Topline: Authorities are now combing through the teen’s background and electronic devices in an effort to understand what triggered the attack.
Published: April 2, 2026 8:00 am ET
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BULVERDE, TX — A 15-year-old student brought a .357 revolver from home, shot a teacher inside Hill Country College Preparatory High School, and then turned the gun on himself in a fast-moving incident that left the campus on lockdown.
The shooting unfolded around 8:34 a.m. Monday, March 30, prompting a large law enforcement response to the campus on Mustang Vista near Bulverde, according to the Comal County Sheriff’s Office and school officials. Early reports described an active situation near the school, but officials later clarified there was “NOT an active shooter situation” as deputies worked to secure the scene.
By late morning, investigators said the situation had been contained. “A teacher was shot by a student and has been taken to a San Antonio hospital,” the sheriff’s office said in an update, adding that the 15-year-old male student “died at the scene.” Authorities believe the student shot himself after opening fire, Comal County Sheriff Mark Reynolds said, according to KSAT.
The wounded teacher remained hospitalized as of Tuesday. Reynolds said she was alive and conscious, though officials have not released her identity. The sheriff’s office said it would not identify either the student or the teacher at this time.
Students were quickly moved off campus and transported by bus to Bulverde Middle School, where they were reunited with their families. “We know this is incredibly difficult to hear,” the sheriff’s office said in a statement. “What we can tell you is this situation is contained, and there is no ongoing threat to students.”
Investigators are still working to determine a motive. According to the sheriff’s office, the student may have been experiencing academic challenges, including failing several classes. Prior disciplinary history is not yet known. Authorities are also examining the relationship between the student and the teacher.
A search warrant was executed at the student’s home, where detectives seized multiple electronic devices now undergoing forensic analysis. “These items are currently undergoing forensic examination in an effort to learn more about the student’s actions and possible motive,” officials said.
The revolver used in the shooting belonged to the student’s grandfather, according to a spokesperson cited by KSAT. Authorities said it is too early to determine whether any charges will be filed against the firearm’s owner.
Sheriff Reynolds said investigators are also looking into whether there were any warning signs leading up to the shooting, though he cautioned that interviews with students, staff, and family members are still ongoing. “As far as the warning signs, I couldn’t answer that at the present,” he said, according to MySA.
The student’s family was among those who gathered at the reunification site Monday, unaware of what had occurred. “During the reunification… that student’s parents and kinfolk were in a reunification line,” Reynolds said. “And so, that’s part of our investigation.”
Principal Julie Wiley confirmed in a message to families that law enforcement was called after the shooting and that the student died at the scene while the teacher was taken for medical care. “This remains an active investigation,” Wiley said, adding, “Our hearts are with everyone impacted, especially that teacher, their family, and our school community.”
Classes were canceled Tuesday to allow time for students and staff to process the घटना, and counseling services were made available at Mammen Family Public Library. School officials said additional decisions about the remainder of the week would follow.
“Our hearts are with everyone impacted,” Wiley said. “We know this has been a difficult day.”
The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities say more information will be released as it becomes available.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
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BULVERDE, TX — A 15-year-old student brought a .357 revolver from home, shot a teacher inside Hill Country College Preparatory High School, and then turned the gun on himself in a fast-moving incident that left the campus on lockdown.
The shooting unfolded around 8:34 a.m. Monday, March 30, prompting a large law enforcement response to the campus on Mustang Vista near Bulverde, according to the Comal County Sheriff’s Office and school officials. Early reports described an active situation near the school, but officials later clarified there was “NOT an active shooter situation” as deputies worked to secure the scene.
By late morning, investigators said the situation had been contained. “A teacher was shot by a student and has been taken to a San Antonio hospital,” the sheriff’s office said in an update, adding that the 15-year-old male student “died at the scene.” Authorities believe the student shot himself after opening fire, Comal County Sheriff Mark Reynolds said, according to KSAT.
The wounded teacher remained hospitalized as of Tuesday. Reynolds said she was alive and conscious, though officials have not released her identity. The sheriff’s office said it would not identify either the student or the teacher at this time.
Students were quickly moved off campus and transported by bus to Bulverde Middle School, where they were reunited with their families. “We know this is incredibly difficult to hear,” the sheriff’s office said in a statement. “What we can tell you is this situation is contained, and there is no ongoing threat to students.”
Investigators are still working to determine a motive. According to the sheriff’s office, the student may have been experiencing academic challenges, including failing several classes. Prior disciplinary history is not yet known. Authorities are also examining the relationship between the student and the teacher.
A search warrant was executed at the student’s home, where detectives seized multiple electronic devices now undergoing forensic analysis. “These items are currently undergoing forensic examination in an effort to learn more about the student’s actions and possible motive,” officials said.
The revolver used in the shooting belonged to the student’s grandfather, according to a spokesperson cited by KSAT. Authorities said it is too early to determine whether any charges will be filed against the firearm’s owner.
Sheriff Reynolds said investigators are also looking into whether there were any warning signs leading up to the shooting, though he cautioned that interviews with students, staff, and family members are still ongoing. “As far as the warning signs, I couldn’t answer that at the present,” he said, according to MySA.
The student’s family was among those who gathered at the reunification site Monday, unaware of what had occurred. “During the reunification… that student’s parents and kinfolk were in a reunification line,” Reynolds said. “And so, that’s part of our investigation.”
Principal Julie Wiley confirmed in a message to families that law enforcement was called after the shooting and that the student died at the scene while the teacher was taken for medical care. “This remains an active investigation,” Wiley said, adding, “Our hearts are with everyone impacted, especially that teacher, their family, and our school community.”
Classes were canceled Tuesday to allow time for students and staff to process the घटना, and counseling services were made available at Mammen Family Public Library. School officials said additional decisions about the remainder of the week would follow.
“Our hearts are with everyone impacted,” Wiley said. “We know this has been a difficult day.”
The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities say more information will be released as it becomes available.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
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Student Used Grandfather’s Revolver to Shoot Teacher Before Taking His Own Life
Authorities are now combing through the teen’s background and electronic devices in an effort to understand what triggered the attack.
By Jacob Charles
Published: April 2, 2026 8:00 am ET
BULVERDE, TX — A 15-year-old student brought a .357 revolver from home, shot a teacher inside Hill Country College Preparatory High School, and then turned the gun on himself in a fast-moving incident that left the campus on lockdown.
The shooting unfolded around 8:34 a.m. Monday, March 30, prompting a large law enforcement response to the campus on Mustang Vista near Bulverde, according to the Comal County Sheriff’s Office and school officials. Early reports described an active situation near the school, but officials later clarified there was “NOT an active shooter situation” as deputies worked to secure the scene.
By late morning, investigators said the situation had been contained. “A teacher was shot by a student and has been taken to a San Antonio hospital,” the sheriff’s office said in an update, adding that the 15-year-old male student “died at the scene.” Authorities believe the student shot himself after opening fire, Comal County Sheriff Mark Reynolds said, according to KSAT.
The wounded teacher remained hospitalized as of Tuesday. Reynolds said she was alive and conscious, though officials have not released her identity. The sheriff’s office said it would not identify either the student or the teacher at this time.
Students were quickly moved off campus and transported by bus to Bulverde Middle School, where they were reunited with their families. “We know this is incredibly difficult to hear,” the sheriff’s office said in a statement. “What we can tell you is this situation is contained, and there is no ongoing threat to students.”
Investigators are still working to determine a motive. According to the sheriff’s office, the student may have been experiencing academic challenges, including failing several classes. Prior disciplinary history is not yet known. Authorities are also examining the relationship between the student and the teacher.
A search warrant was executed at the student’s home, where detectives seized multiple electronic devices now undergoing forensic analysis. “These items are currently undergoing forensic examination in an effort to learn more about the student’s actions and possible motive,” officials said.
The revolver used in the shooting belonged to the student’s grandfather, according to a spokesperson cited by KSAT. Authorities said it is too early to determine whether any charges will be filed against the firearm’s owner.
Sheriff Reynolds said investigators are also looking into whether there were any warning signs leading up to the shooting, though he cautioned that interviews with students, staff, and family members are still ongoing. “As far as the warning signs, I couldn’t answer that at the present,” he said, according to MySA.
The student’s family was among those who gathered at the reunification site Monday, unaware of what had occurred. “During the reunification… that student’s parents and kinfolk were in a reunification line,” Reynolds said. “And so, that’s part of our investigation.”
Principal Julie Wiley confirmed in a message to families that law enforcement was called after the shooting and that the student died at the scene while the teacher was taken for medical care. “This remains an active investigation,” Wiley said, adding, “Our hearts are with everyone impacted, especially that teacher, their family, and our school community.”
Classes were canceled Tuesday to allow time for students and staff to process the घटना, and counseling services were made available at Mammen Family Public Library. School officials said additional decisions about the remainder of the week would follow.
“Our hearts are with everyone impacted,” Wiley said. “We know this has been a difficult day.”
The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities say more information will be released as it becomes available.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
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