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Jan Heckendorn Family and student recipients

Eighty-five Students Honored at 25th Annual Jan Heckendorn Academic Recognition Banquet

Comal ISD celebrated the 25th Annual Jan Heckendorn Academic Banquet recently, honoring 85 top ranked students from across the district along with influential teachers who inspired them on their journeys.

class of 2026 graduation livestream graphic

Comal ISD Graduation Livestream Links

View the high school graduation livestream links for a virtual viewing experience here.

2026 District Teachers of the Year Kayce Davis and Becky Clinton

Comal ISD Announces 2026 District Teachers of the Year

Second-grade elementary teacher Becky Clinton and middle school math teacher Kayce Davis were crowned the 2026 District Teachers of the Year for Comal ISD during its annual Night of Stars event.

- Smithson Valley High School Valedictorian Summer Williams senior photo.

Top of the Class Thursday: Meet Your SVHS Valedictorian Summer Williams

An inside look into the life of Smithson Valley High School’s top student with a graduation edition Q+A!

Final Art Show Features Artists from Eight Campuses

The final district art show featured student artwork from the Pieper High School feeder pattern along with Memorial Early College High School. Three pieces were selected for the Superintendent's Excellence Award for Art including a life-like portrait, a colorful bird and a winter wonderland.

2026 Comal ISD Retirees from Legacy Banquet

Annual Legacy Banquet Celebrates Retirees and Years of Service Honorees

This year's annual Legacy Banquet celebrated the culmination of 972 years of service to Comal ISD with the recognition of 78 retirees. Their dedication and care will be remembered by their students and colleagues.

- Pieper High School Valedictorian Emilio Montalvo senior photo.

Top of the Class Thursday: Meet Your PHS Valedictorian Emilio Montalvo

An inside look into the life of Pieper High School’s top student with a graduation edition Q+A!

Dr. Jason Gilstrap, Deputy Superintendent

Comal ISD Hires Deputy Superintendent

The Comal Independent School District has hired a Deputy Superintendent. Dr. Jason Gilstrap will join the district in this role on July 1.

Comal ISD Counselor Wins H-E-B Excellence in Education Award

Pieper High School Lead Counselor Kristen Guerra is this year's winner of the H-E-B Excellence in Education Secondary Counselor Award. She has been an educator for 18 years and a counselor for 13 years.

- A family photo of SV Coach Jason Adkins with his sons Parker and Cooper Adkins after the State Championship.

Family of Champions Makes Comal ISD State History

One Comal ISD family played a key role at this year's State soccer championship, with family members involved in both Smithson Valley and Pieper’s winning title.

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The Comal Independent School District is a fast-growing and innovative district with more than 30,300 students in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Families are attracted to Comal ISD because of its family values, neighborhood schools, and safe environments. Academics, fine arts, athletics, and citizenship are emphasized at the 36 campuses located in the beautiful Texas Hill Country.

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