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Who’s teaching your child? More than 3,800 area teachers lacked state certification
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Daniela Ibarra, Eddie Latigo, Maria Wence , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· August 13, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway State data analyzed by KSAT Investigates reveals that over 3,800 uncertified teachers were in classrooms.
In the Bexar County area, a significant number of teachers lacked state certification last school year. State data analyzed by KSAT Investigates reveals that over 3,800 uncertified teachers were in classrooms. This issue arises as school districts in Texas face challenges in filling teacher positions.
A recent teacher shortage has led to competition among districts for certified educators, particularly in certain subjects. Further information on this topic is available from KSAT Investigates, including details on the impact of the teacher shortage and efforts by local districts to address the issue.
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Category: schools Published: August 13, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In the Bexar County area, a significant number of teachers lacked state certification last school year. State data analyzed by KSAT Investigates reveals that over 3,800 uncertified teachers were in…
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