Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-Recently, students in United High School (UHS), One Act Play program advanced to the UIL Bi-District level competition for their performance of a scene from Wit by Margaret Edson. The play was directed by Daniel Villarreal and the District competition was held in Eagle Pass, Texas. Additionally, awards were given to

Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-Claudia Villarreal and Cynthia San Miguel from the Mexican Cultural Institute of Laredo (MCIL), donated 5 laptops to United ISD seniors during a virtual zoom presentation at the district’s boardroom. Fernanda Uribe, representing the Consulate General of México, was also present for the occasion. The MCIL was created in 1993 at

Courtesy Lauren Cavazos, (Laredo, Texas)-The United Independent School District Board of Trustees and Superintendent Roberto J. Santos are pleased to announce Jessica C. Salazar as the new Principal of United High School. Mrs. Salazar is a 22-year veteran with United ISD with a vast background, both in the classroom and at the school administrative level.

Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-George Washington Middle School (GWMS), celebrated National Read Across America Day by giving students an opportunity to compete in the campus’ annual Book Character Build-A-Potato Contest. National Read Across America Day is celebrated on March 2, and is a National Education Association initiative that encourages students to develop a lifelong love

Courtesy Carmen Rendon, (Laredo, Texas)United ISD’s Guidance and Counseling Department partnered with Chick-Fil-A to host a celebratory parade for Counselors Appreciation Week. Each counselor was treated with a Chick-Fil-A Lunch, a bag of goodies that included office supplies and isolated reusable totes. Congratulations, counselors, and thank you for your hard work and dedication to the

Courtesy Lauren Cavazos, (Laredo, Texas)-Beginning Monday, February 22, United ISD will return to its regular schedule. Students who attend classes virtually should log in to their classes on Monday morning. Students who attend classes in person should report to their campus on Monday morning. All employees will report to their campus or office as they

Courtesy Carmen Rendon, (Laredo, Texas)-Due to power outages across the District, United ISD will not open its campuses or offices today. As many students are without power and/or internet, the District will make up the day on April 2, 2021, as an asynchronous learning day. Employees will not report to their office or campus but

Courtesy Lauren Cavazos, (Laredo, Texas)-Since the 1970s, the month of February has been a time for the Black community to commemorate all things, Black. The NAACP came out with a list of ways our communities can celebrate, and one of the many suggestions from the NAACP is to read a book by a black author

Courtesy Lauren Cavazos, (Laredo, Texas)-Alexander High School’s Swim team recently competed at the regional swimming/diving meet. The Alexander boys team finished 1st place overall at both the district meet and the regionals meet. Bulldog Jorge Mendiola will advance to the State Meet in the 100 meter breaststroke event. The Alexander girls team finished 2nd place