Announcements

This year, 28 art students received honors for their submissions in the Texas High School Visual Art Scholastic Event (VASE) with one earning the coveted Gold Seal and eight earning an Exemplary rating.

Three Comal ISD students, all percussionists, received the Outstanding Performer award at this year's UIL Texas State Solo-Ensemble Contest. This award represents hours of dedication and recognizes superior musicianship.

Twenty Canyon High School alumni from 1963 celebrated the 60th anniversary of their graduation and remembered what it was like to be among the first students to open the school in 1959 as freshmen.

This summer marks the 10th anniversary of Summer Story Time at Freiheit Elementary. Everyone is invited to join the fun, pick out a free book and grab a snack. Continuing to read is important during the summer months, so grab a book today.

Comal ISD athletes have been making headlines throughout the school year, and more than 30 were invited to the prestigious Alamo City High School Sports Awards for their achievements. Four were named 'Athlete of the Year' for their individual sport.

Ten years ago, Comal ISD launched a district-wide chess initiative and today, students of all levels from kindergarten through 12th grade compete for trophies and bragging rights at district tournaments. This year's competition was capped off with a final tournament called, "The Endgame."

Prior to graduation, six students received scholarships through Comal ISD's music program because of their dedication, achievements and involvement in activities such as concert, marching and jazz bands.

Local scholarship donors awarded $592,622 to Comal ISD students from across the district this year, a number that surpasses the district's goal and showcases the importance of community support.

Free summer meals including breakfast and lunch are being offered at two Comal ISD campuses Monday through Thursday during the month of June.

The final weeks of the school year were filled with celebrations for the graduating class of 2023 ending with graduation ceremonies. Here's a look at 1,878 recent graduates and some of their accomplishments.