15-Year-Old Shoots Teacher, Kills Himself at Texas High School

Shooting rocks small community, teacher hospitalized as investigation continues

Mar. 31, 2026 at 7:03pm

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A 15-year-old student at Hill Country College Preparatory High School in Bulverde, Texas shot a female teacher and then himself on March 30, 2026. The teacher survived and was taken to a San Antonio hospital, while the student was declared dead at the scene. The school was placed on lockdown as authorities secured the area and reunited students with their parents.

Why it matters

School shootings continue to be a tragic and traumatic event that impacts entire communities. This incident has shaken the small town of Bulverde and raised concerns about student mental health, school safety, and gun violence in America.

The details

According to authorities, the shooting occurred around 8:34 a.m. at Hill Country College Preparatory High School. The 15-year-old student shot the female teacher and then himself. The teacher, identified as Stephanie Rubacalva, was taken to a San Antonio hospital, while the student was declared dead at the scene. The school was placed on lockdown, and students were later transported to a nearby middle school to be reunited with their parents.

  • The shooting occurred around 8:34 a.m. on March 30, 2026.
  • The school was placed on lockdown immediately after the incident.
  • Students were transported to Bulverde Middle School to be reunited with their parents.

The players

Hill Country College Preparatory High School

The high school where the shooting took place, located in Bulverde, Texas.

Stephanie Rubacalva

The female teacher who was shot and taken to a San Antonio hospital.

Comal County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency that responded to the shooting and secured the scene.

Julie Wiley

The principal of Hill Country College Preparatory High School.

Mark Reynolds

The Comal County Sheriff who spoke at a news conference about the incident.

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What they’re saying

“We know this is incredibly difficult to hear. What we can tell you is this situation is contained, and there is no ongoing threat to students.”

— Comal County Sheriff's Office

“I called my son, even though I knew they're not supposed to be using phones.”

— Sarah Valdez, Parent of a Hill Country College Preparatory High School freshman

“They absolutely dont pay these teachers enough to be dealing with this kinda of stuff. Big prayers for a fast and full recovery for the victim.”

— Facebook user

What’s next

The Comal County Sheriff's Office said the investigation into the shooting remains active, and the high school will remain closed on March 31. The community will work to support the teacher's recovery and provide resources for students, staff, and families affected by the tragedy.

The takeaway

This devastating school shooting has once again highlighted the urgent need for comprehensive solutions to address gun violence, improve mental health support for students, and ensure the safety of school communities across the country.