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ULA awards grant to HCISD engineering clubs

Adriana DominguezApril 17, 2015

Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District engineering teams are getting assistance from the United Launch Alliance to embark on another successful competition season. The ULA presented the Harlingen High School, Harlingen...

Arts District News

Community Invited to Attend HCISD Art Show

Adriana DominguezApril 17, 2015April 17, 2015

Showcasing middle school and high school artists, the HCISD Art Show and Reception will be held on May 1 at the HCISD Performing Arts Center, 3217 W. Wilson Rd. Community...

Academics District News

Cano Academy teacher named PBS LearningMedia Digital Innovator

Adriana DominguezApril 15, 2015April 15, 2015

Linda Salinas, social studies teacher at Dr. Abraham P. Cano Freshman Academy, is among 100 educators nationwide to be chosen for the 2015 PBS LearningMedia Digital Innovator, which recognizes tech-savvy...

Academics District News

Placing students at the front of the line through transformed learning

Adriana DominguezApril 13, 2015April 16, 2015

When Althania Jaimez ninth grade student walks into a specialty room at the Harlingen School of Health Professions, she doesn’t view the manikin that she trains on as just a...

Academics District News

College Showcase: Q and A with HCISD’s graduating leaders

Adriana DominguezApril 6, 2015April 7, 2015

As students at the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District prepare to graduate, the valedictorians, salutatorians, and campus organization presidents at each of the district’s comprehensive high schools share their experience...

District News Student of the Week

Student of the Week: Taking the stage

Adriana DominguezApril 6, 2015

Whether she’s playing her clarinet or acting, Anell McDaniel, eighth grade student at Vela Middle School, feels she is where she belongs each time she takes the stage. At first,...

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Student of the Week: The best of both worlds in arts and academics

Adriana DominguezMarch 30, 2015March 30, 2015

When eighth grade student Bianca Lopez joined the Memorial Middle School Choir, she knew it would become a central part of her life. In her first year at Memorial she...

HCISD students round up awards at 2015 Rio Grande Livestock Show

Adriana DominguezMarch 26, 2015March 30, 2015

Earning over $30,000, students at the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District saw their hard work pay off at the Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show held March 13-22. Participants from all across...

Excellent Educator: HCISD teacher Vanessa Rincones selected as finalist in the 2015 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards Program

Adriana DominguezMarch 25, 2015March 25, 2015

On Wednesday, March 25, H-E-B representatives stopped by Sam Houston Elementary to present teacher Vanessa Rincones with statewide recognition for her efforts in the classroom and announcing her as a finalist in the Rising Star -...

HCISD students shine at Texas Association of Future Educators State Competition

Adriana DominguezMarch 24, 2015

Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District students shined at the Texas Association of Future Educators (TAFE) State Competition held in Lubbock. Harlingen High School team members, Alejandro Maciel, Gio Estrada, and...

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Student of the Week: Making the best, better

Adriana DominguezMarch 23, 2015

As part of 4-H, a youth development and mentoring program, Laura Macmanus eighth grade student at Gutierrez Middle School not only participates in raising and showing animals, but she is...

Educators Invited to HCISD Talent Acquisition Event

Adriana DominguezMarch 12, 2015March 12, 2015

The Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District will be hosting its annual Talent Acquisition Event for all teacher candidates at the Dr. Abraham P. Cano Freshman Academy on Saturday, April 11 from...

Academics District News

HCISD to increase readiness skills with Pre-K program expansion

Adriana DominguezMarch 11, 2015March 11, 2015

Transforming early-childhood education at the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District, its Board of Trustees unanimously approved a proposal to expand pre-kindergarten services to a full day schedule for eligible students....

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Student of the Week: Curiosity inspires learning

Adriana DominguezMarch 9, 2015March 9, 2015

Sixth grade student Justin Armstrong was recently crowned Coakley Middle School’s Spelling Bee Champion. He credits his knack for words to his love of reading at a very young age. “As...

Academics District News

HCISD and Sylvan Learning Centers of the RGV team up in celebration of National Read Across America Day

Adriana DominguezMarch 3, 2015

In commemoration of Dr. Seuss’ birthday, the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District and Sylvan Learning Centers of the Rio Grande Valley have teamed up to promote reading as a part...

District News Student of the Week

Student of the Week: Owl reporter learns the tricks of the trade

Adriana DominguezMarch 2, 2015

Emma Ramirez, All-A fifth grade student at Zavala Elementary keeps kids up-to-date on the latest campus news as part of the newspaper crew in the Zavala Owls Media organization. She...

HHS JROTC awarded first place at Drill Team Championship

Adriana DominguezFebruary 26, 2015February 18, 2015

The Harlingen High School JROTC Cadets were awarded a First Place win at the Fifth Brigade Drill Team Championships held in San Antonio, February 6, 2015, at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention...

Arts District News

Multi-school string quartet creates sweet harmonies

Adriana DominguezFebruary 25, 2015February 27, 2015

Certain personalities and musical preferences among students just seem to click. Such is the case with a group of four remarkable Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District musicians. Make no mistake;...

Academics Athletics District News

Students receive Academic All-State Awards

Adriana DominguezFebruary 24, 2015February 20, 2015

The Texas High School Coaches Association has recognized five seniors from Harlingen High School and Harlingen High School South as Academic All-State Athletes. Each year, high school senior athletes are...

District News Student of the Week

Student of the Week: Learning strategy and logic through chess

Adriana DominguezFebruary 23, 2015February 20, 2015

Devin Gonzales, fifth grade student at Wilson Elementary has been playing chess for three years now. While he plays for fun with his campus team, Devin has benefited from the...

Arts District News

Memorial MS: Creating high caliber artists through fine arts programs

Adriana DominguezFebruary 23, 2015February 23, 2015

[youtube height="315" width="560"]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=423C2SJ-4zI[/youtube] A myriad of talented choir, band, orchestra, and jazz musicians can trace their beginnings to the halls of Memorial Middle School. From there, many have gone...

Community invited to attend RGV Leadership Summit

Adriana DominguezFebruary 20, 2015March 23, 2015

[youtube height="360" width="540"]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ko0Ijt6yls&feature=youtu.be[/youtube] Developing leaders in our community, the RGV Leadership Summit will be held at the HCISD Performing Arts Center, 3217 W. Wilson Rd., on May 8. Community members...

Athletics District News

Harlingen South Boys Basketball Team Named 32-6A District Champions

Adriana DominguezFebruary 20, 2015

On Tuesday, Feb. 17, the Harlingen High School South Boys Basketball team earned the District 32-6A Champion title after a great season. In their final game, the team faced Brownsville...

Academics District News

Memorial MS student takes district championship at the 2015 District Spelling Bee

Adriana DominguezFebruary 18, 2015February 19, 2015

Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District middle school students took the stage at Vernon Middle School to showcase their spelling skills at the 2015 District Spelling Bee on February 11. Competitors were put...

Academics District News

HCISD chess teams earn top marks at regional tournament

Adriana DominguezFebruary 17, 2015February 19, 2015

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Coakley Algebra Program: Driven for excellence

Adriana DominguezFebruary 16, 2015February 16, 2015

[youtube height="315" width="560"]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UAL_w2hg9Bg&feature=youtu.be[/youtube] “Simply the Best,” are words that eighth grade student Lauren Resendiz carries close to her heart as they symbolize the pride she feels for her campus,...

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Student of the Week: Future health professional gets a head start

Adriana DominguezFebruary 16, 2015

Ricardo Langevin, fifth grade student at Treasure Hills Elementary is getting an early start in his field of choice. He is a member of the Future Health Professionals Academy. An...

Parents invited to dyslexia information session

Adriana DominguezFebruary 12, 2015

Parents are invited to attend a dyslexia information session on Monday, February 23, 2015 at 5:30 pm in Room 511 of the Harlingen CISD Administration Building. This session is part...

HCISD selected as Large School District finalist in the 2015 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards program

Adriana DominguezFebruary 11, 2015

H-E-B recently released the names of the finalists for large and small school districts, early childhood education facilities, and public school boards for its 2015 Excellence in Education Awards. The...

HCISD wellness is front and center at Health Fair kick-off

Adriana DominguezFebruary 10, 2015February 10, 2015

Focusing on the wellness of all staff members, the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District kicked off the first in a series health fairs across the district at the Administration Building...

HCISD invites the community to College: My Future

Adriana DominguezFebruary 10, 2015February 9, 2015

The Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District's Parental Involvement Department invites parents and students to attend an informative meeting on preparing their children for college. The event will be held on Thursday, February 26, 2015 in...

Academics District News

Gutierrez MS RoboJags: First-year team headed to FLL Regional Competition

Adriana DominguezFebruary 9, 2015February 9, 2015

[youtube height="315" width="560"]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_dPJ64jEsDk&feature=youtu.be[/youtube] In their first year as a robotics team, members of the Gutierrez Middle School RoboJags, have learned that hard work, problem-solving, and teamwork can take them...

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Student of the Week: Growing by leaps and bounds

Adriana DominguezFebruary 9, 2015February 9, 2015

Moving from one school to another can be very challenging for any student. Valeria Bautista Misakova, fifth grade student at Travis Elementary, not only moved from one school to another,...

HCISD approves changes to Class of 2015 Commencement Ceremonies

Adriana DominguezFebruary 6, 2015

With the growing success of its high schools and mission to keep safety at the forefront at all times, the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District has approved changes to Commencement...

Generous contribution kicks off Heroes for Harlingen CISD shoe drive

Adriana DominguezFebruary 5, 2015

Fortunate students at the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District will soon have new shoes to slip their feet into. The Cameron County Bar Association Women’s Law Section in support of...

Need money for college? Don’t miss your opportunity at the 2nd annual FAFSA/TASFA Super Saturday

Adriana DominguezFebruary 5, 2015February 5, 2015

The need to support students and families in the financial aid process is more important than ever. Students who complete a financial aid application (such as FAFSA or TASFA) are...

HCISD Board of Trustees chosen as an outstanding School Board in the 2015 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards

Adriana DominguezFebruary 4, 2015

The Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District Board of Trustees’ tradition of providing excellence in leadership is gaining attention at the state level. The HCISD Board of Trustees were recognized...

HCISD celebrates National Counseling Week 2015

Adriana DominguezFebruary 2, 2015

In recognition of campus counselors and their efforts to support students and staff, the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District will celebrate National Counseling Week from Feb. 2 to Feb. 6....

Academics District News

College atmosphere fosters college and career ready students at Vela MS

Adriana DominguezFebruary 2, 2015February 6, 2015

[youtube height="315" width="560"]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eRrxqZaIjQM&feature=youtu.be[/youtube] When Cara Cash enrolled at Vela Middle School, she never imagined that she would have the opportunity to be part of several extracurricular activities at a...

District News Student of the Week

Student of the Week: Striking the right chord

Adriana DominguezFebruary 2, 2015

Mia Olivarez’s favorite day of the week is Wednesday because on that day she gets to practice with her choir’s guitar ensemble. The fifth grade student at Stuart Place Elementary...

HCISD middle schools highlighted during February

Adriana DominguezFebruary 2, 2015February 2, 2015

This February, the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District celebrates their outstanding middle schools by showcasing each campus’ programs and achievements during its annual Middle School Month. Each Monday, a new...

Academics District News

HCISD begins pre-registration for 2015 – 2016 school year

Adriana DominguezJanuary 28, 2015February 17, 2015

Giving students an early opportunity to solidify their academic choices, the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District will be holding pre-registration sessions for fifth grade students entering sixth grade and eighth...

Arts District News

Community invited to 14th Annual Bob Irby Memorial Scholarship Faculty Concert

Adriana DominguezJanuary 27, 2015

The Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District's Music Department will be hosting the 14th Annual Bob Irby Memorial Scholarship Faculty Concert on Tuesday, February 3 at 7:00 P.M. The community is...

Academics District News

Exploring career pathways: Eighth grade students tour comprehensive high schools

Adriana DominguezJanuary 26, 2015January 26, 2015

Eighth grade students across Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District are gearing up for the 2015 – 2016 academic school year. As part of the pre-registration process, each middle school campus...

Athletics District News

Lady Hawk Soccer earns second championship at Border Olympics Tournament

Adriana DominguezJanuary 23, 2015January 23, 2015

The Lady Hawks Soccer team travelled to Laredo on January 8th to participate in the 12th Annual Border Olympics Soccer Tournament. The tournament featured 20 teams from schools across South Texas, but the Lady Hawks defended their championship...

HCISD Business Services awarded national recognition for fiscal responsibility

Adriana DominguezJanuary 23, 2015

The Long, Chilton, LLP auditing firm recently presented the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District’s Board of Trustees with the 2013-2014 fiscal year financial audit. The audit contained a clean opinion...

HCISD Educators invited to apply for HAEF Teacher Innovation Grant

Adriana DominguezJanuary 22, 2015January 21, 2015

Attention HCISD Educators! The Harlingen Area Educational Foundation has developed a local grant for HCISD teachers. The grant is designed to assist teachers who are looking to bring new, innovative...

Wilson Elementary celebrates 100 years

Adriana DominguezJanuary 20, 2015January 20, 2015

One of the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District’s oldest campuses is hitting the century mark. Wilson Elementary turns 100 years old this year. To commemorate the occasion, preparations are underway...

Academics District News

Coakley UIL team earns 39th consecutive district championship

Adriana DominguezJanuary 16, 2015January 16, 2015

Students from Coakley Middle School continued their tradition for excellence by earning the campus' 39th consecutive district University Interscholastic League (UIL) Academic Championship. During the January meet, Coakley swept away the competition...

W-2 Form Distribution

Adriana DominguezJanuary 15, 2015

W2’s will be sent out to each campus or department Friday, January 16 for distribution. Substitutes and former employees will be able to pick up their W2 with picture I.D. starting...