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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! 👇
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
📅 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
Calling All Phoenix Parents & Guardians!
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
Parents and guardians of students in ALL grade levels are welcome!
This informative session will help families better understand financial aid requirements, explore scholarship opportunities, and prepare for future college expenses.
It's never too early to start planning for college! We encourage all Phoenix families to take advantage of this valuable opportunity.
We look forward to seeing you there!
#PhoenixPride #ParentAcademy #CollegeReadiness
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
Parents and guardians of students in ALL grade levels are welcome!
This informative session will help families better understand financial aid requirements, explore scholarship opportunities, and prepare for future college expenses.
It's never too early to start planning for college! We encourage all Phoenix families to take advantage of this valuable opportunity.
We look forward to seeing you there!
#PhoenixPride #ParentAcademy #CollegeReadiness
Reminder:
No LISD classes on Monday, October 12, 2026, due to Staff Development.
🎓 TAMIU classes will meet as scheduled. Students in grades 10, 11, and 12 should check with their professors regarding class attendance.
🚌 Transportation and meals will be provided.
📚 All classes resume Tuesday, October 13.
No LISD classes on Monday, October 12, 2026, due to Staff Development.
🎓 TAMIU classes will meet as scheduled. Students in grades 10, 11, and 12 should check with their professors regarding class attendance.
🚌 Transportation and meals will be provided.
📚 All classes resume Tuesday, October 13.
Come learn tips on how to help your child succeed on their state exams. Also, learn about benefits for taxpayers available now.
We will be hosting GECHS Campus Tours & Information Sessions twice each month. Please help us spread the word! If you have friends, family members, neighbors, or community members with students who may be interested in GECHS, please encourage them to sign up for a tour. Feel free to share the registration link or QR code with anyone who may be interested.
Our first tour dates are:
📅 Friday, October 9 or Friday, October 23, 2026
⏰ 8:30 a.m.
📍 Hector J. Garcia Early College High School
Families will experience a student-led tour of GECHS, attend a parent information session to learn more about our Early College High School program and partnership with TAMIU, and conclude with a tour of the TAMIU campus.
🔗 Tour Registration: click here: Campus Tours
📱 Or scan the QR code attached.
We want prospective families to experience firsthand what makes GECHS special and learn about the incredible opportunities available to our students.
Come learn. Ask questions. Explore the possibilities. See yourself as a Phoenix!
Thank you for helping us spread the word and recruit the next generation of Phoenixes!
For more information, please contact Mrs. M. Alaniz, Counselor, at 956-273-7703
#PhoenixPride
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Halloween-themed Calendar Party! We enjoyed a fun afternoon of decorating, planning, and coordinating our October activities.
A special thank you to Mrs. Alaniz, Counselor, and Mrs. Mastee, Assistant Principal, for organizing this fun and festive event!
Here’s to a SPOOKTACULAR October! #PhoenixPride
A special thank you to Mrs. Alaniz, Counselor, and Mrs. Mastee, Assistant Principal, for organizing this fun and festive event!
Here’s to a SPOOKTACULAR October! #PhoenixPride
Thank You, Phoenix Families!
A heartfelt thank you to all of our parents and guardians who joined us for our second Phoenix Parent Academy on September 29! Your involvement and support play an important role in your child’s success.
A special thank you to Mr. Juan M. Vazquez Jr., Associate Director of Recruitment & School Relations, for welcoming our parents and our guest speaker, Mrs. Monica Calles, LISD Executive Director of CCMR, Advanced Academics & Schools of Innovation, for helping our families better understand the impact and benefits of dual enrollment.
We also extend our appreciation to Mrs. Marla Alaniz, GECHS Counselor, for organizing this important Parent Academy.
We look forward to welcoming even more Phoenix families and community members who wish to join us at our 3rd Parent Academy on Wednesday, October 14, at the TAMIU Student Center Auditorium, Room 236!
Strong Families. Strong Students. Stronger Futures.
Soda donation drive for Santo Nino. Community hours will be given. Please see flyer for more information.
Parent & Family Meeting
Join us for a virtual session on Recognizing Early Signs of Emotional Distress in Children & Teens.
📅 Wednesday, October 7
⏰ 10:00–11:30 AM
💻 Google Meet
We hope to see you there!
Congratulations, Diego Dosal!
GECHS is proud to recognize Diego Dosal for being selected as our Border Patrol Youth of the Month for October! Your hard work, leadership, and dedication make us Phoenix Proud!
GECHS is proud to recognize Diego Dosal for being selected as our Border Patrol Youth of the Month for October! Your hard work, leadership, and dedication make us Phoenix Proud!
the LISD Athletic Department will be hosting the SHAC Meeting on Tuesday, October 6 at the Dr. Marcus Nelson Conference Room
“Orange” you glad it’s Fall? On Wednesday our Phoenix teachers participated in a PLC facilitated by Mrs. Mastee. Together they established PLC norms. They also learned some features of Google Gemini Notebook presented by our DLS Ms. Moreno.
Parents and Students,
Please note late entry on Thursday, October 1, and Friday, October 2, due to the expected weather conditions. See flyer for details.
University professors will be informed of the late-entry arrangement.
Students are encouraged to bring raincoats, umbrellas, water-friendly shoes, and a change of clothes.
Stay safe and prepared!
The Laredo Independent School District Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council (SSAC) held their first meeting of the 2026-2027 school year with LISD Superintendent Guillermo Pro. The meeting was hosted by the Martin High School at the LISD Performing Arts Center in the Dr. Marcus Nelson Conference Room.
The students were welcomed by Gerardo Rodriguez, LISD Assistant Superintendent for Student Services and Guillermo Pro, LISD Superintendent.
IBC Executive Vice-President Corporate Marketing Gabriel Castillo served as keynote speaker during the meeting. He discussed the importance of financial literacy for high school students. IBC also provided lunch from Chick-Fil-A and some amazing door prizes for our students.
During the meeting students also heard a presentation regarding the Society of Martha Washington Scholarship by LISD Director of Communication, Veronica Castillon.
The students were welcomed by Gerardo Rodriguez, LISD Assistant Superintendent for Student Services and Guillermo Pro, LISD Superintendent.
IBC Executive Vice-President Corporate Marketing Gabriel Castillo served as keynote speaker during the meeting. He discussed the importance of financial literacy for high school students. IBC also provided lunch from Chick-Fil-A and some amazing door prizes for our students.
During the meeting students also heard a presentation regarding the Society of Martha Washington Scholarship by LISD Director of Communication, Veronica Castillon.
