SAN ANTONIO \u2014 The San Antonio Independent School District is looking for organizations and school leaders interested in creating new and innovative in-district charter schools for the 2027-28 school year.<\/p>\n
SAISD issued its annual Call for Proposals on Monday. The district says the goal is to improve student outcomes, increase innovation, and give families the opportunity for high-quality school options.<\/p>\n
The SAISD district is accepting proposals for two types of schools: turnaround models for low-performing elementary or middle schools, and innovative models that rethink traditional education. <\/p>\n
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) educational organizations, higher education institutions, and SAISD school leaders can apply.<\/p>\n
Turnaround proposals must show how a school could significantly improve academic achievement within two years.<\/p>\n
The district says applicants should show evidence that their proposed model can improve student outcomes, respond to community needs and be sustained and expanded over time.<\/p>\n
One campus has already been identified for an innovative partnership: Cooper Academy at Navarro, located at 623 South Pecos Street.<\/p>\n
Applicants will have access to district data, campus improvement plans, and technical assistance. Approved proposals could also receive planning grants or startup funding.<\/p>\n
Schools selected through the process would operate under a performance contract, giving them greater autonomy in exchange for accountability for results.<\/p>\n
Letters of intent are due Aug. 21. SAISD will hold a virtual information session at noon Aug. 25, and full applications are due Sept. 11.<\/p>\n
Applicants will be reviewed and potentially interviewed in October. Proposals that move forward are scheduled to go before the school board for approval in December.<\/p>\n
SAISD says the updated Call for Proposals and application are available through its Office of Innovation.<\/p>\n