Hector J. Garcia Early College High School

Laredo ISD will have an early release for all students on Friday, April 18. Additionally, there will be no classes on Monday, April 21, due to Staff Development. Classes will resume on Tuesday, April 22. TAMIU will hold classes for grades 10, 11, and 12 on Monday, April 21. Please see Transportation flyer for schedule.

Congratulations to 13 LISD High School students who attended the Kazen Fellowship Press Conference, and were surprised when it was announced that they have been admitted to the 2025 Kazen Fellowship Program this upcoming summer.

The first progress report for the 4th Nine Weeks are available on Skyward (Tuesday, April 15, 2025) Please see the flyer for instructions on how to access your child’s report. Students, please verify that your grades and attendance are accurate. Instrucciones en Espanol. Instructions in English.

Congratulations to Mia Cuevas for being named the U.S. Border Patrol "Youth of the Month" for April. #PhoenixPride

We want to take a moment to recognize and celebrate our amazing Assistant Principal, Mrs. Mastee. Thank you for your leadership, dedication, and the countless ways you support our students, faculty, and staff every day. #PhoenixPride #AssistantPrincipalsWeek #YouAreTheBEST!

Students from Garcia Early College High School had the opportunity to visit the Children's Advocacy Center for a tour.

GECHS students wash the Driver's Ed car. The primary objective of a driver's education course is to impart safe driving practices and road regulations. However, Mr. Roycroft and Ms. Gaona enhanced the curriculum by incorporating lessons on vehicle maintenance and care, providing students with a more comprehensive understanding of responsible vehicle ownership. #PhoenixPride #DrED

Students from across the district participated in the 9th Annual Region One Student by Student Conference on Friday, April 4. Congratulations to our own students, Zenaida Zepeda and Emily Uribe, who were presenters at the conference. Students engaged in STEM activities and had the opportunity to speak with representatives from various universities and colleges. Thank you, Mrs. B. Sepulveda and the Information Technology Department, for inviting and supporting our students. #PhoenixPride #LISD

Congratulations to Damian Lucio, who placed First at the Laredo ISD Citywide Chess Tournament. This remarkable achievement showcases his hard work, dedication, and strategic thinking. Well done, Damian! . #PhoenixPride #1Chess Chess Sponsor, Mrs. K. Ramirez

It's today! Join Laredo ISD's Superintendent and Board of Trustees for Community Chats! Connect, chat, and discuss LISD's strategic plan on communication and collaboration with all stakeholders! *Q&A to follow session* NOTE: Clear bag policy enforced -- ¡Es hoy! Acompañanos en nuestras Charlas Comunitarias junto al superintendente y miembros de la mesa directiva de LISD. ¡Ven y conectate, platica, y habla sobre el plan estratégico de LISD sobre comunicación y colaboración con toda la Comunidad! Tendremos preguntas y respuestas terminando la session. NOTA: Se aplicará la políza de bolsas transparentes.

Congratulations to all students who participated in the UIL 5A District Competition this past week! A special recognition goes to the following students who will advance to the UIL Conference 5A Region 4, taking place in San Antonio, Texas, on April 25-26. Your hard work and dedication have truly paid off! Keep up the great effort as you prepare for the next level. Current Issues & Events, Sponsor Ms. C. Hernandez 3rd place: David Narvaez (advance to regionals) Literary Criticism, Sponsor Mrs. S. Villanueva 1st Place: Yuliet Parra (advance to regionals) 2nd Place: Brissia Cuevas (advance to regionals) 6th Place: Miranda Galvan (will advance with Team) 1st Place Team: (advance to regionals) Yuliet Parra Brissia Cuevas Miranda Galvan Raymundo Alvarado Ready Writing, Sponsor Ms. G. Gaona 2nd Place: Isabel Reyna (advance to regionals) Spelling & Vocabulary, Sponsor Mrs. K. Ramirez 2nd Place: Mia Cuevas (advance to regionals)

Thank you to everyone who participated in and supported the GECHS Anatomy and Physiology class during their 5K Family Run & Walk. Your involvement made the event a success! #PhoenixPride

Don't forget to join the GECHS Anatomy & Physiology class tomorrow for a FREE 5K family walk/run event at Jovita Idar’s El Progreso Park. Please refer to the flyer for more details.

Reminder! Join Laredo ISD's Superintendent and Board of Trustees for Community Chats! Connect, chat, and discuss LISD's strategic plan on communication and collaboration with all stakeholders! *Q&A to follow session* NOTE: Clear bag policy enforced -- Acompañanos en nuestras Charlas Comunitarias junto al superintendente y miembros de la mesa directiva de LISD. ¡Ven y conectate, platica, y habla sobre el plan estratégico de LISD sobre comunicación y colaboración con toda la Comunidad! Tendremos preguntas y respuestas terminando la session. NOTA: Se aplicará la políza de bolsas transparentes.

Garcia ECHS Parent Meeting Thursday, March 27, 12:00PM Join the meeting: https://meet.google.com/opd-pben-huy Dial In (audio only): ‪(US) +1 541-579-2749‬ PIN: ‪255 939 844#‬

Join Laredo ISD's Superintendent and Board of Trustees for Community Chats! Connect, chat, and discuss LISD's strategic plan on communication and collaboration with all stakeholders! *Q&A to follow session* NOTE: Clear bag policy enforced -- Acompañanos en nuestras Charlas Comunitarias junto al superintendente y miembros de la mesa directiva de LISD. ¡Ven y conectate, platica, y habla sobre el plan estratégico de LISD sobre comunicación y colaboración con toda la comunidad! Tendremos preguntas y respuestas terminando la session. NOTA: Se aplicará la políza de bolsas transparentes.

Mrs. Madriaga's class participated in a hands-on lab activity to measure blood pressure. Students explored the importance of blood pressure, how it is measured, and the factors that affect it. They practiced using a sphygmomanometer, gaining insights into cardiovascular health and essential skills for maintaining healthy blood pressure levels. A special thanks to Mrs. Nava, our school nurse, for her assistance.

You can still buy your Phoenix Yearbook! You also have the option to reserve a copy for just $20.00 and pay the remaining balance when it arrives. For more details, please visit room A221.

We are pleased to inform you that Report Card Day is scheduled for Tuesday, March 25, 2025, from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. During this time, parents are encouraged to meet with their child's teacher. We look forward to seeing you there!

Congratulations to Sara Contreras, Yvana Guzman, and Alberto Vargas! These outstanding students have qualified for Nationals with TAFE! They were recognized during the March regular board meeting for their achievement. #PhoenixPride