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From local streets and heroes to SCOTUS justices and vibes, here’s how San Antonio schools got their names
Summary by Alamo Heights News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Xochilt Garcia | San Antonio Report , as published by Texas Public Radio (TPR)
· July 27, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Some schools are also named after notable figures such as Supreme Court Justices and literary talents.
San Antonio schools have a diverse range of names. They are named after various individuals and places, including neighborhoods and local heroes. Some schools are also named after notable figures such as Supreme Court Justices and literary talents.
Further information is available from Texas Public Radio, which has provided details on the origins of school names in San Antonio. The source offers a glimpse into the naming conventions of San Antonio schools, highlighting the different categories of names used.
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Category: schools ·
Published: July 27, 2026 ·
Source: Texas Public Radio (TPR) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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