the LISD Athletic Department will be hosting the SHAC Meeting on Tuesday, October 6 at the Dr. Marcus Nelson Conference Room
🍂 Attention Toro Nation! 💙
Check out the Parent & Family Engagement October Calendar for LISD!
🗓️ Upcoming Highlights:
• 10/6: SHAC Meeting (Wellness & Bullying)
• 10/7: Virtual SEL Session
• 10/9: Property Tax Exemptions
• 10/16: Parenting Skills Session
• 10/21: Autumn Centerpiece Craft
📍 Full details on the attached flyer! 🍁
#ToroPride #LISD #CigarroaHigh 💙
Check out the Parent & Family Engagement October Calendar for LISD!
🗓️ Upcoming Highlights:
• 10/6: SHAC Meeting (Wellness & Bullying)
• 10/7: Virtual SEL Session
• 10/9: Property Tax Exemptions
• 10/16: Parenting Skills Session
• 10/21: Autumn Centerpiece Craft
📍 Full details on the attached flyer! 🍁
#ToroPride #LISD #CigarroaHigh 💙
📢 Attention Toro Nation! 💙
Join us for the LISD School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) Meeting!
🗓️ Date: Tuesday, October 6, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Dr. Marcus Nelson Conference Room
Topics / Temas:
• Local Wellness Policy (Política de bienestar local) – Mr. Roberto Cuellar
• Understanding Bullying (Comprender el acoso escolar) – Ms. Carolina Rios & Ms. Marta Lopez
📞 Info / Más información: 956-273-1226
¡Padres y miembros de la comunidad están cordialmente invitados!
#ToroPride #CigarroaHigh #LISD #HealthySchools #SHAC 💙
Join us for the LISD School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) Meeting!
🗓️ Date: Tuesday, October 6, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Dr. Marcus Nelson Conference Room
Topics / Temas:
• Local Wellness Policy (Política de bienestar local) – Mr. Roberto Cuellar
• Understanding Bullying (Comprender el acoso escolar) – Ms. Carolina Rios & Ms. Marta Lopez
📞 Info / Más información: 956-273-1226
¡Padres y miembros de la comunidad están cordialmente invitados!
#ToroPride #CigarroaHigh #LISD #HealthySchools #SHAC 💙
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.
🍩🏃♀️ 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
🎉 Big congratulations to Osiel De La Rosa! 🎓⚙️
We are incredibly proud to announce that Osiel has earned his official CSWA Engineering Design SolidWorks certification! Passing this rigorous exam demonstrates high proficiency in 3D CAD modeling, engineering principles, and industry-standard technical design skills.
Way to represent Sabas Perez Early College High School with excellence! Keep building the future! 👏✨
We are incredibly proud to announce that Osiel has earned his official CSWA Engineering Design SolidWorks certification! Passing this rigorous exam demonstrates high proficiency in 3D CAD modeling, engineering principles, and industry-standard technical design skills.
Way to represent Sabas Perez Early College High School with excellence! Keep building the future! 👏✨
Attention Toro Nation! 💙🦬
Join us for the LISD Parent Summit / Cumbre para Padres de LISD! Connect with valuable family resources, empowering information, and opportunities to support our students.
Plus, there will be over 30 door prizes, including $25 gift cards donated by Laredo ISD schools! 🎁
📅 Date / Fecha: Saturday, September 19, 2026
⏰ Time / Hora: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location / Lugar: 2400 San Bernardo Ave.
Don't miss out on this great opportunity—Stronger Families, Brighter Futures! ¡No se lo pierda!
Join us for the LISD Parent Summit / Cumbre para Padres de LISD! Connect with valuable family resources, empowering information, and opportunities to support our students.
Plus, there will be over 30 door prizes, including $25 gift cards donated by Laredo ISD schools! 🎁
📅 Date / Fecha: Saturday, September 19, 2026
⏰ Time / Hora: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location / Lugar: 2400 San Bernardo Ave.
Don't miss out on this great opportunity—Stronger Families, Brighter Futures! ¡No se lo pierda!
📢 Attention Toros! / ¡Atención Toros!
Join us for our Virtual Annual Title I, Part A Parent Meeting! / ¡Acompáñenos a nuestra Reunión Virtual Anual de Padres del Título I, Parte A!
📅Date / Fecha: Tuesday, September 15, 2026 / Martes, 15 de septiembre de 2026
⏰Time / Hora: 9:00 AM
🔗Google Meet Link / Enlace: https://meet.google.com/kpq-oinq-xpv
📱Phone / Teléfono: +1 405-346-8078 (PIN: 260 949 376#)
🎁 Prizes and community service hours will be awarded! / ¡Habrá premios y se otorgarán horas de servicio comunitario!
See you there! / ¡Los esperamos! 💙🐂
Join us for our Virtual Annual Title I, Part A Parent Meeting! / ¡Acompáñenos a nuestra Reunión Virtual Anual de Padres del Título I, Parte A!
📅Date / Fecha: Tuesday, September 15, 2026 / Martes, 15 de septiembre de 2026
⏰Time / Hora: 9:00 AM
🔗Google Meet Link / Enlace: https://meet.google.com/kpq-oinq-xpv
📱Phone / Teléfono: +1 405-346-8078 (PIN: 260 949 376#)
🎁 Prizes and community service hours will be awarded! / ¡Habrá premios y se otorgarán horas de servicio comunitario!
See you there! / ¡Los esperamos! 💙🐂
Congratulations to Cigarroa High School's Jacob Pineda for being named LISD September Student of the Month. The LISD Student of the Month is sponsored by Laredo Federal Credit Union, Clear Choice ER, Chick-Fil-A Marketplace on Bob Bullock, and Laredo Orthodontics
📚 TOROS, IT’S TIME TO BREAK BARRIERS! 🐂💙
CHS Tutorials begin Tuesday, September 8th! 🎓✨
We encourage ALL Cigarroa High School students to take advantage of this valuable opportunity to get extra support, strengthen your understanding, ask questions, and reach your academic goals. Whether you need a little extra help or want to challenge yourself to go further—tutorials are for YOU!
💙 Don’t wait until you’re struggling.
🤍 Be proactive.
💙 Ask questions.
🤍 Get the support you need.
💙 Keep pushing toward success!
📅 Tutorials begin: September 8th
📌 Please review the attached flyer for the complete tutorial schedule and additional information.
Every tutorial is an opportunity to learn, grow, and BREAK BARRIERS!
🐂 We’re Unstoppable!
💙🤍 The Pride of Laredo!
CHS Tutorials begin Tuesday, September 8th! 🎓✨
We encourage ALL Cigarroa High School students to take advantage of this valuable opportunity to get extra support, strengthen your understanding, ask questions, and reach your academic goals. Whether you need a little extra help or want to challenge yourself to go further—tutorials are for YOU!
💙 Don’t wait until you’re struggling.
🤍 Be proactive.
💙 Ask questions.
🤍 Get the support you need.
💙 Keep pushing toward success!
📅 Tutorials begin: September 8th
📌 Please review the attached flyer for the complete tutorial schedule and additional information.
Every tutorial is an opportunity to learn, grow, and BREAK BARRIERS!
🐂 We’re Unstoppable!
💙🤍 The Pride of Laredo!
📢 Attention Toro Nation! Join Laredo ISD for the upcoming School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) Meeting to stay informed about health services and student wellness programs in our district. 💙🏼
📅When: Tuesday, Sept 8, 2026 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍Where: Dr. Marcus Nelson Conference Room
📢Topics: School Flu Vaccines/Health Consent & Suicide Prevention
📞Contact: 956-273-1226
¡Atención Comunidad Toro! 📢 Acompañenos en la próxima reunión del Consejo Asesor de Salud Escolar (SHAC) de LISD para mantenerse informado sobre los servicios de salud y el bienestar estudiantil en nuestro distrito. 💙🏼
📅Cuándo: Martes, 8 de sept. de 2026 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍Dónde: Sala de conferencias del Dr. Marcus Nelson
📢Temas: Vacunación contra la gripe/Consentimiento de salud y Prevención del suicidio
📞Contacto: 956-273-1226
📅When: Tuesday, Sept 8, 2026 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍Where: Dr. Marcus Nelson Conference Room
📢Topics: School Flu Vaccines/Health Consent & Suicide Prevention
📞Contact: 956-273-1226
¡Atención Comunidad Toro! 📢 Acompañenos en la próxima reunión del Consejo Asesor de Salud Escolar (SHAC) de LISD para mantenerse informado sobre los servicios de salud y el bienestar estudiantil en nuestro distrito. 💙🏼
📅Cuándo: Martes, 8 de sept. de 2026 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍Dónde: Sala de conferencias del Dr. Marcus Nelson
📢Temas: Vacunación contra la gripe/Consentimiento de salud y Prevención del suicidio
📞Contacto: 956-273-1226
🐂💙 Building Toro Pride Starts Young! 💙🐂
A huge THANK YOU to our amazing Cigarroa HS Football and Cheerleading programs for starting the day at Zachry Elementary and helping us welcome students, parents, and our community during morning drop-off! 📣🏈
These moments may seem simple, but they make a BIG impact. Creating positive connections with our younger students helps them see what it means to be a Toro and builds a strong sense of belonging from an early age. 💙🤍🩶
We are committed to strengthening our partnerships throughout the Cigarroa HS feeder pattern and creating more opportunities for our future Toros to connect with our students, athletes, coaches, and staff.
Today’s little moments become tomorrow’s Toro pride! 🐂🔥
Thank you for representing The Pride of South Laredo!
https://youtu.be/COh50xMVuDw
#CigarroaHS #ZachryElementary #ToroNation #ToroPride #FutureToros #FeederPattern #BuildingRelationships #CommunityStrong #WereUnstoppable #ThePrideOfSouthLaredo
A huge THANK YOU to our amazing Cigarroa HS Football and Cheerleading programs for starting the day at Zachry Elementary and helping us welcome students, parents, and our community during morning drop-off! 📣🏈
These moments may seem simple, but they make a BIG impact. Creating positive connections with our younger students helps them see what it means to be a Toro and builds a strong sense of belonging from an early age. 💙🤍🩶
We are committed to strengthening our partnerships throughout the Cigarroa HS feeder pattern and creating more opportunities for our future Toros to connect with our students, athletes, coaches, and staff.
Today’s little moments become tomorrow’s Toro pride! 🐂🔥
Thank you for representing The Pride of South Laredo!
https://youtu.be/COh50xMVuDw
#CigarroaHS #ZachryElementary #ToroNation #ToroPride #FutureToros #FeederPattern #BuildingRelationships #CommunityStrong #WereUnstoppable #ThePrideOfSouthLaredo
🚗🔧 Exploring Opportunities Beyond the Classroom! 🔧🚗
A big Toro THANK YOU to Universal Technical Institute (UTI) for visiting our CTE classrooms at Cigarroa High School! We appreciate you taking the time to meet with our students and share valuable information about the exciting career and educational opportunities available through your trade school.
A special thank you to Mr. Torres and Mr. Zuniga for helping connect our students with pathways that can lead to high-demand careers, hands-on training, and a bright future beyond high school! 🎓🛠️
At CHS, we believe in exposing our students to multiple pathways for success—whether that means college, career, military, or technical education. Our goal is to help every Toro discover their passion and turn it into a career!
Thank you, UTI, for investing in our students and helping us Break Barriers and Build Futures! 💙🤍🩶
The Pride of South Laredo! 🐂
We’re Unstoppable!
A big Toro THANK YOU to Universal Technical Institute (UTI) for visiting our CTE classrooms at Cigarroa High School! We appreciate you taking the time to meet with our students and share valuable information about the exciting career and educational opportunities available through your trade school.
A special thank you to Mr. Torres and Mr. Zuniga for helping connect our students with pathways that can lead to high-demand careers, hands-on training, and a bright future beyond high school! 🎓🛠️
At CHS, we believe in exposing our students to multiple pathways for success—whether that means college, career, military, or technical education. Our goal is to help every Toro discover their passion and turn it into a career!
Thank you, UTI, for investing in our students and helping us Break Barriers and Build Futures! 💙🤍🩶
The Pride of South Laredo! 🐂
We’re Unstoppable!
🎉🐂 FIRST HIGH SCHOOL PEP RALLY! 💙🤍
Our GEAR UP Freshmen & Class of 2030 had such a great time showing their Toro spirit and getting ready for their first high school football game! 🏈📣
For many of our students, this was their first high school band performance, cheerleading performance, ROTC event, and dance team performance! 🎺📣🎖️💃 They were excited, cheering, and soaking in every moment!
As their GEAR UP Facilitator, I am so incredibly proud of their growth and seeing them become more confident and comfortable in their new role as high school students. 💙 Watching them experience these “firsts” reminds me that this is only the beginning of an amazing journey!
Keep shining, Class of 2030! 🎓🐂💙
#GEARUPWORKS #ClassOf2030 #ToroPride #GEARUPFreshmen #FirstPepRally
Our GEAR UP Freshmen & Class of 2030 had such a great time showing their Toro spirit and getting ready for their first high school football game! 🏈📣
For many of our students, this was their first high school band performance, cheerleading performance, ROTC event, and dance team performance! 🎺📣🎖️💃 They were excited, cheering, and soaking in every moment!
As their GEAR UP Facilitator, I am so incredibly proud of their growth and seeing them become more confident and comfortable in their new role as high school students. 💙 Watching them experience these “firsts” reminds me that this is only the beginning of an amazing journey!
Keep shining, Class of 2030! 🎓🐂💙
#GEARUPWORKS #ClassOf2030 #ToroPride #GEARUPFreshmen #FirstPepRally
🥐 Pastries with Parents / Pasteles con los Padres 🥐
Join us for our upcoming Title I Parent Meeting at Dr. Leonides G. Cigarroa High School! Parents, grandparents, and all important adults in our students' lives are welcome to attend. 💙🐂
📅 Date / Fecha: Thursday, September 10th / Jueves, 10 de septiembre
⏰ Time / Hora: 9:00 AM
📍 Location / Lugar: Cigarroa HS Library / Biblioteca de Cigarroa HS
Meeting Topics / Temas:
Alzheimer Awareness / Concientización sobre el Alzheimer
SCAM Awareness / Concientización sobre las Estafas
✨ Special Features / Destacados:
Special Musical Presentation / Presentación Musical Especial 🎶
Community Service Hours will be awarded / Se otorgarán horas de servicio comunitario 🌟
We look forward to seeing you there! ¡Los esperamos!
Join us for our upcoming Title I Parent Meeting at Dr. Leonides G. Cigarroa High School! Parents, grandparents, and all important adults in our students' lives are welcome to attend. 💙🐂
📅 Date / Fecha: Thursday, September 10th / Jueves, 10 de septiembre
⏰ Time / Hora: 9:00 AM
📍 Location / Lugar: Cigarroa HS Library / Biblioteca de Cigarroa HS
Meeting Topics / Temas:
Alzheimer Awareness / Concientización sobre el Alzheimer
SCAM Awareness / Concientización sobre las Estafas
✨ Special Features / Destacados:
Special Musical Presentation / Presentación Musical Especial 🎶
Community Service Hours will be awarded / Se otorgarán horas de servicio comunitario 🌟
We look forward to seeing you there! ¡Los esperamos!
Today the Texas Education Agency officially announced that Laredo ISD has earned two A’s. The annual ratings show that LISD earned an A in Academic Accountability with a district score of 90. Overall campus ratings for LISD’s 28 schools include 18 A’s and 10 B’s. No LISD campus earned a C or D. LISD also earned an A in finance through their Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST) rating.
📣 Attention Incoming 9th Grade Toros & Families! 🐂💙
We are excited to welcome the Class of 2030 to the Pride of South Laredo! As you prepare for an amazing freshman year, we invite you to get to know Ms. Jenny Torres our GEAR UP Facilitator, who will be here to support you every step of the way on your journey to high school success and beyond.
📖 Be sure to read her Welcome Letter to learn more about the incredible opportunities, resources, and support available through the GEAR UP program.
Together, we're committed to helping every Toro break barriers, achieve success, and build a bright future!
💙🤍 Welcome to the Cigarroa High School family—we can't wait to meet you!
#CHSToros #BreakingBarriers #ThePrideOfSouthLaredo #ClassOf2030 #GEARUP #WereUnstoppable
We are excited to welcome the Class of 2030 to the Pride of South Laredo! As you prepare for an amazing freshman year, we invite you to get to know Ms. Jenny Torres our GEAR UP Facilitator, who will be here to support you every step of the way on your journey to high school success and beyond.
📖 Be sure to read her Welcome Letter to learn more about the incredible opportunities, resources, and support available through the GEAR UP program.
Together, we're committed to helping every Toro break barriers, achieve success, and build a bright future!
💙🤍 Welcome to the Cigarroa High School family—we can't wait to meet you!
#CHSToros #BreakingBarriers #ThePrideOfSouthLaredo #ClassOf2030 #GEARUP #WereUnstoppable
Hello Cigarroa High School Community! 📚🐃
As we get ready to kick off an incredible 2026-2027 school year, we want to ensure all our students, parents, and staff have the important dates marked on their calendars. This calendar is your official guide to a successful year!
Please take a moment to download and save this graphic for easy reference. Here are some key highlights:
🎉 School Begins: August 10, 2026
☀️ School Ends: May 28, 2027
🎓 Cigarroa HS Graduation: June 1, 2027
Our calendar also includes all holidays, breaks, and early releases. Plus, track academic progress with our end-of-grading periods:
1st Nine Weeks Ends: Oct. 9, 2026
2nd Nine Weeks Ends: Dec. 18, 2026
3rd Nine Weeks Ends: Mar. 19, 2027
4th Nine Weeks Ends: May 28, 2027
Remember, School Success Starts With Your Attendance!
We are so excited for a fantastic year ahead. Let's make it great, Toros! 🐃
#CigarroaHS #GoToros #Toros #20262027SchoolYear #SchoolCalendar #SaveTheDate #Community #SchoolLife
As we get ready to kick off an incredible 2026-2027 school year, we want to ensure all our students, parents, and staff have the important dates marked on their calendars. This calendar is your official guide to a successful year!
Please take a moment to download and save this graphic for easy reference. Here are some key highlights:
🎉 School Begins: August 10, 2026
☀️ School Ends: May 28, 2027
🎓 Cigarroa HS Graduation: June 1, 2027
Our calendar also includes all holidays, breaks, and early releases. Plus, track academic progress with our end-of-grading periods:
1st Nine Weeks Ends: Oct. 9, 2026
2nd Nine Weeks Ends: Dec. 18, 2026
3rd Nine Weeks Ends: Mar. 19, 2027
4th Nine Weeks Ends: May 28, 2027
Remember, School Success Starts With Your Attendance!
We are so excited for a fantastic year ahead. Let's make it great, Toros! 🐃
#CigarroaHS #GoToros #Toros #20262027SchoolYear #SchoolCalendar #SaveTheDate #Community #SchoolLife
🎒Get Ready to Head Back in Style! Join us for the LISD Back-to-School Fair & Style Show—an afternoon filled with fun, fashion, and resources to help families kick off the new school year!
📅 Tuesday, July 21, 2026
🕒 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 LISD Performing Arts Complex (2400 San Bernardo Ave.)
What to Expect:
✔️ Health Screenings
✔️ FREE Sports Physical Vouchers
✔️ School Readiness Resources
✔️ Back-to-School Fashion Showcase
🎒 Plus, receive a FREE LISD backpack while supplies last!
A special thank you to our sponsors for helping make this event possible. We can't wait to welcome our LISD families as we kick off another incredible school year together!
#lisdtheplacetobe
📅 Tuesday, July 21, 2026
🕒 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 LISD Performing Arts Complex (2400 San Bernardo Ave.)
What to Expect:
✔️ Health Screenings
✔️ FREE Sports Physical Vouchers
✔️ School Readiness Resources
✔️ Back-to-School Fashion Showcase
🎒 Plus, receive a FREE LISD backpack while supplies last!
A special thank you to our sponsors for helping make this event possible. We can't wait to welcome our LISD families as we kick off another incredible school year together!
#lisdtheplacetobe
