Laredo Independent School District

Join the Vidal M. Treviño School of Communications and Fine Arts Honors Orchestra and the UTRGV Symphony Orchestra for an evening of music! The concert will begin at 7:00 p.m. at the VMT Auditorium. Free admission!

Congratulations to the Nixon Mustangs on earning their Bi-District Championship. Great job boys, Coach Solis and staff!!! The Nixon Boys basketball team will play Edinburg Vela in the Area Playoffs.. Tickets are $4 for adults $2 for students. No passes will be allowed. Please scan QR code to purchase your tickets.

Congratulations to the J.C. Martin Elementary School Sapphires for coming back with several awards from their dance competition. The Sapphires competed at the MA Dance Regionals Competition this past Saturday, February 20th in Boerne, Texas against other schools. JCM was the only school from LISD, and they competed against other schools from San Antonio and surrounding areas. Team Members include Natalie Pineda (Captain); Olivia Sanchez (Co-Captain); Emily Johnson; Andrea Moreno; Aria Carrera; Lauren Espinoza; Madeleyn Gutierrez; Samantha Romo; and April Rojas Coach: Jolivia Mercado Asst. Coach: Liliana Gonzalez Awards Received • 1st Place (Hip Hop Routine) • 1st Place (Military Routine) • 1st Place (Pom Routine) • Super Sweepstakes award (90% and above in all 3 routines) • 1st Place Regionals Outstanding Dance Team

Martin and Nixon Boys Basketball in State UIL Playoffs on Tuesday, February 20.

LISD stars shined bright at the WBCA IBC "Under the Stars" Youth Parade! Elementary, middle, and high school bands, cheerleaders, dance teams, ROTC Cadets, and float entries were greeted with a round of applause as they paraded the streets of Laredo. #lisdistheplacetobe

Last week the LISD Superintendent's Student Advisory Council members visited elementary schools and read a book to a class. This month the advisory council read “Charlie the Ranch Dog” to Sanchez/Ochoa, Don Jose Gallego, Daiches, Zachry, Bruni, Dovalina Heights, and J.C. Martin’s second and third grade students/classes.

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.

FRIENDLY REMINDER: Valentine’s Day is a special day for the LISD community. However, to further enhance our safety culture during these types of holidays, LISD is fine-tuning Valentines’ Day delivery protocols. Expectations are that all visitor procedures are followed as a Standard Operating Procedure. Please ensure the following: Deliveries to LISD Campuses • Delivery of Valentine gifts (flowers, candies, balloons, etc.) by vendors, parents and other visitors will only be allowed at each LISD campus between 8:00 am and 11:00 am. • A preferred delivery method and best practice is to set up a table monitored by staff to receive all deliveries. • Ensure campus visitor management safety protocols are followed at all times. • No singing telegrams allowed. • Gifts must be of reasonable size, must not be breakable, and must be clearly and firmly marked with the student recipient’s name, teacher’s name, and grade. Gifts with balloons will not be allowed on school buses as they could pose a hazard to the drivers and passengers. • The name and contact information of the florist/company delivering the gift to the school must also be included. • LISD is not responsible or liable for any misplaced or damaged merchandise. Deliveries of Gifts to Students • Only campus personnel are permitted to make classroom deliveries to students. • Deliver and distribute gifts to students in the afternoon. • No head mask/covering allowed at any time. • Students are not allowed to share any non-wrapped food items. • All food items must be store bought and not homemade. • Any balloon/flower arrangements are to be taken home at the end of the school day.

It's game day! Martin H.S. vs Nixon H.S. at 7:00 p.m. at the MHS Colonel Flores Gym. Watch the livestream here: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/tx/laredo/organization/7268/martin-high-school

Laredo ISD IRS-certified volunteers, in partnership with the Laredo Family Economic Success Coalition, will prepare income tax returns for free for those with qualifying incomes up to $59,000.

Cigarroa High School hosted a Champion Award Ceremony this morning. Laredo ISD recognized Special Education Students of the Month from Cigarroa, Martin, and Nixon High School who have demonstrated responsibility, eagerness to learn, and have good high school attendance. Congratulations! #lisdistheplacetobe

Join us in celebrating Read Across America Week (February 26th - March 1st)!

Dive Into Reading! Join us for an ocean of possibilities at Elementary Family Reading Night on Thursday, February 29th. *See flyer for more information.*

Happy National School Counseling Week! The LISD Guidance and Counseling Department held an appreciation luncheon to honor all elementary, middle, and high school counselors for their hard work and dedication. Thank you for helping the district lead the way to student success! #lisdistheplacetobe

Valentine’s Day is a special day for the LISD community. However, to further enhance our safety culture during these types of holidays, LISD is fine-tuning Valentines’ Day delivery protocols. Expectations are that all visitor procedures are followed as a Standard Operating Procedure. Please ensure the following: Deliveries to LISD Campuses • Delivery of Valentine gifts (flowers, candies, balloons, etc.) by vendors, parents and other visitors will only be allowed at each LISD campus between 8:00 am and 11:00 am. • A preferred delivery method and best practice is to set up a table monitored by staff to receive all deliveries. • Ensure campus visitor management safety protocols are followed at all times. • No singing telegrams allowed. • Gifts must be of reasonable size, must not be breakable, and must be clearly and firmly marked with the student recipient’s name, teacher’s name, and grade. Gifts with balloons will not be allowed on school buses as they could pose a hazard to the drivers and passengers. • The name and contact information of the florist/company delivering the gift to the school must also be included. • LISD is not responsible or liable for any misplaced or damaged merchandise. Deliveries of Gifts to Students • Only campus personnel are permitted to make classroom deliveries to students. • Deliver and distribute gifts to students in the afternoon. • No head mask/covering allowed at any time. • Students are not allowed to share any non-wrapped food items. • All food items must be store bought and not homemade. • Any balloon/flower arrangements are to be taken home at the end of the school day.

The LISD Human Resources Department hosted a successful Hiring Event at the South Texas Workforce Solutions.

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*

Francisco Farias Elementary School and the Hector J. Garcia Early College High School were recognized this week in Austin during the State Board of Education meeting by State Board representative Melissa N. Ortega. Farias and GECHS were honored for being named National Blue Ribbon Schools by the U. S. Department of Education.

The Laredo ISD Federal Programs Department invites you to the 2nd Annual Federal Programs Parent Meeting on February 8, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Santo Niño Elementary School. This opportunity will provide parents with high impact instructional strategies and accountability updates that will benefit our students. The Federal Programs Department is committed to providing our students with the opportunity to obtain a high-quality education and reach proficient and advanced levels of achievement on the state assessment. Community agencies from South Texas Food Bank and Laredo Housing Authority will be on hand to discuss the different programs available, along with pre qualifications.