Courtesy Lauren Cavazos,  (Laredo, Texas)-The United Independent School District Board of Trustees and Superintendent Roberto J. Santos are pleased to announce Rebecca C. Morales as the new Executive Director of Federal and State Programs. Rebecca C. Morales is an eighteen-year veteran educator of United ISD with an extensive background in education. She is a graduate

Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-It was a scene filled with anticipation and joy. This year’s annual UISD Employee Awards Banquet was held at Altezza Events and featured entertainment by the Trautmann Middle School Shorthorn Jazz Band, directed by Jorge Garcia. Highlights of the evening included awards for Teachers Of The Year, Instructional Paraprofessionals of The Year, Non -Instructional

Courtesy Carmen Rendon, (Laredo, Texas)-The National Forum to Accelerate Middle-Grades Reform and the Texas Association of Secondary School Principals (TASSP) as part of a national recognition program have designated Trautmann Middle School in Laredo, TX and United lSD as a Texas Schools to Watch! Trautmann MS joins approximately 30 other campuses across Texas with this

Courtesy Lauren Cavazos, (Laredo, Texas)-Recently, the Centeno Elementary Gems competed at the two-day Redline Championship Competition at Texas State University in San Marcos, TX. The talented young ladies took home several accolades, including 1st place in Kick, 2nd place in Hip Hop, and 3rd in Pom. Congratulations to these outstanding young ladies. The Centeno Gems

Courtesy Carmen Rendon, (Laredo, Texas)-Arndt Elementary School gave students an early glimpse of college and career choices. The goal of this event was to raise awareness of many rewarding academic and vocation choices. Community members with different professional backgrounds and skills sets visited to discuss the importance of education and setting academic goals. Speakers also discussed their professional

Courtesy Carmen Rendon, (Laredo, Texas)-Members of Laredo’s law enforcement agencies and the Laredo Fire Department take their support for local Special Olympics Texas (SOTX) athletes to new heights.  Earlier today, Laredo law enforcement agencies joined forces in an effort to collect monetary donations to support local Special Olympics Texas programming. The Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) members gathered on the

Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-Thanks to the East Foundation, students in Lyndon B. Johnson High School’s Early College High School (ECHS) Program engaged in a biological/agricultural field experience at San Antonio Viejo Rancho located in Hebbronville, Texas. The facility serves as a learning and training ground for South Texas institutions, students, scientists and veterinarians. During their stay,students learned about

Courtesy Lauren Cavazos, (Laredo, Texas)-Recently, United ISD’s Construction Management Department gave the administrative team from Salinas Elementary a tour of their brand new campus.  Principal Abraham Rodriguez, along with his staff and administrative team, were able to look around their brand new state of the art facility.  Salinas Elementary’s new campus, located at 3611 Alfredo

Courtesy Lauren  Cavazos, (Laredo, Texas)- Students at Zaffirini Elementary were treated to a morning of fun and relaxation before they take the STAAR exams next week.  This event is aimed at promoting the importance of wellness and helping students to de-stress by participating in productive activities. The activities included fun exercises, art & crafts, games, and hands-on science