LISD to host Specialty Schools Open House
Laredo Independent School District will be hosting its annual Specialty Schools Open House at each campus for eighth grade students and their parents on Saturday, November 11, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The seven specialty schools will open their doors to the community and invite eighth grade students to tour the campus and apply for admission for the 2024-2025 school year.
The event is aimed at recruiting students who may be interested in attending any LISD specialty school for the 2024-2025 school year. The seven early college high schools and magnet school include the Business, Industry, and Public Services Early College Academy at Nixon High School, Sabas Perez Early College High School at Cigarroa High School, Dr. Dennis D. Cantu Health Science Early College High School at Martin High School, Hector J. Garcia Early College High School located at Texas A&M International University, Pathways to Technology Early College High School at Cigarroa High School, Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources (AFNR) P-TECH at Martin High School, and the Vidal M. Trevino School of Communications and Fine Arts Magnet School.
Students in Mrs. Madriaga's Science class worked on Marble Launcher Lab Activity, where the students measured the range of a marble launched at different angles.
GECHS will be hosting an Open House this Saturday, November 11, 2023. Guests may visit anytime between 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. please share invitation with anyone you know who may be interested.
Laredo University Night was held at TAMIU on Nov. 7. Students were able to meet with representatives from different colleges and universities.
Join us for the LISD Art Exhibition Saturday, November 11, 2023 from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the LISD Performing Arts Complex. *See flyer for more information.*
Parents, there will be a Jostens Informational Meeting on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023 at 5:30 PM. Jostens representative will provide information on caps/gowns, other graduation merchandise, and answer questions. #Classof2023
Do you know Raul Pena?
GECHS Campus Spotlight: Raul Pena is the secretary for GECHS. He has been with LISD and GECHS for about 10 + years as a security guard until this year. As a security guard, Mr. Pena always gave his best every day, and now as the secretary, he continues to ensure that GECHS thrives. He graduated from J.B. Alexander High School, has his Associate's in Criminal Justice, and is currently working on his bachelor's. Mr. Pena says, "I enjoy working at GECHS for many reasons, but one important is that we are a small faculty/staff that is more like family!" #PhoenixPride
Progress Reports are available on Skyward.
Congratulations to the following chess members who placed at this weekend Chess Tournament. #PhoenixPride
1st Ronnie Artilles
2nd Jose Ramirez III
3rd Marcos Rodriguez
4th Giselle Figueroa
Congratulations to GECHS Congress Debate students who made it to the finals in the Congressional Debate Competition in Pharr, Texas this weekend. Students ranked in the top 10 out of 30 students. #PhoenixPride
Roger Arriaga, 6th place
Rank:
Anahi Estrada, 8th
Yvana Guzman, 9th
Congratulations to all GECHS students who placed at the United South UIL Invitational Meet. #PhoenixPride
The LISD Specialty School application is NOW OPEN! Please join us Saturday, November 11, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for an Open House to learn more about our seven recognized speciality schools.
*See flyers for more information.*
Hector J. Garcia Early College High School hosted the LISD 8th grade counselors for a showcase and a student-led campus tour. The counselors were provided with comprehensive information on the wide range of opportunities offered at GECHS and TAMIU.
“The journey towards your bachelor’s degree starts here. “ #phoenixpride
GECHS Nov. Calendar
Don't forget to wear your college t-shirt on the first Friday of the month!
Have your college t-shirts ready!
Maroon Monday tomorrow... Let's show our school #PhoenixPride
Faculty and staff attend and get certified in a Heartsaver first AId CPR ALD Course and Stop the Bleed. Thank Mrs. E. Martinez, RN for the training.
Congratulations to the following students for being chosen as the CTE poster/logo/photograph contest winners:
Poster Category:
District winner: Anahi Estrada
Campus 1st place: Kaylie Elizondo
Logo Category:
Campus 1st place: Alan Rocha
#PhoenixPride #CTE
More photos Let's "Chalk” About Mental Wellness was a success. #PhoenixPride
Mrs. K. Castro, Parent Liaison
Ms. G. Herrera, CIS Campus Coordinator
