Choose to Succeed Archives - San Antonio Report

An IDEA Public Schools jacket during the IDEA Public Schools luncheon. Photo by Scott Ball.

Why were IDEA Public School’s top leaders fired?

by Robert Rivard May 30, 2021June 2, 2021

Opinion: After a second wave of failed leadership, IDEA’s school board owes the public some answers.

IDEA Public Schools Founder Tom Torkelson speaks on the state of public education in San Antonio, Texas. Photo by Michael Cirlos.

Ex-IDEA CEO Tom Torkelson Takes New Role Promoting Charters in San Antonio Region

by Emily Donaldson July 2, 2020July 2, 2020

SAISD Superintendent Pedro Martinez.

Supporting Pedro Martinez and San Antonio’s Inner-City Public Schools

by Robert Rivard April 15, 2018December 4, 2019

Carpe Diem Innovative School Westwood announced they will be closing following the end of this school year.

Westside Charter to Close This Summer

by Emily Donaldson March 15, 2018January 31, 2020

Prospective students of SAISD's Advanced and Creative Learning Academy participate in an activity that outlines the learning process at the new school.

Second Annual Public Education Forum Aims to Inspire Action

by Bekah McNeel March 18, 2017January 31, 2020

A previous School Connection Fair hosted by Families Empowered. Courtesy photo.

Families Empowered Offers One-Stop Shop of School Choices

by Bekah McNeel October 27, 2014February 28, 2018