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SAISD superintendent finalist once suspended by TEA for cheating scandal in El Paso
By Samuel Rocha IV, Sonia DeHaro, Daniela Ibarra, Rocky Garza at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 25, 2026
· 2 min read
At least one San Antonio Independent School District board member drew concerns about its lone finalist for superintendent on Wednesday during a special board meeting.Jacob Ramos, who sits on the SAISD Board of Trustees, was the only member who said they were concerned about voting Adrian Bustill...
Key takeaway In 2018, the El Paso Times reported that the TEA said Bustillos allowed students to receive credit without grasping the curriculum during his time as an El Paso High assistant principal from 2009 to 2011.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The selection of Adrian Bustillos as the lone finalist for San Antonio Independent School District superintendent raises questions about the district's priorities and the potential impact on its students. Bustillos' past involvement in a cheating scandal at El Paso ISD, which resulted in a yearlong probated suspension, is a concern that cannot be ignored. Furthermore, his lack of the required certificate to become a superintendent in Texas adds to the uncertainty surrounding his candidacy. As the district moves forward with the confirmation process, it is crucial for the community to provide feedback and hold the board accountable for their decision. The fact that the board voted 5-2 in favor of Bustillos, with two members expressing concerns, suggests that there is not a unanimous consensus on his suitability for the role. The community will be watching closely to see how this decision affects the district's efforts to provide a quality education for its students.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? At least one San Antonio Independent School District board member drew concerns about its lone finalist for superintendent on Wednesday during a special board meeting.Jacob Ramos, who sits on the SAISD Board of Trustees, was the only member who said they were concerned about voting Adrian Bustill...
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