Congratulation to LISD Student of the Month Jonathan Torres of Memorial Middle School.
Memorial Middle School eighth grader Jonathan Torres is an exceptional student who is both a leader and a role model to his peers.
He has maintained excellent attendance and grades. His favorite part of the school day is when he attends his math class and gets to play soccer with his classmates.
Jonathan additionally devotes a lot of time to extracurricular activities as he participates in the Mighty Eagle Soccer team. In his free time, Jonathan enjoys spending time with his cousins practicing and perfecting his soccer skills.
Jonathan hopes to get a scholarship and play soccer for Texas A&M International University while he works on getting his bachelor's degree.
Congratulation to LISD Student of the Month for May Cynthia Molina from Cigarroa Middle School.Molina is an eighth-grade honors and gifted and talented student at Cigarroa Middle School.
Cynthia is Captain of the school’s Robotics Team, and a member of Junior FFA, Algebra Program, National Junior Honor Society. She enjoys coming to school because she likes to learn new things in her algebra classes.
Medina’s goal is to attend Texas A&M University to major in Business. Once she completes her studies, Cynthia plans to own her own business.
Medina enjoys spending time tending to her horses, goats, and many other animals at her family’s ranch. As a member of the National Honor Society, Cynthia volunteers at the Pet Shelter and the South Texas Food Bank.
She attended Zachry Elementary School and plans to go to Nixon High School and the BIPS Early College Academy. Cynthia is the daughter of Irving and Nancy Lozano.
ATTENTION: As part of our ongoing efforts to enhance school safety, each registered student will receive a FREE clear backpack for the 2024-2025 school year.
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Congratulation to LISD Student of the Month for May Jayleen Turrubiates from Christen Middle School. Turrubiartes is a GT student who works hard to keep good grades.
Jayleen is part of the Mighty Christen Middle School Mariachi and Band programs. She proudly represents these programs by playing the trumpet. Turrubiartes is also a member of Junior Honors Society, the cheer squad, and basketball team.
Jayleen’s favorite part of the school day is her math class because she learns so much.
She is also the running back for the Wildcats a city league football team. In her free time Jayleen likes to paint, play volleyball, and play football with her stepdad.
Jayleen main goal for her future is to attend TAMIU. She hopes to become a soldier in the United States Army or attend medical school so she can be a pediatrician to help children in need.
Turrubiartes attended Macdonell Elementary School and she plans on going to Nixon High School. Jayleen is the proud daughter of Maria Berdare and Mike Cruz.
Laredo ISD Library and Media Services Department is thrilled to announce that Laredo Independent School District clinched 1st place in the Capstone PebbleGo Science Discovery Derby! Over 10 weeks, dedicated LISD students read 37,784 nonfiction articles, showcasing their passion for learning. Special shoutout to Farias Elementary, a National Blue Ribbon School, for leading the way with exceptional participation and earning the title of the top schools in the competition throughout the region!
Principal Vanessa Ortegon expressed, "This incredible achievement reflects our hard work and the support of our community." Kudos to J.C. Martin Elementary for placing 3rd and all our schools for this amazing victory!
Nixon High School senior girls’ basketball player Danica Robles signed her NLI with Five Towns College in New York. Robles will be continuing her academic and basketball journey at the collegiate level.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Summer school classes resume at LISD tomorrow, Dovalina & Ligarde Elementary Schools remain closed
Laredo ISD Summer School classes will resume at all LISD elementary, middle, and high schools on Thursday, May 30, 2024, with the exception of Ligarde and Dovalina Elementary Schools.
Dovalina and Ligarde Elementary Schools remain closed due to power outages caused by Tuesday night’s thunderstorm. AEP is expecting for power to be restored at Dovalina and Ligarde tomorrow.
LISD Transportation will be providing service for students who normally depend on school bus rides. The LISD Child Nutrition Program will be serving warm and nutritious breakfast and lunch meals to students and to children ages 18 and younger through their Summer Meals program.
LISD is celebrating the incredible achievements of Martin, Nixon, and Cigarroa High School graduates! From receiving their diplomas to embarking on new adventures, these students are ready to conquer the world. Congratulations, Class of 2024! Continue leading the way!
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Caps off to new adventures! Today LISD high school seniors from Nixon, Cigrarroa, and Martin High Schools toss their hats, celebrate their journey, and step into the future with dreams as high as the sky. Here's to the LISD Class of 2024!
Don't forget to abide by the Sames Auto Arena bag policy.
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Congratulations to the GECHS Class of 2024!
Congratulation to LISD Student of the Month for May from Cigarroa High School Mareily Coto Rivera.
Mareily Coto Rivera is a ninth-grade student at Cigarroa High School. She is part of the school’s P-TECH Program.
Mareily likes coming to school because she like learning new things from each of her classes. Her favorite part of the school day is her fifth block where she gets to attend her P-Tech classes.
She is an active member of the Mariachi Azteca and Orchestra.
Mareily plans on attending TAMIU or University of Texas at Austin. Coto Rivera hopes to purse a master’s degree in the construction or medical field. She hopes to work in the Construction Management or Medical field.
When she is not busy with her schoolwork, Mareily enjoys skating and learning French.
She attended D.D. Hachar Elementary School and Cigarroa Middle School. Mareily is the daughter of Evelyn Rivera and Hugo Coto.
Congratulation to LISD Student of the Month for May from Martin High School Jaqueline Medina. Medina is a ninth-grade student at Martin High School and is a distinguished member of the school’s Mariachi group, Los Tigers Del Sur.
Jaqueline is a remarkable student, showcasing her exceptional leadership skills as the JV Section Leader in the Mariachi Los Tigres del Sur. Her favorite part of the day is when she gets to attend Mariachi rehearsals so she can practice her craft.
Beyond her musical talents, Jaqueline is recognized for her academic excellence and her remarkable leadership, which is evidenced by her receiving the Laredo ISD ACE Award.
In her free time, Jaqueline likes to draw, listen to music and hang out with her friends.
Jaqueline is the daughter of Brenda and Antonio Medina.
Congratulation to LISD Student of the Month for May from Garcia Early College High School Isabella Mendoza.
Mendoza is a 10th grade student at Garcia Early College High and is ranked 18 in her class. She is dual-enrolled at TAMIU and is currently taking college credit courses in Psychology and Music Theory.
Isabella is an active student on campus and in our community. She is President of the Art Club, and part of the Superintendents Student Advisory Council, Student Council, National Honor Society, UIL Ready Writing, and the school newspaper, The Phoenix Quarterly.
Isabella volunteers at her church, Our Lady of Guadalupe. One her biggest passions is being an Alter Server. This year, she was named the church youth group leader. In her free time, Mendoza likes to read the Bible and loves performing to worship songs which allow her to bring glory to God first.
Isabella plan on attending St. Mary’s University or the University of Houston to pursue her degree in Political Science. She hopes to attend law school so she can come back to Laredo and serve her community as a Lawyer.
She attended Farias Elementary School and Cigarroa Middle School. Isabella is the daughter of Isela and Jesus Mendoza.
Congratulation to LISD Student of the Month Yeikol Chapa from Nixon High School.
Chapa is the Valedictorian for the Nixon High School Class of 2024. Chapa will graduate with an overall GPA of 107.45. She is also a student at the Business, Industry, and Public Services (BIPS) Early College Academy at Nixon High School.
Yeikol’s favorite part of the school day is when she gets to go to her criminal justice class because she gets to learn about the different things going on in the world.
Yeikol’s academic accolades include National Hispanic College Board Recognition, CTE Award, Border Patrol Youth of the Month, the M.B. Lamar Medal Recipient, and the prestigious Terry Foundation scholarship recipient.
Chapa is also a standout athlete where she was Captain of the tennis team. She was selected La Estrella Deporte and received the Triple A Award.
Yeikol is involved in various organizations at school. She is the President of the National Honor Society, Vice-President of the Criminal Justice Club, a member of Spanish National Honor Society, UIL Academics, and the Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council.
Outside of school Chapa is busy being a private tutor with Clever Minds STEM Tutoring Center, working as a team member at Academy Sports and Outdoors, and volunteering with National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, 911 City of Laredo, Laredo Tennis Association, and Prime Sports Camps at the Laredo Country Club.
During her free time, Yeikol enjoys playing video games, going to the gym, and reading,
This fall Yeikol will be attending University of Texas at Austin on a four-year scholarship. She will be majoring in biomedical engineering with aspirations of going to medical school to become a surgeon or orthopedic surgeon.
Yeikol the daughter of Damaris Rivera and Salvador Chapa. She attended Ryan Elementary School and Lamar Middle School.
Laredo ISD is fueling up for a summer of fun! Excited to kick off the district's Child Nutrition Program's Seamless Summer Option Meals Program at D.D. Hachar Elementary School! Join us as we nourish minds and bodies for a season of adventure and growth.
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Congratulations to Santa Maria Elementary School Counselor Yvonne Sandoval for being named LISD's Counselor of the Year! Your support and guidance light the way for our students' success. Thank you for leading the way, inspiring growth, driving results, and supporting growth!
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Graduation Day is finally here! Garcia ECHS Seniors are ready to walk the stage and celebrate all their hard work. Here's to the Phoenix Class of 2024 and the incredible journey ahead!
Don't forget to abide by LISD's clear bag policy for a smooth and memorable ceremony!
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Today, Laredo ISD proudly celebrates the newly constructed J. A. Kawas Elementary School with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The state-of-the-art $16.4M campus will feature 31 instructional classrooms from Pre-K - fifth grade, three computer labs, two science labs, a music room, cafeteria and full kitchen prep, administrative offices, library media center, gymnasium, nurses’ station, drop off/pick up lanes for students, parking lot improvements, security fencing and facility access control, covered canopies, and two courtyards.
Designed by Cavazos Architects and built by Leyendecker Construction, the new Kawas Elementary School is a significant milestone for the mighty Armadillos!
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The countdown to graduation has begun! Keep up with the Class of 2024 by scanning the QR code or heading to laredoisd.org for all the latest updates. Youtube lives will soon be posted!
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