If you are taking care of young children at home during the summer, what is the most important thing you can do to keep their education on track? Mary Field, Head of Academics at the International School of San Antonio, recommends that you use this time to teach your...
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The Adult Transition Program at the Burleson School Prepares Young Adults with Disabilities for Employment and Independent Living
We are proud to share this guest post by Griselda (Grace) Aguirre-Garcia, Chief Operations Officer at the Institute for School and Community Partnerships at Texas A&M University—San Antonio, about the Burleson School for Innovation and Education, an adult...
Purpose and Rules for the San Antonio Charter Moms Discussion Group on Facebook
The San Antonio Charter Moms discussion group on Facebook started in 2013, about a year after the creation of the website, because of changes in the social media algorithm that made it less likely for followers of the public page to see the content that we posted...
Step-by-Step Instructions for STAAR Report Cards and Resources
When I was young, test scores came by mail, and you had a moment to hold the envelope and take a deep breath before you knew the results. These days, test scores arrive in an email that starts something like, "To the parents of . . . ." Recently, my summer daydreams...
Step-by-Step Instructions for STAAR Report Cards and Resources
When I was young, test scores came by mail, and you had a moment to hold the envelope and take a deep breath before you knew the results. These days, test scores arrive in an email that starts something like, "To the parents of . . . ." Recently, my summer daydreams...
Improve Your Children’s Learning With Insights From STAAR Test Scores
Sometimes, when I am pondering the debate over standardized testing in Texas, I think back about an experience I had as a college student. I majored in history, but I sought out courses from a particular professor in the Business Administration department because, not...
The San Antonio Zoo Helps Children Learn About Wildlife and Animal Conservation
The San Antonio Zoo is a place where children can learn to appreciate animals and understand the importance of conserving wildlife and native habitats. Through a variety of educational programs, the San Antonio Zoo helps children can learn about how to care for...
Mission, Vision, and Values of San Antonio Charter Moms
Mission San Antonio Charter Moms provides trusted information about education to parents, caregivers, and policy makers so that children can go to high quality schools that are the right fit for them. Vision Every family in San Antonio will have the opportunity for...
The DoSeum Is San Antonio’s Children’s Museum
The DoSeum is San Antonio’s children’s museum—a place where minds are always at play. Young visitors can enjoy interactive fun and hands-on learning, exploring the joy of learning through connections to STEM, the arts, and literacy. We have put together a guide to...
Katie Maupin Is an Academic Leader for Inquiry-Based Learning at Anne Frank Inspire Academy
We are proud to share this guest post by Katie Maupin, Academic Dean at Anne Frank Inspire Academy—NW Military, about her experience as a teacher and leader focused on inquiry-based learning. Education is a field that is constantly evolving, especially post-pandemic....
Parents’ Guide to Handling Conflict with Schools
Nearly every parent and caregiver has experienced conflict with their children’s schools. I’ve had to advocate for my own children, and I’ve learned about many issues while administering the San Antonio Charter Moms discussion group on Facebook for over a decade. Are...
Solving School Pick-up and Drop-off with San Antonio Family Transport
We are proud to share this guest post by Karen Gibson, founder of San Antonio Family Transport, offering solutions for families to transport their children to and from charter schools, summer camps, and more. San Antonio Family Transport was founded with sincere...