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
LISD would like to congratulate the January 2024 Bilingual Education Scholars of the Month! These students are being recognized for achieving in the cognitive, affective, and linguistic components of their academics. Continue leading the way!
Congratulations to Nayeli Herrera of Memorial Middle School for being named LISD Student of the Month for January 2024
LISD had the ticket to the greatest show on Earth! The LISD 17th Annual Student Technology Expo was a great success. Congratulations to the following campuses for their innovative efforts and passion for technology:
Gallego Elementary School – Elementary Grand Champions
Christen Middle School – Middle Grand Champions
Vidal M. Treviño School of Communications & Fine Arts – High School Grand Champions
Christen Middle School – District Secondary Coding Champions
Gallego Elementary – District Elementary Coding Champions
Gallego Elementary School – Tech Expo Booth - 1st Place Champions
Ryan Elementary School – Tech Expo Booth - 2nd Place Champions and People’s Choice Award for Elementary Schools
Martin HS –Tech Expo Booth - 3rd Place Champions and People’s Choice Award for Secondary Schools
Congratulations to the Nixon High School Barber Class of 2024!
Fully Licensed Class A Barbers:
Kimbery Sandoval
Gerogina Pina (CHS)
Jazmin Vega
Diego Benavides
Congratulations to Zelestte Gonzalez of Cigarroa High School for being named LISD Student of the Month for January 2024
The Laredo ISD's annual Spelling Bee competition featured the best spellers from LISD's elementary and middle schools! For the third consecutive year, Christen Middle School sixth grade student Victoria Salazar won first place. Coming in second place was Alfredo Jose Vazquez, eighth grade student at Lamar Middle School. Winning the third place trophy was Tarver Elementary School third grade student Keyla Desiree Vazquez.
