE) and bond propositions that will appear on the Nov. 3 ballot. See lists of schools identified for HVAC/building upgrades and safety and security enhancements. ➡️ https://www.saisd.net/bond2026
#SAISDBond2026 #SAISDNow
#SAISDBond2026 #SAISDNow
Parents & Guardians!
Want to stay connected with your child’s school? Join us for a Parent Info Session on Apptegy ROOMS – SAISD’s two-way communication tool between families and teachers.
There will be monthly Zoom sessions held at various times of day through March 2027. Plan to attend one or more to make sure you can log in and stay involved in your child’s learning. Don’t miss it!
For more information and a schedule of sessions, visit https://www.saisd.net/app
Want to stay connected with your child’s school? Join us for a Parent Info Session on Apptegy ROOMS – SAISD’s two-way communication tool between families and teachers.
There will be monthly Zoom sessions held at various times of day through March 2027. Plan to attend one or more to make sure you can log in and stay involved in your child’s learning. Don’t miss it!
For more information and a schedule of sessions, visit https://www.saisd.net/app
🗳️ Your voice matters! Early voting for the Nov. 3 election is now through Oct. 30. For a list of early voting locations and to view a sample ballot, go to: https://www.bexar.org/elections
#SAISDNow
🗳️ ¡Su voz es importante! La votación anticipada para las elecciones del 3 de noviembre comienza hoy hasta el 30 de octubre. Para obtener una lista de las ubicaciones para la votación anticipada y ver una boleta de muestra, visite: https://www.bexar.org/elections
#SAISDNow
🗳️ ¡Su voz es importante! La votación anticipada para las elecciones del 3 de noviembre comienza hoy hasta el 30 de octubre. Para obtener una lista de las ubicaciones para la votación anticipada y ver una boleta de muestra, visite: https://www.bexar.org/elections
Reminder: Oct. 23 is a student holiday for parent/teacher conferences at most campuses. Please contact your school to schedule a conference.
Note: UTSA Schools and Third Future Schools have regular school days, and ACE schools have a half day.
To view all school calendars, visit https://www.saisd.net/calendar