The fine art programs of HCISD’s secondary schools bring enrichment and tradition to our students and families. Read about our choirs, bands, drama groups, orchestras and more here.
Cano Freshman Academy students Yvette Govea and Alondra Bastidas received gold medals for the artwork they submitted to the 26th Annual Visual Arts Scholastic Event. They received a Superior rating,...
Las estudiantes de Cano Freshman Academy, Yvette Govea y Alondra Bastidas, recibieron medallas de oro por las obras de arte que presentaron en el 26to Evento Académico Anual de Artes...
In early March, Harlingen High School and Harlingen High School South competed at the District 32-6A One-Act Play contest. The Harlingen High School cast and crew earned first place with...
A principios de marzo, las Preparatorias Harlingen High y Harlingen High South compitieron en el concurso One-Act Play del Distrito 32-6A. El elenco y el equipo de la Preparatoria Harlingen...
Students at Cano Freshman Academy submitted 83 custom-made notes to Operation Gratitude, an organization that sends letters and personalized care packages to service personnel. The students wrote letters not only to troops, but also to...
Los estudiantes de Cano Freshman Academy enviaron 83 notas personalizadas a Operation Gratitude, una organización que envía, como agradecimiento, cartas y paquetes personalizados al personal de servicio. Los estudiantes escribieron...
Nine Harlingen CISD students earned a position in the Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) Texas All-State Ensemble. Virtual auditions, where students submitted recorded, real-time performances for a panel of five...
Nueve estudiantes de Harlingen CISD obtuvieron un lugar en el Texas All-State Ensemble de la Asociación de Maestros de Música de Texas (TMEA). Las audiciones virtuales, donde los estudiantes realizaron...
The Harlingen High School Varsity Women’s Choir was invited to perform at the Texas Music Educators Association Conference. Every year, ensembles submit their music to the TMEA board for a...
El Coro Femenil Varsity de la Preparatoria Harlingen High recibió una invitación para presentarse en la Conferencia de la Asociación de Maestros de Música de Texas (TMEA). Todos los años,...
Band students and staff were greeted with cheers and waves on December 14 as they began their trip to the state competition with a parade through the HCISD Administration building...
Los estudiantes y el personal de banda fueron recibidos con aplausos y saludos el 14 de diciembre al iniciar su viaje a la competencia estatal con un desfile por el...
In 1997, Harlingen High School South was only a couple of years old, and a group of freshmen, juniors, and seniors, without realizing it then, made a tremendous impact to...
En 1997, la Escuela Preparatoria Harlingen High South tenía solo un par de años, y un grupo de estudiantes de 9no, 11er y 12do grado, sin darse cuenta en esa...
The Vela Middle School Jazz I band, directed by Erika R. Uribe, has been selected as a National Winner in the Mark of Excellence/ National Jazz Honors Project. "The Foundation...
La banda de Jazz I de la Escuela Secundaria Vela, dirigida por Erika R. Uribe, ha sido seleccionada como ganadora nacional en el Mark of Excellence / National Jazz Honors...
The talented filmmakers in Harlingen CISD’s Media Arts and Communications Academy celebrated their hard work and dedication last month. The students participated in the 9th annual Student Film Awards. While...
Los talentosos cineastas de la Academia de Artes de la Comunicación de Harlingen CISD celebraron el mes pasado su arduo trabajo y dedicación. Los estudiantes participaron en la novena edición...
BY CATHERINE DUNCAN Dr. Cano P. Freshman Academy students showcased their creative capabilities at the 25th annual Visual Arts Scholarship Event on March 7th, 2020. The group of students was...
Estudiantes de la Academia Dr. Cano P. Freshman mostraron sus capacidades creativas en el 25to Evento anual de Becas de Artes Visuales el 7 de marzo de 2020. El grupo...
Six students from Harlingen High School and Harlingen High School South qualified for the prestigious All-State Jazz Band and Choir. The six students will perform at the Texas Music Educators...
Seis estudiantes de las Preparatorias Harlingen High y Harlingen High South clasificaron para la prestigiosa All-State Jazz Band and Choir. Los seis estudiantes actuarán en la clínica y convención anual...
Harlingen CISD students will perform the National Anthem at an upcoming Spurs game in San Antonio over the holiday. Harlingen High School South and Harlingen High School performers Gabriela Rae...
Estudiantes de HCISD interpretarán el Himno Nacional en un próximo juego de los Spurs en San Antonio durante la temporada navideña. Las intérpretes de las Preparatorias Harlingen High South y...
Harlingen School of Health Professions students along with Media Arts and Communications Academy students partnered with Unidos Contra la Diabetes to launch a health campaign aimed at reducing the prevalence...
Los estudiantes de la Escuela de Profesiones de la Salud de Harlingen junto con los estudiantes de la Academia de Artes Comunicación se unieron a Unidos Contra la Diabetes para...
BY MEGAN AUNE | HCISD WRITER Even before April of this year, Alex Garza knew herself to be a busybody. She constantly juggles dance classes, cheer team, surf lessons, and...
Antes de abril de este año, Alex Garza sabía que iba a estar en todo. Ella constantemente hace juegos y malabares con sus clases de baile, equipo de animación, clases...
BY CATHERINE DUNCAN | HCISD WRITER Harlingen High School South Senior Seth Keele earned the coveted Outstanding Performer Award at state this year for the second time in his high school career....
Seth Keele, estudiante de 12do grado de la Escuela Preparatoria Harlingen High South obtuvo el codiciado reconocimiento Outstanding Performer este año en la competencia estatal por segunda vez durante su...
Both the Harlingen High School South Mighty Hawk Band and the Harlingen High School Big Red Cardinal Band earned Division I ratings on Saturday at the 77th annual Pigskin Jubilee. ...
Las bandas de la Escuela Preparatoria Harlingen High South Mighty Hawk y de la Escuela Preparatoria Harlingen High Big Red Cardinal obtuvieron calificaciones de la División I en el 77mo...
There were tears of joy inside the Harlingen Performing Arts Conservatory on Friday afternoon. A surprise announcement brought on the emotional reaction from Vela Middle School students as they were...
BY JACKIE MAGNO | HCISD WRITER Silence fills a classroom at Travis Elementary as several students concentrate on crocheting. Across the hallway, other students laugh as they shake a Tupperware...
Harlingen CISD elementary students nearly swept the Rio Grande Valley Firefighters and Fire Marshal's Association's annual poster contest this month. Harlingen CISD students brought home seven awards. The following...
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The National Association Music Merchants named Harlingen CISD one of the “Best Communities for Music Education” for its ongoing commitment to music education, the association announced this week. The designation...
Eight Harlingen High School South students advanced to the National Junior Classical League National Competition, which will be held at North Dakota State University in July. The students attended the...
Memorial Middle School students competed in the Texas Art Education Association's Visual Arts Scholastic event this past weekend. The following students earned superior ratings: Annie Ambriz Esmer Barrera Audrey...
BY CRISTINA M. GARCIA Harlingen CISD students earned two top spots at the Texas Forensic Association state competition held in Houston this month. Faith George Ann Zepeda, a junior at...
Two Cano Freshmen Academy students successfully competed in the 2019 Visual Art Scholastic Event (VASE). Emerica Gonzales and Kaitlynn Miranda received the highest rating of 4, with Kaitlynn receiving...
Students from both Harlingen High School and Harlingen High School South were recently awarded chairs in the 2019 Texas Music Educators Association Region 28 Mariachi Auditions held Jan. 29...
Harlingen High School South senior, Victoria Wells, took first chair flute at the Texas Music Educators Association Region 28 Mariachi Auditions held Jan. 29 in Donna, Texas. As the top...
Harlingen High School Choir members were recently awarded chairs in 2019 TMEA All-State Choir ensembles as a result of successful auditions. See results below: Cadence Carpio, Freshman - 1st Chair...
Lee Means Elementary Fine Arts Academy presents Disney's The Little Mermaid Jr. Performances will take place at HCISD’s Performing Arts Center located at 3217 Wilson Rd. in Harlingen. Get your tickets online...
Daniel Hernandez, a trombonist for Harlingen High School South Band, is now in the top 3 percent of high-school musicians in the state of Texas. He was one of hundreds...
Harlingen CISD’s Drama Department proudly presents Mamma Mia! the smash hit musical based on the songs of ABBA. Performances will take place at HCISD’s Performing Arts Center located at 3217...
Students are spreading holiday cheer as they perform carols for the community at the Performing Arts Center. HCISD invites the community to get in the spirit of the holidays and support...
The Harlingen High School Big Red Cardinal Band is on the way to the biggest stage in Texas high-school marching. The band has advanced to the State UIL Marching Contest...