Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)- Nine United ISD middle school students were announced as Outstanding 8th Graders of the Year. Parents, teachers and administrators applauded the students, who had been previously recognized as Outstanding 8th Graders of the Month during the 2017-2018 school year. Students who garner the Outstanding 8th Grader title have a record of excellent academic performance, and serve as role models

Courtesy  Alex Meyer,   (Laredo, Texas)-Alexander high school (AHS), senior Alan Mauricio signed his letter of intent to play NCAA Division 1 Soccer at the University of the  Incarnate Word in San Antonio.  Mauricio is active in National Honors Society, HOSA, Amnesty International, Robotics and was the kicker for the AHS football team.  He also

Courtesy Rocio Moore, (Laredo, Texas)_The United Independent School District Board of Trustees and Superintendent Roberto J. Santos named Mrs. Michelle Cantú as the new Principal for Ruiz Elementary School effective the 2018-2019 school year.   The formal appointment was made on May 17, 2018. Mrs. Cantú is a native Laredoan and graduated from Texas A&M International University with Bachelor of

Courtesy Rocio Moore, (Laredo, Texas)-United South High School (USHS), senior Vanessa Carranza was recently announced as a winner in the Career Safe National Safety Essay Scholarship Contest.  Ms. Carranza’s essay demonstrated how a 10 hour Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA), training course has been beneficial to her and her loved ones.      An excerpt from her essay states

Courtesy Rocio Moore, (Laredo, Texas)-A John B. Alexander High School graduating senior received yet another honor after being named Valedictorian of his class. Ian Limarte was notified that he is the latest recipient of the renowned Bill Gates Scholarship. He is one of 300 students across the nation to receive this scholarship. With an impressive

Courtesy Alex Meyer,  (Laredo, Texas)-Recently, some Alexander High School art students earned awards for their artwork at the State Visual Arts Scholastic Event (VASE), in San Marcos, Texas. Krissy Valdez, Jasmine Elias and Jacob Prew each received a State Gold Medal. In addition, Ms. Valdez also received a 2D VASE scholarship, and was tops in

Courtesy Yvette Trevino,   (Laredo, Texas)-Selfless, fun, dedicated, and passionate are just a few words used to describe Sylvia Vargas who was named as a semi-finalist of the Barnes and Noble My Favorite Teacher Contest. Lorna Adams, Regional Representative for Barnes and Noble, awarded Ms. Vargas with a plaque and notice that she has qualified

Courtesy Yvette Treviño, (Laredo, Texas)-For over 30 years the Border Patrol, Laredo Sector has recognized local high school students who exemplify good character, stellar grades, and the fortitude to help create a better community with their Youth of the Month Program.  In a wonderful ceremony at United South High School, eleven students were recognized for their phenomenal achievements in and

Courtesy Yvette Treviño, (Laredo, Texas)-Students at Arndt Elementary began their Wednesday morning talking about their future collegiate aspirations and how to not only achieve them, but how to pay for it as well. IBC and Commerce Bank President & CEO Ignacio Urrabazo Jr. treated students to an in depth discussion about setting achievable goals and