Palo Alto College Veteran Affairs

09/02/2026

https://news.va.gov/press-room/va-cemeteries-to-host-national-day-of-service-and-remembrance-marking-the-25th-anniversary-of-9-11/

National Day of Service and Remembrance hosted at VA cemeteries marking the 25th anniversary of 9/11.

08/28/2026

For those of you on the Ketrville area!

Veteran Benefits Fair - Sept 3 in Kerrville!

08/24/2026

What are you reading?

08/21/2026

Welcome Aboard, Sir!

Welcome to Military City USA®!

The City of San Antonio is proud to welcome Major General (Ret.) Scott Jackson as the new Director of the Military and Veteran Affairs Department (MVAD).

Major General Jackson brings decades of distinguished leadership and service in the United States Army, retiring at the rank of Major General. His extensive military experience, commitment to service, and understanding of the unique needs of service members, veterans, and military families will help guide San Antonio’s continued work to support our military community and strengthen the missions that call our region home.

As Director, he will lead MVAD’s efforts to advocate for Joint Base San Antonio, support military and veteran initiatives, strengthen community partnerships, and advance San Antonio’s proud legacy as Military City USA®.

Please join us in welcoming Major General Scott Jackson, U.S. Army (Ret.), to the City of San Antonio team!

Welcome aboard, General Jackson!

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08/15/2026

We will be closed Tuesday morning but we will be ready to serve you that afternoon!

Hey Palominos! 🐴

Palo Alto College will be closed Tuesday, August 18, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. so our faculty and staff can attend a mandatory all-college event.

We’ll reopen and resume normal operations after 1 p.m. that day. 👍 We will see you soon.

08/14/2026

Retired Military Town Hall

JBSA Retired Military Town Hall

08/14/2026

Good to Know!

# # 🇺🇸 DID YOU KNOW?

# # # 📢 Staying Informed About VA Changes Can Help Protect Your Benefits

VA benefits, policies, programs, eligibility rules, and procedures can change over time. **Don’t depend only on Facebook groups, TikTok, or word of mouth for important VA information.** Social media can be helpful for learning what questions to ask—but verify information through official sources.

# # # 🔔 WAYS TO STAY IN THE LOOP

🌐 **Check VA.gov regularly**
Use the VA’s official website for benefit information, eligibility requirements, forms, claims updates, health care information, and announcements.
**va.gov**

📧 **Subscribe to VA email updates**
VA offers email subscriptions covering topics such as benefits, health care, education, employment, and Veteran programs.
**news.va.gov**

📰 **Follow VA News**
VA News publishes updates about benefits, programs, resources, deadlines, and changes affecting Veterans and their families.
**news.va.gov**

📱 **Follow VERIFIED VA social media accounts**
VA and individual VA facilities use social media to announce events, enrollment information, program changes, town halls, and other updates.

🏥 **Stay connected with your local VA**
Your VA Medical Center and regional office may provide information specific to your area. Sign up for newsletters, attend town halls, and watch for outreach events.

🎖️ **Stay connected with an accredited VSO or representative**
Accredited Veterans Service Organizations and representatives can help explain changes that may affect claims or benefits.
**https://lnkd.in/gDbyNh3N

📜 **For the actual rules, check the source**
When you hear that a VA rating, eligibility rule, or regulation has changed, look for confirmation through **VA.gov, the Federal Register, or the Electronic Code of Federal Regulations.**
**federalregister.gov**
**ecfr.gov**

# # # ⚠️ IMPORTANT

A viral post saying **“VA changed the rules!”** doesn't necessarily mean the change is already effective—or that it applies to everyone.

Before changing a claim strategy, submitting paperwork, or assuming you'll lose or gain a benefit, **verify the effective date, who the change applies to, and whether VA has issued official guidance.**

💡 **TIP:** Keep your contact information current with VA so important letters and notifications actually reach you.

**Stay informed. Verify the source. Know your benefits. 🇺🇸**

08/13/2026

Campus Safety Tips from the Alamo Colleges Police Department.

08/13/2026

Outstanding!

Alamo Colleges District is projecting to surpass 100,000 students this fall. It's also getting millions less than expected in state funding.