KSAT News: Students from CAST schools bring mental health, self-identity and adolescent challenges to forefront

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Students from CAST Schools address mental health in stage performance of Lorenzo Gomez III’s book, Tafolla Toro: Three Years of Fear

SAN ANTONIO (August 27, 2021) – Students from CAST Schools will take the stage Friday at the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center for the premiere performance of a selection from their stage adaptation of the book Tafolla Toro: Three Years of Fear, written by San Antonio native and Geekdom chairman, Lorenzo Gomez III.  Gomez’s book details his traumatic middle school… Continue reading Students from CAST Schools address mental health in stage performance of Lorenzo Gomez III’s book, Tafolla Toro: Three Years of Fear

Tafolla Toro Curriculum

Tafolla Toro Three Years of Fear by Lorenzon Gomez III Curriculum Guide for Schools Welcome, Teachers To the Curriculum Guide for the CAST Network production of Tafolla Toro. We appreciate you joining us to enjoy and explore the work of our middle and high school CAST Network theatre students, and we hope you find the… Continue reading Tafolla Toro Curriculum

Rebuilding our ALA Community

Rebuilding our Advanced Learning Academy Community Nominate an awesome individual or group that you feel is helping rebuild our ALA community. Ex. A student or group of students creating a social justice club or a teacher going above and beyond to get students excited about being back in person.

CAST Schools Discover U Freshman Studio Showcase

Witness Art. Develop Community. Celebrate Creativity. Friday, July 23, 2021 Rosenberg Skyroom at the University of the Incarnate Word 847 E Hildebrand Ave, San Antonio, TX 78212 Parents and families are invited to join us as Discover U participants showcase their creativity and stories. Doors Open at 12 PM The show starts at 1 PM… Continue reading CAST Schools Discover U Freshman Studio Showcase

Taking a Stand

Community Initiative Since our founding, CAST has been committed to reinventing schooling for our young learners, inside and outside the classroom. Our efforts are guided by our four pillars: Equity, Relationships, Student Voice & Agency, and Authentic Experiences. We believe our students will be the leaders of tomorrow because they are positioned to drive change… Continue reading Taking a Stand

Summer Learning Resources

Our team of experts have curated a list of resources for students and parents to use to create their own at home schooling experience. From outdoor fun, yoga and gardening, to STEM activities and access to books, there are multiple opportunities to continue learning this summer. If you have any suggestions or recommendations, feel free… Continue reading Summer Learning Resources

CASA @ CAST

Youth Sharing Their Stories Our Home for Youth Voices, Expressions and Thoughts During the Spread of COVID-19. Learn More

CAST Schools Virtual Museum

“I” – A Collaborative Discovery of Self-Identity through Art, Theatre and Technology View Exhibit The CAST Schools Network Virtual Museum is debuted its first exhibit, I, a collaborative discovery of self-identity through art, theatre and technology. The virtual exhibit was curated by Adriana Perez, a CAST STEM student. One commitment of all CAST Schools is… Continue reading CAST Schools Virtual Museum

CAST Schools PBL

The Project’s Essential Question How have contagions influenced my life and how can I help better my community because of what I’ve learned about a contagion’s impact? A contagion can be a disease transmitted by direct or indirect contact. However, it can also be a contagious influence. A contagion is anything that can be spread… Continue reading CAST Schools PBL