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Institute for School and Community Partnership

A&M-San Antonio's Institute for School and Community Partnerships is a model institute partnering with the Texas A&M University at San Antonio and area partners. The Institute's mission is to support students through innovative practices, research, and equitable policy so they can reach their full potential. The Institute's model includes school system transformation, improving services to children for early intervention, and PK-12 district partnerships that prepare students for college and high-demand careers. The Institute is a hub of excellence for understanding and impacting child and youth development through innovative student-centered approaches, career-ready models, student-led research, and high-demand workforce opportunities for all students.

Senate Bill 1882 allows for the A&M San Antonio Institute for School and Community Partnerships (ISCP) to operate in-district school charters throughout the region to create an equitable pathway from public school to high education. Today, the ISCP operates three in-district school charters with Edgewood Independent School District: Winston Intermediate School of Excellence, Gus Garcia University School, and The Burleson School for Innovation and Education. The teacher residencies model is also our jam and the ISCP manages two Teacher Residencies programs with the CAST Schools Network in Bexar County.

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San Antonio ISD Approves Partnership to Strengthen Young Men’s Leadership Academy, LEAD

The San Antonio ISD Board of Trustees has approved a new partnership with the Institute for School and Community Partnerships (ISCP) at Texas A&M University–San Antonio to serve as the SB1882 Operating Partner for Young Men’s Leadership Academy, LEAD.

This collaboration will support a strengthened college preparatory experience for students in grades 6–12 through rigorous academics, leadership development, experiential learning, and expanded access to Advanced Placement and dual credit coursework.

Students will engage in project-based learning, annual community service, and leadership opportunities designed to build confidence, civic responsibility, and future readiness. Through university partnership and community connections, the campus will also expand mentoring, career exploration, and technology learning opportunities.

Planning begins immediately, with implementation rolling out in phases during the upcoming school year.

Families and community members will be invited to upcoming engagement sessions to learn more and share input.