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HCISD Bird Bowl Reception Celebrates a Legacy of Leadership

Español News

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

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

Español News

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

Academics News

HHSS Speech, Drama and Debate showcase talents at national tournament

Adriana DominguezFebruary 21, 2014

Harlingen High School South students traveled to Boston to compete in the Harvard National Speech and Debate Tournament on Feb. 14 - Feb. 16. The team had a spectacular performance...

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HHSS Masterminds head to third round of academic competition

Adriana DominguezFebruary 21, 2014

The Harlingen High School South Masterminds team had an outstanding performance during their second round of the televised competition on Feb 10. The HHSS team consisting of students Tristan Barrera,...

District News

HCISD awarded $32,664.75 for efforts to decrease energy usage

Adriana DominguezFebruary 19, 2014February 14, 2014

Recently, the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District has been presented with a check from HALFF & Associates for $32,664.75. The check was presented to the district as a result of...

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Teacher of the Week: Solis helps students find the solution

Adriana DominguezFebruary 17, 2014February 13, 2014

Looking back at her high school years, Sherry Solis can remember sitting in her Texas Association of Future Teachers (TAFE) class and thinking to herself that this is what she...

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Memorial Raiders aim to keep all students safe with anti-bullying program

Adriana DominguezFebruary 17, 2014February 13, 2014

Wearing her pink shirt with pride eighth grade student Alyssa Santillana enters the halls of Memorial Middle School to see student after student wearing the exact same shirt. It may...

Academics News

HHSS Boys Basketball team clinches 32-5A District Championship

Adriana DominguezFebruary 14, 2014February 14, 2014

The Harlingen High School South Boys basketball team ended their regular season with the District 32-5A title and had a strong start to the playoff season this month. For the...

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HHS senior commits to continuing football career

Adriana DominguezFebruary 14, 2014February 13, 2014

Harlingen High School’s Brandon Garza made the decision to pursue his education and athletic career. Garza signed his letter of intent to play college football at the University of Houston...

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HCISD students invited to College:My Future event

Adriana DominguezFebruary 14, 2014February 14, 2014

On Feb. 27th students are encouraged to come participate in the Parental Involvement Department’s College: My Future event. During the event, there will be two different sessions, one for English...

Athletics News

Lady Cardinals named District Champions, HHS Girls Basketball continues season

Adriana DominguezFebruary 13, 2014February 14, 2014

On Tuesday Feb. 4, the Harlingen High School Lady Cardinal Basketball team earned the District 32-5A Champion title after defeating Brownsville Porter in their last district game. The game ended...

Academics News

Sam Houston, Dishman, ECHS chess teams shine at state competition

Adriana DominguezFebruary 13, 2014March 18, 2014

Outsmarting the competition, the HCISD Chess teams shined at the State Chess Tournament. Competing in 6 different divisions with 32 players, the HCISD Chess teams earned multiple awards at the...

District News

Board of Trustees adopts school district strategic plan

Adriana DominguezFebruary 12, 2014December 5, 2017

Key details of how the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District plans to transform its schools during the next three to five years were released after Tuesday night’s adoption of the...

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Middle school students showcase their spelling skills at district competition

Adriana DominguezFebruary 12, 2014February 11, 2014

Harlingen Consolidated School District took their Middle School students to the stage of Vela Middle School to boast their spelling skills on Feb. 6. Students competed at the districts spelling...

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High school swimmers continue successful season at Regional Competition

Adriana DominguezFebruary 12, 2014February 12, 2014

[caption id="attachment_8378" align="aligncenter" width="980"] Back Row: Ephram Flores, Luis DeLaFuente, Georgia NewellFront Row: Julian Deleon, Jacquelynn Marie Hulings, Celeste Taniguchi, Cynthia Inglett, Hector CastanedaNot pictured: Seton Uhlhorn and William...

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HHSS business organization sees 28 students advance to state conference

Adriana DominguezFebruary 11, 2014February 10, 2014

The Harlingen High School South Future Business Leaders of America Chapter put their knowledge and skills to the test at the 2014 Future Business Leaders of America Area Competition. With...

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Teacher of the Week: Rodriguez keeps curiosity alive in the classroom

Adriana DominguezFebruary 10, 2014

Eighth grade English Language Arts teacher Bianca Rodriguez walks the halls of Gutierrez Middle School each morning with the hope of hearing her students ask the question “why?” “Every time...

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Coakley keeps tradition alive with 38th consecutive UIL District Championship

Adriana DominguezFebruary 10, 2014

With blue saturating the hallways and cougar artwork proudly displayed on every corner you turn, tradition is something that Coakley Middle School strives to uphold each year. The same goes...

Academics District News

HCISD approves changes to Class of 2014 Commencement Ceremonies

Adriana DominguezFebruary 7, 2014February 7, 2014

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...

Athletics News

High school swimmers prepare to make waves at Regional Competition

Adriana DominguezFebruary 7, 2014February 7, 2014

[caption id="attachment_8321" align="aligncenter" width="980"] Front row:Hector Castaneda, Julian Deleon, Celeste Taniguchi, Jacquelynn Marie Hulings, Cynthia Inglett,Back row:Luis DeLaFuente, William Farley, Ephraim Flores, Seton Uhlhorn, Georgia Newell[/caption] [caption id="attachment_8320" align="aligncenter" width="980"]...

Athletics News

HHS, HHSS students commit to continuing academic and athletic excellence

Adriana DominguezFebruary 7, 2014

Three students from the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District are continuing their pursuit of academic and athletic excellence into their college years. Harlingen High School South seniors Elise Fennegan and...

Academics News

HHS adds sweepstakes trophy, 2 state qualifications to successful season

Adriana DominguezFebruary 6, 2014February 6, 2014

The Harlingen High School Speech, Drama, and Debate team shined at the Corpus Christi Moody High School tournament where they claimed a third place sweepstakes trophy and earned two more State...

Academics News

HHSS students named District Debate Champions, team earns top marks at Moody tournament

Adriana DominguezFebruary 6, 2014February 5, 2014

The Harlingen High School South speech, drama, and debate teams had an outstanding performance at the Cross-Examination Debate District Meet and the Texas Forensics Association (TFA) Moody High School Tournament....

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Vernon Middle School Video Highlight

Iris AvalosFebruary 5, 2014

http://youtu.be/iq1aJJX-yoI 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. Vernon Middle School...

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Students rise to the challenge at elementary UIL District Meet

Adriana DominguezFebruary 5, 2014February 4, 2014

Elementary students at the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District had a strong start to their academic competition career during the University Interscholastic League (UIL) District Meet on Saturday Feb. 1....

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HCISD chess teams make the right moves at region competition

Adriana DominguezFebruary 4, 2014February 5, 2014

[caption id="attachment_8220" align="aligncenter" width="588"] Early College High School chess team[/caption] On Jan. 25 and Jan. 26, many schools throughout the valley competed at the Region VIII Chess tournament in...

Athletics District News

Cardinals, Hawks to compete in 32-6A in re-aligned UIL

Adriana DominguezFebruary 3, 2014February 3, 2014

The Cardinals and Hawks will be flocking to a new division with new and familiar opponents starting Fall 2014. The University Interscholastic League (UIL) announced on Monday the re-alignment of...

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Teacher of the Week: Matos makes transition into opportunity to help Harlingen students

Adriana DominguezFebruary 3, 2014

At the start of each school year, Mariely Matos usually has an idea of what to expect in her classroom, but this year has marked a big transition for her...

District News

District gives thanks to counselors during national week

Adriana DominguezFebruary 3, 2014

[youtube height="315" width="560"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eW1ZP9Nj_8M&feature=c4-overview&list=UUCKT71npg-bteBHOHbzwU5Q[/youtube] 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. 3...

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HCISD celebrates Middle School Month

Adriana DominguezFebruary 3, 2014February 3, 2014

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...

Arts News

Vernon Orchestra program grows as students hit all the right notes at music competitions

Adriana DominguezFebruary 3, 2014February 3, 2014

While walking down the band hall at Vernon Middle School the sound of beautiful music may fill your ears as the Orchestra students are hard at work developing their musical...

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HHS Jazz invites community out for an evening of music

Adriana DominguezJanuary 31, 2014January 28, 2014

The Harlingen High School Jazz Band invites the community for an evening of music on Feb. 7. The band will host a Jazz Nite in the campus cafeteria, 1201 E....

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HCISD kicks wellness into high gear with Health Fairs

Adriana DominguezJanuary 30, 2014

The Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District kicked off its first health fair for the year with staff at the administration building on Jan. 30. Each year, the district hosts health...

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HCISD prepares for Digital Learning Day

Adriana DominguezJanuary 30, 2014January 29, 2014

HCISD is eager to participate the nation wide event, Digital Learning Day. The technology rich learning day will take place Wednesday, February 5th, 2014 and students, teachers, administrators, and staff...

Academics News

HHS business organization heads to state competition

Adriana DominguezJanuary 30, 2014January 30, 2014

Members of the Harlingen High School Business Professionals of America (BPA) chapter shined at the Regional Leadership Conference in Weslaco on Jan. 11. The chapter earned multiple individual and team...

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Students awarded for raising fire safety awareness

Adriana DominguezJanuary 29, 2014January 28, 2014

Students from all over the Harlingen Consolidated School District have recently been awarded for their creative artwork about Fire Safety. Students ages K-12 were encouraged to submit a piece of...

District News

HCISD delays classes on 1/29/14

Adriana DominguezJanuary 28, 2014January 28, 2014

Due to the weather, school start times and bus routes will be delayed by two hours on Wednesday, January 29, 2014. For example, if your child is normally picked up...

Arts News

Music teachers tune up for 13th annual Bob Irby Faculty Concert

Adriana DominguezJanuary 28, 2014January 23, 2014

Music teachers at the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District are getting ready to treat the senses on Feb. 4. The HCISD Music Department will present its 13th annual Faculty Concert...

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W-2 Form Distribution

JavierJanuary 27, 2014January 27, 2014

W2’s will be sent out to each campus or department on Monday, January 27th for distribution. Substitutes and former employees will be able to pick up their W2 with picture...

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Teacher of the Week: Lara works to make a difference everyday

Adriana DominguezJanuary 27, 2014

One person can make a difference. It’s a saying that Xochitl Lara holds close to her heart every day as she enters her classroom at Zavala Elementary School. A fifth...

Academics Athletics News

HHSS, HHS football players named to 2013-2014 Academic All-State Team

Adriana DominguezJanuary 27, 2014January 22, 2014

Earning victories on both the field and in the classrooms, seniors Jeffrey Guevara, Brandon Rodriguez and Gilbert Bermea were selected to represent the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District as ambassadors...

Arts News

HHS choir invites community to experience Bugsy Malone, Jr.

Adriana DominguezJanuary 24, 2014January 24, 2014

The popular pin-striped classic Bugsy Malone, Jr. will leap off the silver screen and onto the stage at Harlingen High School during choir's upcoming production of the Broadway show on...

Academics News

HHSS Speech, Drama and Debate earn top honors at two tournaments

Adriana DominguezJanuary 23, 2014January 23, 2014

The Harlingen High School South Speech, Drama, and Debate team competed in the Richard King High School TFA Qualifying Tournament this past weekend. Brining home first place overall sweepstakes and...

Academics News

HHS Speech, Drama and Debate students make campus history

Adriana DominguezJanuary 23, 2014January 22, 2014

Students at Harlingen High School have recently made campus history for exceling in Speech, Drama and Debate. Illiana Silva, junior, is the first student in the school’s history to qualify...

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Long Student Council recognized by city for efforts to beautify community

Adriana DominguezJanuary 22, 2014

The students at Long Elementary are making an impact this year on the City of Harlingen by donating their time to help out around the community. The Long Student Council...

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Teacher of the Week: Guetzow stays ready for new classroom adventures

Adriana DominguezJanuary 21, 2014

When the summer months are over and the new school year is approaching, Juanita Guetzow gets her mind ready for what she sees as a new adventure. Guetzow is...

Arts News

High school students selected for TMEA All State music ensembles

Adriana DominguezJanuary 20, 2014January 24, 2014

The high school music programs at the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District are continuing their tradition for making beautiful music this semester and were recently recognized as having some of...

Academics

HHS students earn first bid to national speech, drama and debate tournaments

Adriana DominguezJanuary 17, 2014

This month, the Harlingen High School Speech, Drama and Debate team competed at Churchill Invitational Tournament in San Antonio for a chance to compete at the national level. Students competed...

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HCISD invites eighth grade community to Passport to College event

Adriana DominguezJanuary 17, 2014January 17, 2014

The Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District is teaming up with RGV LEAD, Texas State Technical College. Lower Rio Grande P-16 Council and GenTX to host the district’s Passport to College:...

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Bowie students vote for their favorite Texas Bluebonnet Award books

Adriana DominguezJanuary 15, 2014January 15, 2014

Showing their love of reading, students at Bowie Elementary School voted for their favorite Texas Bluebonnet Award books today during a special luncheon held in the school’s Information Literacy Center...

Arts News

HHSS girls soccer soars at Laredo tournament

Adriana DominguezJanuary 15, 2014January 14, 2014

The 11th annual Girls Border Olympics Soccer Tournament was no match for the Harlingen High School South girl’s soccer team as they took home the top prize on Jan. 9....

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Teacher of the Week: Jimenez keeps success and community a focus in the classroom

Adriana DominguezJanuary 13, 2014

Walking into Jeanne Jimenez’s classroom, the sounds of classical music fill the air as she greets her students each day with a warm smile and the goal to help them...