Step right up to the greatest District on Earth! The Laredo Independent School District Top Accelerated Readers were showered with applause and recognition during the LISD Board of Trustees recent meeting for their exceptional efforts in reaching their goal. At the center spotlight, the district honored the Top Elementary Student Nathan Leza, fourth grader at Ryan Elementary School and Top Middle School Student Katelyn Uribe, seventh grader at Memorial Middle School.
LISD Library and Media Services Director Mely Paez expressed her pride in the students’ achievements. “I am thrilled to extend my heartfelt congratulations to our top Accelerated Reader students across the district! Your dedication to reading and your passion for learning have truly set you apart, and I could not be more proud of your achievements.”
Top First Place Kinder through Eighth Grade Students received an Amazon Fire HD 8” Tablet, certificate, medal, and a goodie bag for their academic achievement and reading success. The top students include: Tarver Elementary School Leah Vazquez - Kinder; Dovalina Elementary School Alexander Chavana - First Grade; Alma Pierce Elementary School Edward Duque - Second Grade; Milton Elementary School Omar Molina - Third Grade; Ryan Elementary School Nathan Leza - Fourth Grade; Milton Elementary School Evelyn Navarro - Fifth Grade; Memorial Middle School Emily Zavala - Sixth Grade; Memorial Middle School Katelyn Uribe - Seventh Grade; and Cigarroa Middle School Karina Escobar - Eighth Grade.
Paez highlighted the collaborative effort behind these outstanding reading goals. “This accomplishment is not yours alone; it is the result of the collective efforts of a supportive community. To the parents who fostered a love of reading at home, thank you for being your child’s first teachers and biggest cheerleaders. To the teachers and librarians who guided, encouraged, and inspired these students every step of the way, your commitment to fostering a culture of literacy is invaluable. To the administrators who continually promote and support our reading programs, your leadership ensures that reading remains at the heart of our educational mission.”
For the final act, Paez reminded everyone that the show continues. “Reading is a lifelong journey, and the skills and habits you've developed through the AR program will serve you well in all your future endeavors. I encourage you to continue exploring new worlds through books, discovering new ideas, and sharing your love of reading with others. Together, we are building a brighter future, one book at a time.”