Texas student kills teacher, then himself at top high school

Shooting occurred at prestigious Hill Country College Preparatory High School in Bulverde, Texas

Mar. 30, 2026 at 10:56pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a single spent bullet casing on a dark surface, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash, conceptually representing the aftermath of a school shooting incident.A single spent bullet casing left behind after a shooting at a Texas high school exposes the grim aftermath of gun violence in schools.Bulverde Today

A 15-year-old student at Hill Country College Preparatory High School in Bulverde, Texas shot and injured a female teacher before turning the gun on himself and taking his own life. The shooting occurred on Monday morning, prompting a lockdown and evacuation of the school as authorities responded to the incident.

Why it matters

School shootings continue to be a tragic and complex issue in the United States, with concerns around student mental health, access to firearms, and the safety of educational environments. This incident at a prestigious STEM-focused high school has shaken the local community and raised further questions about prevention and response measures.

The details

According to Comal County Sheriff Mark Reynolds, the 15-year-old male student shot the female teacher before fatally shooting himself. The teacher was rushed to the hospital, but Reynolds did not provide an update on her condition. Investigators are still working to determine the relationship between the student and teacher.

  • The shooting occurred on Monday, March 30, 2026 at Hill Country College Preparatory High School.
  • Authorities responded to the incident and evacuated the school in the morning.

The players

Mark Reynolds

Comal County Sheriff who provided details about the shooting incident at the press conference.

Hill Country College Preparatory High School

A public school-of-choice in Bulverde, Texas that draws students from throughout Comal County for its STEM-focused curriculum.

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What they’re saying

“We're trying to collect as much information as we can from witnesses.”

— Mark Reynolds, Comal County Sheriff

What’s next

Authorities continue to investigate the motive and circumstances surrounding the shooting. The school district has said it will provide counseling and support services for students and staff in the aftermath of the incident.

The takeaway

This tragic event at a prestigious Texas high school has left the community in shock and raised urgent questions about student mental health, gun violence, and school safety. As the investigation continues, there will be a renewed focus on prevention measures and response protocols to try to avoid such devastating incidents in the future.