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Bulverde Today
By the People, for the People
Texas high school student shoots teacher, kills himself
No other injuries reported in shooting at Hill Country College Preparatory High School
Mar. 30, 2026 at 9:48pm
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A single bullet casing left behind after a school shooting raises questions about the ongoing crisis of gun violence in American schools.Bulverde TodayA 15-year-old student shot a teacher at a Texas high school and then fatally shot himself, authorities said. No other injuries were reported in the shooting at Hill Country College Preparatory High School in Bulverde. The Comal County Sheriff's Office has not said what may have led to the shooting.
Why it matters
School shootings continue to be a tragic and complex issue in the United States, raising concerns about student mental health, campus safety, and gun violence prevention efforts. This incident will likely prompt renewed discussions around these topics within the local community and nationally.
The details
According to authorities, the male student shot the teacher and then died by suicide at the scene. The teacher was taken to a San Antonio hospital, but the sheriff's office did not provide an update on her condition. Students reported hearing loud bangs and screaming before being evacuated to a nearby middle school, where parents waited to be reunited with their children.
- The shooting occurred around 8:34 a.m. on March 30, 2026.
- Classes at Hill Country College Preparatory High School were scheduled to start at 8:55 a.m. that day.
The players
Hill Country College Preparatory High School
A public high school in Bulverde, Texas that focuses on academics and STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) education, with a curriculum centered on preparing students for college.
Comal County Sheriff's Office
The law enforcement agency responsible for investigating the shooting incident at Hill Country College Preparatory High School.
What they’re saying
“For one, she has autism, and she'll be afraid to go back, she'll be real afraid to go back.”
— Jesse Lopez, Parent
What’s next
The Comal County Sheriff's Office is continuing to investigate the motive behind the shooting. The school district has not yet announced any specific safety or counseling measures it plans to implement in the wake of the incident.
The takeaway
This tragic event highlights the ongoing challenges schools face in ensuring student and staff safety, as well as the need for comprehensive mental health support and violence prevention programs within educational institutions. The local community will likely grapple with the aftermath of this shooting for some time.
