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Alamo Heights ISD
7101 Broadway Street San Antonio, TX 78209 Phone: (210) 824-2483 www.ahisd.net
The Alamo Heights Independent School District (AHISD) understands that nothing causes more stress and turmoil for a family than moving to a new base/post, city, and school. Because of this understanding, they want to make sure you know about the option of living and or going to school in Alamo Heights.
If you choose to live within the AHISD school district you will be able to enroll your child in one of the premier school districts in the United States; if you choose not to rent or purchase in Alamo Heights, you may want to consider applying for tuition. AHISD does allow a limited number of tuition students each year. Their unique location allows for easy access to and from Fort Sam Houston, Randolph AFB, and other neighborhoods throughout San Antonio.
The staff and facilities combine the sophistication of the 21st Century with the intimacy of a small town. The teachers and administrators are focused, highly motivated, and recognized for academic and extra-curricular excellence.
Alamo Heights Independent School District covers 9.4 square miles and serves students from the communities of Alamo Heights, Terrell Hills, Olmos Park, and a portion of north San Antonio.
Mission
The Alamo Heights Independent School District, the heart of our community whose passion is excellence, will educate and empower every student to excel academically and as a confident, compassionate citizen with impeccable character and a global perspective through engaging, personally challenging, and relevant experiences that inspire learning for life.
Edgewood ISD
5358 West Commerce Street San Antonio, TX 78237 Phone: (210) 444-4500 www.eisd.net
Edgewood ISD takes great pride in providing education to area youth. Staff members of the district are held to the highest standards and excel at teaching.
Mission
To prepare and educate students to maximize their potential in becoming productive members of society.
Alamo Heights ISD is committed to providing a rich, comprehensive experience for children in grades PK-12 that cultivates a love of learning, develops strong character, and prioritizes leadership development. Students in AHISD are engaged in learning that focuses on their interests, talents, and passions. Classroom experiences are relevant, rigorous, and inspiring.
Rich Curriculum • Student Engagement • Strategic Plan • Diverse Course Offerings College Readiness • Character Education • Student Voice • Extracurricular Opportunities
Fort Sam Houston ISD
1902 Winans Road San Antonio, TX 78234 Phone: (210) 368-8700 www.fshisd.net
Fort Sam Houston ISD educates the children of active military personnel. The district is coterminous with Fort Sam Houston, meaning it has the same boundaries as the installation. We are diligent in our efforts to maintain a strong partnership with the Installation for the sake of our military-connected children.
Mission
To develop the hearts and minds of all students, empowering them to become successful, active contributors in a changing global community.
Judson ISD
8012 Shin Oak Drive Live Oak, TX 78233 Phone: (210) 945-5100 www.judsonisd.net
The JISD encompasses 55.87 square miles and currently serves the incorporated cities of Converse, Kirby, and Selma as well as portions of Live Oak, Universal City, San Antonio, and Schertz. The Judson Independent School District is the fourth largest school district in Bexar County. The district is fully accredited by the Texas Education Agency.
Mission
All Judson ISD students will receive a quality education enabling them to become successful in a global society.
Lackland ISD
2460 Kenly Avenue Lackland AFB, TX 78236 Phone: (210) 357-5000 www.lacklandisd.net
Lackland ISD has some of the best teachers and support staff in the state who are willing to go above and beyond the call of duty to ensure that their students are successful. Lackland ISD has a proud tradition of academic excellence but this great tradition cannot continue without your help and support. The dedicated administrators, teachers, and staff look forward to serving our students and ensuring they have a successful school year.
Mission
To provide world-class instructional programs that promote lifetime success for the military child.
Northside ISD
5900 Evers Road San Antonio, TX 78238 Phone: (210) 397-8500 www.nisd.net
Northside often is called San Antonio’s “destination district” because the majority of people building new houses in the area chose to make NISD home.
Mission
The Northside Independent School District is committed to the belief that children come first. The mission of the district is to encourage each student to strive for personal excellence .
North East ISD
8961 Tesoro Drive San Antonio, TX 78217 Phone: (210) 407-0541 www.neisd.net
North East ISD serves the cities of San Antonio, Castle Hills, Hill Country Village, Hollywood Park, Windcrest, and portions of Balcones Heights and Terrell Hills.
Mission
We challenge and encourage each student to achieve and demonstrate academic excellence, technical skills, and responsible citizenship.
Randolph Field School District
P.O. Box 2217 Universal City, TX 78148 Phone: (210) 357-2300 www.rfisd.net
Randolph Field School District is committed to providing an environment where learning is fun. The experienced staff takes great pride in offering the best possible education to the student body.
Mission
The purpose of education at Randolph Field ISD is to prepare individuals to be continual learners who are successful, productive, responsible citizens. To achiev
San Antonio ISD
141 Lavaca Street San Antonio, TX 78210 Phone: (210) 554-2200 www.saisd.net
For more than 100 years, San Antonio Independent School District (SAISD) has been educating some of San Antonio’s most notable citizens, those whose contributions have made the world a better place. Today, SAISD serves more than 54,000 students and is the third largest public school system in the Bexar County area.
Mission
To transform SAISD into a national model urban school district where every child graduates and is educated so that he or she is prepared to be a contributing member of the community.
Somerset ISD
19644 Somerset Road Somerset, TX 78069 Phone: (866) 852-9858 sisdtx.sharpschool.com The school seeks to contribute to the mental, emotional, physical and social growth of the student.
Mission
To provide quality educational experiences for all students to reach their full potential.
Southside ISD
1460 Martinez Losaya Road San Antonio, TX 78221 Phone: (210) 882-1600 www.southsideisd.org
The school is committed to giving students top notch education by using experienced staff in conjunction with technology.
Mission
Southside Independent School District provides engaging, dynamic and relevant experiences that develop and empower all students to become exceptional and productive members of society.
River City Believers Academy
16765 Lookout Road Selma, TX 78154 Phone: 210.656.2999
Mission
River City Believers Academy exists to glorify Jesus Christ by partnering with parents to prepare students for real life.
Southwest ISD
11914 Dragon Lane San Antonio, TX 78252 Phone: (210) 622-4731 www.swisd.net
With more than 11,000 students enrolled and more than 1,500 employees, this district is on the fast track to be a leader in educational innovation. Located in Bexar County, this school district has a budget of over $111 million and they are dedicated to providing their student body with the highest quality level of education possible.
Mission
The mission of Southwest Independent School District is to deliver exemplary educational experiences that prepare and inspire all students for life-long success in a competitive global society. This will be accomplished through a systematic process supportive of a safe environment, state of the art facilities, effective programs and caring, quality personnel.
South San Antonio ISD
5622 Ray Ellison Drive San Antonio, TX 78242 Phone: (210) 977-7040 www.southsanisd.net
The South San Antonio Independent School District encompasses 21 square miles in the south and southwest portion of San Antonio. Portions of the school district adjoin Lackland Air Force base and Kelly USA. Total student enrollment in South San Antonio Independent School District is about 10,000 students. Ten elementary schools serve approximately 5,600 students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. More than 2,100 students are enrolled in four middle schools. The district’s high school has an enrollment of over 2,100. Students are also enrolled in the Career Education Center and Alternative Center.
Mission
Working together for a brighter future for every child.
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At the University of the Incarnate Word, it is our mission to help you on your journey to advancing your career with a college degree. The School of Professional Studies (SPS) offers flexible degree options for the working professional, with classes available online or in person. Earn your degree through accelerated eight-week courses with six terms offered each year. Explore our undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs in growing fields such as business administration and health sciences and choose a degree plan that best fits your educational goals.
Faculty members at UIW are scholarpractitioners with real-world experience to provide high-quality support to students. With a 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio, students experience small class sizes and have the opportunity to connect with their professors in and out of the classroom. UIW faculty value the benefits of helping students network with industry professionals to propel students into the workforce while making meaningful connections.
Benefits of pursuing a degree from the School of Professional Studies include tuition discounts, no academic fees, and free textbooks for undergraduate students and all active-duty military. Veterans and activeduty dependents also receive special tuition rates with SPS. Offered 100% online, students pursuing a degree from SPS can study anywhere and complete a degree while still benefiting from student support resources like free online tutoring.
UIW is a proud Hispanic-Serving Institution and Yellow Ribbon School with 24% of our population having military affiliation. UIW counts more than 40,000 alumni all over the world. We invite you to become part of the Cardinal community and start your journey at UIW. Offices such as the Military and Veteran Center are available to help students through their entire college experience, and UIW is committed to providing the best resources for our community. Many faculty members have military experience and understand the needs of active duty and veterans. At UIW and in San Antonio, Military City, USA, we know the meaning of honoring our service members through action as well as recognition. UIW consistently falls among the top-ranked colleges for military student support, and we hope to continue offering this high level of support.
UIW instills its core values of education, truth, faith, service and innovation in everyone who forms its community. At UIW, we invest in you as a student and as a person. It is our Mission to educate our students to become concerned and enlightened citizens within a global community. In addition, our personal approach to education and handson learning experience prepares students for success in their careers. Take the first step towards your future at UIW! Start your journey today.
