Health & Wellness

Palms Behavioral Health donates $10K to Harlingen Area Educational Foundation

Cristina GarciaMay 20, 2019June 24, 2019

Palms Behavioral Health made a substantial donation to the Harlingen Area Educational Foundation on Tuesday morning. Joined by Harlingen CISD Superintendent Dr. Art Cavazos, Palms Behavioral Health CEO Brennan Francois...

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Cano, Crockett bring in big bucks for keeping Harlingen beautiful

Cristina GarciaMay 10, 2019June 24, 2019

BY CRISTINA M. GARCIA Crockett Elementary students gathered in their gym Friday morning to celebrate their success in recycling more than 3,400 pounds of materials this school year. Keep Harlingen...

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Harlingen CISD, city take home top prize in health challenge

Cristina GarciaMarch 25, 2019June 24, 2019

BY CRISTINA M. GARCIA | HCISD STAFF For the fourth year in a row, Harlingen CISD came in first among school districts its size in the It’s Time Texas Community...

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HSHP Students Advance to State HOSA Competition

KHGN InternsFebruary 24, 2019June 24, 2019

The Area 7 Spring Leadership Conference took place on February 15-16 at the McAllen Convention Center. Students participated in competitive events that are aligned to the National Healthcare Foundation and Accountability Criteria outline...

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Help Harlingen win the ‘It’s Time Texas Community Challenge’

Adriana DominguezJanuary 11, 2018January 11, 2018

This week marks the launch of 2018 IT'S TIME TEXAS Community Challenge! Join us in helping make living healthy easier for all Texans by supporting your community in the Community...

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HCISD invites the community to Health & Wellness Kickoff

Adriana DominguezSeptember 1, 2017September 1, 2017

Make a healthy lifestyle a priority with the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District! The community is invited to attend the annual Health and Wellness Kick-off on Sept. 11, 2017. Hosted...

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American Heart Association recognizes HCISD as a Gold Fit-Friendly Worksite

Adriana DominguezApril 24, 2017

Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District has been recognized as a Gold Fit-Friendly Worksite by the American Heart Association for making health and wellness a priority. “It’s incredible to be receiving...

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HCISD takes win in 2017 It’s Time Texas Community Challenge

Adriana DominguezApril 12, 2017April 12, 2017

For the second year in a row, Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District walked away with top honors in promoting healthy lifestyles throughout the community. The district took first place in...

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Three easy steps to help Harlingen win the ‘It’s Time Texas Community Challenge’

Ashley RodriguezJanuary 13, 2017January 13, 2017

Harlingen CISD is partnering with the City of Harlingen to compete with other communities across the state in the It’s Time Texas Community Challenge. Together, we are working to not only...

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Jefferson Elementary unveils new Project Fit America fitness center

Adriana DominguezOctober 14, 2016August 28, 2017

Students, staff, administration, and community members celebrated as Jefferson Elementary held a ribbon cutting ceremony on October 12 for their newly named “Tiger Pit,” a fitness center donated to the...

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HCISD hosts second Financial Fitness Expo for staff

Brianna VelaSeptember 21, 2016September 22, 2016

HCISD's Financial Fitness Expo is a free financial seminar available to all HCISD employees and their spouses. The event is part of the district’s overall health and wellness initiatives....

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Tennis and First Tee Golf program swings into action for HCISD third-graders

Adriana DominguezSeptember 12, 2016September 15, 2016

Students learned to balance a ball on their tennis rackets this morning as a new wellness program swung into action for third-graders at Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District. Lee Means...

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Community invited to HCISD Health and Wellness-Kick Off

Brianna VelaAugust 24, 2016August 25, 2016

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$10,000 grant leads to new running shoes and fitness program

Brianna VelaApril 15, 2016April 15, 2016

Lacing up a brand new pair of jet blue Saucony running shoes, Joseph Ramirez could not take the smile off his face. “I’m excited about these shoes. I just...

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Jefferson Elementary awarded $25,000 in fitness equipment

Ashley RodriguezApril 6, 2016October 14, 2016

Jefferson Elementary was awarded a $25,000 grant through the Valley Baptist Legacy Foundation for the Project Fit America program, a fitness initiative that brings indoor and outdoor equipment, teacher training...

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HCISD takes on the It’s Time Texas Community Challenge

Brianna VelaMarch 21, 2016March 24, 2016

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HCISD wellness front and center at Health Fair kick-off

Adriana DominguezFebruary 2, 2016

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...

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HCISD students enjoy Farm Fresh Fridays in October

Adriana DominguezOctober 5, 2015October 9, 2015

On October 2 the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District kicked off its Farm Fresh Friday's program. To mark the occasion, students across the district had the opportunity to sample delicious...

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Youth program calls attention to health disparities in the RGV

Adriana DominguezAugust 17, 2015

Diet and exercise are known to play a big part when it comes to health, but these factors alone aren’t the only determinants of health – especially when it applies...

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HCISD hosts annual Wellness Walk on Sept. 14

Adriana DominguezAugust 17, 2015

Make a healthy lifestyle a priority with the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District! The community is invited to attend the annual Health and Wellness Kick-off on Sept. 14. Hosted at...

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Participants and supporters invited to Marathon Kids Finisher Medal Celebration

Adriana DominguezMay 6, 2015

Campus staff, administrators, teachers, students, and parents are invited to come out in support of elementary students at the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District during the final event for Marathon Kids...

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Elementary students invited to Marathon Kids kick-off

Adriana DominguezDecember 12, 2014

Elementary students are invited to attend the annual Marathon Kids kick-off ceremony on Dec. 13. The kick-off will be hosted at Boggus Stadium and begin at 10:00 a.m. Elementary aged...

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HCISD students dive into curriculum and wellness: Aquatics Center sets foundation to develop life-long skill

Adriana DominguezDecember 8, 2014December 8, 2014

With the opening of its newest facility this year, 1,200-second grade students at the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District will end their school year with the fundamentals for a life-long,...

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HCISD proudly supports the Harlingen Half Marathon

Adriana DominguezSeptember 18, 2014October 13, 2014

The Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District proudly supports the Harlingen Half Marathon. Promoting health and wellness throughout the community, the half marathon will take place on November 16, 2014. Register...

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ECHS students now a life-saving force

Adriana DominguezSeptember 5, 2014September 4, 2014

[caption id="attachment_9837" align="alignnone" width="686"] Coach Jimenez shows students how to deliver chest compressions.[/caption] Early College High School students are now equipped with skills needed to save a life. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation...

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Smoke Busters Help Pass Harlingen’s New Smoking Ordinance

Adriana DominguezSeptember 5, 2014September 5, 2014

[caption id="attachment_9820" align="alignnone" width="669"] Back row: Alex Cavazos, Joshua Delgado, Rex Chamberlain (Dr. Cano Freshman Academy) Front Row: Ariel Cuevas (Harlingen School of Health Professions), Andrea Cuevas (Harlingen High School...

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Commit to get fit with HCISD: Community invited to annual Wellness Kickoff

Adriana DominguezAugust 27, 2014August 27, 2014

Commit to get fit with the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District! The community is invited to attend the annual Health and Wellness Kick-off on Sept. 15. Hosted at J. Lewis...

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HCISD Board of Trustees approve free breakfast and lunch program for all students, program to start during the 2014 – 2015 school year

Adriana DominguezMay 14, 2014May 15, 2014

A program to provide all Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District students with free breakfast and lunch each school day was approved by the Board of Trustees during their regular...

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HCISD Invites community to Superhero 5K Run

Adriana DominguezMay 2, 2014April 29, 2014

HCISD and CASA of Cameron and Willacy Counties invite community members to participate in the Superhero, one mile, and 5k on May 24 at the Performing Arts Center located at...

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Stuart staff tour Texas with wellness challenge

Adriana DominguezMarch 7, 2014

Touring Texas for the Stuart Place staff was not about tasting regional cuisine, seeing wild flowers or visiting the Gulf Coast. It was the theme of a health and...

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HCISD, Valley Baptist Health & Fitness partner to benefit school employees

Adriana DominguezOctober 16, 2013October 16, 2013

Getting to the gym just got easier after Harlingen’s two largest employers came together to provide $9.99 per month gym memberships to all Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District employees. Earlier...

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Over 3,500 participants attend new look wellness event

Adriana DominguezSeptember 25, 2013September 25, 2013

With a revamped Health and Wellness program launched this year, Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District welcomed over 3,500 attendees to the HCISD and Valley Baptist Health System Wellness Kickoff and...