Purpose:

The purpose of the Alliance Advisory Council (ACAC) is to advise the District and better inform decision-making in programmatic matters that advance student achievement related to academic achievement, curriculum, instructional practices, professional development, and culturally sustaining practices.

Members:

The Alliance Curriculum Advisory Council consists of leaders from the SAISD Academics department and the San Antonio Alliance. 

Academics Members The council will include leadership from the Curriculum, Instruction, & Assessment, Disability Services, College, Career, & Military Readiness, and Dual Language, ESL, & Migrant departments.

Alliance Members The council will include representatives of leadership that represent and serve in an instructional capacity.

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The purpose of the Black Educator Advisory Council (BEAC) is to advise the district on ways to cultivate and sustain relevant and impactful experiences for African American and Black staff, students, and community members by:

• eliminating the achievement gap as measured by state and national assessments (i.e. ACT, SAT); 
• monitoring and making recommendations to improve educational conditions;
• creating safe spaces that promote empowerment and belonging;
• developing the capacity of all educators to provide a thriving, culturally sustaining learning environment; and
• serving as a conduit to make meaningful connections with the community.

Members:

The Black Educator Advisory Council is organized into three main levels:

• The Executive Board - A governing body designed to steer the combined work of the General Body and the Extended Council. This board has 20 members which include 5 elected officers. Board members represent campus- and district-based staff across multiple divisions.
• The General Body – SAISD staff who are Black, African American, or of African Descent and have expressed interest in serving as members of the council. This group is designed to tackle the primary initiatives set forth in the BEAC Strategic Framework.
• The Quarterly Extended Council – Any SAISD staff and community member who serves students of color and want to receive updates on the work of the General Body. This group will include ambassadors from all levels of the organization and current and potential District partners and community organizations and have similar goals and services. The purpose of this group is to help disseminate the work of the General Body to all departments, campuses, and classrooms.

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Konise Millender

514 W. Quincy St.

San Antonio, Texas 78212

210-554-2528
beac@saisd.net

Purpose:

The purpose of the Budget Committee is to provide an advisory opportunity for input on district-level financial planning, including the District’s revenue sources, general fund budgets, the long-term financial sustainability plan, and alignment of the budget to District goals. This committee will come together at least every two months, but additional meetings may be called at the discretion of the Chairperson depending on topics being addressed. The members of the Budget committee will receive informational updates and will provide advisory input and recommendations to the District regarding specific topics. 

Members:

This committee will include broad representation from stakeholders including at least one principal, teacher, student, parent, community member and a business representative with relevant expertise. Budget committee members will be selected through a centralized application process posted on the District website. The composition of the committee will be evaluated annually to ensure representation from all stakeholders. The Budget Committee should be composed of approximately 75% campus-based staff, community, and San Antonio Alliance members and 25% district-based staff. 

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Velinda Salas 514 W. Quincy St. San Antonio, Texas 78212 210-554-8684

Purpose:

The SAISD Board of Trustees approved the creation of the Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) to ensure the effective and efficient use of bond proceeds. Its purpose is to inform and advise the Board in matters relating to Bond 2020. Committee members also provide feedback to District staff, reviews progress reports and report recommendations to the Board.  

Members:

As of September 13, 2021, School Board Trustees approved the appointment of 21 members. Up to 24 members can be appointed, with each board member having a maximum of three individuals appointed to serve on the committee.

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In compliance with the law, the District Advisory Council (DAC) advises the Board or its designee in reviewing the District’s improvement plan, educational goals, performance objectives and District-wide staff development and classroom instructional programs. The council shall assist in planning, operation, supervision, and evaluation of the district educational program, assist with the annual development, evaluation, and revision of the district improvement plan, approve District-wide staff development, and analyze information related to dropout prevention. See BQA

Members:

• At least 2 Parents
• At least 2 Community Members
• At least 2 Business Representatives
• Teachers
• Campus-Based Paraprofessional
• District-level Professional

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Academics

514 W. Quincy St.

San Antonio, Texas 78212

210-554-2622

Purpose:

The purpose of the District Parent Advisory Council (DPAC) is to serve in an advisory capacity to the Office of Family and Community Engagement (FACE) and SAISD on matters related to family engagement, curriculum, mental health, safety, and more. The DPAC aims to better inform decision-making with the goal of improving student academic success and ensuring that every child is prepared to be a contributing member of the community. The DPAC provides feedback on district-wide initiatives, offers parent resource information and support, and communicates inquiries and suggestions related to the child’s educational journey.

Members:

Campus-based & Community Members: members from each of the 7 single-member districts, including parents, grandparents, or community members.
District-based Staff: District staff employees cannot participate as council members, as the meeting time interferes with district duty time.

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Michelle Reyes

514 W. Quincy St.

San Antonio, Texas 78212

Purpose:

The Dual Language Parent Advisory Council (DLPAC) is focused on promoting parent leadership to become involved at the campus and district level. The purpose of our forum is to engage parents in all aspects of the Dual Language Program.

Members:

The Dual Language Parent Advisory Council consists of district and campus-based staff, community, and parents from across SAISD, including students, families, community members, teachers, administrators and institutions of higher education.

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For questions about the Dual Language Principals’ Council please contact the Dual Language, ESL, & Migrant department at (210)554-2590
514 W. Quincy St. San Antonio, Texas 78212 210-554-2590

Purpose:

The purpose of the Dual Language Principal’ Advisory Council (DLPAC) is to advise the District and the SAISD Dual Language department on various issues and better inform decision-making with the goal of offering the highest quality dual language program for participating students, teachers, families and campus administrators. The DLPAC  examines District practices and procedures in the two way dual language immersion program to provide guidance, advice, and feedback ensuring they are in alignment with the values and beliefs of SAISD and best practices at the district, state and national level. 

Members:

The  Dual Language Principals’ Advisory Council consists of campus-based dual language administrators and central office staff. The DLPAC should be composed of approximately 70% campus-based administrators and 30% district-based professionals. 

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For questions about the Dual Language Principals’ Council please contact the Dual Language, ESL, & Migrant department at (210)554-2590
514 W. Quincy St. San Antonio, Texas 78212 210-554-2590

Purpose:

The purpose of the Equity Advisory Council is to advise the district on various issues and better inform decision-making with the goal of educationally equitable outcomes. The EAC examines district practices and procedures to provide guidance, advice, and feedback ensuring they are in alignment with the values and beliefs of SAISD. In addition, the EAC monitors and provides feedback on data including academic achievement, exclusionary discipline, attendance, special education by demographic group, and Gifted and Talented (GT) by demographic in support of District Board Goals. 

Members:

• Principals
• Teachers
• Paraprofessional Staff
• Students
• Parents / Community Members
• District Staff
• University Partners

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Deb Houston

514 W. Quincy St.

San Antonio, Texas 78212

210-554-2622

Purpose:

The purpose of the Fathers in Action Council is to encourage the active participation of fathers in their children's education and school activities. This council provides resources and support specifically tailored to fathers, promotes positive fatherhood practices and engagement, and advocates for the unique needs and perspectives of fathers within the SAISD community.

Members:

Fathers in Action consists of fathers of SAISD students, representatives from various schools within the district, and community members with an interest in promoting positive fatherhood.

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Family & Community Engagement

514 W. Quincy St.

San Antonio, Texas 78212

(210) 554-2205
familyengagement@saisd.net

Purpose:

The purpose of the Gifted Advisory Board(GAB) is to advise the District on how to best support the Always Learning Plan in regards to our Gifted and Talented Education Program. We want to continue equitable practices of identification and servicing throughout San Antonio ISD. The GAB examines District practices and procedures to provide guidance, advice, and feedback ensuring they are in alignment with the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted and Talented Students.  In addition, the GAB monitors, reflects, and provides feedback on data including academic achievement and G/T identification by demographic group.

Members:

The Gifted Advisory Board consists of campus-based staff, community, and core members with representatives from across SAISD, including students, families, community members, teachers, paraprofessionals, administrators and institutions of higher education. The GAB will ensure representation from all stakeholders by annually evaluating the composition of the Gifted Advisory Board. The GAB should be composed of approximately 50% campus-based staff and community members and 50% district-based professionals. 

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Mirinda Coleman

514 W. Quincy St.

San Antonio, Texas 78212

210-554-2524 giftedandtalented@saisd.net

Purpose:

The purpose of the Grand Familia is to foster a supportive community for grandparents raising or assisting in the upbringing of their grandchildren. This council offers resources and support tailored to the needs of grandparents, facilitates communication between grandparents and the school district, and advocates for policies and programs supporting intergenerational families within SAISD.

Members:

The Grand Familia consists of grandparents of SAISD students, representatives from various schools within the district, and community members with a vested interest in intergenerational family dynamics.

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The purpose of the Literacy Advisory Council (LAC) is to advise the District on literacy and biliteracy/dual language programmatic matters that advance student achievement related to:

• development, communication, and execution of a vision and plan to ensure effective literacy and biliteracy programs at every campus.
• building partnerships that further academic achievement by inviting different perspectives and engaging families and community members as partners in teaching and learning;
• changes and updates to frameworks, assessments, curricula, and instructional resources; and
• development of a comprehensive approach to effective classroom instruction through staff professional learning.

Members:

The Literacy Advisory Council consists of campus- and district-based staff, professional partners, and community members with representatives from across SAISD, including community members, teachers, paraprofessionals, administrators and institutions of higher education. The council will annually evaluate the composition to ensure representation from all relevant stakeholders. The LAC should be composed of approximately 75% campus-based staff and community members and 25% district-based professionals.

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The purpose of the Mathematics Advisory Council (MAC) is to advise the District on mathematics programmatic matters that advance student achievement related to: 

• development, communication, and execution of a vision and plan to ensure effective mathematics programs at every campus aligned to the District goals;
• investigation and dismantling of institutional barriers and systems of inequity that prevent high mathematics achievement of Black students;
• building district partnerships that further academic achievement by inviting different perspectives and engaging families and community members as partners in teaching and learning;
• changes and updates to frameworks, assessments, curricula, and instructional resources; and
• development of a comprehensive approach to effective classroom instruction through staff professional learning.

Members:

The Mathematics Advisory Council consists of campus- and district-based staff, professional partners, and community members with representatives from across SAISD, including community members, teachers, paraprofessionals, administrators, and institutions of higher education. The council will annually evaluate the composition to ensure representation from all relevant stakeholders. The MAC should be composed of approximately 75% campus-based staff and community members and 25% district-based professionals. 

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Curriculum, Instruction, & Assessment

514 W. Quincy St.

San Antonio, Texas 78212

Purpose:

The purpose of the Operations Services Advisory Council (OSAC) is to advise the District on various issues related to the 4 functional areas of SAISD Operations. Through feedback from stakeholders, OSAC will help the District with its department goals of efficiently and effectively delivering goods and services to support the academic needs of SAISD. The OSAC will advise the District on the following:

• Child Nutrition Services
• Construction & Development Services
• Facilities Services
• Transportation Services

Members:

The OAC consists of member representatives from across SAISD including families, community members, teachers, administrators, and district-level staff. 

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Deb Houston

514 W. Quincy St.

San Antonio, Texas 78212

210-554-2622

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Safety Advisory Council

Purpose:

The purpose of the School Safety and Security Committee (S3C) is to advise District leadership, parents and stakeholders on various issues and projects related to improving overall safety and security within District campuses. The committee also gathers feedback from committee members to help guide future decision making pertaining to safety and security enhancements.

Members:

As per State of Texas mandate, the committee, to the greatest extent practical, must include:

• One or more representatives of an office of emergency management of a county or city in which the district is located.

• One or more representatives of the local police department or sheriff’s office.

• One or more representatives of the district’s police department, if applicable.

• The president of the district’s board of trustees.

• A member of the district’s board of trustees, other than the president.

• The district’s superintendent.

• One or more designees of the district’s superintendent, one of whom must be a classroom teacher in the district. If the district partners with an open-enrollment charter school to provide instruction to students, a member of the open-enrollment charter school’s governing body or a designee of the governing body.

• Two parents or guardians of students enrolled in the district.

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For questions about the committee, please contact The San Antonio ISD Police Department - Director of Emergency Management at:
514 W. Quincy St. San Antonio, Texas 78212 210-354-9050

Purpose:

The purpose of the School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) is to engage families and advise the District on policies, procedures, strategies, and curricula that contribute to a healthy and positive impact on student learning. The SHAC is state-mandated and board-approved to ensure that local community values are reflected in the district's health education instruction.

Members:

The School Health Advisory Council consists of The board of trustees appointing at least five members to the local school health advisory council.  A majority of the members must be persons who are parents of students enrolled in the district and who are not employed by the district.  One of those members shall serve as chair or co-chair of the council. The council consists of one or more persons from each of the following groups or a representative from a group other than a group specified here:

• Classroom teachers;
• School counselors and school administrators;
• Students;
• Licensed health care professionals, including medical or mental health professionals;
• Business community members;
• Law enforcement members;
• Senior citizens;
• Clergy;
• Nonprofit health organization members; and
• Local domestic violence program members.

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For questions about the School Health Advisory Council, please contact the Health & Physical Education Department at:
514 W. Quincy St. San Antonio, Texas 78212 210-554-2540

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Purpose:

The purpose of the Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) is to advise the Office of Disability Services and SAISD on matters related to effective and appropriate services for students with disabilities in an effort to build community and improve student academic success.  Solution-driven support includes:

• Feedback on department initiatives - example (CGCS Report)
• Family resources toolkit
• Professional development options - example (Neurodiversity)
• Parent/Guardian outreach and engagement
• Culture and climate resources
  

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Disability Services

514 W. Quincy St.

San Antonio, Texas 78212

210-354-9565

Purpose:

The Student Achievement Committee monitors  student achievement data and solicits feedback on major initiatives as they relate to Board Goals and Superintendent Interim Measures. This committee will also provide feedback on any major curriculum, instruction, assessment, or professional development initiatives, including the creation and adoption of the instructional calendar, district improvement plan, and summer school program plan.

Members:

This committee will include broad representation from stakeholders including at least one principal, teacher, student, parent, community member and a business representative with relevant expertise. Committee members will be selected through a centralized application process posted on the District website. 

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Academics

514 W. Quincy St.

San Antonio, Texas 78212

210-554-2622

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The purpose of the Teacher Advisory Council (TAC) is to advise the District on key initiatives including professional development, the instructional calendar, new academic programs, grading and reporting, policy and procedural changes, and special topics. 

Members:

The Teacher Advisory Council consists of two teachers from each campus within SAISD and are selected by the campus principal.

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514 W. Quincy St.

San Antonio, Texas 78212

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