
Bulldogs! Its that time of the year again! If you can please help us out and donate a teddy bear for our Sheriffs Teddy Bear Drive! If you are interested in attending please go by the mall on Saturday from 11-2pm at Build a Bear Workshop to donate your bear! Lets all show our South Side Pride!! Goooo Bulldogs!!



The Gifted and Talented referral window is now open! Students currently enrolled in K-12th may be referred for the GT Program by parents, teachers, counselors, community members, peers, or themselves. *See flyer for more information.*



Parents, there will be a safety meeting today at the LISD PAC Auditorium. If you can make plans to attend please do so the meeting will take place at 5:30 PM Today!
Hope to see you all there! GOOOO BULLDOGS!!!



Let's Show Up Together! Laredo Independent School District and Burger King
have partnered for education!
Every month at every campus, students with Perfect Attendance will be entered into a raffle for the selection of that month’s Burger King Queen and King for attendance!
Each King and Queen will be crowned and will receive a Family Pack which includes two Whopper Meals and two Kid’s Meals.


We invite you to a special morning at Cigarroa Middle School to share a delightful breakfast with your beloved grandchild! 🥞☕
🗓️ Date: September 12th
🕘 Time: 6th Grade: 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM
7th Grade: 11:40 AM - 12:10 PM
8th Grade: 12:35 PM - 1:05 PM
📚 Location: Cigarroa Middle School Library
It's a wonderful opportunity to connect with your grandchild's school life, create cherished memories, and enjoy a scrumptious breakfast together. 🥐🥛
We can't wait to see all the smiling faces in the library on September 11th. Let's make this a memorable morning for both generations! 👵🧓❤️ #FamilyTime #GrandparentsDay #CigarroaMiddleSchool #SouthSidePride



Laredo Independent School District proclaimed September as Attendance Awareness Month during a ceremony on Monday morning. The proclamation was conducted in the foyer of the LISD Performing Arts Complex Auditorium.
Students, campus principals, assistant principals, attendance officers, and administrators filled the foyer in support of daily student attendance.
LISD Board of Trustees Vice President Rick Garza and Superintendent Dr. Sylvia G. Rios took turns reading the proclamation.











Parents, This year all athletic event tickets will be purchased through Go Fan and not at the door like years before! In order to facilitate this process we will provide you all with a QR code and website for all events that Cigarroa Middle Will have! Please scan the QR code or click on the link in order to buy your tickets!
https://gofan.co/app/school/TX76687


Parents, for everyones safety and security, we will be utilizing our metal detectors and conducting bag checks during Meet the Teacher Night, today, August 30th from 4-6 pm. Thank you for your support! Goooo Bulldogs!!


📣 Attention Parents! 📣
We are excited to invite you to our upcoming "Meet the Teacher Night" on August 30th from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to connect with our dedicated educators and get a glimpse into your child's upcoming school year.
🏫 Event Details:
🗓 Date: August 30th
🕒 Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
📍 Venue: Girls Gym
We believe that a strong partnership between parents and teachers is essential for the success of our students. Your active involvement plays a crucial role in creating a thriving learning environment.
We look forward to seeing you at the "Meet the Teacher Night" and sharing an inspiring evening together. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us. Let's make this school year a fantastic one, hand in hand!


🎓 Exciting Opportunity for Bulldog Parents 🐾📚
Are you curious about the Gifted and Talented (GT) program for your child? Join us for an informative session where we'll dive into the details of the program and how it can benefit your child's education! 🌟
📅 Date: September 14
🕒 TBA
📍 Where: Virtual Session
Don't miss out on this chance to learn more about fostering your child's talents and potential. To participate, simply scan the QR code or click on the registration link below. 📲👇 #SOUTHSIDEPRIDE



LISD will resume classes
Upon completion of appropriate law enforcement agency facility checks, Laredo ISD will resume classes tomorrow, August 29, 2023.
LISD reanuadaran clases
Una vez completadas las verificaciones apropiadas de las instalaciones de las agencias policiales, Laredo ISD reanudará las clases mañana, 29 de agosto de 2023.


LISD and UISD are releasing students early today, Monday, August 28.
Out of an abundance of caution in response to a general safety threat made to schools in the South Texas area, Laredo ISD and United ISD will be releasing students early today, Monday, August 28th as follows:
1. High schools at 12:30 PM
2. Middle schools at 1:00PM
3. Elementary schools at 1:30 PM
Any threat received is taken seriously, therefore, local and federal law enforcement agencies as well as school district administration believe this early release is a precaution to ensuring the safety of students and staff.
Immediate investigation by local and federal law enforcement officials continues.
Plans are to resume classes tomorrow, August 29, 2023, upon completion of appropriate law enforcement agency facility checks.


🎉 Exciting News Alert! 📣 Introducing the Bulldog News 🐾📰
Hey there, amazing Bulldogs! 🎈 Get ready to dive into the latest happenings, awesome stories, and buzzing updates because the wait is over! 🎉 We proudly present to you the very first episode of Bulldog News for the 23-24 school year!
🚀 Our talented Cigarroa Middle School students have been working tirelessly to bring you a show that's informative, entertaining, and packed with enthusiasm. From covering school events, student spotlights, sports highlights, to cracking jokes and sharing the latest trends – we've got it all!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AioNa8GX2Ck

Parents join us tomorrow for our first parent meeting of the year! Hope to see everyone there! GOOO BULLDOGS!


ATTENTION! LISD releasing students at all campuses due to Tropical Storm Harold
After assessing current weather conditions and participating in discussions with City of Laredo Emergency Management Team (EMT) and UISD, the Laredo Independent School District is releasing students at all LISD campuses today, Tuesday, August 22.
LISD high schools will release students at 11:00 a.m. LISD middle schools will release student at 11:30 a.m., while elementary school students will be released at 12:00 p.m.
Parents are asked to please pick up their children as soon as possible.
LISD Transportation Department has already sent buses for those students who rely on bus transportation.
Classes at LISD will resume on Wednesday, August 23, at their regularly scheduled time.
LISD will continue monitoring the weather situation and notify the public of any other changes in our schedules via the district’s social media and the local media.
For more information, please contact your school district at LISD Office of Communications at (956) 273-1730 or the UISD Office of Communications at (956)473-6244.


Parents! Join us tomorrow for our "Those from August" parent meeting! To join please use the following link. https://meet.google.com/vqv-dowd-qdr




Throughout the week and in preparation for the 2023-2024 school year, LISD teachers have been attending Smart Conference Training. They are absorbing information about new strategies and techniques they can use in the classroom to improve student learning.











*2023-2024 Standardized Dress Code for Elementary and Secondary Schools*





Get noticed! Be part of LISD's 2023-2024 Back-to-School Convocation on Wednesday, August 2, 2023! *See flyer for more information.*


Get noticed! Be part of LISD's 2023-2024 Back-to-School Convocation!
*See flyer for more information.*
