Wilderness Oak Elementary School - North East ISD

A HUGE thank you to H-E-B for helping us kick off the school year by generously providing treats and supplies for our Wilderness Oak teachers and staff!
Your kindness and support mean so much. We are grateful to have such wonderful community partners who help us take care of our staff! Thank you H-E-B, for making our teachers feel appreciated!

Wolf Families! 🐺
Now is a great time to make sure you have a current background clearance on file if you plan on volunteering on campus. This is a district-wide safety requirement to help keep all our students safe.

You can easily check your clearance status or complete the application by visiting the NEISD Volunteer Portal:
👉 https://portal.neisd.net/volunteer?SOURCE=V

If your clearance has expired or you’re new to volunteering, please allow a few days for processing before your scheduled activity.

Thank you for helping make our school community such a safe and supportive place for our kids! 💙🐺

Meet Emily Howard, our new Special Education Teacher at Wilderness Oak.
Emily is excited to return to San Antonio after spending the past two years in Austin. As she begins her fourth year in education, she is passionate about creating inclusive learning environments where every student feels supported and empowered to succeed.
Welcome to the Wilderness, Ms. Howard—we’re so glad you’re here!

Meet Melanie Naldo, our new ECSE Teacher at Wilderness Oak!
Melanie is excited to join the Wilderness Oak family and brings three years of experience in Early Childhood Special Education. She is passionate about creating an inclusive, engaging, and supportive learning environment where every child can grow and reach their fullest potential.
Outside of the classroom, Melanie enjoys working out with her best friend, making memories with her daughter, and spending time with family and friends.
Welcome to the Wolf Pack, Melanie!

Meet Sarah Luther, our new Early Childhood Special Education Teacher at Wilderness Oak!
Sarah is entering her 11th year in education and brings a passion for supporting young learners. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M University–San Antonio, a master’s degree in Reading, and certifications in General Education, Special Education, and ESL. For the past six years, she has served as a Special Education teacher, partnering with students, families, and colleagues to create meaningful learning experiences. Outside of school, Sarah is a proud mom of two teenagers and the wife of a first responder.
Welcome to the Wolf Pack, Sarah!

Meet Denise Caywood, our new Special Education Teacher at Wilderness Oak!
Denise brings 16 years of experience in education, including 9 years in Special Education. She is passionate about helping every child grow, learn, and succeed.
Outside of school, Denise enjoys making memories with her husband, three daughters, seven grandchildren (her beloved “Grandes”), and her dog and cat. She is excited to join the Wilderness Oak community and looks forward to partnering with families for a wonderful school year.
Welcome to the Wolf Pack, Denise!

Meet Greta Hurley, one of our new Special Education Teachers.
Greta is excited to join the Wilderness Oak community after spending 15 years teaching 2nd and 4th grade at Thousand Oaks Elementary. She is thrilled to be returning to Special Education and beginning this new adventure with our students.
Greta is blessed with an incredible husband, three wonderful children, and eight grandchildren who mean the world to her. She looks forward to becoming part of your children's lives and making a positive impact in our school community.
Welcome to the Wilderness, Greta!

Meet Stephanie Rea, our new Cafeteria Manager at Wilderness Oak!
A San Antonio native, Stephanie is excited to join a campus that means so much to her family—her daughter is a current Wolf, and her son is a proud WO alum! She loves creating a welcoming cafeteria where students can enjoy great meals and feel cared for each day. When she's not at school, you'll find her outdoors with family or creating beautiful wreaths and home decor.
Welcome to the Wolf Pack, Stephanie!

Meet Barbara, our new ECSE Assistant at Wilderness Oak!
Barbara brings warmth, patience, and kindness to every student she works with, helping create a safe and nurturing environment where young learners can thrive. She is married, has one son, and while she doesn't have grandchildren of her own, she proudly considers all of her Pre-K students her grandchildren!
Welcome to the Wolf Pack, Barbara—we’re so glad you’re here!