Join us in celebrating Read Across America Week (February 26th - March 1st)!
Happy National School Counseling Week! The LISD Guidance and Counseling Department held an appreciation luncheon to honor all elementary, middle, and high school counselors for their hard work and dedication. Thank you for helping the district lead the way to student success! #lisdistheplacetobe
Valentine’s Day is a special day for the LISD community. However, to further enhance our safety culture during these types of holidays, LISD is fine-tuning Valentines’ Day delivery protocols. Expectations are that all visitor procedures are followed as a Standard Operating Procedure. Please ensure the following:
Deliveries to LISD Campuses
• Delivery of Valentine gifts (flowers, candies, balloons, etc.) by vendors, parents and other visitors will only be allowed at each LISD campus between 8:00 am and 11:00 am.
• A preferred delivery method and best practice is to set up a table monitored by staff to receive all deliveries.
• Ensure campus visitor management safety protocols are followed at all times.
• No singing telegrams allowed.
• Gifts must be of reasonable size, must not be breakable, and must be clearly and firmly marked with the student recipient’s name, teacher’s name, and grade. Gifts with balloons will not be allowed on school buses as they could pose a hazard to the drivers and passengers.
• The name and contact information of the florist/company delivering the gift to the school must also be included.
• LISD is not responsible or liable for any misplaced or damaged merchandise.
Deliveries of Gifts to Students
• Only campus personnel are permitted to make classroom deliveries to students.
• Deliver and distribute gifts to students in the afternoon.
• No head mask/covering allowed at any time.
• Students are not allowed to share any non-wrapped food items.
• All food items must be store bought and not homemade.
• Any balloon/flower arrangements are to be taken home at the end of the school day.
The LISD Human Resources Department hosted a successful Hiring Event at the South Texas Workforce Solutions.
Martin High School students visited Milton Elementary School to teach the Junior Achievement Curriculum to students in all grade levels.
Need help with your FAFSA? The LISD Guidance and Counseling Department, with the assistance of TAMIU and Laredo College, will be hosting a Financial Aid Drive Monday, February 12, 2024 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. *See flyer for more information*
Francisco Farias Elementary School and the Hector J. Garcia Early College High School were recognized this week in Austin during the State Board of Education meeting by State Board representative Melissa N. Ortega. Farias and GECHS were honored for being named National Blue Ribbon Schools by the U. S. Department of Education.
The Laredo ISD Federal Programs Department invites you to the 2nd Annual Federal Programs Parent Meeting on February 8, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Santo Niño Elementary School. This opportunity will provide parents with high impact instructional strategies and accountability updates that will benefit our students.
The Federal Programs Department is committed to providing our students with the opportunity to obtain a high-quality education and reach proficient and advanced levels of achievement on the state assessment. Community agencies from South Texas Food Bank and Laredo Housing Authority will be on hand to discuss the different programs available, along with pre qualifications.
LISD is hosting a Hiring Event scheduled for this Tuesday, February 6, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at South Texas Workforce Solutions
Martin High School presented 10 Tiger Legends inductees for the Class of 2024 during a ceremony at the school library.
The Legends were recognized for their outstanding achievements and contributions as distinguished graduates of MHS. During the ceremony, the inductees were honored with a standing ovation and a parade of applause for their recognition.
Honorary students each read a short biography and presented a brief presentation of an inductee’s life and their accomplishments and contributions during and after high school.
This year’s inductees include JROTC Singing Cadets, 1971 - 73'; Antonio “ Tony” Reyes, 1972; James Marcus Pappas, 1974; Melissa Laura Mojica, 1976; Gerardo Javier Pinzon, 1982; Jerry Martinez, 1986; Raul Gomez Jr., 1988; Juan J. Ramirez Jr., 1992; Ericka Gutierrez Martinez, 2002; and Julio C. Ruiz, 2008.
Congraulations! #onceatigeralwaysatiger
LISD is hosting a Hiring Event scheduled for this Tuesday, February 6, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at South Texas Workforce Solutions
Laredo Independent School District recognized the top JROTC students during the JROTC Honorable Cadet Ceremony at Cigarroa High School. The Honorable Cadets are from Martin High School junior Carlos Andrade, Nixon High School junior Xerina Coleman, and Cigarroa High School junior Ashley Adame were named LISD’s Honorable Cadets for their qualities and leadership skills as cadets who demonstrate outstanding capabilities as active members of their community through service, self-discipline, responsibility, and respect. The recognition was conducted by LISD’s ROTC Program and the LISD College, Career and Military Readiness Department.
The Heights Elementary School Library Club held a Fabuloso Collection Drive for the Laredo Animal Protective Society (LAPS). During the week the club asked their classmates to donate one bottle or $1 for the collection. With their help, the library members surpassed their goal of 101 bottles to celebrate the One Hundred and One Fabulous Days of School. The students also dressed up in outfits from One Hundred and One Dalmatians movie.
LISD is hiring a Theater Design/Technical Specialist. You can visit our website at laredoisd.org for job description and salary details. #lisdistheplacetobe
Congratulations to Nixon High School junior Austlynn Quiroz who was declared the Grand Champion of the 2023-2024 LISD Secondary Science Fair. She won first place in the Engineering, Physics, Math, and Coding division with her science project “Bayes’ Theorem Year Two: Implementation to Society.
Santa Maria Elementary School Blue Jays are 100 days smarter! #lisdistheplacetobe
Heights Elementary School Early Childhood students celebrated the 100th Day of School with a parade through the hallways of the school followed by games and activities in the classroom. Students dressed up in costumes and 100 days of school t-shirts.
Congratulations to LISD’s Border Patrol January Youth of the Month Award recipients. They are Karina De La Cruz of Cigarroa High School, Jaxson Morin of Nixon High School, Fatima Gonzalez of Garcia Early College High School, and Trianna Garza of Martin High School.
Congratulations to Ethan Gonzalez, Heights Elementary School 4th grader, who created and published his first book entitled “Natasha la Cucaracha y su amigo Nacho el Cucaracho.” With the help of his father, Ethan took just over one year write and create the original character designs for his book.
Congratulations to Jennifer Vega of Christen Middle School for being named LISD Student of the Month for January 2024
