Highlighting Storytelling at CAST Schools

In the early days of CAST Schools, we wanted our students to be connected to local artists and storytellers, and so we began a collaboration with tech leader Lorenzo Gomez… Continue reading Highlighting Storytelling at CAST Schools

Wrapping Up an Eventful Year at CAST STEM

As schools across the CAST Network prepare for their end-of-year celebrations and incoming graduations, CAST STEM stands proud having completed another academic school year in two different locations. Earlier this… Continue reading Wrapping Up an Eventful Year at CAST STEM

Creating A Legacy through CAST Students

Last Wednesday, I, along with many industry partners, parents, and interested adults, gathered at CAST Tech High School to hear students present as part of a year-long “Legacy project.”  … Continue reading Creating A Legacy through CAST Students

Equipping Students for Both College and Career

Last Wednesday I was honored to join CAST STEM Principal Jacque Rodriguez, members of the Southwest ISD Board, Southwest ISD Superintendent Jeanette Ball, along with educators, parents, and importantly, top-ranking… Continue reading Equipping Students for Both College and Career

How CAST Lead Seniors Are Leading the Charge in Retail & Hospitality

This week at our nonprofit board meeting, we heard from 6 of our graduating seniors at CAST Lead High School. This school, with pathways in retail and hospitality management and… Continue reading How CAST Lead Seniors Are Leading the Charge in Retail & Hospitality

How CAST Med Battles Social Determinants of Health

When you think of the phrase “Social Determinants of Health”, you may not understand what that means. In fact, before the other week, even I did not know what that… Continue reading How CAST Med Battles Social Determinants of Health

The Importance of Apprenticeships for CAST Students

A core belief at CAST is that college and careers are not separate, but part of a purpose-filled journey where a student explores what he or she likes to learn… Continue reading The Importance of Apprenticeships for CAST Students

CAST Student Spotlight: Aliana Chavez

Meet Aliana. A student at the Advanced Learning Academy, Aliana is also a member of CAST’s Student Advisory, and just recently helped coordinate CAST’s 2024 Youth Rally. When she is… Continue reading CAST Student Spotlight: Aliana Chavez

CAST Tech E-Sports Team Wins 2024 R20 Tournament

You may remember my story with CAST Tech’s E-Sports team several months ago, where I highlighted their accomplishments as they prepared for their upcoming R20 tournament. This past Sunday, not… Continue reading CAST Tech E-Sports Team Wins 2024 R20 Tournament

CAST Schools Celebrate 2024 Solar Eclipse across San Antonio

Across the CAST Schools network, students far and wide gathered to witness the North American solar eclipse that took place on April 8, 2024. Students were able to take a… Continue reading CAST Schools Celebrate 2024 Solar Eclipse across San Antonio