Laredo Independent School District

Congratulations to Memorial Middle School's Celeste Martinez for being named LISD February Student of the Month. The LISD Student of the Month is sponsored by Laredo Federal Credit Union, Chick-Fil-A Marketplace on Bob Bullock, and Laredo Orthodontics.

📚 Laredo ISD celebrates Read Across America! LISD joined schools across the nation in celebrating Read Across America Week with a proclamation alongside esteemed guests, including the Mayor of the City of Laredo, Dr. Victor Treviño.

During the celebration, students were recognized for their outstanding achievements in the Elementary Reading Fair:
🏆 1st Place Reading Fair Projects (Pre-K–5th)
Pre-Kinder – Santa Maria Elementary
Kinder – Heights Maria Elementary
1st Grade – Santa Maria Elementary
2nd Grade – Heights Elementary
3rd Grade – Heights Maria Elementary
4th Grade – Heights Elementary
5th Grade – Heights Elementary

🌟 Primary Grand Co-Champions
Pre-Kinder – Santa Maria Elementary
2nd Grade – Heights Elementary – Melissa Roman’s Class

🏅 Intermediate Grand Champion
5th Grade – Heights Elementary – Erica Flores’ Class

🎖 Sweep Award
Heights Elementary School

Students also enjoyed a special presentation by author Kat Kronenberg, encouraging our Pre-K through 5th grade learners to continue discovering the power of reading.

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Congratulations to Garcia Early College High School's Alondra Castillo for being named LISD February Student of the Month. 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 Angelique Herrera for being named LISD February Student of the Month. 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 Martin High School's Oscar Garcia for being named LISD February Student of the Month. 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 for Eco Camps 2026 with Rio Grande International Study Center! 🌎✨ Students will learn, explore, and reconnect with nature through hands-on environmental activities, outdoor adventures, and unforgettable experiences. 🛶🌱

📅 Middle School (6th–8th): Monday, March 9
📅 Elementary (3rd–5th): Tuesday, March 10 – Thursday, March 12
💵 $20 per day | 🍎 Snacks & lunch included
⏰ Drop-off at 8 AM | Pick-up at 3 PM
📍 Limited to 30 spots per day!

Don’t miss out on a spring break adventure that’s both fun and meaningful! 🌳💚

🔗 Register today: https://reg.planetreg.com/E216740075778

Congratulations to Lamar Middle School's Jose Mendoza for being named LISD February Student of the Month. 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 Nixon High School's Joel Sandoval for being named LISD February Student of the Month. 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 Laura Cervera! 🎉 Laredo ISD celebrates Laura Cervera, Special Education Teacher at Macdonell Elementary School, for being named KGNS February Teacher of the Month.

Her dedication, compassion, and commitment to ensuring every student reaches their fullest potential make a meaningful impact on our campus community.

Thank you for representing the best of LISD!

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📘✏️ Math Textbook Hearing – Grades K–12! Laredo ISD will host a public Math Textbook Hearing on Friday, February 20, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the LISD Performing Arts Complex.

Parents, students, teachers, and community members are invited to review materials and share their input. Your voice matters as we shape the future of learning in our classrooms.

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Ribbon-worthy and proud! ⭐ Macdonell Elementary celebrated its designation as a 2025 Lone Star Ribbon School, joining a select group of campuses across Texas recognized for excellence.

Hard work. High expectations. Big results. Macdonell continues to lead the way!

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Smiles, cheers, and Lone Star pride at D.D. Hachar Elementary! ⭐ Today, the campus celebrated being named a 2025 Lone Star Ribbon School, recognizing outstanding student achievement and meaningful academic progress.

This milestone reflects the dedication of our students and educators who work hard every day to achieve excellence. Congratulations, D.D. Hachar!

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FRIENDLY REMINDER: Calling all future innovators! 🚀 Bruni Elementary invites the community to join us for Family STEM Night. Come enjoy an evening of interactive experiments, engineering challenges, and fun for the whole family.

📅 When: Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Where: A.M. Bruni Elementary

Let’s build, explore, and learn together! 🧪🤖

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Today was a ribbon-worthy morning at Daiches! Students, staff, and administrators celebrated their recognition as a 2025 Lone Star Ribbon School — a statewide honor that highlights strong student performance and meaningful progress.

At Laredo ISD, we’re proud to support our students on the journey to greatness. Daiches, you make us proud! Congratulations!

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It's official! 🎉 Laredo ISD proudly congratulates D.D. Hachar Elementary, Daiches Elementary, and Macdonell Elementary for being recognized as 2025 Lone Star Ribbon Schools.

This achievement reflects the exceptional leadership of Cynthia Villarreal, Lisa Soto, and Michelle Gonzalez, along with the dedication of campus staff and students who work every day to support academic excellence and student success.

LISD is proud to celebrate this well-deserved recognition. Congratulations!

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Secure your spot for the WBCA Youth and Grand Parades! The Martin High School Class of 2026 is offering parking at the MHS parking lot for just $10!

Availability:
Thursday, February 19
Saturday, February 21

Pay in advance or on the day of! Call (956) 273-7100 for more information.

Laredo ISD Shines at #TCEA26! Join us in congratulating our AMAZING team for representing Laredo ISD at the TCEA 2026 Convention in San Antonio, Texas, this week, truly inspiring brilliance every day!

One of the highlights was our session showcasing how Laredo ISD promotes STEAM through engaging Family STEAM Nights, bringing innovation, creativity, and learning together for students and families!🧪🤖🎨 A BIG shout out to our I.T. presenters, Nohely Zapata and Thelma Fraga, who made us #LaredoISDProud!!!

Our team also immersed themselves in sessions focused on Edtech and AI, explored cutting-edge tools, and connected with exhibitors to bring new ideas and resources back to our district.

Sharing our success story, learning from others, and continuing to grow is why we inspire brilliance every day at LISD, the place to be!

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Calling all future innovators! 🚀 A.M. Bruni Elementary invites the community to join us for Family STEM Night. Come enjoy an evening of interactive experiments, engineering challenges, and fun for the whole family.

📅 When: Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Where: A.M. Bruni Elementary

Let’s build, explore, and learn together! 🧪🤖

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This morning marked a meaningful milestone at Cigarroa Middle School as the new gymnasium was dedicated in honor of former coaches Marsha McDonald and Charmaine Heimes. The ceremony recognized their years of dedication, leadership, and unwavering commitment to student athletes and the Cigarroa community. Through their guidance, both coaches helped shape generations of students by instilling the values of teamwork, perseverance, sportsmanship, and pride both on and off the court.

Welcome to the Cigarroa Middle School Marsha McDonald and Charmaine Heimes Gym!

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