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HCISD recognized by Texas Comptroller for financial transparency
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District is the latest local government entity to achieve specific transparency goals through the Comptroller’s Transparency Stars Program. HCISD received a...
HCISD es reconocido por la Contraloría de Texas por transparencia financiera.
Escrito por: Adriana Dominguez Traducido por: Ricardo Lara El Contralor de Texas Glenn Hegar anunció que el Distrito Escolar Consolidado Independiente de Harlingen es la última entidad gubernamental local en...
South Latin students win awards at national convention
Harlingen High School South Latin students traveled to Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, to attend the 2018 National Junior Classical League Convention from July 23 to 28. Students competed in...
HCISD to receive $1.5 million toward after-school programming
Harlingen CISD has been awarded a $1.5 million 21st Century Community Learning Centers, Cycle 10, Year 1 grant by the Texas Education Agency. This federally-funded program (also called Texas Afterschool...
Administrators named for Rodriguez and Bowie
Adriana Arellano was recently appointed as principal at Rodriguez Elementary and Jaymie Galan was appointed as interim principal for Bowie Elementary. Arellano will serve as principal at Rodriguez after having served...
Cano among the first to join the new College Board Pre-AP Program
Dr. Abraham P. Cano Freshman Academy was selected from over 1,000 schools worldwide that will participate in the new Pre-Advanced Placement Program this fall. The new program offers instructional resources...
Cano está entre los primeros en formar parte del nuevo Programa Pre-AP del Consejo Universitario.
Escrito por: Adriana Dominguez Traducido por: Ricardo Lara Dr. Cano Freshman Academy fue seleccionada de entre más de 1,000 escuelas a nivel mundial que participará en el nuevo Programa de...
Gutierrez principal selected as TASSP Region I Middle School Principal of the Year
Mike Reyes, principal at Gutierrez Middle School, was named the TASSP (Texas Association of Secondary School Principals) Region I Middle School Principal of the Year in June at the TASSP...
HAEF hosts Partners in Education Luncheon
The Harlingen Area Educational Foundation will be hosting a Partners in Education Luncheon “Building Bridges between Private Industry and HCISD” on Aug. 23, 2018, benefit Harlingen CISD’s academy development, innovative...
HHS teacher recognized in statewide humanities awards
Linda Salinas, a history teacher at Harlingen High School, was recently selected as a recipient of the 2018 Outstanding Teaching of the Humanities Award. This prestigious award is presented annually...
Maestra de HHS recibe un reconocimiento en humanidades a nivel estatal.
Escrito por: Adriana Dominguez Traducido por: Ricardo Lara Linda Salinas, una maestra de historia en la Escuela Preparatoria Harlingen High, fue recientemente seleccionada para recibir el Reconocimiento a la Excelencia...
HCISD Summer Camps inspire students’ sense of discovery
School may be out for summer, but that hasn't stopped students' sense of discovery as they continue to enhance their skills through the various summer camps offered at Harlingen CISD. From...
HCISD recibe $1.5 millones para el programa de actividades extracurriculares.
Escrito por: Adriana Dominguez Traducido por: Ricardo Lara Harlingen CISD ha sido beneficiado con 1.5 millones por el 21st Century Community Learning Centers, Ciclo 10, año 1, otorgado por la...
Expanding creativity: New Fine Arts Academy to inspire next generation of artists at HCISD
Matthew Garcia was in sixth grade when he picked up his viola in orchestra class for the first time, not realizing the magnitude of the impact music would have on...
HCISD ramps up STEM opportunities with new academy
With STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) occupations increasingly taking center stage in the job market of tomorrow, Harlingen CISD is ensuring its students have access to quality STEM learning...
Mathew Garcia de HSHP fue seleccionado para el prestigioso Programa Bezos Scholars.
Escrito por: Adriana Dominguez Traducido por: Ricardo Lara El junior Mathew Garcia está determinado a hacer una diferencia en su comunidad. Recientemente le ofrecieron una prestigiosa oportunidad para hacer justamente...
HSHP’s Matthew Garcia selected for prestigious Bezos Scholars Program
Junior Matthew Garcia is determined to make a difference in his community. He was recently offered a prestigious opportunity to do just that as he prepares for his last year...
Harlingen Sunburst Rotary Club honored for Wheels of Learning initiative
Harlingen CISD's Board of Trustees recognized Harlingen Sunburst Rotary Club during their regular June board meeting. The organization gave away 72 bicycles as part of its Wheels of Learning initiative throughout...
HCISD honors graduates joining the armed forces
Harlingen CISD’s Board of Trustees recognized 51 graduates from Harlingen High School, Harlingen High School South, Early College High School, and Harlingen School of Health Professions during the June regular...
A new world view: HCISD begins process to offer International Baccalaureate program at two elementary schools
by: Adriana Dominguez Soon, select students at Harlingen CISD may have the opportunity to gain a fresh outlook through a unique education guided by themes of global impact. The district...
La perspectiva de un nuevo mundo: HCISD inicia el proceso para ofrecer el programa de Bachillerato Internacional en dos escuelas primarias.
Escrito por: Adriana Dominguez Traducido por: Ricardo Lara Muy pronto, algunos alumnos seleccionados de Harlingen CISD podrían tener la oportunidad de obtener una perspectiva más fresca mediante una educación única...
Board approves hire of new district administrators
The Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District Board of Trustees approved three new hires during Tuesday night’s regular meeting. Debbie Scogin has been hired as Assistant Superintendent for Human Services. Previously...
Third-grader receives national recognition in Crayola Art Expo
Laila Velez, a third-grade student at Lamar Elementary, received national recognition in the “Art Energizes STEAM” 2017-2018 Crayola Art Expo. Her artwork entitled “Reflection of the Sunset,” was one of...
HCISD schools named to Educational Results Partnership Honor Roll
Six Harlingen CISD schools were named to the 2017-2018 Educational Results Partnership Honor Roll for their high achievement and student success. Receiving the honors were Bowie Elementary School, Dishman Elementary...
HHS Choir strikes gold at state solo and ensemble contest
Twenty Harlingen High School Choir students competed at the state level UIL Solo & Ensemble Competition at the University of Texas Austin on May 27. They brought home 14 first...
HSHP: Building a legacy
Students from the first graduating class at Harlingen School of Health Professions share their thoughts about their time at Harlingen CISD's unique medical campus during the weeks leading up to...
ECHS and Cano among best high schools in the country
Early College High School and Dr. Cano Freshman Academy were named to the 2018 U.S. News and World Report’s list of Best High Schools in the country. "We are super...
Board approves principals for Lamar and Vernon
Harlingen CISD Board of Trustees approved the hiring of Alma Atkinson as principal for Lamar Elementary and Arely Tamez as principal for Vernon Middle School during a special board meeting on...
HCISD prepares for 2018 commencement ceremonies
HCISD seniors are wrapping up classes and getting ready to celebrate a milestone in their educational careers with commencement ceremonies for Harlingen High School, Harlingen High School South, Early College...
HHS soccer players named to Academic All-State
Harlingen High School soccer players were recently recognized for their outstanding academic and athletic performances. Kaylee Gushwa, Kaela De Leon, Oscar Garcia, and Arely Gonzalez were named to Academic All-State for...
Harlingen South FFA Lonestar State Degree recipient pursues state proficiency award
Harlingen High School South senior Megan Adair received the FFA Lonestar State Degree - the highest degree of membership the state FFA Association can grant - at the 2017 FFA...
HHS athletes named to TTCA Academic All-State team
The Texas Tennis Coaches Association recognized four talented Harlingen High School athletes for their outstanding performances in the classroom and on the field. The TTCA presented academic all-state awards to tennis...
South’s Unit TX-041 receives Air Force JROTC Distinguished Unit Award
Unit TX-041 at Harlingen High School South has been selected as one of 276 units to receive the 2017-2018 Air Force JROTC Distinguished Unit Award. This award recognizes Air Force...
South SDD competitors finalists at national tournament
Senior James Gracia and junior John Duncan competed at the National Individual Events Tournament of Champions in Denver, Colorado, from May 11-13. Both competitors returned home as national finalists. This...
Dr. Belinda Reininger sworn in as HCISD Board of Trustee
On May 14, Dr. Belinda Reininger was officially sworn in as a member of the Harlingen CISD Board of Trustees during a special meeting. Surrounded by family, friends, school district...
HCISD’s Music Education Program receives national recognition
Harlingen CISD has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education designation from The NAMM Foundation for its outstanding commitment to music education. The Best Communities for Music Education...
2018 College Showcase: ECHS Top 10 Graduates
[caption id="attachment_21102" align="alignleft" width="400"] "I will be attending the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley and I’m majoring in psychology. I want to become an experimental psychologist. I’d like to...
2018 College Showcase: HHSS Top 10 Graduates
[caption id="attachment_21074" align="alignleft" width="400"] "I plan to attend Dartmouth College, and I’m going to major in Psychology. I hope to become a psychiatrist because I want to help people. I...
2018 College Showcase: HHS Top 10 Graduates
[caption id="attachment_21032" align="alignleft" width="400"] "My top three choices are Rice University, St. Edwards University, and Our Lady of the Lake. I will be majoring in political science. I am the...
Middle school musicians to perform at Carnegie Hall this summer
[caption id="attachment_20985" align="alignnone" width="867"] Gutierrez Middle School - Front: Andrea Hinojosa (Orchestra), Middle: Tristan Daughrity and Tristan Flores (Orchestra), Back: Christian Briones (Choir)[/caption] [caption id="attachment_20986" align="alignnone" width="841"] Memorial Middle School...
George McShan retires from HCISD Board of Trustees after 30 years of service
[caption id="attachment_21017" align="alignnone" width="980"] George McShan with his family[/caption] Written by Gerry Fleuriet George McShan’s decision in 1988 to run for the HCISD Board of Trustees has impacted public education...
HCISD recognizes 2018 district teachers of the year
From May 7-11, Harlingen CISD, like many districts across the nation, is celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week. On Monday, May 7, district administrators kicked off the week with celebratory visits to...
South student’s profile of George McShan wins state essay contest
Written by Caitlin Bruseth Harlingen High School South valedictorian Erika Hernandez was named the state champion in the UIL Barbara Jordan Essay Contest. Her paper, which profiled retiring HCISD Board...
South Speech and Debate competitors advance to national tournament
[caption id="attachment_20967" align="alignnone" width="980"] Left to right: John Duncan, Natalie Perez, James Gracia, Lucero Sauceda, Chris Smith, Lauren Ponce, and Josh Delgado Not pictured: Christian Villarreal and Ramiro Gonzalez[/caption] Harlingen...
Hawk athletes advance to State Track and Field Meet
For the first time in school history, three Harlingen High School South Hawk athletes have advanced to the State Track and Field Meet. Sky Tatum, Marcus Ramirez, and Andrew Ott...
Hawk Student Council named a 2018 National Gold Council of Excellence
The Harlingen High School South Student Council was recently recognized as a 2018 National Gold Council of Excellence. The National Council of Excellence is national award program created by National...
Harlingen South’s One-Act Play crowned State Champions
Harlingen High School South’s One-Act Play, “Side Man” by Warren Leight has won the State Championship. The team arrived to great fanfare on Monday, April 30 as students, teachers,...
Hawk athletes named to THSCA Academic All-State Team
Harlingen High School South athletes were recently recognized for their outstanding academic and athletic performances in the Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA) 2017- 2018 Academic All-State Team. Marcus Ramirez...
HHS boys track named Area Champs
The Harlingen High School Boys Track team won the area meet held April 19 at PSJA Stadium. The team will advance to the Regional meet to be held next week...