Graebner Elementary, SAISD

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History of Graebner Elementary

On January 5th, 1932, Graebner received it official name, Charles Graebner Elementary School #37, and opened its doors to 75 children (doubling this enrollment during the first year) and five teachers. Charles Graebner was a prominent San Antonio businessman of an old pioneer family, who had shown a lively interest in education and donated land for educational purposes to SAISD. In September of 1945, Graebner came of age and received it's first full time principal to the enrollment of 500+ children. Since 1945 to present date, seven principals have opened Graebner's doors to the children of the community. In 1982, Graebner's 50th anniversary year, the Griffin was chosen as the school's mascot. Within this time frame, Graebner Elementary has had many face-lifts. The latest bond enabled Graebner to receive a new wing, housing 16 classrooms and the school library. In addition, the cafeteria was expanded and a new gym built. A new Pre-Kinder wing was built to house 2 units for Pre-K 3 and 2 units of Pre-K 4. Graebner was a KEY Initiative School from 1997-2001. Dual Language is currently the standard model here at Graebner. Currently Graebner Elementary is under the direction of Mrs. Veronica Rodriguez and Mr. Ismael De Leon, assistant principals. Currently our enrollment for the 2021-22 school year is 625. Graebner is the largest elementary school in SAISD and larger than many middle schools in SAISD. Our school also prides itself on our daily attendance. Go Griffins!! Graebner Elementary belongs to the Burbank Cluster. Welcome to the home of the Mighty Griffins, the legendary creature of Greek mythology. At Graebner Elementary, our primary goal is to create an educational environment that teaches students to be personally responsible for their academic and behavioral successes in a school that emphasizes safety and security. This is accomplished by teachers, staff, and parents working together as a team to instill self-worth, self respect, and confidence in our students with the belief that hard work and good habits at home will produce a successful child. Teachers collaborate frequently to create, review, and implement strategies that move all students to read at grade level or above. We believe that excellent readers will be successful in all other academic areas which in the long term will lead to high school graduates that are ready for higher learning and to be contributing members of our community. At Graebner, we are committed to the Core Values of SAISD:

**Student Centered

**High expectations

**Commitment

**Passion

**Integrity

**Respect

**Teamwork.

10/16/2026
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10/16/2026

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10/16/2026

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Thank you Graebner Elementary, SAISD Child Nutrition team!! Thanks for feeding our students and all you do for our schoo...
10/14/2026

Thank you Graebner Elementary, SAISD Child Nutrition team!! Thanks for feeding our students and all you do for our school!

It's National School Lunch Week, and we want to recognize our Child Nutrition Services team for their hard work, dedication and passion for feeding students in San Antonio ISD. Because of their work, our students receive healthy meals to keep their brains fueled.

Es la Semana Nacional del Almuerzo Escolar, y queremos reconocer a nuestro equipo de Servicios de Nutrición Infantil por su arduo trabajo, dedicación y pasión por alimentar a los estudiantes en San Antonio ISD. Gracias a su trabajo, nuestros estudiantes reciben comidas saludables para mantener sus cerebros nutridos.

💜💛 Way to Go Graebner Greats! ♻️🏆Thank you to our amazing families for supporting our school and community through recyc...
10/14/2026

💜💛 Way to Go Graebner Greats! ♻️🏆

Thank you to our amazing families for supporting our school and community through recycling!

🥇 Graebner is currently in FIRST PLACE among SAISD schools!

Keep bringing in those recyclables so we can stay on top!

💜💛 GAME ON, GRIFFINS! 🎮🏆

This is Fire Prevention Week, we want to thank Fire station #16 (Nogalitos) for visiting Graebner Elementary, SAISD. Th...
10/14/2026

This is Fire Prevention Week, we want to thank Fire station #16 (Nogalitos) for visiting Graebner Elementary, SAISD. The firefighters spoke to all students about the importance of fire safety and prevention. Thank you!! 🚨❤️💜🚒

🐾📚Graebner Families, Let’s CONNECT to Literacy!Our Dual Language scholars are gearing up for the Summit K–12 Middle-of-Y...
10/10/2026

🐾📚Graebner Families, Let’s CONNECT to Literacy!

Our Dual Language scholars are gearing up for the Summit K–12 Middle-of-Year (MOY) Assessment as we continue preparing for TELPAS success!

📅 Testing Window: October 13–14, 2026
🎯 Who: Identified Dual Language scholars in Grades 2nd- 5th💜💛

Wow!! October 2026 update. The next phase of construction continues in front of the school. Some of the renovations incl...
10/09/2026

Wow!! October 2026 update. The next phase of construction continues in front of the school. Some of the renovations include the cafeteria, courtyard, library, offices, support spaces and more! Reminder...For your safety, please do not park/walk along the sidewalk on Hoover Ave in the construction zone areas. Thank you.🔨🚧🚧
For more information on this Bond 2020 project click here:
https://www.saisd.net/o/bond/page/graebner-elementary

Reminder the recycling program has begun…see post below for more information.
10/08/2026

Reminder the recycling program has begun…see post below for more information.

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530 Hoover Avenue
San Antonio, TX
78225

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4pm
Friday 7:30am - 4pm

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