San Antonio, September 5, 2025
News Summary
Priscilla Castro, a 27-year-old ex-assistant teacher at KIPP University Prep, has been arrested on charges of indecency with a child following accusations from a 15-year-old student. Inappropriate interactions were reported throughout the school year, culminating in an incident where Castro allegedly fondled the student. Despite being taken into custody and later released on bond, KIPP Texas Public Schools has terminated her employment and is cooperating with an ongoing investigation. Authorities encourage anyone affected by similar misconduct to report it immediately.
San Antonio – Priscilla Castro, a 27-year-old former assistant teacher at KIPP University Prep High School, has been arrested and charged with indecency with a child involving sexual contact. The charges arose after a 15-year-old student reported her concern to police regarding inappropriate interactions that took place during the last school year.
The student, accompanied by her mother, approached authorities at the Public Safety Headquarters to share their account of the incident. Throughout the school year, the victim described Castro as being excessively affectionate, which made her uncomfortable.
On May 23, the final day of classes, the victim encountered Castro in a classroom where Castro allegedly handed her a book and requested a hug. While the student attempted to comply with a side hug, Castro became frustrated, pulled her into a full embrace, and allegedly fondled her breasts over her clothing for several seconds. During this encounter, Castro allegedly attempted to draw the girl’s face closer and asked if she could give her a kiss. The victim was able to break free from Castro and exit the classroom without immediately informing her mother about the incident.
Post-incident, Castro reportedly tried to reach the victim from various blocked phone numbers. Disturbingly, she contacted the student during an ongoing police interview to inquire about her location, prompting authorities to escalate their investigation.
Shortly after the victim reported the incident, an arrest warrant was issued for Castro, who was taken into custody on a Friday. She has since been booked into the Bexar County Jail and released on a bond set at $50,000.
KIPP Texas Public Schools, upon being made aware of Castro’s alleged misconduct, swiftly initiated an internal investigation. The results of this inquiry led to the termination of Castro’s employment at KIPP Aspire. In light of these events, the school district has reaffirmed its commitment to student safety and has expressed intent to fully cooperate with law enforcement in this ongoing investigation.
The San Antonio Police Department is urging anyone who may be affected by similar misconduct to report incidents to their Special Victims Unit at 210-207-2313.
Background Context
KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) is a network of public charter schools in the United States. KIPP University Prep High School, located in San Antonio, is part of this network that aims to prepare students for college and life beyond it. The organization places significant emphasis on creating safe educational environments for students. In this case, the reported behavior of the former teacher’s assistant has raised serious concerns about the supervision and safety within schools.
FAQs
What were the charges against Priscilla Castro?
Priscilla Castro was charged with indecency with a child involving sexual contact after inappropriate interactions with a 15-year-old student were reported.
What led to the arrest of the former teacher’s assistant?
The arrest followed a report from a 15-year-old student who disclosed that Castro had acted inappropriately towards her throughout the school year and had a concerning encounter on the last day of school.
What steps did KIPP Texas Public Schools take following the incident?
KIPP Texas Public Schools immediately initiated an internal investigation after being informed of Castro’s misconduct. Following the investigation, Castro’s employment at KIPP Aspire was terminated.
What should a person do if they have experienced similar misconduct?
Individuals who may have been affected by similar misconduct are encouraged to contact the San Antonio Police Department’s Special Victims Unit at 210-207-2313.
Key Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Accused Individual | Priscilla Castro, 27, former assistant teacher |
| Charges | Indecency with a child involving sexual contact |
| Victim | 15-year-old student |
| Incident Date | Reported events occurred during the last school year |
| School | KIPP University Prep High School, San Antonio |
| Arrest Details | Arrested on Friday, booked into Bexar County Jail, released on $50,000 bond |
| KIPP’s Response | Immediate internal investigation and termination of employment |
| Police Contact | Special Victims Unit, San Antonio Police Department at 210-207-2313 |
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- Wikipedia: Child sexual abuse
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Indecency
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