Laredo Independent School District

Laredo ISD and Sames Auto Group hit the road for the 13th Annual Drive Sames 4 Education Perfect Attendance Incentive Program! Students from all four high schools are in the race for perfect attendance, and one will drive off in a brand-new 2026 Chevrolet Trax on Graduation Day!

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LISD Job Opportunities! Please view flyer and submit your employment application on-line at www.laredoisd.org

*All jobs posted will close at 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.*

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🦅 The Hawks have landed! Excitement filled the halls at Macdonell Elementary as students soared into a brand new school year. Here’s to high-flying adventures, new friendships, and endless learning ahead! Let’s make this year one to remember, Hawks!

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It’s the first day of school at LISD! 🍎 Our classrooms are filled with excitement as students and staff begin a year of learning, growth, and new possibilities. Let’s Level Up and make every day count!

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LISD students took their learning beyond the classroom and into the courtroom! 🏛️ At the Webb County Justice Center, Judge Beckie Palomo offered juniors and seniors the opportunity to explore the legal system through hands-on experience while earning community service hours.

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The LISD Police Department hosted the Annual Blessing of the Badges for all local law enforcement agencies at the LISD PAC. Father Jerry Gutierrez performed the blessing of the badges

What a way to Level Up and kick off the 2025–2026 school year! LISD brought the energy, the pride, and the laughter at this year’s Back to School Convocation, featuring none other than the hilarious Josh Jay Nieto! 🎤

Staff from every campus and department showed up repping their school colors, waving signs, and bringing that unmatched enthusiasm! The pride was real, the vibes were high, and the commitment to students was louder than ever. At LISD, we are family, and it showed!

Here’s to leveling up in every classroom, hallway, and campus across LISD!

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Congratulations to the following LISD campuses and employees recognized at the 2025–2026 Back to School Convocation for their exceptional attendance:

Martin High School – Most Improved High School
Christen Middle School – Most Improved Middle School
Farias Elementary – Top Performing Elementary
Garcia ECHS – Top Non-Comprehensive High School
Dovalina Elementary – Most Improved Overall
Transportation Department – Outstanding Team Attendance

Thank you for setting the example and making every day count!

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Laredo’s combined law enforcement officials including Laredo ISD Police Departments, in conjunction with the City of Laredo Police Department, the Webb County Sheriff’s Office, and the Constable’s Office reminded the public about school bus safety, speed limits and the use of electronic devices while driving in school zones. Monday, August 11, is the first day of class for Laredo ISD.

Laredo Independent School District elementary campuses hosted Meet the Teacher Night on Thursday evening. Tarver Elementary School staff and administration welcomed back students and parents for the 2025-26 school year. Parents visited their teacher’s classroom for a firsthand look into the learning their children will receive daily. Parents learned what expectations the teachers have set for their classes. Teachers also answered questions and concerns from the parents.

From checkups to community care, our 2025 Health Fair had it all! Thank you to everyone who helped us kick off the school year with health, heart, and high spirits. Here’s to a strong start and an even stronger year ahead!

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REMINDER: As we welcome students back on Monday, August 11th, we’d like to remind families of House Bill 1481, a new Texas law that goes into effect this school year.

📵 The law prohibits the use of personal communication devices, such as cell phones, smartwatches, and tablets, during the school day for all students from Pre-K through 12th grade.

Devices must be turned off and kept in backpacks from the first bell to the last, even in hallways, restrooms, cafeterias, and other school spaces.

Let’s work together to create distraction-free learning environments across LISD!

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👟 Keeping it sharp from head to toe! Please view the 2025–2026 LISD Standardized Dress Code. Let’s make this year one to remember!

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2025-2026 Dress Code for Laredo ISD

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LISD Job Opportunities! Please view flyer and submit your employment application on-line at www.laredoisd.org

*All jobs posted will close at 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.*

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🚌 Buckle up! It's time to roll into a brand new school year! The 2025–2026 bus routes are ready, and so are we!

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The spirit was loud and proud on Day Two of the Superintendent’s Leadership Summit. Campuses and department heads repped their colors with pride, showing that while we come from different corners of the district, we’re all moving forward with one purpose—to LEVEL UP!

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Laredo ISD! Ready. Set. LEVEL UP! Day One of the Superintendent’s Leadership Summit was a powerful launch into a year of growth and excellence. With a focus to empower, evolve, and excel, our team is focused on driving student success across every campus and department!

Congratulations to LISD’s Principals and Professionals of the Year:

Secondary Principal of the Year
Geri Arredondo – Dr. Dennis D. Cantu Early College High School

Rookie Principal of the Year
Amber Almanza – Don Jose Gallego Elementary School

Support Professional of the Year
Esteban Rangel – Executive Director for District Operations and Personnel Relations, LISD Plant Facilities and Support Services

Support Professional of the Year
Edith Perez – Coordinator of Accounting and Budget, Division of Finance

Elementary Principal of the Year
Lisa Soto – Leon Daiches Elementary School

Secondary Assistant Principal of the Year
Jacinta Dominguez – M.B. Lamar Middle School

Elementary Assistant Principal of the Year
Virginia Juarez – Santa Maria Elementary School

Level-Up Achievement Award
Myrtala Ramirez – Executive Director for Elementary Education

In addition, LISD received a Workers’ Compensation Dividend Return Check from Texas Mutual in the amount of $260,067.87 for our district’s continued efforts to reduce workplace accidents and promote employee safety.

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LISD is celebrating the start of the school year by honoring our dedicated substitute teachers! During the annual meeting, those who served over 100 days supporting our students were recognized for their exceptional commitment. Thank you for helping us fulfill our mission of empowering minds, shaping futures, and strengthening communities! 🍎

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Congratulations to LISD LCDC Substance Abuse Coordinator Cindy Lopez for receiving the 2025 Nuestro Orgulloo (Our Pride) Award – Professional Category from the Webb County Community Coalition of SCAN.

The Webb County Community Coalition (WCCC) of SCAN recognizes those individuals in the community who have made an outstanding contribution to the field of drug prevention, intervention, treatment, and/or aftercare during the past year.

Each year, the Webb County Community Coalition (WCCC) of SCAN presents this award to an individual who works in the field of drug prevention, intervention, or treatment as a paid employee of an agency, business, or organization.

Cindy Lopez, LCDC is a Substance Abuse Coordinator at the Laredo Independent School District. She was previously a counselor at SCAN and has helped many individuals suffering from substance abuse. She actively collaborates with SCAN Drug Prevention Programs so they can provide services at campuses throughout the Laredo Independent School District. She regularly attends several SCAN community meetings