Courtesy Yvette Treviño, (Laredo, Texas)-United High School Senior, Julissa Barberena, is the latest recipient of the Leadership and Wisdom Enforcement Award, or LAW Award as it’s known to many, sponsored by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Agency and Falcon Bank. Students, staff, and community members joined Julissa and her family for a short ceremony in

Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-The Society of Martha Washington’s Sons and Daughters of Liberty visited Zaffirini elementary school to offer students a unique opportunity to experience a living history lesson on our country’s revolutionary and colonial periods. Each member of the group represents a historical figure who helped to shape the United States of America. Students were

Courtesy Yvette Treviño, (Laredo, Texas)-Four United ISD student athletes won big at the UIL Regional Competition in Brownsville, earning them a spot to compete at the upcoming State Swimming and Diving Competition.  Danielle Perales and Alijah Rodriguez of United High both qualified to move on to the next round when they placed in their categories.

(Laredo, Texas)-Accompanied by UISD Counselors and David Gonzalez, Associate Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction, Council Member Alex Perez Jr. read a proclamation for National School Counseling Week, which is celebrated annually from Feb. 5-9. The week focuses public attention on the unique contributions of professional school counselors within U.S. school systems and how student’s lives are enhanced as a

Courtesy Alex Meyer,   (Laredo, Texas)-Roberta Rios Caballero, a music teacher at Salinas Elementary school, received a grant in the amount of $800.00 from the Texas Music Educators Association. The funds were used to purchase 18 ukuleles for fifth grade students who began taking ukulele classes last month. The Salinas Eagles elementary choir is also using the instruments

Courtesy Yvette Treviño, (Laredo, Texas)-On January 27, 2018 the John B. Alexander Bulldog Band traveled to Texas Education Color Guard Association (TECA) competition at Medina Valley High School. With over 45 groups of musicians performing, Alexander’s 4 Auxiliary Ensembles performed and competed in the event, each placing in their category.  The Percussion Theater brought home 1st

Courtesy Yvette Treviño, (Laredo, Texas)-The National Cheer Association Competition (NCA) hosts an annual competition where high energy performances coupled with a level of athleticism take center stage. United ISD is proud to announce cheerleaders from John B. Alexander, Lyndon B. Johnson High and United South High have cheered and chanted their way to begin named

Courtesy Larry Sanchez, (Laredo, Texas)-Webb County Commissioner Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, along with Webb County Judge Tano Tijerina have announced the awarding of $1,144,925 to the Webb County Community Action Agency (CAA) in grant monies to benefit low-income individuals. During a press conference held in commissioners court, CAA director Javier Ramirez said that the agency will

Courtesy Yvette Treviño,   (Laredo, Texas)-John B. Alexander High School has coined the phrase “Building Champions” and rightfully so. They’re not just making their mark academically, they’re setting a foundation of learning students will benefit from well beyond their years at the school. This is evident by the fact that four students from John B.