Laredo Independent School District

LISD's Annual Employee Pink Walk united us all in support of the fight against cancer! Administrators joined forces with our district ambassadors Melissa Valdez, Lamar Middle School Principal, David Charles, Martin High School Athletic Coordinator/Head Football Coach, and Benny Cabello, Nixon High School Athletic Coordinator/Head Football Coach, who are leading the charge to raise funds for the American Cancer Society. Together, we walk for hope, strength, and a cure! 💪

Friendly reminder parents and community members! The Laredo ISD CTE Expo is your chance to discover the different career paths the district offers students. Join us on Wednesday, October 23rd, from 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM at the LISD Performing Arts Complex (2400 San Bernardo Ave.) Explore 29 Programs of Study and 7 Specialty Schools, all designed to prepare students for a bright future. Don’t miss out! #lisdistheplacetobe #lisdleadingtheway

Congratulations to Nixon High School QB Hunter Salinas for being named the KGNS Player of the Week. Hunter led the Mustangs to a win over Eagle Pass Winn last weekend.

*UIL Music Region 14 - 2024 Marching Contest online ticket sales*

The 4th Annual Plant Facilities and Support Services Recognition Luncheon, hosted by LISD Board Trustee Monica Garcia, was a great success! LISD thanks you for your dedication, hard work, and service to the students, staff, and administrators. Congratulations to the winners: Child Nutrition Program: • Sandra Edna Rivera – Cafeteria Manager at Santo Niño Elementary Construction Department: • Jose D. Vazquez - District Operations Specialist Custodial, Fixed Assets, & Textbooks/Records Department: • Pablo Pullin - Custodial Services Supervisor Division of Operations Department: • Juan Manuel Lopez - HVAC Foreman Transportation Department: • Javier Chapa – Bus Driver Performance Arts Complex: • Nieves Galvan - PAC Custodian Plant Facilities and Support Services: • Alexis C. Solis - Transportation Director And a special recognition. This individual has shown outstanding leadership and unwavering support to the students, staff, and community of Laredo ISD. His dedication has ensured the development and integrity of our facilities, making a lasting impact on our schools and the people we serve. Es un gran ejemplo a seguir en nuestro Distrito - Angel Velazquez, LISD Assistant Superintendent for Plant Facilities & Support Services. A special thank you to the Martin High School Culinary Arts students and teachers for their assistance in catering the event. #lisdistheplacetobe #lisdleadingtheway

🚍🚦 Happy America's Safe Schools and National School Bus Safety Week! To kick off the celebration, LISD's Health and Occupational Safety Support Services, Transportation Department, Police Department, and local law enforcement agencies held a proclamation ceremony, followed by a parade, stopping at elementary and secondary schools across the Tiger, Mustang, and Toro feeder patterns. This week promotes school bus safety and encourages everyone—parents, students, educators, and community members—to join forces in prioritizing safety on the road and in our schools. #lisdistheplacetobe #lisdleadingtheway

Attention parents and community members! The Laredo ISD CTE Expo is your chance to discover the different career paths the district offers students. Join us on Wednesday, October 23rd, from 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM at the LISD Performing Arts Complex (2400 San Bernardo Ave.) Explore 29 Programs of Study and 7 Specialty Schools, all designed to prepare students for a bright future. Don’t miss out! #lisdistheplacetobe #lisdleadingtheway

Congratulations to Cigarroa Middle School orchestra students who placed a total of 21 chairs at the TMEA All-Region orchestra auditions this past Saturday at Corpus Christi, Tx. Felicidades to Georgina Chaires (8th grade) for placing 1st Chair on String Bass. Georgina will be leading the All-Region Orchestra bass section for the Clinic/Concert. An additional congratulations to Francisco Espinoza (8th grade) for placing 1st Chair on Violin 1. Francisco will be leading the All-Region 14 Orchestra for the Clinic/Concert as this year’s Middle School Region Orchestra CONCERTMASTER! 1st Violin -Francisco Espinoza CONCERTMASTER -Hilary Gil 2nd Chair -Jocelyn Gil 7th Chair -Samantha Leal 14 Chair 2nd Violin -Carlos Dimas 9th Chair -Juan Benavides 11th Chair -Noelia Perez 14th Chair -Johari Garcia 16th Chair -Amanda Ramos 18th Chair Viola -Alexa Trevino 3rd Chair -Regina Sánchez 6th Chair -Alina González 10th Chair -Yairi Hernández 14th Chair Cello -Allyson Bustamante 4th Chair String Bass -Georgina Chaires Principal Chair -Christopher Morales 2nd Chair -Arianna Torres 4th Chair -Emma Zepeda 6th Chair -Renata Torres 7th Chair -Alexa Urbina 9th Chair -Jailynn Aguilar 10th Chair Congratulations to all of our talented students! Your hard work and dedication have paid off. GO BULLDOGS! #lisdistheplacetobe #lisdleadingtheway

Please be reminded that there will be no classes for LISD students on Monday, October 14, 2024, as this a Staff Development Day for LISD employees. Classes for all students will resume on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, with a regular schedule including transportation, hot meals, instruction, and extracurricular activities. Bottled water will be distributed to every student in every classroom as well as made available to all District staff. Meanwhile, we do ask that you continue to take precautionary measures and follow recommended safety standards as recommended by the City of Laredo while local authorities work closely with state health and environmental agencies to address the situation. For more information, please contact the Office of Communications at (956)273-1730.

The fantastic Operations Team at Laredo ISD worked hard this weekend to ensure our students have water for the week. Kudos to the wonderful staff for always working hard to keep our students safe.

Due to a boil water notice issued by the City of Laredo late Thursday evening, Laredo ISD is cancelling classes at all of its campuses on Friday, October 11, 2024. Classes for LISD are tentatively planned to resume for all students on Tuesday, October 15, as Monday, October 14, is a Staff Development Day for all LISD employees. Therefore there will be no classes for LISD students on Monday, October 14. LISD will closely monitor the situation with city officials and provide additional updates regarding next week’s operations on LISD’s social media.

The LISD Health and Occupational Safety Support Services Department is very proud to announce that Laredo ISD received a return dividend check from Texas Mutual Insurance in the amount of $112,996.95 due to the district’s dedication and commitment to safety.

This October, Laredo ISD is honored to celebrate National Principals Month by recognizing the incredible contributions of our school principals. They are the true definition of leading the way with heart, inspiring change, supporting growth, and driving results. LISD elementary and secondary principals go above and beyond to ensure students have the resources and opportunities to succeed, while also empowering teachers and staff to reach their full potential. Their leadership fosters an environment of collaboration, innovation, and care, ensuring that every student feels valued and every educator feels supported. LISD principals lead 20 elementary schools, four middle schools, four high schools, and five specialty schools, each contributing to the strength and diversity of our district. Their exceptional leadership has played a pivotal role in LISD earning 11 National Blue Ribbon titles, a testament to the excellence they foster across our schools. “Principals wear many hats—they are mentors, advocates, problem-solvers, and visionaries, working tirelessly to meet the needs of their school communities. Their commitment to cultivating a positive school culture is evident in the achievements of our students and the strength of our district as a whole,” Superintendent of Schools Dr. Sylvia G. Rios said. “From guiding staff through new initiatives to building strong relationships with parents and the wider community, LISD principals are instrumental in driving the success of our schools.”

LISD is going RED! October is Dyslexia Awareness Month!

LISD is kicking-off the 2024-2025 Elementary Menu Advisory Committee (E-MAC) with the first meeting of the year at Sanchez Ochoa Elementary School! Five selected 3rd-5th graders from each campus have been invited to participate in this fun and important event, where they got to sample and give feedback on new food items for the upcoming school menus. These students will assist the Child Nutrition Program to evaluate new food items and plan the menus for our students for the upcoming school year. Committee members will advocate for their peers and help plan meals that are pleasing to all students through the Menu Advisory Committee. During the year students will learn and understand the importance about school meals and nutrition. They will be able to sample new food products and make recommendations on a variety of food items. #lisdistheplacetobe #lisdleadingtheway

Congratulations to Nixon High School’s Humberto Silva for being named the KGNS Player of the Week. Humberto had five receptions for 170 yards and 2 touchdowns in the Mustangs win over San Antonio Southside.

Today, Kawas Elementary School proudly hosted a National Blue Ribbon Ceremony, celebrating their second distinction as a National Blue Ribbon School! For the second time in its history, Kawas Elementary has been recognized by the U.S. Department of Education for its students' academic prowess, earning the school a top rank of second in the state of Texas. This historic achievement marks 11 National Blue Ribbon titles for Laredo ISD in just eight years—an unmatched distinction in the area! Hector J. Garcia Early College High School won the Blue Ribbon title in 2017 and 2023. Garcia ECHS remains the only high school in Webb County to earn this award. LISD campuses with National Blue Ribbon titles include: Kawas Elementary School, 2018; Zachry, Dovalina, Ryan, and J.C. Martin Elementary Schools, 2019; Heights and Leyendecker Elementary Schools, 2020; Farias Elementary School, 2023; and Kawas Elementary School, 2024. #NationalBlueRibbon #lisdistheplacetobe #lisdleadingtheway

LISD Attendance Clerks and Attendance Officers were recognized for their hard work on monitoring and accounting of student attendance, ensuring accuracy daily in a caring manner, developing trusting relationships, with a focus on reducing absenteeism. September is Attendance Awareness Month.

Congratulations to Lamar Middle School eighth grader Isaias Villa for being named LISD September Student of the Month.

Congratulations to Cigarroa Middle School eighth grader Juan Munoz for being named LISD September Student of the Month.