Bob Beard Elementary welcomed Joshua Kuhlmann as its new principal, who returned to the school where he previously taught and served as a GT specialist before taking the leadership role. In his opening message to families, Kuhlmann highlighted strong relationships, a student-first culture, and the school's existing academic traditions as his priorities. The school's 5th-grade News Team remains active and meets weekday mornings, and Beard's yearbook program ran its final sale for the current school year through the spring semester.

Q1. Why does Beard Elementary have three school counselors?

Ans. Bob Beard Elementary has three full-time counselors on staff, giving students strong access to academic and social-emotional support in ways most elementary campuses don't offer.

Q2. Does Beard Elementary offer a GATE program?

Ans. Beard Elementary has a Gifted and Talented program through Northside ISD. The school also previously employed a dedicated GT specialist before the new principal's transition, and the program continues under Joshua Kuhlmann's leadership.

Q3. What extracurricular programs does Beard Elementary run?

Ans. Beard Elementary participates in Northside ISD's extracurricular offerings and has an active 5th-grade News Team that meets weekday mornings before school begins.

Q4. What middle school do Beard Elementary students attend?

Ans. Beard Elementary students generally transition to O'Connor cluster middle schools, which are part of the Northside Independent School District. From there, they typically move on to O'Connor High School, located in the northwest section of San Antonio.

Q5. How does the Beard Elementary communicate with families?

Ans. Beard Elementary uses Northside ISD's parent communication platforms and the school's official NISD website for updates.