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SAISD deputy superintendent leaving district for position in Georgia
By Sean Talbot, Daniela Ibarra, Eddie Latigo at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 24, 2026
· 2 min read
San Antonio Independent School District Deputy Superintendent Dr. Shawn Bird has been named Chief Academic Officer in the Division of Teaching and Learning at Gwinnett County Public Schools outside Atlanta, Georgia.Bird has been serving as deputy superintendent for SAISD since 2023.During his tim...
Key takeaway Receipts show the district originally bought Bird a round-trip flight from San Antonio, which cost $1,045.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The departure of Deputy Superintendent Dr. Shawn Bird for a position in Georgia comes at a critical time for the San Antonio Independent School District, which is grappling with a $46 million deficit. Bird's exit follows the announcement of Superintendent Jaime Aquino's retirement in January 2027, leaving the district to navigate significant leadership changes amidst financial challenges. The scrutiny of Bird's travel expenses, including a trip to a leadership conference at the University of Virginia and a subsequent personal excursion to Hawaii, has raised questions about the district's use of funds. As the district continues to make difficult decisions about campus closures and program cuts, the community will be watching to see how the new leadership will prioritize spending and address the deficit. The loss of experienced administrators like Bird will also put pressure on the district to find qualified replacements who can help steer SAISD towards financial stability and improved academic outcomes.
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Category: schools ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? San Antonio Independent School District Deputy Superintendent Dr. Shawn Bird has been named Chief Academic Officer in the Division of Teaching and Learning at Gwinnett County Public Schools outside Atlanta, Georgia.Bird has been serving as deputy superintendent for SAISD since 2023.During his tim...
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