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 only was CAST Tech able to compete at the tournament, they also took home first place in glorious fashion.   While catching up with the… 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 break from their STAAR test preparations and witness a global phenomenon that will not again be visible for several decades. Although the morning started very… Continue reading CAST Schools Celebrate 2024 Solar Eclipse across San Antonio

CAST Student Spotlight: Jacob Nesbitt

Meet Jacob. A Canadian-American, Jacob was raised in the heart of Mexico for the first fourteen years of his life. I met Jacob during our CAST Senior Hiring Fair, and I had the pleasure of speaking with Jacob earlier this week. This is how CAST has impacted his life; this is Jacob’s Story:   “Growing… Continue reading CAST Student Spotlight: Jacob Nesbitt

CAST Schools Hosts 4th Annual Youth Rally

On Friday, April 5, students from across the CAST Network met at the DoSeum for Cast Schools’ 4th annual Youth Rally! This event was entirely produced by the CAST Schools Student Advisory, a group of 30 students who have worked for months to design and create a day-long rally filled with workshops and experiences to… Continue reading CAST Schools Hosts 4th Annual Youth Rally

How Does Authentic Learning Play a Role in CAST Schools?

On March 26, we invited local educators to visit three classrooms at CAST Lead High School in East Central ISD to observe Blended Learning in action.   At CAST, our students should experience Blended Learning, along with project–based learning and career-connected learning, as part of our commitment to Authentic Learning, one of our 4 Pillars.… Continue reading How Does Authentic Learning Play a Role in CAST Schools?

CAST STEM Hosts Grand Opening Ceremony at Palo Alto College

Southwest ISD (SWISD) and CAST Schools recently joined forces to celebrate the grand opening of CAST STEM High School at Palo Alto College with a joyous ribbon cutting and community celebration. CAST STEM, catering to approximately 200 9th through 12th-grade students, places a strong emphasis on preparing the next generation for high-demand, high-wage jobs in… Continue reading CAST STEM Hosts Grand Opening Ceremony at Palo Alto College

Meet Mr. Neri, CAST Med’s Teacher of the Year

If you have ever visited CAST Med High School, chances are you may have run into Mr. Neri or heard him teaching his class. His interactive teaching style and belief in his students are two of the big reasons he was named CAST Med’s Teacher of the Year this year. Neri is a San Antonio… Continue reading Meet Mr. Neri, CAST Med’s Teacher of the Year

What Do Professional Relationships Look Like for CAST Students?

This week, we are focusing on the CAST Pillar of relationships, which honestly, is at the center of everything we do.   I want to tell two personal stories tied to two events we had this week, that hopefully show how we approach relationships with our partners, and with young people, in a way that… Continue reading What Do Professional Relationships Look Like for CAST Students?

Connecting Students with Supportive Adults

At CAST, it’s important that we provide our students with ample opportunities to make meaningful connections that lead past the classroom. Industry and other community leaders are equal stakeholders in our schools’ design and governance; they collaborate and work alongside students and co-create everything from project and school curriculum and schedule.   We define relationships… Continue reading Connecting Students with Supportive Adults

Industry-Based Certifications at CAST Schools

Here’s a list of industry-based certifications available across CAST Schools. From Adobe/Microsoft to even CPR certifications, CAST provides ample opportunities for students to be better prepared for their future careers outside of high school.  School Certification Name Advanced Learning Academy CPR Certification Advanced Learning Academy First Aid Certification Advanced Learning Academy Adobe Certified Associate Photoshop… Continue reading Industry-Based Certifications at CAST Schools