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Education

Harlandale ISD to close four campuses

Harlandale ISD is reorganizing to ensure financial stability. | Photo via Pexels

On Monday night, the Harlandale Independent School District board of trustees voted 4-3 to close four elementary schools this fall — Columbia Heights, Morrill, Rayburn and Carroll Bell. The vote came after an hour of public comments from families and teachers, as well as an hour-long message from the trustees.

The trustees voted on this cost-saving measure as the district faces “declining enrollment and a $12 million budget deficit.”

The closure of the four elementary schools and reorganization of the district was the board’s Option B plan. Option A would have closed Vestal Elementary instead of Caroll Bell, and Option C did not call for the repurposing of any campuses. Option A received four votes of “no” and two votes of “yes,” while Option C did not get voted on because Option B passed.

Columbia Heights, Morrill, Rayburn and Carroll Bell are all operating at 50% capacity, and the merging of district resources is intended to “enhance opportunities” for students. When the schools close this fall, students will be consolidated into another school and the buildings will be repurposed for educational activities.

This vote is the second of its kind in the area to take place recently. Just last week, South San Antonio Independent School District voted to close Kazen Middle School, Athens Elementary, and Kindred Elementary.

Events

Wednesday, March 29

Meet the Maker Happy Hour with Charlie Garrison | Wednesday, Mar. 29 | 6-8 p.m. | The Green Lantern, 20626 Stone Oak Pkwy., San Antonio | Free | Get to know Charlie Garrison, a whiskey peddler who will be telling tall tales and sampling out expressions of Garrison Brothers Bourbon.

Thursday, March 30

Party at the Park | Thursday, Mar. 30 | 6-9 p.m. | Aggie Park, 6205 W. Ave., San Antonio | $200 | Join the Children’s Association for Maximum Potential for its annual gala and receive an all-access pass to amazing food and an open bar with your ticket.
The Amazing Acro-Cats Fiesta | Thursday, March 30-Sunday, April 2 | Times vary | Josephine Theatre, 339 W. Josephine St., San Antonio | $25-$55 | Watch this troupe of trained domestic house cats give a one-of-a-kind purrformance that includes cats riding skateboards, jumping through hoops, ringing bells, balancing on balls, and performing other feats of agility and entertainment.

Friday, March 31

Mixology Class | Friday, Mar. 31 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Ivy Hall Events, 1127 S. Saint Mary’s St., San Antonio | $65 | Learn how to prepare three award-winning botanical cocktails while enjoying bar snacks.

Plan ahead with our community events calendar below.

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Weather

67º | Cloudy | 15% chance of rain

Civic

Applications are open for the City of San Antonio’s Corridor Pilot Program. The program is designed to offer business and community leaders training to develop and implement strategic programming, up to $200,000 in operational funding, and $225,000 in technical assistance. Learn more + submit an application by Monday, May 1.

Arts

Head to The Public Theater of San Antonio (800 W. Ashby Pl.) on Friday, March 31 at 7:30 p.m. for opening night of “The Pajama Game,” a musical about two lovers that find themselves on opposite sides of a labor dispute. Tickets start at $19 and additional showings will take place through Sunday, April 23.

Jobs

The City of San Antonio is hosting a Parks and Recreation Summer Job Fair on Saturday, April 1 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Frank Garrett Multi-Service Center (1226 NW 18th St.). Attend to learn more about temporary summer jobs and apply + interview on the spot.

Active

Mural Ride Bike Tours is offering a free community bike tour at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 8. BYO bike + helmet and join the local business for a tour of eye-catching San Antonio street art. Sign up.

Try This

Did you know the San Antonio Museum of Art offers special exhibition tours every Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. and Sunday at 12 p.m.? SAMA’s current special exhibition is “Roman Landscapes,” and tours are free for museum members or the cost of museum entrance.

History

Exactly 61 years ago, the now shuttered McCreless Mall opened in South Side. In its prime, the mall boasted stores like J.C. Penney’s and Montgomery Ward, but was eventually bought out by H-E-B in 2003. Do you have any fond memories of visiting the McCreless Mall? Let us know. (San Antonio Express-News)

Edu

What sets a Providence Catholic School education apart from others? It starts with providing girls (grades 6-12) with a well-rounded education both in and out of the classroom. See what students, parents, and alumni have to say about PCS.*

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Drink

The most polished organizational item in your kitchen: the Fellow Atmos Coffee Canister, which not only looks great but keeps coffee fresh by sucking oxygen out of the jar. Pro tip: You can use it to store any snack and it will stay fresh longer.

Shop

Are your kids ready for springtime family photos? Our online store (Six & Main) features Ducks and Drakes, a children’s clothing company with tall kids at the heart of its style and designs. Shop the perfect fit now.

Try This

☕ On Wednesdays we wear pink

All pink everything at Pink Cappuccino in Stone Oak

Espresso yourself with a selfie at Pink Cappuccino. | Photo by SATXtoday

Calling all pink lovers to Pink Cappuccino. Roxana Jimenez opened a pink-themed coffee shop in the Stone Oak area earlier this year, and it’s a rose-colored delight. Customers can sip on specialty pink drinks like a Glam Pink Iced Latte or the Pink Horchata Luxury Pink Frapp. For non-coffee drinkers, order the Botanic Garden Tea Tizana.

Hungry? Pink Cappuccino offers savory and sweet food choices too. The Pink Stuffed Croissant or Pepperoni Pizza Crepe are crowd favorites, and oh so Instagrammable. This spot is perfect for a quick bite to eat, a coffee date, or a temporary work space. Don’t forget to take a photo in the café’s 360 photo booth or selfies with its pink neon signs.

Know before you go:

Address: 238 N. Loop 1604 E., Suite 102, San Antonio, TX 78232
Hours: Monday-Thursday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday-Saturday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Wrap

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From the Editor

Center City Network is hosting Cocktails & Conversation: Downtown Development + Engagement on Wednesday, April 12 at 4:30 p.m. The event will detail who and what drives local developments, as well as how to keep locals and visitors alike engaged in these developments. Early bird tickets are $15 until Friday, April 7.

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