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School District Budget

Summary

Judson ISD is hitting the brakes on employee raises to plug a massive $35 million budget gap. They’re hoping these tough cuts will show voters they’re serious enough to earn a 'yes' vote on a tax hike later this year.

At a glance

Total mentions
17
Last 30 days
3

Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 3, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

The county is looking at a $472,000 request to maintain a reduced but functional version of the program.

✅Who benefits

Domestic violence survivors in Bexar County who need immediate, compassionate, and expert care.

⚠️Who could be affected

Survivors may face longer wait times or lack of specialized support if the program is significantly reduced.

Mentions & discussions (18)

San Antonio ReportSep 22, 2026

Education Voter Guide: What to know about Nov. 3 school board and tax rate elections

School tax and trustee elections will take up a lot of space on the Nov. 3 election ballot for many voters in Bexar County, alongside buzzy governor and senate races and hot midterm elections. All San Antonio ...

KSAT 12Sep 16, 2026

NEISD identifies 16 elementary schools that could be considered for closure

The North East Independent School District has identified 16 elementary schools that meet its criteria for possible closure as the district faces declining enrollment and rising operating costs.

San Antonio ReportSep 16, 2026

Alamo Colleges District increases tax rate to address budget shortfall for the first time in more than a decade

The Alamo Colleges District Board of Trustees approved a tax rate increase for the first time in more than a decade. Credit: Amber Esparza / San Antonio Report Months of presentations on how to add...

KSAT 12Sep 4, 2026

Northside ISD voters to decide on tax increase and approximately $886 million in bonds

Northside Independent School District voters will decide Nov. 3 whether to approve a tax increase and three bond propositions. The district is also facing a $33 million budget deficit.

MeetingSep 3, 2026discussed

Commissioners Court (Work) - Sep 3, 2026

The STAR program provides 24/7 support for domestic violence survivors. With city funding cut, the county is deciding how much to invest to keep this vital safety net alive.

San Antonio ReportAug 29, 2026

SAISD closed schools to avoid state intervention, but it might not matter

A growing number of prominent Texas school districts, including Houston, Fort Worth, and Beaumont are now under state-appointed leadership, with takeovers triggered by a state law that directs the Texas Educati...

KSAT 12Aug 20, 2026

How San Antonio families can pack healthy school lunches on a budget

Local NewsA nutrition education coordinator with the San Antonio Food Bank demonstrates a few healthy lunch ideasSAN ANTONIO – Stricter federal and state Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) changes...

San Antonio ReportAug 19, 2026

Alamo Colleges District eyes higher tax rate amid enrollment growth, budget pressures

Alamo District College officials proposed a higher than expected tax increase before its board of trustees on Tuesday evening, to avoid a $27 million budget gap for the upcoming fiscal year.  The trustees voted...

KSAT 12Aug 18, 2026

South San ISD board sends tax proposal to November ballot

South San ISD voters will decide in November whether the district can change how it uses its existing tax rate, a move district leaders say would put more money toward daily operating costs without increasing the overall rate.

KSAT 12Aug 17, 2026

North East ISD jumps from C to B in TEA accountability ratings

Local NewsNew school year kicks off MondayNorth East ISD logo. (KSAT)SAN ANTONIO – Just days after the Texas Education Agency (TEA) released its A-F accountability ratings, schools are focusing on helping stude...

KSAT 12Aug 14, 2026

Who’s teaching your child? More than 3,800 area teachers lacked state certification

KSAT InvestigatesTexas gives some Bexar County-area districts more time to get teachers certifiedMore than 3,800 uncertified teachers taught in Bexar County-area classrooms last school year, according to...

San Antonio ReportAug 14, 2026

With a brand-new building and renovated ‘Sunflower Cafe,’ SAISD’s largest elementary school reopens to Southside families

Before the sun fully rose on Schenck Elementary School at 7 a.m., families were already lining up to drop off their students for the first day of school. Even though several of those students have been...

San Antonio ReportAug 12, 2026

Alamo Colleges’ enrollment expected to hit a milestone this fall. A year earlier than expected.

About 103,000 students are projected to start the fall semester at Alamo Colleges District, a goal reached at least a year ahead of schedule as it faces revenue woes.  “Of course with additional enrollment...

San Antonio ReportAug 6, 2026

Texas HB 8 funding changes will cost Alamo Colleges millions in state funding

Alamo Colleges District, once a top earner under Texas’ House Bill 8 finance formula rooted in student outcomes, is now expecting to receive $3.9 million less for the upcoming 2027 fiscal year.   Community...

KSAT 12Aug 5, 2026

Northside Independent School District welcomes teachers at convocation

Local NewsDistrict rallies 13,000 staff for new school year kickoffSAN ANTONIO – More than 13,000 staff members are preparing for a new school year at the Northside Independent School District (NISD). KSAT...

San Antonio ReportJul 28, 2026

Most San Antonio school districts head into a new school year with budget deficits

All but three of San Antonio’s public school districts will likely be operating in the red again this school year. According to a review of financial reports and public discussions for a dozen school...

San Antonio ReportJul 21, 2026

SAISD officially hires Adrian Bustillos as superintendent in split vote

The San Antonio Independent School District board voted 5-2 on Monday to hire Adrian Bustillos as superintendent.  First named as the sole finalist for the job in June, Bustillos will replace Jaime Aquino,...

San Antonio ReportJun 10, 2026

Judson ISD employees won't be getting raises next school year

As school districts across San Antonio draft up budgets for the next school year, Judson ISD is freezing employee pay. On Monday, Judson’s board voted 5-1 to keep employee wages the same for the 2026-27...

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