Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-Recently, the Parenting Partners initiative at United South Middle School hosted a Christmas-themed graduation ceremony for parents who completed their Positive Parenting classes. The six-part class teaches skill sets that help parents enhance their child’s education and personal growth. Graduates received their Certificates of Completion, snacks, and family games to promote

Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-Los Obispos Middle School wrapped up its first semester with a celebration that started with chilly encounters for Principal Olga Cantu, Assistant Principal Guadalupe Serrano, and Counselor Brenda Cognata. Much to the delight of students, the valiant trio endured a Polar Plunge and thorough drenching to raise funds for Special Olympics.

Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-The United ISD Cherish Center thanks the Laredo Police Officers’ Association for bringing smiles and joy to the hearts of their students. Mr. Ramiro Paredes, President of the Laredo Police Officers Association (LPOA), presented a donation of $2000.00 to the center for the purchase of gifts and wrapping materials. Over 80

Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-United High School’s 9th grade campus welcomed over 60 speakers to their annual Career Day event. Guests discussed their educational backgrounds and vocations. In addition, students were allotted time to ask their questions. The goal was to have the students envision themselves in different professions upon graduation. “Career Day included guests

(Laredo, Texas)-United ISD Federal Programs recognized campuses for their outstanding participation in the 2021 Annual Parent Learning Summit on November 13, 2021. The campus winners received checks to be used on their respective campuses. The winning schools were selected based on the participation of the parents in attendance and the best decorated table. This year’s

Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-Recently, United ISD’s Federal & State Programs Department hosted their second United Council of Parents (UCOP), meeting of the year on December 1 at the SAC. The topic of “Parenting and Mental Health” was addressed by United ISD Licensed Professional Counselor Elizabeth Gardner. Traditionally, parenting involves a happy medium of discipline

Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-Centeno Elementary School is proud to announce the winners of the campus’ 2nd Six Weeks Perfect Attendance Drawing. The two first-place (tie), winners are 3rd-grade student Emily De La Rosa, who won a bicycle, and Kinder student Mason Davalos, who won a Hoverboard. Second place winner Arielle Villegas won a pair

Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-United ISD Federal and State Programs invited internationally acclaimed motivational speaker Raul Magdaleno to speak to United Middle School students about the importance of never giving up on the pursuit of education and overcoming challenges. Magdaleno was two years old when his family immigrated to the United States, and they experienced

Courtesy Lauren Cavazos, (Laredo, Texas)-Recently, United ISD’s Cherish Center hosted visitors from Rio Grande City Grulla ISD (RGCGISD), Region One-ESC, Texas Education Agency (TEA), and Sam Houston State. The visit was a concerted effort to showcase the level of expertise the specialty school has developed over the last eleven years since its opening in 2010.