Hector J. Garcia Early College High School

Rivalry Week is just days way. Tickets for the 59th Annual Martin Nixon Game Presented by Clear Choice ER are now on sale.

All reserve, general admission, and student tickets are on sale online via GoFan.

To purchase e-tickets, go to the GoFan mobile app or log on to the district website at www.laredoisd.org and click on Athletic Games Ticket Purchase. Once there, search and click for your favorite school, select events, and purchase tickets. After you buy your tickets, use your mobile device to view and present tickets at the gate.

Congratulations to Yahir Quinto! Yahir was recognized at the LISD Board Meeting on Thursday, October 22, as the October LISD Student of the Month! We are proud of your outstanding achievement! Keep soaring! #PhoenixPride

📚✨ SUPPORTING STUDENT SUCCESS AT GECHS! At Garcia Early College High School, we believe that every student deserves the tools, resources, and support needed to succeed! Our students had the opportunity to attend an informative presentation by L2, highlighting the tutoring services and academic support opportunities available to help them strengthen their skills, build confidence, and reach their academic goals. A special THANK YOU to L2 for taking the time to share these valuable resources with our Phoenix Family! We encourage our students to take advantage of every opportunity to grow, ask for help when needed, and continue striving for excellence. 🐦‍🔥 Remember, Phoenix Family: Seeking help is a sign of strength, and success is a journey we take together! ❤️ Phoenix Pride! Together We Rise, Together We Thrive! #GECHS #PhoenixPride #StudentSuccess #AcademicExcellence #TutoringSupport #CollegeAndCareerReadines

🎓🌎 EXPANDING HORIZONS, EXPLORING OPPORTUNITIES! Our GECHS seniors had the wonderful opportunity to attend an informative presentation on the Fulbright Scholarship Program, presented by Mariana Barberna, Program Manager for Global & Community Engagement at Texas A&M International University (TAMIU). During the presentation, students learned about the Fulbright Program and the exciting opportunities it offers for international education, cultural exchange, and personal and professional growth. A special thank you to Mrs. Mariana Barberna and TAMIU for taking the time to share this valuable information with our seniors and inspiring them to dream big, explore new possibilities, and begin thinking about the opportunities that await them beyond high school. At Garcia Early College High School, we are committed to exposing our students to opportunities that broaden their horizons and prepare them for success beyond graduation! Phoenix Pride! Together We Rise, Together We Thrive! #GECHS #PhoenixPride #FulbrightProgram #TAMIU

Thank You for Making Our Campus Tours Amazing! A heartfelt thank you to all the parents and students who have taken the time to visit Hector J. Garcia Early College High School! We appreciate your interest in becoming part of our Phoenix family! A special thank you to our wonderful student tour guides for proudly representing GECHS and sharing their experiences, to our dedicated faculty and staff for their continued support, and to our school counselor, Ms. Marla Alaniz, for organizing and coordinating these successful campus tours! 📅 Upcoming November Campus Tours: * Friday, November 6, 2026 | 8:30 a.m. — FULL * Friday, November 13, 2026 | 8:30 a.m. — SPOTS AVAILABLE! For more information, please contact our school counselor, Ms. Marla Alaniz. We look forward to welcoming more future Phoenix students and families to GECHS! #PhoenixPride

Pink October! Our GECHS faculty and staff proudly wore pink in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Together, we stand for hope, strength, and awareness! #PinkOctober #BreastCancerAwareness #PhoenixStrong

Dear Students and Parents, Due to recent safety concerns and to help ensure everyone’s safety while following district guidelines, students may NOT wear Halloween costumes to school. Instead, Friday, October 30, will be **Halloween Shirt Day ** Students are welcome to wear a Halloween-themed shirt with their regular school-appropriate attire. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Congratulations to our three students, Victoria Lopez, Abril Victor, and Zenaida Zepeda, who participated in the Future Educators of Laredo: Tomorrow Starts Today event held today, October 23, 2026, at TAMIU! Our students proudly represented GECHS as members of the student panel, sharing their personal experiences, educational journeys, and opportunities available at our Early College High School. We are proud of their leadership, confidence, and willingness to inspire future educators! Way to represent, Phoenix! #PhoenixPride

Congratulations to Diego Dosal for being recognized as Border Patrol Youth of the Month for October! Celebration was held at Martin High School! Diego exemplifies leadership, determination, and outstanding character. We are incredibly proud of his accomplishments and the positive example he sets for his fellow Phoenix students! Joining Diego for this special recognition were his proud parents, Mr. and Mrs. Dosal, and school counselor Ms. Marla Alaniz. #PhoenixPride

Congratulations to Garcia Early College High School's Yahir Quinto for being named LISD October Student of the Month. The LISD Student of the Month is sponsored by Laredo Federal Credit Union, Clear Choice ER, Chick-Fil-A Marketplace on Bob Bullock, and Laredo Orthodontics.

Happy Boss’s Day! A special thank you to Mrs. Taboada, Principal, and Mrs. Mastee, Assistant Principal, for being two amazing leaders! ❤️ Your dedication, guidance, and commitment to our students and staff are truly appreciated. Thank you for leading our Phoenix family with strength, grace, and heart! Happy Boss’s Day from your GECHS Phoenix Family! #PhoenixPride

🎉🎃 Congratulations to our seniors,  Citlali Longino and Carlos Aguilar, on winning our raffle! 🎉 Raffle tickets were awarded to seniors who have already completed their FAFSA and My Texas Future profiles! 🎓💰 A HUGE thank you to the Castillo Family for their generous donation of pumpkins and goodies that made this special treat possible! 🧡 Seniors, keep working toward completing your graduation requirements! Your hard work and dedication deserve to be celebrated! 🔥 Phoenix Pride! Together We Rise, Together We Thrive!

🎓🔥 Phoenix Parent Academy – Session 3: Financial Aid & Scholarships! What a wonderful morning of learning, collaboration, and preparing our Phoenixes for bright futures! A heartfelt thank you to Mr. Jesus Flores, LISD Director of Guidance and Counseling, and TAMIU Financial Aid representatives Mr. Alfredo Siller and Ms. Zapata for sharing their time, expertise, and valuable information about financial aid, scholarship opportunities, and resources to help our students achieve their college dreams. We were also excited to officially welcome Mr. Sanchez, our new Parent Liaison, as the newest addition to our Phoenix family! A special thank you to the LISD Department of Family Engagement and all our dedicated parent liaisons for their unwavering support of our school community. Most importantly, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to our amazing parents and guardians who joined us today. Your involvement and dedication to your children’s education make all the difference! ❤️ 🎁 A little extra fun and appreciation! Our morning also included some exciting door prize raffles! A special thank you to the wonderful families who generously donated prizes to make our gathering even more memorable. We also extend our sincere appreciation to L2 Tutoring Center for donating a certificate for a diagnostic assessment in ELAR or Math, along with two FREE tutoring sessions! Your generosity and support of our students and families are truly appreciated! 🎉❤️ Through our Phoenix Parent Academy, we continue to strengthen the partnership between our school, families, and community. When families, educators, and community partners come together, our students soar even higher! 🎓✨

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Parents and Guardians, The first report card period is here! Teachers will be available to meet with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and answer any questions. Please note that first-block teachers will have the students’ report cards available. If parents or guardians are unable to attend, students will receive their report cards on Thursday, October 15, 2026. Grades and attendance records are also available for viewing through Skyward. Thank you for your continued support and involvement in your child’s education!

Friendly reminder: We invite you to join us for Phoenix Parent Academy – Session 3: Financial Aid & Scholarships! 📅 Wednesday, October 14, 2026 🕘 9:00 a.m. 📍 TAMIU Student Center Auditorium, Room 236 #PhoenixPride #ParentAcademy #CollegeReadiness

Truancy Awareness Presentation: Today, October 13, 2026, our 11th- and 12th-grade Phoenix students attended an informative truancy presentation led by Judge Oscar Liendo and his staff in the GECHS cafeteria. We extend our sincere appreciation to Judge Liendo and his staff for taking the time to speak with our students about the importance of regular school attendance, responsibility, and the impact of truancy on their educational success. Thank you, Judge Liendo, and staff for supporting and encouraging our Phoenix students! #PhoenixPride #AttendanceMatters #StudentSuccess

Our phoenix 10th grade FYE students participated in today’s KGNS Community Dash 5K Run & Walk! Way to represent GECHS and TAMIU for a great cause!

📢 Middle & High School Students: Need community service hours? 🐝✨
Santo Niño Elementary has two easy ways for you to earn hours and support their school:

🥤 Soda Donation Drive – Earn 15 hours of community service for every 12-pack donated (Deadline: Oct 12th)!
🍂 Fall Jamaica Volunteer – Help out on Friday, Oct 16th!

Check out the flyers below for drop-off details and to scan the QR code to sign up! 👇

Phoenix, Let's Celebrate Red Ribbon Week!

📅 Mark Your Calendars! October 26–30, 2026!

Join us as we celebrate Red Ribbon Week and promote healthy choices and a drug-free future!

We encourage all Phoenix students and staff to participate in our fun themed dress-up days and show their school spirit!

👕 Check out the attached flyer for our daily dress-up themes and activities.

Reminder: All outfits must follow the campus dress code.

Let's come together as ONE Phoenix family to make Red Ribbon Week fun, meaningful, and memorable!

#PhoenixPride #RedRibbonWeek #DrugFreeFuture