CAST Schools Launches New Alumni Network 

Greater Texas Foundation Grant Enables Post-secondary Support Over 71% of seniors in the inaugural graduating class of CAST Tech High School have been accepted to 4-year colleges, bucking a citywide trend of fewer than 50%. A new alumni program offering post-secondary support, funded with $270,000 from the Greater Texas Foundation, will help these students successfully… Continue reading CAST Schools Launches New Alumni Network 

KSAT 12 Teacher Spotlight: Dayton King, math teacher at CAST Tech in SAISD

Mr. Dayton King, CAST Tech Teacher was recently featured on KSAT 12 News Teacher Spotlight, Powered by Firstmark Credit Union. This school year, Mr. King dedicated his Saturday morning to teach calculus to students at the Advanced Learning Academy and CAST Tech High High. Read More

Ericka Olivarez to lead Northside ISD’s Newest School of Choice: CAST Teach High School

Ericka Olivarez - CAST Teach Principal

Guided by a Mission to Serve Ericka Olivarez is guided by a mission to serve as part of a diverse community of learners and leaders striving to ensure that all students have equitable access to educational experiences that will help them succeed.  She has dedicated her career in education to growing and empowering others, serving… Continue reading Ericka Olivarez to lead Northside ISD’s Newest School of Choice: CAST Teach High School

How do you thank your amazing teachers? Ask your students.

The CAST Schools Student Advisory Rallies Students to Thank our Teachers The CAST Student Advisory provides a channel for our young adults to give voice over the whole system. This year, with representatives from each of our 5 schools, they led and created a Virtual Youth Rally that included local and national speakers plus student-led… Continue reading How do you thank your amazing teachers? Ask your students.

CAST Tech VIP Invitation – Tech Bloc District Reboot Rally

Congratulations to the CAST Tech Class of 2021 Join us on Thursday, May 20, as our VIP Guest for a Tech District Reboot Rally & Website Launch Party in downtown’s new Legacy Park. Enjoy free food, drinks, and treats from the acclaimed Pinkerton BBQ as well as a special recognition of the CAST Tech Class of… Continue reading CAST Tech VIP Invitation – Tech Bloc District Reboot Rally

CAST Lead is Building Future Leaders in East Central ISD

Watch CAST Lead LIVE with East Central ISD

Watch CAST Lead LIVE with East Central ISD Wednesday, April 28, 2021 5 PM Learn how CAST Lead educators and industry partners are helping students unlock their leadership potential. Click here to watch it on Facebook or YouTube

Fox News Focus on South Texas: San Antonio-based nonprofit looks to prepare students for college, careers and life

Jeanne Russell, Executive Director for the CAST Schools Network, and Emily Martinez, a CAST Tech Senior, joined Melissa Vega on Focus on South Texas to share how the non-profit is reinventing schools to help students while preparing them for college, careers and life. See full story on Fox San Antonio 29: Read More Story by… Continue reading Fox News Focus on South Texas: San Antonio-based nonprofit looks to prepare students for college, careers and life

Reflecting on Luna by Diego Villegas, Advanced Learning Academy and CAST Tech Production Company

Reflecting on Luna Diego Villegas, CAST Schools Marketing and Communications intern April 6th, 2021 My name is Diego Villegas, and I am the Publicity Director for the Advanced Learning Academy and CAST Tech Theatre Production Company. I have been an actor and singer throughout high school, and have performed in numerous musicals and plays within the Advanced… Continue reading Reflecting on Luna by Diego Villegas, Advanced Learning Academy and CAST Tech Production Company

CAST Med In-Person Tours and Virtual Information Sessions

CAST Med High School is still accepting incoming 9th- and 10th-grade students for the 2021-2022 school year! Students at CAST Med are built around caring, supportive relationships. Our small class sizes allow students to co-create a learning plan, solve problems with real-world implications, all while preparing for college and meaningful careers in medicine, public health,… Continue reading CAST Med In-Person Tours and Virtual Information Sessions