03/30/2026
🚨 UPDATE: Tuesday, March 31 11:45am
Hill Country College Preparatory High School Investigation
The Comal County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the March 30 shooting.
The student used a .357 revolver brought from his home. Investigators believe he may have been experiencing academic difficulties. Prior disciplinary history is unknown at this time.
A search warrant was executed at the student’s residence. Several electronic devices were seized and are being forensically examined.
It is too early in the investigation to determine whether any charges will be filed against the firearm’s owner.
The injured teacher remains hospitalized. Her identity will not be released by the CCSO at this time.
This investigation is ongoing. Additional updates will be provided as information becomes available.
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🚨 Update | Bulverde Incident 5:50pm
Hill Country College Preparatory High School will be closed tomorrow.
A decision about the remainder of the week will be made tomorrow by Comal ISD. We will keep you updated as more information becomes available.
The teacher who was shot this morning remains hospitalized. At this time, there is no update on her condition.
This investigation is ongoing.
We continue to keep everyone affected in our thoughts and will share confirmed updates as they become available.
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🚨 11:40 AM UPDATE | Bulverde Incident
We want to share a confirmed update on what happened this morning at Hill Country College Preparatory High School.
A teacher was shot by a student and has been taken to a San Antonio hospital. At this time, we do not have an update on her condition.
The student involved, a 15 year old male, died at the scene.
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.
The school was placed on lockdown, and students were safely transported to Bulverde Middle School to be reunited with their parents.
Law enforcement remains on campus as the investigation continues, which is why the school will stay on lockdown for now.
We understand how scary this has been for families and our entire community. Thank you for your patience, and for helping us share accurate information.
We will continue to keep you updated as we learn more.
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10:33 am UPDATE:
We want to make clear that there is no threat to any students at this time. Students are safe and the school remains on lockdown because this is an ongoing investigation.
Hill Country College Preparatory High School students have been transported to Bulverde Middle School for reunification with parents.
We will continue to provide information as it becomes available to us.
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10:08 am UPDATE:
There is NOT an active shooter situation on the Hill Country College Preparatory High School campus.
Our deputies are assisting the Bulverde Police Department with a shooting on campus this morning. However, there is not an active shooter situation on campus now. The school remains on lockdown at this time. Hill Country College Preparatory High School students have been transported to Bulverde Middle School for reunification with parents.
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9:25am UPDATE-
Hill Country College Preparatory High School is on lockdown.
Students are being transported to Bulverde Middle School for reunification with parents.
29975 Wiley Rd, Bulverde, TX 78163
Bulverde Middle School has been placed on hold during this transition for parent reunification.
PLEASE STAY AWAY FROM THE AREA IF YOU ARE NOT PICKING UP A STUDENT. We need to keep the area clear at this time.
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🚨 Active Situation in Bulverde Area
The Comal County Sheriff’s Office is currently responding to reports of a shooting this morning near a high school in the Bulverde area.
Deputies were dispatched to Mustang Vista near Hill Country College Preparatory High School following reports of gunfire.
At this time:
• One individual who suffered a gunshot wound has been transported to a hospital
• It is not yet confirmed whether a suspect is in custody
• Law enforcement is actively working to secure the area
Information is still limited and this remains an active situation.
We will continue to share updates as more details are confirmed.
