VMT is ready to “Spice It Up”! 🎥🌶️
The VMT Radio/TV/Film Department recorded the first episode of its exciting new show, “Spice It Up,” featuring LISD Superintendent of Schools Guillermo Pro as the show’s first guest! 🔥
The challenge? Answer as many questions as possible while enjoying hot wings and increasing the spice level with every round! 🌶️🔥
Hosted by sophomore Josue Ramos, the episode gave VMT students valuable, hands-on experience in writing, producing, filming, and editing an entire television production from start to finish.
👏 Congratulations to the student production crew:
Emma Zepeda, Katherine Calderon, Brayan Fermin, Adrienne Bustamante, and Emma Arriaga.
We can’t wait to see the finished episode! Stay tuned for its publication on the VMT Radio/TV/Film Productions YouTube channel.
🎬 Watch it here:
https://www.youtube.com/@RTVVMTProductions
#LISDthePlaceToBe #VMT #SpiceItUp #StudentSuccess #BreakingBarriers
The VMT Radio/TV/Film Department recorded the first episode of its exciting new show, “Spice It Up,” featuring LISD Superintendent of Schools Guillermo Pro as the show’s first guest! 🔥
The challenge? Answer as many questions as possible while enjoying hot wings and increasing the spice level with every round! 🌶️🔥
Hosted by sophomore Josue Ramos, the episode gave VMT students valuable, hands-on experience in writing, producing, filming, and editing an entire television production from start to finish.
👏 Congratulations to the student production crew:
Emma Zepeda, Katherine Calderon, Brayan Fermin, Adrienne Bustamante, and Emma Arriaga.
We can’t wait to see the finished episode! Stay tuned for its publication on the VMT Radio/TV/Film Productions YouTube channel.
🎬 Watch it here:
https://www.youtube.com/@RTVVMTProductions
#LISDthePlaceToBe #VMT #SpiceItUp #StudentSuccess #BreakingBarriers
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Laredo ISD Extreme Weather 2 Hour Delay
In anticipation of inclement weather, Laredo ISD is delaying the start of the school day on Thursday, October 1, 2026, and Friday, October 2, 2026.
LISD students are asked to report to their classes as per the following schedule:
Elementary School: 9:45 a.m.
Middle School: 10:00 a.m.
High School: 10:15 a.m.
Parents are encouraged to send their children to school dressed appropriately. Outdoor activities are subject to cancellation depending on the weather.
LISD will continue to monitor weather forecast and road condition. If the weather conditions deteriorate and the schedules are changed, LISD families will be notified via local media, school messenger, and the district's website at www.laredoisd.org, and social media sites.
In anticipation of inclement weather, Laredo ISD is delaying the start of the school day on Thursday, October 1, 2026, and Friday, October 2, 2026.
LISD students are asked to report to their classes as per the following schedule:
Elementary School: 9:45 a.m.
Middle School: 10:00 a.m.
High School: 10:15 a.m.
Parents are encouraged to send their children to school dressed appropriately. Outdoor activities are subject to cancellation depending on the weather.
LISD will continue to monitor weather forecast and road condition. If the weather conditions deteriorate and the schedules are changed, LISD families will be notified via local media, school messenger, and the district's website at www.laredoisd.org, and social media sites.
🏆 Breakfast with Champions at Memorial Middle School! 🏆
Memorial Middle School celebrated its outstanding 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students during a special Breakfast with Champions ceremony honoring those who achieved Perfect Attendance and Honor Roll recognition during the first six weeks of school! 📚✨
Each student was presented with a certificate recognizing their dedication, commitment, and academic achievement. Parents joined their students for this special celebration, followed by breakfast refreshments for students and families. 👏🎉
Congratulations to all of our Champions! Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence are truly something to celebrate. Keep breaking barriers and setting the standard for success! 💙💛
#LISDthePlaceToBe #BreakfastWithChampions #PerfectAttendance #HonorRoll #BreakingBarriers
Memorial Middle School celebrated its outstanding 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students during a special Breakfast with Champions ceremony honoring those who achieved Perfect Attendance and Honor Roll recognition during the first six weeks of school! 📚✨
Each student was presented with a certificate recognizing their dedication, commitment, and academic achievement. Parents joined their students for this special celebration, followed by breakfast refreshments for students and families. 👏🎉
Congratulations to all of our Champions! Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence are truly something to celebrate. Keep breaking barriers and setting the standard for success! 💙💛
#LISDthePlaceToBe #BreakfastWithChampions #PerfectAttendance #HonorRoll #BreakingBarriers
The LISD Office of Communications hosted the 15th Annual BOWL 4 KIDS Tournament at Jett Bowl this past week. Approximately 200 LISD employees including LISD board members, community sponsors, and family members laced up their bowling shoes to support our LISD students.
This year’s Bowl 4 Kids Tournament was a huge success thanks to the incredible support of our schools, community partners, and sponsors. Your dedication makes events like this possible and helps us continue supporting our students and programs districtwide!
Congratulations:
1st Place: LISD Instructional Department
2nd Place: Juan Cruz Law Firm
3rd Place: LISD Curriculum and Instruction Department
This year’s Bowl 4 Kids Tournament was a huge success thanks to the incredible support of our schools, community partners, and sponsors. Your dedication makes events like this possible and helps us continue supporting our students and programs districtwide!
Congratulations:
1st Place: LISD Instructional Department
2nd Place: Juan Cruz Law Firm
3rd Place: LISD Curriculum and Instruction Department
The Laredo Independent School District Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council (SSAC) held their first meeting of the 2026-2027 school year with LISD Superintendent Guillermo Pro. The meeting was hosted by the Martin High School at the LISD Performing Arts Center in the Dr. Marcus Nelson Conference Room.
The students were welcomed by Gerardo Rodriguez, LISD Assistant Superintendent for Student Services and Guillermo Pro, LISD Superintendent.
IBC Executive Vice-President Corporate Marketing Gabriel Castillo served as keynote speaker during the meeting. He discussed the importance of financial literacy for high school students. IBC also provided lunch from Chick-Fil-A and some amazing door prizes for our students.
During the meeting students also heard a presentation regarding the Society of Martha Washington Scholarship by LISD Director of Communication, Veronica Castillon.
The students were welcomed by Gerardo Rodriguez, LISD Assistant Superintendent for Student Services and Guillermo Pro, LISD Superintendent.
IBC Executive Vice-President Corporate Marketing Gabriel Castillo served as keynote speaker during the meeting. He discussed the importance of financial literacy for high school students. IBC also provided lunch from Chick-Fil-A and some amazing door prizes for our students.
During the meeting students also heard a presentation regarding the Society of Martha Washington Scholarship by LISD Director of Communication, Veronica Castillon.
The LISD Special Education Department recognized special education students with the Champions Award for exceling in the classroom, being responsible, having good attendance, and being eager to learn. Nixon High School hosted the September Champion Awards Fall Carnival Celebration where administration, staff, and parents from Martin, Nixon, Cigarroa High Schools and RISE Academy came together to celebrate and recognize our amazing Champions.
Jim Hogg County ISD Superintendent Dr. Susan H. Douglas, Region One representative Ms. Saldivar, and district administrators visited Dovalina Elementary to learn more about the strategies, hard work, and dedication that helped the campus earn a perfect score of 100 from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).
The visit was an opportunity to see firsthand the practices behind this outstanding achievement and recognize the commitment of Dovalina’s students, teachers, staff, and leadership.
Congratulations, Wildcats!
#lisdtheplacetobe
The visit was an opportunity to see firsthand the practices behind this outstanding achievement and recognize the commitment of Dovalina’s students, teachers, staff, and leadership.
Congratulations, Wildcats!
#lisdtheplacetobe
🍩🏃♀️ Ready, set… DONUT! 🏃♂️🍩 The Laredo Independent School District Police Department invites the community to lace up for the Donut Dash 5K! Join us for a morning of fun, fitness, and giving back as we Run. Support. Serve.
📅 Saturday, November 21, 2026
📍 Shirley Field Parking Lot
⏰ Check-in: 7:00 AM | Race: 8:00 AM
🎁 Entry Fee: One new toy valued at $25 or more
Every step supports a great cause! Scan the QR code on the flyer to register and come dash with us!
#lisdtheplacetobe
📅 Saturday, November 21, 2026
📍 Shirley Field Parking Lot
⏰ Check-in: 7:00 AM | Race: 8:00 AM
🎁 Entry Fee: One new toy valued at $25 or more
Every step supports a great cause! Scan the QR code on the flyer to register and come dash with us!
#lisdtheplacetobe
Laredo ISD recognized Childhood Cancer Awareness Month with a special proclamation honoring the strength, courage, and resilience of children and families impacted by childhood cancer.
Among those in attendance were some of our very own little warriors, making this recognition especially meaningful. The LISD family stands beside them, celebrates their courage, and joins our community in raising awareness and hope for every child. 🎗️
#yourfightisourfight #fightlikeakid #lisdtheplacetobe
Among those in attendance were some of our very own little warriors, making this recognition especially meaningful. The LISD family stands beside them, celebrates their courage, and joins our community in raising awareness and hope for every child. 🎗️
#yourfightisourfight #fightlikeakid #lisdtheplacetobe
🎗️LISD Honors Our Little Heroes 🎗️ In honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, LISD honorably celebrates the incredible strength, courage, and spirit of our students who have faced childhood cancer.
Meet Leonel Gutierrez, a 5th-grade student at Dovalina Elementary.
Leonel loves cats, especially his beloved cat, Oreo! His love for his furry friend is just one of the many things that makes him special.
Leonel, your strength and courage inspire our LISD family. We celebrate YOU and all the wonderful things that make you our little hero!
#lisdtheplacetobe #yourfightisourfight
Meet Leonel Gutierrez, a 5th-grade student at Dovalina Elementary.
Leonel loves cats, especially his beloved cat, Oreo! His love for his furry friend is just one of the many things that makes him special.
Leonel, your strength and courage inspire our LISD family. We celebrate YOU and all the wonderful things that make you our little hero!
#lisdtheplacetobe #yourfightisourfight
Christen Middle School 8th grade students had a surprise visitor last week. Olympian Jennifer “La Traviesa” Lozano stopped by the school as she was on her way to Colorado to begin her training for the U.S. boxing team. Lozano spoke to the students on the importance of making the right choices and to believe in themselves. La Traviesa even took time to shake hands and take pictures with the students.
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
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
A special start to Site Coordinator Appreciation Week! Laredo ISD Site Coordinators were recognized with a special proclamation by the City of Laredo - Government, honoring the important role they play in making a difference in the lives of students and families.
Whether connecting families with resources, supporting students, or building stronger school communities, their work goes far beyond the classroom.
#lisdtheplacetobe
Whether connecting families with resources, supporting students, or building stronger school communities, their work goes far beyond the classroom.
#lisdtheplacetobe
🎗️LISD Honors Our Little Heroes 🎗️In honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, LISD honorably celebrates the incredible strength, courage, and spirit of our students who have faced childhood cancer. Meet Keyarra Kim’Bella Verdiguel, a 7th-grade student from Cigarroa Middle School.
On September 7, 2022, Keyarra was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL). Today, she is celebrating 22 months in remission!
A few fun facts about Keyarra: She loves going to the movies with her family! She enjoys shopping! She treasures spending time with her family. And one of her favorite things? Being on FaceTime with her friends from school!
Keyarra, your strength, beautiful spirit, and perseverance inspire so many! Keep shining, warrior!
#lisdtheplacetobe #yourfightisourfight
On September 7, 2022, Keyarra was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL). Today, she is celebrating 22 months in remission!
A few fun facts about Keyarra: She loves going to the movies with her family! She enjoys shopping! She treasures spending time with her family. And one of her favorite things? Being on FaceTime with her friends from school!
Keyarra, your strength, beautiful spirit, and perseverance inspire so many! Keep shining, warrior!
#lisdtheplacetobe #yourfightisourfight
LISD Superintendent Guillermo Pro and Board Secretary Rodolfo “Rudy” Morales III joined the TAMIU community for Investiture Week, culminating in the official inauguration of Dr. Christopher Maynard as the seventh president of Texas A&M International University.
LISD and TAMIU share a strong partnership rooted in expanding educational opportunities and supporting student success throughout the District.
Congratulations to Dr. Maynard and TAMIU on this significant milestone!
#lisdtheplacetobe
LISD and TAMIU share a strong partnership rooted in expanding educational opportunities and supporting student success throughout the District.
Congratulations to Dr. Maynard and TAMIU on this significant milestone!
#lisdtheplacetobe
Macdonell Elementary School received a generous $5,000 donation from Burlington through its partnership with AdoptAClassroom.org!
The special presentation took place during Burlington’s ribbon-cutting ceremony at The Outlet Shoppes at Laredo, where Macdonell’s choir and cheerleaders helped celebrate the occasion with performances full of Mighty Hawk spirit!
The donation will help teachers bring new supplies, learning materials, and resources into their classrooms to support students throughout the school year.
Thank you, Burlington and AdoptAClassroom.org, for investing in Macdonell’s students and helping the Mighty Hawks continue Breaking Barriers!
#lisdtheplacetobe
The special presentation took place during Burlington’s ribbon-cutting ceremony at The Outlet Shoppes at Laredo, where Macdonell’s choir and cheerleaders helped celebrate the occasion with performances full of Mighty Hawk spirit!
The donation will help teachers bring new supplies, learning materials, and resources into their classrooms to support students throughout the school year.
Thank you, Burlington and AdoptAClassroom.org, for investing in Macdonell’s students and helping the Mighty Hawks continue Breaking Barriers!
#lisdtheplacetobe
The LISD Board of Trustees recognize the Veteran of the Month, four nationally recognized schools, our Curriculum and Instruction Department, Division of Finance, a future engineer, and LISD’s Students of the Month for September during last night’s Board of Trustees Regular Monthly Meeting.
Laredo Independent School District has much to celebrate this month. LISD is now officially home to 18 National Blue Ribbon/Lone Star Ribbon titles in the course of nine years, a distinction which no other area school district can claim.
Hector J. Garcia Early College High School won the Blue Ribbon title in 2017 and 2023. Garcia ECHS remains the only high school in Webb County to earn this award.
LISD campuses with National Blue Ribbon/Lone Star Ribbon titles include the following:
Kawas Elementary School, 2018;
Zachry, Dovalina, Ryan, and J.C. Martin Elementary Schools, 2019;
Heights and Leyendecker Elementary Schools, 2020;
Farias Elementary School, 2023;
Kawas Elementary School, 2024,
Daiches Elementary School, D.D. Hachar Elementary School, and Macdonell Elementary School, 2025
Heights, J.C. Martin, Leyendecker, and Ryan Elementary Schools, 2026
That gives LISD a total of 18 titles.
LISD has also earned an A rating in academics and an A rating in finance! These achievements reflect our staff’s commitment to our students, responsible stewardship of district resources, and the teamwork found throughout our schools and departments. Representatives from LISD’s C&I Department and Division of Finance traveled to Edinburg where the Region One Service Center leadership presented plaques and recognized our District’s achievements. We are extremely proud of our staff and especially proud of our students. Thank you for breaking barriers for the students and families of LISD.
Arya Howard, a fourth-grade student at M.S. Ryan Elementary School, was recognized for being selected as a National Math Star. Arya was identified as a top 2% math student and has been nominated twice for National Math Stars. Over the course of this summer, she aced some rigorous assessments, became a finalist, was interviewed, and accepted into the Voyager Program. She was one of 8,700 applicants and 125 selected Voyager Stars.
LISD also recognize our Students of the Month recipients for September. The Student of the Month Program is sponsored by the Laredo Federal Credit Union, Clear Choice ER, Chick-Fil-A Marketplace on Bob Bullock, and Laredo Orthodontics. LISD’s Middle School Student of the Month for September are: Christen Middle School is Alexis Reyes; Memorial Middle School is Nayeli Navarro; Cigarroa Middle School is Gretel Huizar; Lamar Middle School is Ethan Guzman; Martin High School is Francisco Franco; Nixon High School is Ramiro Padron; Cigarroa High School is Jacob Pineda; Garcia Early College High School is Isabel Rose Ornelas.
Laredo Independent School District has much to celebrate this month. LISD is now officially home to 18 National Blue Ribbon/Lone Star Ribbon titles in the course of nine years, a distinction which no other area school district can claim.
Hector J. Garcia Early College High School won the Blue Ribbon title in 2017 and 2023. Garcia ECHS remains the only high school in Webb County to earn this award.
LISD campuses with National Blue Ribbon/Lone Star Ribbon titles include the following:
Kawas Elementary School, 2018;
Zachry, Dovalina, Ryan, and J.C. Martin Elementary Schools, 2019;
Heights and Leyendecker Elementary Schools, 2020;
Farias Elementary School, 2023;
Kawas Elementary School, 2024,
Daiches Elementary School, D.D. Hachar Elementary School, and Macdonell Elementary School, 2025
Heights, J.C. Martin, Leyendecker, and Ryan Elementary Schools, 2026
That gives LISD a total of 18 titles.
LISD has also earned an A rating in academics and an A rating in finance! These achievements reflect our staff’s commitment to our students, responsible stewardship of district resources, and the teamwork found throughout our schools and departments. Representatives from LISD’s C&I Department and Division of Finance traveled to Edinburg where the Region One Service Center leadership presented plaques and recognized our District’s achievements. We are extremely proud of our staff and especially proud of our students. Thank you for breaking barriers for the students and families of LISD.
Arya Howard, a fourth-grade student at M.S. Ryan Elementary School, was recognized for being selected as a National Math Star. Arya was identified as a top 2% math student and has been nominated twice for National Math Stars. Over the course of this summer, she aced some rigorous assessments, became a finalist, was interviewed, and accepted into the Voyager Program. She was one of 8,700 applicants and 125 selected Voyager Stars.
LISD also recognize our Students of the Month recipients for September. The Student of the Month Program is sponsored by the Laredo Federal Credit Union, Clear Choice ER, Chick-Fil-A Marketplace on Bob Bullock, and Laredo Orthodontics. LISD’s Middle School Student of the Month for September are: Christen Middle School is Alexis Reyes; Memorial Middle School is Nayeli Navarro; Cigarroa Middle School is Gretel Huizar; Lamar Middle School is Ethan Guzman; Martin High School is Francisco Franco; Nixon High School is Ramiro Padron; Cigarroa High School is Jacob Pineda; Garcia Early College High School is Isabel Rose Ornelas.
🎗️LISD Honors Our Little Heroes 🎗️In honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, LISD honorably celebrates the incredible strength, courage, and spirit of our students who have faced childhood cancer.
Meet Eren Martinez, a kindergarten student at Zachry Elementary.
Eren loves spending time with his siblings, and his bright spirit reminds us that even our littlest heroes have the biggest hearts. His courage and strength are an inspiration to our LISD family.
Eren, we celebrate YOU and the joy you bring to those around you!
#lisdtheplacetobe #yourfightisourfight
Meet Eren Martinez, a kindergarten student at Zachry Elementary.
Eren loves spending time with his siblings, and his bright spirit reminds us that even our littlest heroes have the biggest hearts. His courage and strength are an inspiration to our LISD family.
Eren, we celebrate YOU and the joy you bring to those around you!
#lisdtheplacetobe #yourfightisourfight
RISE Academy Officially Opens Its Doors!
Laredo ISD proudly celebrated the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for RISE Academy, a new educational opportunity dedicated to serving young adults with special needs. 💙
Today, we celebrate a new beginning, a new opportunity, and another way LISD is Breaking Barriers!
#LISDThePlaceToBe #BreakingBarriers #RISEAcademy #LISDpride #ThePlaceToBe
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
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
