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Texas Bar Foundation Awards HCISD a Grant to Enhance Law And Public Service Program

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Harlingen South Journalism Class Awarded J. Gonzalez Law Firm’s Legacy of Learning Grant

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La clase de periodismo de Harlingen South es galardonada con el donativo “Legacy of Learning” del Bufete Jurídico J. Gonzalez.

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Celebrating the Heart of Education: HCISD World Teacher Day

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Texas Bar Foundation Awards HCISD a Grant to Enhance Law And Public Service Program

Ashley RodriguezNovember 17, 2025November 17, 2025

Harlingen, TX – The Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District (HCISD) Career and Technical Education (CTE) Department was selected as a grant recipient of the Texas Bar Foundation to support its...

Harlingen South Journalism Class Awarded J. Gonzalez Law Firm’s Legacy of Learning Grant

Ashley RodriguezOctober 31, 2025October 31, 2025

Mary Ann Garcia’s journalism class at Harlingen High School South was selected as one of the recipients of the J. Gonzalez Law Firm’s Legacy of Learning Giveaway, receiving a $1,000...

La clase de periodismo de Harlingen South es galardonada con el donativo “Legacy of Learning” del Bufete Jurídico J. Gonzalez.

Ricardo LaraOctober 31, 2025November 3, 2025

La clase de periodismo de Mary Ann Garcia en Harlingen High School South fue seleccionada como una de las ganadoras del Legacy of Learning Giveaway del Bufete Jurídico J. Gonzalez,...

Celebrating the Heart of Education: HCISD World Teacher Day

Ashley RodriguezOctober 6, 2025October 6, 2025

Each year in October, the world comes together to honor the educators who dedicate their time, passion, and expertise to shaping the minds and hearts of future generations. At the...

Celebrando el corazón de la educación: Día Mundial del Maestro de HCISD.

Ricardo LaraOctober 6, 2025October 6, 2025

Cada año, en octubre, el mundo se une para honrar a los educadores que dedican su tiempo, pasión y experiencia a formar las mentes y los corazones de las futuras...

Cynthia Castillo Named Vice President of the Texas Statewide Network of Assessment Professionals

Ashley RodriguezOctober 3, 2025October 3, 2025

Cynthia Castillo, HCISD Coordinator for Assessment and Accountability, has been named Vice President of the Texas Statewide Network of Assessment Professionals (TSNAP), a statewide organization dedicated to supporting assessment professionals...

Cynthia Castillo es nombrada vicepresidenta de la Texas Statewide Network of Assessment Professionals.

Ricardo LaraOctober 3, 2025October 6, 2025

Cynthia Castillo, Coordinadora de Evaluación y Responsabilidad de HCISD, ha sido nombrada Vicepresidenta de la Texas Statewide Network of Assessment Professionals (Red Estatal de Profesionales de la Evaluación de Texas)...

Mighty Hawk Band named Band of America 3A Regional Champions

Ashley RodriguezSeptember 22, 2025

The Harlingen High School South Mighty Hawk Band earned the title of Class 3A Regional Champions at the Bands of America Regional Championships held in McAllen on September 20. The...

La Mighty Hawk Band es nombrada Campeona Regional de Band of America 3A.

Ricardo LaraSeptember 22, 2025September 24, 2025

La Banda Mighty Hawk de la Preparatoria Harlingen High South obtuvo el título de Campeona Regional de la Clase 3A en el Campeonato Regional de Bandas de América, celebrado en...

HCISD Bird Bowl Reception Celebrates a Legacy of Leadership

Ashley RodriguezSeptember 17, 2025September 17, 2025

Bird Bowl has been an HCISD tradition for 33 years, uniting the community each fall. This year, the spirit of the event went beyond the football field. Former and current...

La recepción Bird Bowl de HCISD celebra un legado de liderazgo.

Ricardo LaraSeptember 17, 2025September 18, 2025

El Bird Bowl ha sido una tradición de HCISD durante 33 años, un evento que une a la comunidad cada otoño. Este año, el espíritu del evento trascendió el campo...

Harlingen CISD Welcomes Shane Strubhart as Assistant Superintendent of Community Engagement and Strategic Partnerships

Ashley RodriguezSeptember 16, 2025September 24, 2025

Harlingen CISD is proud to announce that Robert Shane Strubhart has been named the district’s new Assistant Superintendent of Community Engagement and Strategic Partnerships. In this role, Strubhart will lead...

Harlingen CISD da la bienvenida a Shane Strubhart como Asistente de Superintendente de Participación Comunitaria y Colaboraciones Estratégicas.

Ricardo LaraSeptember 16, 2025September 18, 2025

Harlingen (CISD) se enorgullece en anunciar que Robert Shane Strubhart ha sido nombrado el nuevo Asistente de Superintendente de Participación Comunitaria y Colaboraciones Estratégicas del distrito. En este puesto, Strubhart...

HCISD Celebrates National Recognition in Financial Reporting, and Plans for Stronger Fiscal Future

Ashley RodriguezSeptember 11, 2025September 24, 2025

Harlingen CISD has once again been recognized for its commitment to financial transparency and excellence. The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) of the United States and Canada has awarded HCISD...

HCISD celebra Reconocimiento Nacional en Informes Financieros y planea un futuro fiscal más sólido.

Ricardo LaraSeptember 11, 2025September 18, 2025

Harlingen (HCISD) ha sido reconocido una vez más por su compromiso con la transparencia y la excelencia financiera. La Asociación de Oficiales de Finanzas Gubernamentales (GFOA) de Estados Unidos y...

HCISD Guardians Strengthen Layers of Security

Ashley RodriguezAugust 28, 2025September 24, 2025

At Harlingen CISD, student safety is a top priority. To support this commitment, the district follows a multi-tiered, collaborative approach to safety and security, with each layer designed to protect...

Los Guardianes de HCISD fortalecen las capas o niveles de seguridad.

Ricardo LaraAugust 28, 2025September 18, 2025

En Harlingen CISD, la seguridad de los estudiantes es una prioridad muy importante. Para apoyar este compromiso, el distrito implementa un enfoque colaborativo de seguridad y protección de variados niveles,...

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HCISD Principal Residency Program Continues to Build Leaders from Within

Ashley RodriguezAugust 26, 2025September 24, 2025

[caption id="attachment_29723" align="aligncenter" width="2560"] Dr. Veronica Kortan and Dr. Nolan Perez welcome HCISD’s new assistant principal residents during the 2025 Administrator Retreat: Antonio Coronado, Alejandra Muñiz, and Leticia Almaguer[/caption] The...

El Programa de Residencia de Directores de HCISD continúa formando líderes desde adentro.

Ricardo LaraAugust 26, 2025September 18, 2025

[caption id="attachment_29723" align="aligncenter" width="2560"] Dr. Veronica Kortan y Dr. Nolan Perez dan la bienvenida a los nuevos subdirectores residentes de HCISD durante el Retiro de Administradores 2025: Antonio Coronado, Alejandra...

TEA Announces 2025 Accountability Ratings

Ashley RodriguezAugust 15, 2025September 24, 2025

Harlingen CISD is celebrating two consecutive years of academic growth following the release of the Texas Education Agency’s 2025 accountability ratings. The district received TEA's Postsecondary Readiness distinction, one of...

TEA anuncia las Índices de Responsabilidad de 2025

Ricardo LaraAugust 15, 2025August 19, 2025

Harlingen HCISD celebra dos años consecutivos de crecimiento académico tras la publicación de los índices de responsabilidad de la Agencia de Educación de Texas (TEA) de 2025. El distrito recibió...

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Camp Code 2025: I Can Code, What’s Your Superpower? HCISD Hosts Summer Coding Camp for Middle School Students

Ashley RodriguezAugust 4, 2025August 15, 2025

This summer, 75 middle school students in grades 6-8 experienced the excitement of technology and innovation through Camp Code, a dynamic, hands-on summer camp held at Harlingen Collegiate High from...

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Campamento Codificación 2025: Yo puedo programar, ¿cuál es tu superpoder? HCISD organiza un campamento de verano de programación para estudiantes de secundaria.

Ricardo LaraAugust 4, 2025August 14, 2025

Este verano, 75 estudiantes de secundaria de 6to a 8vo grado experimentaron la emoción de la tecnología y la innovación a través de Camp Code, un campamento de verano dinámico...

HCISD Wins Big in 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards

Ashley RodriguezJuly 24, 2025

Harlingen CISD is proud to announce its recognition in the 2025 Valley Morning Star Readers’ Choice Awards, earning top honors in 10 categories. These awards reflect the hard work and...

HCISD se lleva grandes premios en los Readers’ Choice Awards de 2025.

Ricardo LaraJuly 24, 2025July 30, 2025

El Distrito Escolar Independiente de Harlingen se enorgullece en anunciar su reconocimiento en los Premios de 2025 Valley Morning Star Readers’ Choice Awards, obteniendo los máximos honores en 10 categorías....

HCISD Wins 2025 TAEA District of Distinction Award

Ashley RodriguezJuly 24, 2025

The Texas Art Education Association (TAEA) announced the 109 winners of the 2025 District of Distinction Award. Among the list of honorees is Harlingen CISD. The recognition honors school districts...

HCISD gana el Premio al Distrito de Distinción TAEA 2025.

Ricardo LaraJuly 24, 2025July 30, 2025

La Asociación de Educación Artística de Texas (TAEA) anunció a los 109 ganadores del Premio Distrito de Distinción 2025. Entre los galardonados se encuentra Harlingen CISD. Este reconocimiento honra a...

Middle School and High School Speech and Debate students succeed at National Finals

Ashley RodriguezJuly 17, 2025

In June, HCISD middle school and high school students competed at the National Speech and Debate Association National Finals in Des Moines, Iowa. Gutierrez Middle School of Arts and Sciences,...

Estudiantes de Oratoria y Debate de secundaria y preparatoria triunfan en las finales nacionales.

Ricardo LaraJuly 17, 2025July 21, 2025

En junio, los estudiantes de secundaria y preparatoria de HCISD compitieron en las Finales Nacionales de la Asociación Nacional de Oratoria y Debate en Des Moines, Iowa. La Escuela Secundaria...

Principals named for Early Childhood Academy and Vela Middle School

Ashley RodriguezJuly 9, 2025July 10, 2025

The Harlingen CISD Board of Trustees approved two new principals at the July 8 board meeting. Yvonne Cavazos Gonzalez was selected as principal for Early Childhood Academy, and Venessa Acosta...

Han sido nombradas las directoras para la Academia de la Primera Infancia y la Escuela Secundaria Vela.

Ricardo LaraJuly 9, 2025July 16, 2025

La Mesa Directiva de Harlingen (CISD) aprobó a dos nuevas directoras en la reunión del 8 de julio. Yvonne Cavazos González fue seleccionada como directora de la Academia de la...

Ida Ambriz Named Assistant Superintendent for Business Services

Ashley RodriguezJuly 8, 2025

Harlingen CISD is proud to announce that Ida Ambriz has been named Assistant Superintendent for Business Services. Her career in school finance began in 2006 with HCISD’s Accounting Department, where...

Ida Ambriz es nombrada Asistente de Superintendente de Servicios Empresariales.

Ricardo LaraJuly 8, 2025July 16, 2025

Harlingen HCIS se enorgullece en anunciar que Ida Ambriz ha sido nombrada Asistente de Superintendente de Servicios Empresariales. Su carrera en finanzas en el área académica comenzó en 2006 en...

Standing Ovation for HCISD One Act Play: South Wins State, HHS Reaches Top 8

Ashley RodriguezJune 18, 2025

Harlingen CISD celebrates its high school One Act Play programs, as both Harlingen High School South and Harlingen High School advanced to the UIL One Act Play State Meet, placing...

Nos paramos para ovacionar la Obra de un Solo Acto de HCISD: South gana el estado, HHS llega a los primeros 8.

Ricardo LaraJune 18, 2025July 16, 2025

Harlingen CISD celebra sus programas de Obras de Un Acto para preparatorias, ya que ambas escuelas, la Preparatoria Harlingen High South y la Preparatoria Harlingen High avanzaron al Torneo Estatal...

Harlingen High School and Harlingen South recognized in UIL Lone Star Cup Standings

Ashley RodriguezJune 18, 2025June 19, 2025

Harlingen High School and Harlingen High School South have earned statewide recognition for excellence, both finishing in the top 40 among hundreds of 5A and 6A schools in Texas in...

Las Preparatorias Harlingen High y Harlingen High South fueron reconocidas en la clasificación de la UIL Lone Star Cup.

Ricardo LaraJune 18, 2025July 16, 2025

La Preparatoria Harlingen High y la Preparatoria Harlingen High Sur han recibido el reconocimiento estatal por su excelencia, ubicándose entre las 40 mejores entre cientos de escuelas 5A y 6A...

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Extending HOPE: Summer Counseling Services Now Available for HCISD Students

Ashley RodriguezJune 16, 2025

This past school year marked a milestone for Harlingen CISD as the district successfully expanded its HOPE Squad program to all elementary and secondary campuses. Launched in 2022 through a...

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Extendiendo el Programa HOPE: Los Servicios de Asesoramiento y Orientación Académica de verano ya están disponibles para estudiantes de HCISD.

Ricardo LaraJune 16, 2025July 16, 2025

El pasado año escolar fue muy importante para Harlingen CISD, ya que expandió con éxito su programa HOPE Squad a todas las escuelas primarias y secundarias. Lanzado en 2022 gracias...

Dalia Moore named principal for Harlingen High School South

Ashley RodriguezJune 10, 2025June 10, 2025

Harlingen CISD is proud to announce that Dalia Moore has been named principal for Harlingen High School South. A proud native of Harlingen, Moore was born and raised in this...

Dalia Moore es nombrada directora de la Escuela Preparatoria Harlingen High South.

Ricardo LaraJune 10, 2025July 16, 2025

Harlingen CISD se enorgullece de informar que Dalia Moore ha sido nombrada directora de la Escuela Preparatoria Harlingen High South. Orgullosa por ser originaria de Harlingen, Moore nació y creció...

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HCISD Celebrates 11 Schools Named Capturing Kids’ Hearts National Showcase Schools

Ashley RodriguezMay 22, 2025May 22, 2025

Harlingen CISD is proud to announce that 11 elementary campuses have been named Capturing Kids’ Hearts National Showcase Schools for the 2024–2025 school year! This exciting recognition highlights schools that...

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HCISD celebra el nombramiento de 11 escuelas como Escuelas Destacadas a Nivel Nacional del Programa Capturing Kids’ Hearts.

Ricardo LaraMay 22, 2025July 15, 2025

Harlingen CISD se enorgullece en informar que 11 escuelas primarias han sido nombradas Escuelas Destacadas a Nivel Nacional del Programa Capturing Kids’ Hearts para el año escolar 2024-2025. Este emocionante...

HCISD Celebrates 7 years of National Recognition for Music Education

Ashley RodriguezMay 21, 2025May 30, 2025

Harlingen CISD has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education designation from The NAMM Foundation for their outstanding support and commitment to music education. Now in its 26th...

HCISD celebra 7 años de reconocimiento nacional a la educación musical.

Ricardo LaraMay 21, 2025July 15, 2025

Harlingen CISD ha sido galardonado con la designación de Mejores Comunidades para la Educación Musical de la Fundación NAMM por su destacado apoyo y compromiso con la educación musical. En...

Perfect Attendance Pays Off: Last Year’s Car Winner Reflects on Her Big Win

Ashley RodriguezMay 2, 2025May 2, 2025

When Emmalee Fuentes heard her ticket number called as the winner of a 2024 Chevy Trax LX at last year’s Gillman Drive for Perfect Attendance event, she was in disbelief....

La asistencia perfecta da sus frutos: la ganadora del auto del año pasado reflexiona sobre su gran premio.

Ricardo LaraMay 2, 2025July 15, 2025

Cuando Emmalee Fuentes escuchó que anunciaban su número de boleto como ganadora de un Chevy Trax LX 2024 en el evento Gillman Drive for Perfect Attendance del año pasado, no...

Accountability Ratings from 2023 Now Public: HCISD Earns 74 Distinctions

Ashley RodriguezApril 24, 2025April 24, 2025

Following a two-year court injunction, TEA has released the 2023 A-F ratings, giving the community the opportunity to see the progress and achievements of local schools. In 2023, Texas launched...

Los Indicadores de Responsabilidad de 2023 ya fueron publicados: HCISD obtiene 74 distinciones.

Ricardo LaraApril 24, 2025July 15, 2025

Tras una orden judicial de dos años, la Agencia de Educación de Texas (TEA) publicó los indicativos de la A a la F de 2023, lo que brinda a la...

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Harlingen CISD Aquatic Center Receives STEP INTO SWIM Grant

Ashley RodriguezApril 15, 2025April 15, 2025

Harlingen CISD is thrilled to announce that the Aquatic Center has received the STEP INTO SWIM Grant, which will allow us to offer free swimming lessons to 50 students this...