Dr. Leonides G. Cigarroa High School

💗 PINK OUT PEP RALLY! 💗 Last Friday’s Pep Rally was one to remember! Toros showed up in pink to celebrate our Lady Toros Volleyball team’s big win over Nixon and to cheer on our CHS Football team! 🏐🏈💪 Our principal, Mr. Molina, kept his promise after the Lady Volleyball's victory and shaved his hair off! Big thanks to the Class of 2029 and FFA for sponsoring this awesome event. Also, thank you to our guests speakers from Smiles from Heaven who shared cancer awareness and supported our students.💙💗💙 📸Special thanks to Mr. Gomez and the CHS Year Book Club for capturing these great pictures! #ToroPride #PinkOut #SomoToros

📣 Meet the Counselors! Parents of 9th–11th graders, join us for an evening to connect, learn, and ask questions. 📅 Tuesday, October 28 📍 CHS Library 🕔 5:00–6:00 PM Come meet the team supporting your student’s success this year! 💙 🐂

🎓 Senior Parent Information Night 📅 Wednesday, October 29th | 🕔 5:00–6:30 PM 📍 CHS Library Join us for an important evening full of tips, timelines, and resources to help your senior get ready for graduation and beyond! Don’t miss this chance to connect, ask questions, and stay informed.

DEA Take Back Event 💊

🎓✨ Join Us for Our Sabas Perez Early College High School Recruitment Open House! ✨🎓

We invite our Laredo community to visit us this Saturday, October 25th, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Cigarroa High School (2600 Zacatecas Street)!

Come explore the amazing programs of study, extra-curricular activities, clubs, and organizations that make Sabas Perez Early College High School a place where students dream big and achieve more. 💙📘

Don’t miss this opportunity to discover how our school empowers students for success in both college and career! We can’t wait to welcome you! 🌟

#SabasPerezECHS #EarlyCollege #LISD #ToroPride #FutureReady

🎉 Thank You for Making Our Annual Family Reading & STEAM Technology Night a Success! 🚀📚✨

On behalf of Cigarroa High School, we extend our sincerest gratitude to everyone who helped make our Family Reading & STEAM Technology Night—held on Thursday, October 16th, from 3:00–5:00 p.m. in the CHS Library—a truly out-of-this-world experience! 🌎💫
Over 350 attendees joined us as we brought this year’s theme to life:
🌠 “Let’s All Read, Soar, and Explore to InfinITy and Beyond!” 🧑‍🚀

The afternoon was filled with energy, creativity, and curiosity as families explored hands-on STEAM activities and celebrated the joy of reading and discovery.

💙 A special shout-out to:
🎶 Our Mariachi Azteca students, CHS Silver Roses, and FFA Department for sharing their amazing talents and school pride.
📖 Principal Mr. Armando Molina, our Guest Reader, for his captivating reading of Haunted Houses by Lisa Owings—a perfect seasonal favorite!
👏 Heartfelt thanks to our teachers, administrators, and community presenters for your time and expertise, and to our parents and families for your ongoing support in nurturing a love of reading at home. And of course, to our students—your enthusiasm and participation make it all worthwhile!

Together, we made this year’s event an unforgettable celebration of learning, literacy, and community spirit. 💫
With appreciation,
📚 Ms. Patricia R. Sosa, CHS Librarian
💻 Mrs. Nohely Zapata, CHS Digital Learning Specialist

P.S. A huge thank you to our behind-the-scenes stars:
Ms. Dora Burkle (CHS Library Assistant), Mrs. San Juanita Escobedo (Parent Volunteer), Mrs. Ziomara Cisneros (TWU Library Intern), Mrs. Rosalinda Gomez (CHS Parental Engagement Liaison), Dr. Rocio Lopez (Director of SPECHS), and Mrs. Brenda Sepulveda (Director of LISD IT Department). 🌟

#CigarroaHighSchool #FamilyReadingNight #STEAMNight #LISD #SoarAndExplore #CHSPride #ReadingIsFun

🚀 Ready to explore your future? Join us for the LISD CTE Expo! 🗓 Oct. 23, 2025 | 4:30–6:30 PM 📍 LISD Performing Arts Complex Discover 29 programs + 7 specialty schools that open doors to college, careers, and more! #LISD #CTEExpo #FutureReady #LaredoISD

🎀 Red Ribbon Week: October 27th–31st 🎀

Cigarroa High School is proud to celebrate Red Ribbon Week, a national campaign promoting drug-free living and healthy choices! 💪✨

We’ve got a week filled with fun, themed dress-up days for all our underclassmen to enjoy. Let’s show our school spirit, take a stand against drugs, and support this amazing cause together! ❤️🤍💙

📅 Join the fun October 27–31
👕 Participate each day
🙌 Take pride in making positive choices!

#RedRibbonWeek #DrugFreeLooksLikeMe #ToroPride #CHSFamily

🧡 Wear Orange on Wednesday, October 22nd! 🧡 Show your support for Unity Day by standing up for kindness and friendship. Let’s spread the message: Be a friend, not a bully.

🎓 Attention Class of 2026! 🎉

Senior Week is next week, and it’s time to celebrate YOU! 💙 Join your classmates as we make lasting memories with fun-filled themed days and exciting activities planned throughout the week.

Let’s make this a week to remember—full of Toro pride, senior spirit, and unforgettable moments! ✨

📅 Check out the schedule and don’t miss out!
Let’s show up, participate, and make the Class of 2026 shine! 💪🎓

#CHSClassOf2026 #SeniorWeek #ToroPride #MakingMemories

Congratulations to Cigarroa High School's Pablo Costilla for being named LISD October 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.

🏐 Game Day Alert! 🏐
Let’s show our Toro Pride and pack the stands as we cheer on our Cigarroa HS Lady Toros Volleyball Team as they face off against Nixon HS! 💥

Bring your energy, your spirit, and your loudest cheers as we support our Lady Toros on the court! Let’s make some noise and show what Toro Nation is all about! 🔥🐮

📅 Date: October 21, 2025
📍 Location: Cigarroa HS Montemayor Gym
⏰ Time: 5:00 pm (Freshman); 6:00 pm (JV); 7:00 pm (Varsity)

Let’s go, Lady Toros! 🏐 #ToroPride #CHSVolleyball #GoToros

📣 Attention Parents! / ¡Atención padres de familia! You’re invited to our “Stop Bullying!” virtual meeting on Thursday, October 23 at 1 PM. 💻👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Están invitados a nuestra reunión virtual ”¡Alto al Bullying!” el jueves 23 de octubre a la 1 PM. Let’s work together to create a safer, kinder environment for our children. 💬💪 Trabajemos juntos para crear un ambiente más seguro y amable para nuestros hijos. 👉 Join us on Google Meet / Únase a través de Google Meet: http://meet.google.com/qwo-snki-cyq

📣 Parents, you’re invited! Join us for a Parenting Skills Course led by Mr. Carlos Ramirez — designed to empower and support you on your parenting journey. 💬👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 🗓 Monday, October 20 🕙 10:00–11:30 AM 📍 LISD PAC Don’t miss this opportunity to learn valuable tips and connect with other parents. 📄 Check out the flyer for more details! 📣 ¡Padres, están invitados! Acompáñenos en el Curso de Habilidades para Padres con el Sr. Carlos Ramírez — diseñado para brindar apoyo y fortalecer su camino como padres. 💬👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 🗓 Lunes, 20 de octubre 🕙 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 📍 LISD PAC No pierda esta oportunidad de aprender consejos valiosos y conectarse con otros padres. 📄 Consulte el volante para más detalles.

🚨 America’s Safe Schools Week is Coming Up! 🛡️
📅 October 20–24, 2025

The Division of Health & Occupational Safety Support Services, in partnership with the LISD Police Department and LISD Transportation Department, is proud to celebrate America’s Safe Schools Week!

🧯🚓 From safety awareness activities to a Safety Walk Parade on Friday, we’re excited to spotlight the importance of safe practices on our campuses. Students will even get to dress up as first responders to honor the real heroes in our communities! 👮‍♀️👨‍🚒👩‍⚕️

Let’s all do our part—Safety is a shared responsibility! 💪

#SafeSchoolsWeek #LISDSafety #HonorOurHeroes #CampusSafety #LISDStrong

🎓 Sabas Perez Early College High School Recruitment at Lamar Middle School! 💙💛 Our recruitment team had an amazing time meeting the enthusiastic Lamar MS Lions during their lunch period! 🦁✨ Students had the opportunity to learn about the exciting opportunities available through Sabas Perez Early College HS, including our STEM-focused programs and the many benefits of being part of an Early College experience. We loved seeing their interest and excitement for their future, and we look forward to welcoming our next cohort — the Class of 2030! 🚀🎓 #SabasPerezECHS #EarlyCollegeHighSchool #FutureToros #ClassOf2030 #STEMEducation #LamarLions

🎉 Congratulations to our October Champion Award Honorees! 🎉 We are proud to recognize our outstanding Cigarroa High School students who have demonstrated exceptional dedication, perseverance, and commitment to excellence in their respective classes. 🌟 Your hard work and determination continue to make our Toro Community proud! 💙💛 #CigarroaStrong #ToroPride #ChampionStudents #CHSAchievers

🎮 Ready to level up your learning? Join us for Family Reading & STEAM Technology Night at CHS! 📚✨🐂 📅 Thursday, Oct 16 🕒 3–5 PM 📍 CHS Library Dive into fun tech, hands-on activities, and awesome books for the whole family. Plus, win door prizes! (You've got to be there to win!) Let’s Read, Soar, and Explore to Infinity and Beyond! 🚀 #FamilyFun #STEAM #ReadingRocks

📢 You’re Invited! Parents, join us in person for our 1st Nine Weeks Report Card Day! 📅 Thursday, October 16 🕟 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM 📍 Dr. Leo G. Cigarroa High School Come meet with teachers, discuss your child’s progress, and partner with us to support their success this school year. We look forward to seeing you there! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦📚✨