Dr. Leonides G. Cigarroa High School

🎓 Sabas Perez Early College High School Recruitment at Lamar Middle School! 💙💛 Our recruitment team had an amazing time meeting the enthusiastic Lamar MS Lions during their lunch period! 🦁✨ Students had the opportunity to learn about the exciting opportunities available through Sabas Perez Early College HS, including our STEM-focused programs and the many benefits of being part of an Early College experience. We loved seeing their interest and excitement for their future, and we look forward to welcoming our next cohort — the Class of 2030! 🚀🎓 #SabasPerezECHS #EarlyCollegeHighSchool #FutureToros #ClassOf2030 #STEMEducation #LamarLions

🎉 Congratulations to our October Champion Award Honorees! 🎉 We are proud to recognize our outstanding Cigarroa High School students who have demonstrated exceptional dedication, perseverance, and commitment to excellence in their respective classes. 🌟 Your hard work and determination continue to make our Toro Community proud! 💙💛 #CigarroaStrong #ToroPride #ChampionStudents #CHSAchievers

🎮 Ready to level up your learning? Join us for Family Reading & STEAM Technology Night at CHS! 📚✨🐂 📅 Thursday, Oct 16 🕒 3–5 PM 📍 CHS Library Dive into fun tech, hands-on activities, and awesome books for the whole family. Plus, win door prizes! (You've got to be there to win!) Let’s Read, Soar, and Explore to Infinity and Beyond! 🚀 #FamilyFun #STEAM #ReadingRocks

📢 You’re Invited! Parents, join us in person for our 1st Nine Weeks Report Card Day! 📅 Thursday, October 16 🕟 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM 📍 Dr. Leo G. Cigarroa High School Come meet with teachers, discuss your child’s progress, and partner with us to support their success this school year. We look forward to seeing you there! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦📚✨

Toro family, here is the October 2025- Cigarroa High School event calendar to inform you of upcoming events!🗓️🐂

🧡 Wear Orange on Tuesday, October 15th! 🧡 Show your support for Anti-Bullying Day by standing up for kindness and friendship. Let’s spread the message: Be a friend, not a bully.

Attention Students:

Don't miss out on this great opportunity to visit with Universities and ask important questions. See flyer for more information.

📣 Attention Cigarroa High School Parents and Community!

In preparation for our Cigarroa High School Homecoming presentation, we will be implementing safety measures to ensure a secure and enjoyable event for everyone.

🔹 Clear Bag Policy will be enforced.
🔹 Metal detectors will be utilized at entry points.
🔹 All visitors must check in using the Raptor ID system.
🔹 No balloons or glass vases will be permitted inside the venue.

We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we work together to keep our school community safe. 💙🐃

Please take a look at the attached flyers for more details.

🎓✨ Calling All Cigarroa High Alumni & Community! ✨🎓

Do you know a Toro graduate who is making a difference, achieving excellence in their career, or giving back to our community? 🐂💙 Now is your chance to recognize them as a 2025–2026 Toro Legend!

Help us honor and celebrate the outstanding accomplishments of our alumni who continue to inspire the Toro family. 🌟
➡️ Submit your nomination today by clicking here:
🔗 Nomination Form Link-
https://forms.gle/SYBpUfvtwZcxdtPL7

Let’s shine a spotlight on our Toro Legends and show the world the pride of Cigarroa High! 💙🐂

💉 Flu Clinic – Friday, October 10, 2025! 💉
Our campus will be holding its annual Flu Clinic this Friday, October 10th, in the New Gym.
We’ll be vaccinating all students who turned in a consent form during registration.
If your child has already received their flu shot with their doctor, please let the school nurse team know.
Let’s work together to keep our Toro family healthy this flu season! 💙🐂
#StayHealthy #FluClinic #ToroPride

💉 ¡Clínica de Vacunas contra la Gripe – Viernes, 10 de Octubre de 2025! 💉
Nuestra escuela llevará a cabo su Clínica Anual de Vacunas contra la Gripe este viernes, 10 de octubre, en el Gimnasio Nuevo.
Vacunaremos a todos los estudiantes que entregaron su formulario de consentimiento durante la inscripción.
Si su hijo(a) ya recibió la vacuna contra la gripe con su doctor, por favor avise al equipo de enfermería escolar.
¡Trabajemos juntos para mantener a nuestra familia Toro saludable esta temporada de gripe! 💙🐂
#MantenteSaludable #ClinicaDeGripe #OrgulloToro

Shoutout to our amazing English teacher, Ms. Andrea Piña! She’s using ClassDojo to create a positive, collaborative, and engaging learning environment in her classroom. 💬✨ Students earn points for participation and positive behavior, making learning fun and rewarding! 🙌 Plus, through ClassDojo’s Study Island, they’re building critical thinking and problem-solving skills as part of their social-emotional learning journey. 🧠💙 Way to go, Ms. Piña! You make us Toro proud! 👏 🐂 #ClassroomWins #SocialEmotionalLearning #ClassDojo #TeacherSpotlight

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, please join LISD in celebrating Pink Day on Friday, October 10th, to show our support and raise awareness in the fight against breast cancer. 🩷🩷🩷

Congratulations to our Toro Teachers and Para-Professional of the Month! These exceptional individuals have been recognized for their dedication and contributions to our CHS students and campus community. ⭐️Ms. Mayela Villarreal(English Department) ⭐️Mrs. Mary Mendoza(Math Department) ⭐️Mr. Robert Bird (Science Department) ⭐️Mr. Luis Hilario(Social Studies Department ⭐️Mr. Jesus Chavez (Special Education Department) ⭐️Mr. Alexander Castro(CTE Department) ⭐️Mr. Gilbert Cavazos (Electives Department) ⭐️Ms. Kimberly Golden Paraprofessional of the Month 🎉We also celebrated our United Way Golden Donors: Mr. Exiquio Garcia, Mrs. Elizabeth Garcia Lopez and Mrs. Zuhey Martinez. #SomosToros This celebration was hosted at the CHS Library.

📣 Attention LISD Juniors!

The San Antonio Area Foundation Legacy Scholarship is now open for applications! 🎓 High school juniors in Webb and Bexar County are encouraged to apply for this incredible opportunity.

✅ Applications accepted Oct. 1 – Dec. 15
✅ Must submit transcript & essays
✅ Show leadership and community involvement

Learn more and apply today 👉 saafdn.org/legacy-scholarship

🎉 This past week, Cigarroa High School proudly celebrated Deaf Awareness Week! 🙌✨ Our amazing students, teachers, and staff came together to participate in a variety of fun, educational, and meaningful activities — all aimed at raising awareness and promoting inclusivity for the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community. 🤟💙 Did you know? Cigarroa High School is the Regional Day School Program for the Deaf in Laredo. This program provides essential services to students with hearing impairments from Laredo ISD, United ISD, and other surrounding school districts. 🏫🌟 Let’s continue to celebrate diversity and advocate for accessibility every day! #SomosToros 🐂💙🤍

📣 Attention Students & Families! Just a reminder: There will be NO CLASSES this Friday, September 26 due to Staff Development Day. 📚 Enjoy your day off, and we’ll see you back in class on Monday, September 29! 🎒✨ ⸻ 📣 ¡Atención estudiantes y familias! Un recordatorio: NO HABRÁ CLASES este viernes 26 de septiembre debido al Día de Desarrollo Profesional del personal. 📚 ¡Disfruten su día libre y nos vemos de nuevo en clases el lunes 29 de septiembre! 🎒✨

The safety of our students and staff remains the highest priority at Laredo ISD. After assessing current weather conditions, Laredo ISD will be delaying the start of classes on Thursday, September 25, 2025, due to possible thunderstorms and flooding. Laredo ISD elementary schools will begin their classes at 9:45 a.m., while middle school students will start the day at 10:00 a.m. LISD high schools will start their day at 10:15 a.m. All Laredo ISD administrative offices and departments will be open on Thursday, September 25, 2025. Central office staff is expected to be at work at 9:30 a.m. Classes will resume on Monday, September 29, 2025, as regularly scheduled. Be assured that Laredo ISD will continue monitoring weather conditions and notify the public of any other changes in our schedule via the District’s social media and website at www.laredoisd.org.

🎉 Shoutout to Ms. Rentería and Ms. Gámez! 🎉 These rockstar educators are leveling up learning in their classrooms with instructional technology tools like Canva and Nearpod! 💻✨ 💼 Students showcased their creativity by designing resumes, advertising flyers, and presentations using Canva. 🎮 Then, they took their learning to the next level with Nearpod — playing Time to Climb to review concepts and wrapping up with a collaborative board exit ticket to reflect on their learning journey. 👏 Huge kudos for making student engagement and tech integration a priority! #EdTechInAction#SomosToros💙🐂🤙

🚀 Today, our amazing Cigarroa High School CTE teachers brought hands-on learning to life for Cigarroa Middle School GEAR UP 8th graders! Mr. Torres (Diesel), Mr. Zuniga (Automotive), Mr. Ramirez (HVAC), Mr. Perez (Construction), and Mr. Peña (Audio/Video Production & Graphic Design) showcased exciting, interactive activities that sparked curiosity and inspiration. 🔧🎬📐 These sessions gave students a glimpse into the real-world skills and certifications available through our CTE programs—helping them start thinking about their future careers today! 👷‍♀️🎓 #CTEworks #GearUpWorks #FutureReady #HandsOnLearning #CigarroaPride

📣 Calling All Toro Families! 🐂 Join us for an exciting Title I Family Education Workshop & Community Resource Fair! 🗓 Saturday, October 11th 🕗 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM 📍 Laredo ISD PAC 🎉 Discover valuable resources, connect with the community, and get empowered as a family! 📄 Check out the flyer for full details — don’t miss it! 📣 ¡Atención Familias Toro! 🐂 ¡Están cordialmente invitadas al Taller Educativo para Familias Título I y Feria de Recursos Comunitarios! 🗓 Sábado, 11 de octubre 🕗 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM 📍 Laredo ISD PAC 🎉 Descubran recursos importantes, conecten con la comunidad y fortalezcan a su familia. 📄 ¡Vean el volante para más información — no se lo pierdan!