A round of applause for Ms. Medellin from Santa Maria Elementary for truly breaking down barriers in education using Screencastify! Her use of this powerful tool is ensuring all students have access to the materials they need, when they need them.

✏️ Word builders in action! Yesterday, students practiced sounding out and constructing CVC words. Awesome job to everyone who earned ClassDojo participation points for active learning and great teamwork! 💯🌟 #EarlyReading #ClassDojoPoints #StudentSuccess

🎉 Exciting learning in Ms. C. Ramirez’s 3rd grade class! Our students are taking their math skills to the next level by diving into higher-order thinking and mastering number lines! 🧠



Ms. Estevis’ 2nd graders are becoming little story detectives! 🕵️ The class has been diving into character analysis—learning how to look closely at what characters say, do, think, and feel to truly understand who they are. We are so proud of their hard work and big thinking! 📚










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.
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.

Hands-on learning in action! 🔌 Today, our 5th graders investigated electrical circuits, testing how energy flows to light up bulbs and power motors. Great job to our young scientists for problem-solving and exploring the power of STEM! ⚡️💡 #STEM #ScienceInAction #ElementaryEducation



🎮 Big thanks to board member Alfredo Perez for the amazing new esports equipment! Our players are gearing up, dialing in their settings, and getting ready to dominate and break barriers in the tournament. The team couldn't be more excited to level up with this awesome support! 🚀🔥



Come learn tips on how to help your child succeed on their state exams. Also, learn about benefits for taxpayers available now.

📚💙 NO SCHOOL – OCTOBER 12! 💙📚
Happy National Principal’s Month to our amazing principal, Mr. J. R. Perez, III! 💙🐦 Thank you for your leadership, dedication, and commitment to our students, staff, and Santa Maria Elementary community. We appreciate all you do to help our Mighty Blue Jays soar! 💙✨
🎯 Are you ready to reach your AR goal?
It’s time to READ, QUIZ, and ACHIEVE! 🏆📖
Challenge yourself to reach your October AR Goal and show what you can accomplish!
🌟 Set your goal.
📚 Read every day.
📝 Take your AR quizzes.
🏆 Reach your goal!
💪 Every book brings you one step closer!
It’s time to READ, QUIZ, and ACHIEVE! 🏆📖
Challenge yourself to reach your October AR Goal and show what you can accomplish!
🌟 Set your goal.
📚 Read every day.
📝 Take your AR quizzes.
🏆 Reach your goal!
💪 Every book brings you one step closer!
ATTENTION, BLUE JAY FAMILIES!
You’re invited to our Title 1 Parent Meeting!
October 7, 2026
9:00 AM
Santa Maria Elementary School Library
Join us as we discuss our Title 1 program and how we can work together to support our students’ success!
the LISD Athletic Department will be hosting the SHAC Meeting on Tuesday, October 6 at the Dr. Marcus Nelson Conference Room


🍩🏃♀️ Ready, set… DONUT! 🏃♂️🍩 The Laredo Independent School District Police Department invites the community to lace up for the Donut Dash 5K! Join us for a morning of fun, fitness, and giving back as we Run. Support. Serve.
📅 Saturday, November 21, 2026
📍 Shirley Field Parking Lot
⏰ Check-in: 7:00 AM | Race: 8:00 AM
🎁 Entry Fee: One new toy valued at $25 or more
Every step supports a great cause! Scan the QR code on the flyer to register and come dash with us!
#lisdtheplacetobe
📅 Saturday, November 21, 2026
📍 Shirley Field Parking Lot
⏰ Check-in: 7:00 AM | Race: 8:00 AM
🎁 Entry Fee: One new toy valued at $25 or more
Every step supports a great cause! Scan the QR code on the flyer to register and come dash with us!
#lisdtheplacetobe

🧮This is what our everyday learning looks like. Hands on and technology integration. 💻

⚙️Thank you for everything you do to keep our systems up and running. ⚙️

🪄😊Don't miss it | no se lo pierdan. 😊🪄

Going gold for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. 💛 Every child deserves a chance to grow up, dream big, and thrive. This past Tuesday we raised our voices by wearing yellow and will continue to help fight for Childhood Cancer Awareness.










September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. You don’t have to carry the weight alone—reach out, check on your people, and know that help is always available. 💜

A new month means fresh goals, key dates, and exclusive insights! Check out our monthly calendar and latest newsletter to stay in the loop. 🗓️✨


