San Antonio is facing a growing problem with student absenteeism.

An Associated Press analysis finds that the number of Black students enrolling at many elite colleges has dropped in the two years since the Supreme Court banned affirmative action in admissions.

In today’s technological world of artificial intelligence, students must embrace the benefits of the new learning tool, but also be aware of its ethics.

A federal judge has granted a preliminary injunction blocking the Trump administration’s efforts to keep Harvard University from hosting international students.

A federal judge has blocked a Trump administration decision to revoke Harvard University’s ability to enroll international students.

San Antonio ISD students showed off their mariachi skills at a showcase Saturday on the University of Texas at San Antonio campus.

Twenty-seven college-bound students just got a little more cash in their pockets thanks to the City of San Antonio Martin Luther King Jr. Commission.

Students told the Tribune they have deleted social media accounts, socialize less and steer clear of charged topics to avoid becoming targets of immigration authorities.

The San Antonio Independent School District welcomed students who could be the next Special Olympic athletes of tomorrow.

Wesley Bauerschlag is known on the Holmgreen Center campus as “Mr. B.” he’s also known for his hard work and dedication to the students there.

Poteet Independent School District sent its students home early Friday after receiving a bomb threat email, according to the district’s police chief.

Macarthur High School students say deaf culture isn’t something to be ignored in San Antonio. As the city continues to expand, they’re offering free sign language classes to help people learn a new way to communicate.

The red carpet was rolled out for multimedia students from 19 San Antonio area high schools on Monday night.

High School students from 12 countries will be visiting San Antonio and performing in a concert with students from the Youth Orchestras of San Antonio or YOSA.

The Move-in Market will give UTSA students the opportunity to get free items for their dorm room or apartment.

Frank Madla Elementary School and Spring Meadows Elementary School students are hoping to win a nationwide contest.

A group of local college students tested their cybersecurity skills and competed against students from across the nation.

Students with disabilities can find success in college, live independently and get jobs with the right kind of help. Here are college programs that provide support.

The year’s recipients are Ryan Lopez from Canyon High School, Erin Stage from Canyon Lake High School and Matthew Stanford from Davenport High School.

San Antonio ISD students have been painting and sketching and are getting ready to showcase their work at a community event on Friday.

This podcast is a must-listen for anyone who cares about the well-being of our students and teachers. Join us as we explore the challenges and opportunities for improving mental health in our schools.

North East Independent School District students visited a unique outdoor museum at Bradley Middle School on Texas Independence Day and experienced Texas history through hands-on learning.

Local elementary school students are taking on different challenges that encourage being kind.

Trinity University is entering a new chapter with Dr. Vanessa Beasley, the institution’s 20th and newest president, who plans to transform the campus.

Medina Valley High School students are giving back on Friday by working on different community service projects.

La Vernia High School students are getting ready to showcase their projects at the agricultural mechanics show at the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo.

Ballet San Antonio is providing a video version of their 2021 performance of The Nutcracker, free to all schools in Texas.

Four Comal Independent School District robotics teams have qualified for the Texas UIL State Championships- Best Division 2022.

Immerse yourself in a cosmic musical experience by attending UTSA’s newest musical, Interstellar.

This month, the state of Texas will distribute National Child Identification Program kits to elementary and middle school-aged students as part of a safety initiative that legislators mandated in 2021.

Smithson Valley High School fashion design students will showcase their designs in the Marisol Deluna Community Fashion Show later this month.

Workforce Solutions Alamo hosted more than 700 Alamo-area students at its annual High School to Careers Pathways event.

Northside Independent School District Deputy Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction Dr. Janis Jordan joined leading SA to talk about the return to the classroom and post-pandemic learning.

Uvalde’s very own Pizza Hut is donating over 1,400 pizzas during the month of September for elementary students.

La Vernia ISD is starting off the school year with the launch of its new guardian program.

When Tafolla Middle School students return to school Tuesday, they will see a newly refurbished campus.

An area school district is implementing a program this new school year to help support students academically, socially and emotionally.

More than a dozen laws were passed in 2019 focused on school safety after the Santa Fe school shooting. KSAT Explains what is in those laws and what other measures state officials have taken since the laws were enacted.

The government was able to supply breakfast and lunch to students during the pandemic, but that program no longer exists and that means many parents are going to have to go back to making sure their child leaves the house with lunch money.

San Antonio area school districts are gearing up for the start of the classes, but they’re also gearing up to support families after school with programs for students.

SAY Sí, a tuition-free after-school arts program, is accepting new student applications until mid-August.

Students in Uvalde coping with the tragedy at Robb Elementary School are getting support from miles away, including two children helping put together grief kits for the community.

A group of Madison High School students are spending this summer raising livestock animals for the next school year.

Two W.B. Ray High School seniors were killed and two were injured in a rollover accident on Tuesday morning after attending graduation rehearsal.

Students at Boone Elementary are going home this summer with free books thanks to their fundraising efforts for the Pennies for Literacy campaign.

Fifteen Somerset ISD students are taking part in a new program that’s helping to train future first responders.

An ode to Texas kids is coming in the form of a 7-foot-tall book titled “I Am Texas” — and students are encouraged to take part.

Dozens of students from Somerset ISD are participating in the 68th Annual Atascosa County Livestock Show that kicked off this week.

A local third grade teacher who had school supplies stolen from her front porch is sending a big thank you to the community for stepping in with generous donations.

In this week’s KSAT Kids edition of “Kids Wanna Know,” sixth-grade students interviewed another news anchor, this time Ken Wayne from California.

A San Antonio author and former teacher, said concerns over whether students should read certain books in school libraries are in response to writers like herself.

The North East Independent School District is clarifying its decision to review hundreds of books currently in their libraries that may be seen as inappropriate to certain school age children.

Students across the country and across San Antonio who are ramping up their college application process can get help this week from Cafe College.

Northside Independent School District officials say three students from Brennan High School were involved in a five-vehicle crash in west Bexar County.

A new survey finds that international students are returning to U.S. colleges in stronger numbers, but the rebound has yet to make up for last year’s historic declines.

Comal Independent School District is hoping voters will approve a multi-million-dollar bond that would include building new schools and upgrading several infrastructure projects. As the second fastest growing school district in the nation, with a population of over 27,000 students, school officials say this bond package will target their concerns with growth and capacity.

The Alamo Colleges District will be forgiving student loan debt for eligible students in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

A local child psychologist is raising awareness about the red flags both students and parents can watch regarding inappropriate relationships between children and adults; specifically, between students and teachers.

KSAT is continuing the Classroom Confessionals series where we ask parents, educators and students to weigh in and share their thoughts on the return to in-person learning for the 2021-2022 academic year.

KSAT is continuing the Classroom Confessionals series where we ask parents, educators and students to weigh in and share their thoughts on the return to in-person learning for the 2021-2022 academic year.

The Boerne Independent School District has welcomed students back to the classroom with strict safety protocols and guidelines in place as the debate on mask wearing continues.

KSAT is continuing the Classroom Confessionals series where we ask parents, educators and students to weigh in and share their thoughts on the return to in-person learning for the 2021-2022 academic year.

With so many concerns about the pandemic and what the safest ways are to move forward with education for the upcoming school year, KSAT wants to hear what you think.

With so many concerns about the pandemic and what the safest ways are to move forward with education for the upcoming school year, KSAT wants to hear what you think.

Students and faculty are getting ready for the 2021-2022 school year after a hectic academic year that saw various forms of in-person and virtual learning due to concerns about the coronavirus pandemic.

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SAN ANTONIO – Cosmetology students enrolled at Edgewood ISD’s Fine Arts Academy are making up for lost time. The COVID-19 pandemic forced the students out of the classroom for several months. Holly Yates, a cosmetology instructor at the school, said many of her students had a difficult time learning virtually. Although sanitizing and proper hygiene has always been a rule in cosmetology, Yates felt it was important students felt safe when they returned to class. A small group of students have returned for in-person learning, but with new safety protocols in place.

SAN ANTONIO – The Urban Education Institute at the University of Texas at San Antonio conducted a survey to learn how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted students, parents, and teachers in our area. Those are just some of the findings from a survey that UTSA’s Urban Education Institute found across eight school districts. The researchers surveyed about 250 high school students, 900 parents with children of all ages and 550 teachers from different grade levels. Villarreal said the Urban Education Institute is partnering with local school districts to use the data to improve policies and lessons amid the COVID-19 pandemic. “I’m very concerned about how this pandemic will impact our students first but also our teachers,” Villarreal said.

As the coronavirus pandemic rages on, many kids are learning from home and not all of them have the supplies they need for success. Enter Bob Braun, a San Antonio resident who wanted to give back, along with local nonprofit Communities In Schools. Mr. Braun wanted to help families of students who don’t have a space to concentrate on their studies. Montgomery Elementary School students received desks from Bob Braun and Communities In Schools on Dec. 9, 2020. Though a new set of challenges are brought on by the pandemic, 50 area students now have a place of their own to work at home.

SAN ANTONIO – Edgewood Independent School District will kick off mass COVID-19 testing at the John F. Kennedy High School as a part of the Community Labs testing program. The program has helped get testing to students and staff at other schools and is now partnering with Texas A&M University-San Antonio to help even more districts in Bexar County. The goal of the testing is to identify staff and students on campus who may have the virus but are not showing symptoms. Calderon-Lugo said the district has a plan in place should a staff member or student test positive. The district hopes to expand the testing to the entire district eventually.

School officials said productivity was low with virtual learning. “We’re going to be as safe as we can here at school,” said Poth ISD Superintendent Paula Renken. Poth ISD school officials only one student, a kindergartner, has tested positive for COVID-19. After Poth ISD officials sent parents a letter Thursday announcing the decision, dozens took to Facebook with concerns. As parents hurry to rearrange their plans, school officials say they’re working to keep the school environments safe.

SAN ANTONIO – KSAT12′s Sarah Acosta joins David Sears to talk about how a program for special education students is adjusting during the pandemic. The Edgewood Independent School District’s Burleson School for Innovation and Education helps special needs students ages 18-21 make their transition easier and reach life goals. With the help of several grants and a partnership with Texas A&M San Antonio, the school provides many on site job opportunities for students that help prepare them for the real world. To view the video, click above.

SAN ANTONIO – The in-person vs. virtual learning debate is still raging on with parents, students and teachers sharing their differing opinions regarding the best option for how to continue student’s education amid the coronavirus pandemic. AnonymousVirtual is a failure and students need to be in class. If they don’t need to be in class, we don’t need the schools and the teachers. Virtual learning is a great option. BeverlyThey are going to kill the kids, teachers and family at home!!!

The risk level was updated Monday evening, along with the key progress and warning indicators that give local officials guidance based on trends and hospital capacity. 109 new COVID-19 cases; positivity rate dips below 10%In this zone, cohorts of six or fewer students are recommended, but building nor classroom capacity should not exceed 25%. The risk level is calculated based on the COVID-19 positivity rate, doubling rate and a two-week decline in cases, city spokeswoman Laura Mayes said. This week, the weekly positivity rate improved again to 9.9% but we are aiming for 5% or less, she said. Mayor Ron Nirenberg on Monday reported 45,364 total COVID-19 cases and 725 total deaths in Bexar County, an increase of 109 new cases and four deaths.

We as a nation should wait for a vaccine because what good is school going to do my girls if they’re dead? AnonymousMy son started school today, he was excited and so was I. I’m not worried about any of this. If teachers are not going to teach them, I need a school voucher to pay for the school my son is going to now. Sending kids back to school is not a matter of if they will get COVID-19 it’s a matter of when. In Georgia they were first to open schools, kids already confirmed outbreak in schools.

AnonymousMy husband and I are odds over our eldest, a middle school teacher who is pregnant, returning. AnonymousSo ALL of the district’s teachers children from age 3 years old up 8th grade are being housed only at elementary campuses for “child care” as teachers work. How is this any different than starting in-person learning right away?!?! AnonymousEver since I have been working for the school district, the district made it a point that every student has to be up to date with their shots. JesseI’m a parent of two NISD students and I have decided NOT to send them back for in-person learning.

Many parents, students and teachers are sharing their thoughts about the best option for how to continue student’s education amid the coronavirus pandemic. I’m scared to send them to school but they benefit more being in a classroom setting. However, the parents (of which I am included) all seem to think the schools need to open now. Kids NEED an education. If the science says kids, parents, teachers, grandparents are going to die or suffer permanent damage then the WANTS need to be re-evaluated.

SAN ANTONIO – As the 2020-2021 school year gets closer, the anxiety level appears to be growing for many parents, students and teachers. If NEISD can offer child care with virtual education for their teachers’ children, why can’t all districts, or let teachers teach from home? However, cases are still high, take into consideration teachers, kids, cafeteria and maintenance / janitorial crews who actually are cleaning up after everyone. AnonymousAs an educator, the best place for all students, teachers, administrators, librarians, cafeteria personnel, paraprofessionals, custodians, bus drivers and others would be avoiding crowds inside at this time! AnnieVirtual-learning-only forces many parents to pick between staying home to teach or staying employed.

High school administrators visit homes of students who haven’t completed registrationPublished: August 13, 2020, 2:52 pmAdministrators from Warren High School implemented a festive outreach approach to offer their students help. Two mini buses decorated in school colors made their way through the neighborhoods of Warren Warrior students to door-knock.

Boerne ISD students return to school for in-person learningPublished: August 12, 2020, 7:50 amWednesday is the first day back at school for students in the Boerne Independent School District.

AnonymousI’m an elementary teacher with asthma, and I don’t have faith in our school system keeping students and teachers safe. While teaching remotely is NO easy feat; I think that is presently the best option. AnonymousAs a high school teacher AND parent, I believe we must return to school IN-PERSON. AnonymousI’m a middle school teacher and I am very concerned for our kids, their parents / family, school staff, and myself. AnonymousWill districts pay for the daily costs of hospital stays, medicine prescriptions and other expenses when teachers, staff, and students become infected?

My daughter desperately wants to return to campus, as do most kids. AnonymousHonestly, since jr school, my kids have done all their school work at home anyway in the form of homework! I have been in close contact with the Pediatrician who cannot recommend the children return at this time. ConnieMy mom is a middle school teacher and I have a son in elementary. AnonymousAs a high school teacher who also shares your concerns, if forced back to school, I will resign.

SAN ANTONIO Many children will soon be returning to school virtually, but that doesnt mean they can skip their vaccinations since the state is still mandating vaccines for all students. We dont want to have a pandemic and then have some epidemics alongside it, said Metro Health Immunization Clinic Supervisor Martha Groomer. The Texas Department of State Health Services has decided school vaccination rules are in effect for the 2020-2021 school year, regardless of whether the education is received virtually or in person. Patients have to make an appointment, and everyone 2 and older will be required to wear a mask. In person or virtually, students still need vaccines to go back to schoolFor those without insurance or a primary care doctor, there are clinics throughout the city providing free vaccinations:There are also specific vaccine programs that can help kids and teens:

I want my kids back in the classroom ASAP. I have 3 kids that range from 15-7yrs old and I am not going to allow their health to be compromised. AnonymousThe number of new cases will soar off the scale after kids go back to school and many kids are now being raised by grandparents. If they stop doing that, I will be keeping my children safe at home. Classroom Confessionals: ‘How will the schools keep teachers safe?’KSAT Explains Episode 7: Back to school during COVID-19 pandemicClassroom Confessionals: How San Antonio-area parents, educators feel about sending kids to classroomsCoronavirus and kids: San Antonio epidemiologist breaks down risks, school safety

AnonymousHow will the schools keep teachers safe? State funding of schools, typically based on classroom attendance, will also include students taking virtual classes in the attendance figures, according to the Texas Tribune. A court decision could determine that private schools are exempt from the Metro Health directive requiring virtual learning for students. The University Interscholastic League announced on July 21 that schools, based on size, will have delayed athletics practice and competitions. Schools in the Class 1A - 4A bracket will restart practices on August 3, while Class 5A and 6A schools will have to wait until Sept. 7 to begin.

One thousand teenagers between the ages of 13 and 17 were surveyed earlier this month to see how they felt about attending school classes in-person for the incoming school year. The survey said 66% of students are concerned about attending school in-person this fall. The survey also revealed 26% of students said they prefer in-person learning five days a week, while 36% would like a blended schedule and 30% prefer online classes only. More than half of all respondents rated the quality of their online classes in the spring as fair or poor and 49% of students said the quality of their education will suffer due to the pandemic. RELATED: UTSA survey: Students less engaged during distance learning

SAN ANTONIO With North East Independent School District teachers returning to the classrooms for virtual teaching, the school district is making sure its staff is covered not only from a health standpoint but also from a child care standpoint. We feel it is imperative for teachers to return to the classrooms. In addition to that, the custodial staff have been doing a great job making sure things are sanitized daily and thoroughly cleaned, Chancellor said. Chancellor said a part of limiting the barriers for teachers so they can teach efficiently is providing child care to those with children in grades kindergarten through fifth. Chancellor said though teachers are required to come back to the classrooms, the district will make the necessary exceptions.

I honestly dont feel safe sending my children to school with this horrible pandemic. One occurrence could wipe out any/all accrued leave. anonymous"I am a special education teacher in the elementary school setting. We need parents to be parents now more than ever and step up to protect our children. anonymousWe are grandparents raising grandkids. These kids will NOT return to a classroom setting this year! anonymousNo, not safe. Background: San Antonio-area schools arent allowed to reopen for face-to-face instruction until after September due to safety concerns regarding the coronavirus pandemic.

The announcement primarily affects new students hoping to enroll at universities that will provide classes entirely online as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. The new order was released Friday as a clarification to earlier guidance from March 9 that suspended existing limits around online education for international students. They said many colleges had already prepared housing for international students, even at universities offering online instruction only. It's likely to deliver a financial hit to colleges that rely on revenue from international students, who typically pay higher tuition rates. The nation attracted roughly 1.1 million international students in the 2018-19 school year.

Edgewood ISD elementary students are receiving their iPads this week that they will use for remote learning purposes. The distribution will happen at Loma Park Elementary, where more than 500 iPads will be given out to students. Students from Headstart to fifth grade will receive the devices, which will be used for them to watch teacher lessons, turn in assignments and connect with classmates. Edgewood ISD will begin its new school year on August 17, with the first four weeks of school remote under the health directive from the San Antonio Metropolitan Health District. RELATED: No face-to-face classes, extra-curricular activities until after Sept. 7, San Antonio health department says

SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio-area schools aren’t allowed to reopen for face-to-face instruction until after September due to safety concerns regarding the coronavirus pandemic. Find the latest education news in our back to school section. On July 21, the University Interscholastic League announced that schools, based on size, will have delayed athletics practice and competitions. We may publish your thoughts on our website or feature them on our newscasts. RELATED: Coronavirus and kids: San Antonio epidemiologist breaks down risks, school safety

SAN ANTONIO With the reopening of school up in the air, many people are concerned about what the COVID-19 risks are for children. It says 31% of kids tested in the state were positive for COVID-19, compared to 11% of adults. Kids get sick with chickenpox but its not usually deadly but if an adult gets it its much more severe. Science has answers and gapsAs of Monday, there have been 3,907 cases among children under 19 years old in Bexar County. Rohr-Allegrini said schools closing when the pandemic began might have helped slow the spread among school-aged kids.

On Friday, the University Interscholastic League addressed concerns regarding student participation in athletics and extracurricular activities and announced that students who choose to learn remotely at home will still be able to compete with their classmates. To qualify, students must meet the UILs original eligibility standards and be enrolled in the school they will represent. The most important factor for schools is to develop grading policies in order to determine whether students are passing all of their courses. For more specific information on this matter, click here. Lastly, for this specific school year, students shall eligible for the first six weeks of the school year if they have accumulated at least two and a half credits since the start of the 2019-2020 school year.For the full release, click here.

WASHINGTON, D.C. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced Monday that international students, or nonimmigrant students within the United States, are prohibited from taking a full course of study through online classes. ICEs decision argues that visa requirements for students have always been strict and taking online-only courses has been prohibited. Additionally, even if international students elect to take in-person classes, there is no guarantee universities will be able to continue to offer them throughout the semester or year in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Due to COVID-19, ICEs Student and Exchange Visitor Program instituted a temporary exemption regarding online courses for the spring and summer semesters. The policy permitted nonimmigrant students to take more online courses than normally permitted by federal regulation to maintain their nonimmigrant status during the COVID-19 emergency.

The lawsuit, filed in Boston's federal court, seeks to prevent federal immigration authorities from enforcing the rule. The guidance says international students won't be exempt even if an outbreak forces their schools online during the fall term. The guidance was released the same day Harvard announced it would be keeping its classes online this fall. Many schools have also come to depend on tuition revenue from international students, who typically pay higher tuition rates. It creates an urgent dilemma for thousands of international students who became stranded in the U.S. last spring after the coronavirus forced their schools to move online.