Laredo Independent School District

Congratulations to Memorial Middle School's Sofia Pro for being named LISD September Student of the Month. To read about LISD's other September Student of the Month recipients please click on the SOTM banner on LISD's website. The LISD Student of the Month is sponsored by Laredo Federal Credit Union, Chick-Fil-A Marketplace on Bob Bullock, and Laredo Orthodontics.

🌟📣 Get ready, future cheer stars! 📣🌟 The J.W. Nixon Cheerleaders invite YOU to join our 2025 Half-Time Cheer Extravaganza!

🗓 2-Day Camp: Sept. 20 & 21 (10AM–2PM, Kramer Gym)

Don’t miss your chance to shine on the field under the Friday night lights!

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Congratulations to Martin High School's Rene Martinez for being named LISD September Student of the Month. To read about LISD's other September Student of the Month recipients please click on the SOTM banner on LISD's website. The LISD Student of the Month is sponsored by Laredo Federal Credit Union, Chick-Fil-A Marketplace on Bob Bullock, and Laredo Orthodontics. .

Congratulations to Christen Middle School's Santiago Cardenas for being named LISD September Student of the Month. To read about LISD's other September Student of the Month recipients please click on the SOTM banner on LISD's website. The LISD Student of the Month is sponsored by Laredo Federal Credit Union, Chick-Fil-A Marketplace on Bob Bullock, and Laredo Orthodontics. .

Santa Maria Elementary proudly celebrated Grandparents Day with laughter, love, and music! Grandparents joined their students for breakfast, enjoyed fun activities like bingo and coloring, and were treated to a special serenade by the SME Choir and Martin High School’s Los Tigres del Sur Mariachi. Happy Grandparents Day!

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📢 Attendance Matters! 📢 Cigarroa High School kicked off Attendance Awareness Month with a special event hosted by Communities in Schools coordinator, Ms. Parra, and CIS students.

Students who arrived before 8:30 am were greeted with a bracelet to celebrate their commitment to being on time. Those who earned a bracelet were treated to refreshing ice popsicles during lunch as a reward for their dedication. 🍧

Thank you to Ms. Parra, CIS students, and all the mighty Toros who continue to show that every day counts when it comes to attendance!

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💜 Join us this September for Suicide Awareness Month 💜 A simple act of kindness can make a big difference. Let’s support one another and remind our community that no one has to face their struggles alone. Dial 988 for help.

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Don't forget! It’s the first Friday of the month, which means it’s College T-Shirt Time! 🎓🙌
Show off your favorite college gear and celebrate College Readiness with us. Let’s inspire each other to reach for higher education!

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🐯Tiger spirit filled the halls of Martin High School as families and students came together for Meet the Teacher Night! From warm welcomes to inspiring conversations, LISD educators shared their excitement for the year ahead. With strong connections between home and school, the mighty Tigers are ready to level up toward success!

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Celebrating our top Accelerated Reader campuses! LISD Library & Media Services hosted a recognition breakfast honoring literacy, achievement, and student success, one page at a time!📚

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📢 Attention LISD Families: Texas Senate Bill 12 requires ALL students to have a health consent form on file to receive any health-related services at school. 📝 Forms will be sent home and are also available at every campus or online here ➡️ https://forms.gle/5EtNBimcMRTRCftC7

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📢 Atención padres de familia: El Proyecto de Ley del Senado de Texas 12 requiere que TODOS los estudiantes tengan un formulario de consentimiento de salud archivado para recibir cualquier servicio relacionado con la salud en la escuela. 📝 Los formularios de consentimiento serán enviados a casa y también estarán disponibles en todas las escuelas. También puede completar el formulario de Google a continuación para dar su consentimiento: https://forms.gle/5EtNBimcMRTRCftC7

🔥 The countdown is on…
The Oldest Rivalry in Laredo is back!

🐅 Martin Tigers vs. 🐎 Nixon Mustangs
📅 Nov. 8 | ⏰ 7:00 PM | 📍 Shirley Field

Who will win? Stay tuned for ticket sales!

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Santa Maria Elementary soared high this morning with the “Soaring Through the Skies” Parade! 🚀 Students proudly showcased their amazing literary projects, proving that imagination and creativity can truly take flight.

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Fueling fun and learning one bite at a time! 🥪🍊 Lunchtime at Leyendecker Elementary is always delicious, nutritious, and free!

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Laredo ISD releases students at Memorial Middle School

The Laredo Independent School District is releasing students at Memorial Middle School today, Wednesday, August, 20, 2025 at 9:45 a.m. due to a water line break.

Parents are asked to please pick up their children. LISD Transportation Department has already sent buses for those students who rely on bus transportation.

Classes at Memorial Middle School will resume on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at their regularly scheduled time.

For more information, please contact the LISD Office of Communication at 956-273-1730.

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Laredo ISD estára despidiendo a los estudiantes en la Escuela Secundaria Memorial

El Distrito Escolar Independiente de Laredo despide a los estudiantes en la Escuela Secundaria Memorial hoy, miercoles, 20 de agosto de 2025 a las 9:45 a.m. debido a una rotura de la línea de agua.

Se les pide a los padres de famila que por favor levanten a sus hijos. El Departamento de Transporte de LISD ya mando autobuses para aquellos estudiantes que utilizan este servicio.

Las clases en la Escuela Secundaria Memorial se reanudarán el jueves, 21 de agosto, en su horario regular.

Para obtener más información, favor de comuníquese con la Oficina de Comunicación de LISD al 956-273-1730.

At the August Regular Board Meeting, Laredo ISD proudly recognized:
- Jerry & Leticia Resendez of Trashco
- Judge Beckie Palomo
- KGNS-TV (accepted by Scott Payne)
- Joey & Angie Tellez of Tellez Law Firm
- LISD Departments: ITV (Julio Ovando), Fine Arts (Fred Rodriguez), Health & Safety (Dr. Oscar Perez), Performing Arts Complex (Vanessa de la Rosa), Police (Chief Doreen Hale)
- Cindy Lopez, LISD LCDC Substance Abuse Coordinator
- Alberto Muñoz, Veteran 💙🇺🇸
- Ryan Garcia, J.C. Martin ES student & 2025 ISKA World Martial Arts Champion 🥋🏆

Together, you make LISD shine!

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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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