Please enjoy reading the Trevino Magnet School January/February Newsletter which was produced and written by VMT students.
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Trevino Magnet School and Martin High School junior Jesus Martinez has been accepted to the prestigious and world-renown Interlochen Center for the Arts Residency Program for his senior year of high school. Jesus was also selected as a member of the Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) All-State Band. He received a first chair in Tuba at the Area finals earning him a spot in the 2024 TMEA All-State Band Concert.
Congratulations to Martin High School's Frida Garcia for being named the LISD February Student of the Month.
Frida Garcia is a 10th grade student at Martin High School. She is also enrolled at the Dr. Dennis D. Cantu Health Science Early College High School and is ranked fourth in her class.
Frida is a member of the school’s HOSA chapter. This fall she competed for the first time in Human Growth and Development and placed third in Area 7 qualifying for State where she will be competing against the top 21 students in Texas. Her favorite part of the school day is when she gets to learn about Forensic Science and Anatomy.
Frida is actively involved with the Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council where she advocates the importance of literacy skills while visiting elementary schools, as well as, with her fellow committee members, bringing to light issues in the district from a student’s point of view. She was also elected by her peers as the class of 2026 President.
Frida's future goals are to attend the University of Austin and major in Speech Pathology. She hopes to become a Speech Language Pathologist to help her community.
In her free time, Frida enjoys dancing and singing. She attended Santa Maria Elementary School and Christen Middle School. Frida is the daughter of Adilia and Otativo Garcia.
Martin and Nixon Boys Basketball in State UIL Playoffs on Tuesday, February 20.
LISD ‘s Office of Communications hosted the 4th Annual LISD Scholars Golf Tournament on Saturday, February 10, at the Casa Blanc Golf Course. Close to 100 golfers enjoyed a fun-filled day of golf that included breakfast and lunch, door prizes, a cool goodie bag and a warm feeling from supporting LISD’s graduates on their way to college. Thanks to our sponsors and golfers LISD was able to raise money for scholarships for students from Martin High School, Nixon High School, Cigarroa High School, Garcia Early College High School, and Valdez High School.
LISD ‘s Office of Communications hosted the 4th Annual LISD Scholars Golf Tournament on Saturday, February 10, at the Casa Blanc Golf Course. Close to 100 golfers enjoyed a fun-filled day of golf that included breakfast and lunch, door prizes, a cool goodie bag and a warm feeling from supporting LISD’s graduates on their way to college. Thanks to our sponsors and golfers LISD was able to raise money for scholarships for students from Martin High School, Nixon High School, Cigarroa High School, Garcia Early College High School, and Valdez High School.
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*
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.
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 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.
Swimmers from Martin, Nixon and Cigarroa High Schools participated in the District Swim Meet hosted by LISD at the Carroll Summers Jr. Aquatic Center.
LISD swimmers from Martin,, Nixon, and Cigarroa High Schools participated in the District Swim Meet hosted by LISD. at the Carroll Summers Aquatic Center.
LISD Attendance Officers / Scouts were recognized for their dedication and commitment with student attendance intervention efforts in Fall Semester. Congratulations to their Attendance Teams and Principals! Arminda Gonzalez - Nixon High School - 2,944 interventions, Sirenia Serrano - Zachry Elementary School - 2,800 interventions, Mariana P. Vazquez - Christen Middle School - 2,751 interventions (not in picture), Noe G. Gamez - Martin High School - 2,284 interventions (not in picture), Eva Palomo - Ligarde Elementary School - 1,151 interventions, and Roberto Arteaga - Sanchez/Ochoa Elementary School - 1,073 interventions.
Laredo ISD to resume classes Tuesday, January 9, 2024.
Christmas came early for many LISD Elementary students, when they received gifts at the Tigerland Toy Distribution hosted by LISD Board President Juan Ramirez.
Congratulations to Athena Ponce of Martin High School for being named LISD Student of the Month for December 2023.
Congratulations to LISD’ December Student of the Month recipients. They are Alesandra Gabrielle Mata, Christen Middle School; Miguel Angel Martinez, Memorial Middle School; Alberto Santos-Rivera, Lamar Middle School; Carlos Serna, Cigarroa Middle School; Athena Ponce, Martin High School; Hunter Salinas, Nixon High School; Adrian Zamora, Cigarroa High School; and Valeria Ledesma, Garcia Early College High School.
The Student of the Month Program is designed to recognize worthy students for their exemplary academic efforts, community service, citizenship, athletics, or volunteer service. The student should demonstrate average academic effort, good school attendance and good discipline. The nominated student should also demonstrate one of the four Leading the Way categories; Leading with Heart, Inspiring Change, Supports Growth, and Drive Results.
Get to know LISD’s Student of the Month better by clicking on the SOTM banner on the LISD website
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at LISD! LISD welcomed the holiday season with its annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony along with live performances by school cheerleaders, dance teams, bands, choir, and of course Santa Claus made a special appearance for the children..
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas at LISD! Join us for the lighting of the LISD Christmas Tree Thursday, November 30, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. at the LISD Performing Arts Complex Foyer and Auditorium located at 2400 San Bernardo Ave.
