Don Jose Gallego Elementary School

This week, we're exploring a word that is at the heart of every great adventure, experiment, and "aha!" moment: discover . Definition To discover means to find something for th...

Have you ever created something from scratch, carefully arranging different elements to form a complete whole? If so, you've experienced the essence of this week's word: compose ...

We are so proud to announce that our Gallego Ligers have received 1st place in the Accelerated Reader program! 🏆✨ This is a phenomenal achievement, as 100% of our students me...

In an age of endless digital subscriptions, the public library remains a cornerstone of community and a gateway to a wealth of resources, all available at no cost. This September,...

About the Holiday Labor Day is a national holiday dedicated to celebrating the social and economic achievements of American workers. It marks a day of rest and recognition for th...

A new initiative is taking root at our school, promising to make a significant impact on our youngest learners. The Literacy Power Program is officially launching, pairing enthu...

This week's word, correlate , is a powerful term often used to describe relationships between different things. Understanding it can enhance your reading comprehension and make y...

The word accomplish reminds us of the value of hard work and persistence. It's a powerful word that focuses on the positive feeling of success after putting in the effort. It's ...

Analyze 🔎: Word of the Week This week, we're taking a closer look at the word analyze . It's a verb that means to examine something methodically and in detail, typically for pur...

Please revise the official LaredoISD Dress Code for the upcoming school year.

We are excited to welcome all our students and staff back! Check out our August calendar; events will be updated as they become available.

Join us for the 2025-2026 Meet the Teacher Night on Thursday, August 7th.

Welcome back, amazing students and wonderful families! We are absolutely thrilled to welcome you back to Gallego Elementary for another incredible school year! The halls are a li...

Laredo Independent School District Athletic Director Luis Escamilla recently received the South Texas Athletic Director of the Year Award. Escamilla was honored with the award dur...

Check out our May Newsletter for important events, dates, and ceremonies.

📅Don Jose Gallego May Calendar📅

Laredo ISD has been designated a State Recognized School District by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) earning an accountability rating of “B” for the 2022-2023 school year. With t...

Ms. Thelma Fraga, the innovative Digital Learning Specialist for the Laredo Independent School District, was honored to be nominated for the Professional of the Year award. Her ex...

Ms. Kimberly Meija, a nurturing and dedicated prekindergarten aide at Don Jose Gallego Elementary, was overjoyed to receive a nomination for the Instructional Support of the Year ...

Mrs. Elizabeth Rodriguez, the indispensable Administrative Assistant at Don Jose Gallego Elementary School, was both surprised and delighted to learn of her nomination for the Par...