Nathan Perez, Lanier HS – Scholarship Recipient Nathan Perez, the one known for his smile, is a graduate from Lanier High School. During his high school career, Nathan was very involved, participating in art club, chess club, and robotics. He was also involved in the community as a member of Kym’s Kids, volunteering for local […]
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”] In late January, SAISD Foundation Executive Director, Judy Geelhoed, awarded Tynan E.C.E.C. Pre-Kindergarten teacher, Melisa Hill, with the Innovative Teacher of the Month Award for her ongoing work to incorporate STEM into her curriculum. Ms. Hill received a mini-grant from the Foundation during the 2016-2017 […]
The energy was high this past Wednesday as Valero Energy Corporation, San Antonio Independent School District and SAISD Foundation came together for a historic announcement at Valero’s headquarters in San Antonio. An $8.4 million dollar grant was unveiled to support SAISD through the SAISD Foundation for the Pipeline to College Success Program. The new program […]
Do you want to show your SAISD pride while giving back to our students and teachers? We have a special opportunity for you until August 31, 2017! Are you a current SAISD employee? HOW TO GIVE (3 options) Complete this Payroll Deduction form. Text EDUCATE to 91999. CLICK HERE to donate online. SAISD EMPLOYEE GIVING […]
In fall 2016, the SAISD Foundation called for entries for its inaugural Fiesta Medal Design Competition. The winning design will be used for its 2017 Fiesta Medal Fundraiser. All funds raised directly benefit grants for arts programs in San Antonio ISD. Students with the top three designs were awarded prizes and teachers of these students received a grant to […]
Meet Jerry Hernandez. He’s a 1965 Lanier High School graduate and one of a growing list of alum who are making a difference in the lives of SAISD students by reconnecting with and giving back to their alma maters. There are many ways the SAISD Foundation works with alumni and businesses that want to contribute […]
The SAISD Foundation is calling for entries for its inaugural Fiesta Medal Design Competition! The winning design will be used for its 2017 Fiesta Medal Fundraiser. ALL FUNDS RAISED DIRECTLY BENEFIT GRANTS FOR ARTS PROGRAMS IN SAISD. RULES & CRITERIA for print ENTRY FORM for print Rules & Criteria Design must incorporate the words “SAISD […]
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] In early August, elementary music teachers gathered for a week of training led by UTSA Assistant Professor of music education, Dr. Kristen Pellegrino. Their training was in preparation to expand elementary strings to multiple schools across the District. This expansion is being funded by the SAISD Foundation with a gift from […]
