What's Cool in School

SAN ANTONIO --Space, water and the Earth are just some of the topics students are learning about Highland Park Elementary is in the San Antonio Independent School District. The school is taking a different approach to helping students learn by creating lessons based on themes. It's What's Cool In School.

February 3, 2012:

SAN ANTONIO -- The Patriots or the Giants? Who will win the big game? That's the question on sports fans minds. But, it's also on the minds of the some local elementary schoolers. They've turned the Super Bowl into the "S-o-u-p-e-r Bowl."

Kristina De Leon spoke to the group at Wiederstein Elementary in the Schertz-Cibolo School District about their friendly competition.

January 16, 2012:

Imagine chucking the lesson plan to learn outside or by competing with other students. It's all part of a new way of teaching called SIOP, or Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol.

December 26, 2011:

We told you about several bright students, whose tuitions are paid off because they are Gates Millennium Scholars.  We had several in the San Antonio and surrounding area. News 4 WOAI's Kristina De Leon caught up with one and wanted to find out how her first semester of college is going.

December 12, 2011:

Most of us use things like iPads, iPhones, and computers everyday and really give the technology involved a second thought. But did you know that using something like an iPad can be life-changing for special needs kids?

November 14, 2011:

Not everyone goes to college. For some adults, they regret that decision, but find it's hard to go back. Plus, even if they can go back, they do not feel prepared for college courses or have just been out of school for so long, it's tough for them. But there's a program that provides grownups free preparation for college.




If you'd like to find out more about the program, call 210-370-5707.

November 7, 2011

Hacking can cause lots of damage to your computer. But at Southwest High School, teachers are showing students how to break into computers for a good cause.

November 1, 2011:

For some girls, becoming a High School cheerleader is a dream come true. The competition can be very tough and not everyone makes the squad. But one group of girls are including some very special students.

October 18, 2011:

Imagine having a five course meal in high school. Some teachers at Clemens High School are reaping the rewards of the Culinary school on campus.

Kristina DeLeon spoke to the students who are putting Buffalo Bistro together. Click below to watch the story.

September 19, 2011:

A local swimmer is winning big, and she's doing it with a disability. Abby McAlpin is hearing impaired, but that isn't stopping her from taking to the water. In fact, the high schooler hopes to compete to the upcoming Deaf Olympics.

It's what's Cool in School this week. Click below to watch Abby's story.

September 12, 2011:

It's often difficult for a child with special needs to learn in a regular classroom. But there's a new school designed to help kids reach their goals.

The school is an addition to the Morgan's Wonderland Park and is specifically designed for kids with special needs. Now their vision is growing with classes for these special students to learn and grow.

It's what's Cool in School. Click on the video below to watch.