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

How CAST Aims to Grow Our Local Workforce

At CAST, one of our four pillars we use as the foundation of our education is authentic learning. This means that the education is student-led, tailored to specific goals and interests, and connected to real-world needs that deepen their understanding and skills and helps them to see how what they’re doing makes a real impact… Continue reading How CAST Aims to Grow Our Local Workforce

Building Bridges for Our Students through Apprenticeships

We tried something new at CAST Tech recently. That’s not new – we see ourselves as a place for experimentation within the public schools, and when something works, we share with anyone who will listen.   For the past few years, we’ve been working with the City’s Ready to Work team, particularly Mike Ramsay and… Continue reading Building Bridges for Our Students through Apprenticeships

CAST Imagine Redefines the Middle School Experience

San Antonio ISD and CAST Schools launch CAST Imagine Middle School   March 6, 2024 – San Antonio ISD, in partnership with CAST Schools, announced the launch of CAST Imagine Middle School at a community celebration at CAST Med High School March 6. Opening its doors in August 2024, CAST Imagine will be co-located at… Continue reading CAST Imagine Redefines the Middle School Experience

CAST Tech’s CAST Ink Recognized at Speak Up Speak Out State Civics Fair

A little over a month ago, you may remember our story about CAST Ink, CAST Tech‘s new, student-led newspaper. The organization was created for this year’s PBL, as they looked to leave their legacy through their stories. Newspaper organizations had been pitched to CAST Tech administrators before, but several roadblocks usually prevented things from moving… Continue reading CAST Tech’s CAST Ink Recognized at Speak Up Speak Out State Civics Fair

ALA Wonder Workshop PBL: A Loose Parts Showcase

On Tuesday, K-3 students of the Advanced Learning Academy were able to showcase their Wonder Workshop PBL, with this semester focusing on “A Loose Parts Showcase”. Loose parts play utilizes everyday materials and objects you already have in your classroom like beads, pipe cleaners, and wooden blocks. The ALA draws inspiration from Antoinette Portis’ book… Continue reading ALA Wonder Workshop PBL: A Loose Parts Showcase

Thank You to This Year’s Hiring Fair Employers!

Every year, CAST Schools hosts a Senior Hiring Fair in order to provide internship/career opportunities to seniors across the CAST network. The hiring fair allows CAST seniors to network with industry potential and make connections that will lead beyond the classroom. Ahead of this year’s Senior Hiring Fair, CAST Schools would like to thank the… Continue reading Thank You to This Year’s Hiring Fair Employers!