Announcements

Comal ISD is hosting its annual Dyslexia Awareness Night 6-7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 16, in the boardroom at Comal ISD Support Services building in New Braunfels. Besides being a great opportunity to learn more about dyslexia, this year's winners of the Kids with HeART district art contest will be announced.

The Comal Independent School District has hired Mr. Ron Havniear as the Executive Director for Safety and Security. He begins working for the district in this role on Monday, Sept. 8.

Comal ISD's theatre arts program has received another honor for its dedication to theatre education, winning the 2025 Exemplary Award of Distinction from the Texas Educational Theatre Association.

For the seventh consecutive year, the Comal ISD visual arts program was named a 2025 District of Distinction by the Texas Art Education Association. This is a testament to the district's art educators who consistently provide opportunities for students to showcase their creativity while encouraging community participation.

Applications for free and reduced-price school meals are available now for the 2025-2026 school year. The application and instructions may be found online through the Comal ISD website, SchoolCafe family hub and through a new tile on Skyward in Family Access. Students must qualify for free and reduced-price school meals annually.

Comal ISD has hired a Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Larry Guerra brings almost 20 years of experience in public education, specifically in financial management and strategic financial planning.

For the sixth consecutive year, the Comal ISD music program has received the Best Communities for Music Education designation for its outstanding support and commitment to music education.

The Canyon High School lacrosse team made district and school history this season after advancing to the state championship title game in the Texas High School Lacrosse League, placing second.

The Comal ISD Board of Trustees approved the district's 2025-2026 budget which included a three percent pay increase for teachers who do not qualify for the House Bill 2 allotment and all other staff members.

The Smithson Valley Rangers Baseball team led fans on a historic ride to the school's first state championship, ending the season as the 2025 UIL State 5A Division 1 Runner Up.