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San Antonio ISD names Adrian Bustillos lone finalist for superintendent
By Camille Phillips at Texas Public Radio (TPR)
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
Two SAISD trustees voted against the district’s newly named lone finalist for superintendent. Adrian Bustillos was previously sanctioned by TEA for his alleged role in a cheating scheme at El Paso ISD.
Key takeaway Adrian Bustillos was previously sanctioned by TEA for his alleged role in a cheating scheme at El Paso ISD.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The selection of Adrian Bustillos as the lone finalist for San Antonio ISD superintendent raises concerns among local residents, given his past sanction by the Texas Education Agency for his alleged role in a cheating scheme at El Paso ISD. The fact that two SAISD trustees voted against his nomination suggests that there may be internal divisions within the district about his candidacy. As the Alamo Heights community considers the potential impact of Bustillos' leadership on SAISD, they may wonder how his experience will shape the district's approach to academic integrity and accountability. The district's decision will be closely watched, particularly in light of the trust that parents and taxpayers place in the superintendent to uphold the highest standards of education and ethics. The next steps in the process will be crucial in determining whether Bustillos can overcome his past controversies and build support among the community and the district's trustees.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: Texas Public Radio (TPR) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Two SAISD trustees voted against the district’s newly named lone finalist for superintendent. Adrian Bustillos was previously sanctioned by TEA for his alleged role in a cheating scheme at El Paso ISD.
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