News Summary
An investigation has been launched after a special education teacher at Pease Middle School mistakenly served alcoholic beverages to students, believing they were non-alcoholic. Five students consumed the Hard Mountain Dew Blast, which caused concerns for their health, particularly for one student with asthma. Parents were notified, and multiple agencies are involved to review the incident. As the school district evaluates the situation, the need for better protocols regarding food and beverages in schools has been emphasized.
San Antonio – An investigation has begun after a special education teacher at Pease Middle School accidentally served alcoholic beverages to students on the last day of school, May 30, 2025. The incident involved cans of Hard Mountain Dew Blast, a beverage containing alcohol, which the teacher mistakenly thought were non-alcoholic treats for her classroom.
During the course of the day, five students consumed portions of the alcoholic beverage across three different classes. The Northside Independent School District (NISD) confirmed that the drinks were made available to students without the teacher’s knowledge of their contents. Following the discovery of the incident, affected students were taken to the campus nurse for evaluation.
Parents of the students who ingested the alcoholic beverage were promptly notified of the situation shortly after it occurred. One student, who had preexisting health issues related to asthma, experienced drowsiness and confusion as a result of consuming the beverage, raising concerns for both the student’s safety and the response to the incident.
The district has initiated a report with multiple agencies, including Northside Employee Relations, the NISD Police Department, and Child Protective Services, in order to thoroughly investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. As a precautionary measure, the health and well-being of all students involved are being prioritized.
The father of the student who suffered from asthma expressed frustration regarding the delay in notification about the incident, emphasizing that he felt the situation should have been communicated to parents sooner. This incident raises important questions about student safety and the protocols in place for monitoring the consumption of food and beverages in schools.
As of now, the school district has not disclosed whether any disciplinary action will be taken against the teacher involved in the incident. The district is likely to review policies related to staff’s handling of food and drinks in the classroom to prevent such occurrences in the future.
This incident marks a serious breach of protocol in a school setting, highlighting the need for improved vigilance and clearer guidelines regarding what can be brought onto school premises, especially when it pertains to food and beverages. As investigations continue, the NISD aims to ensure the safety of all students and provide a secure learning environment.
The Pease Middle School incident serves as a critical reminder for educational institutions about the importance of safeguarding students against potentially harmful substances and the necessity of clear communication with families. As the community awaits further updates from the district, this incident underscores the need for transparency and accountability in school operations.
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