Dr. Leonides G. Cigarroa High School

Checkmate! LISD’s named its top chess players after a fierce competition this past Saturday at the LISD PAC in the Dr. Marcus Nelson Conference Center. The LISD Fine Arts Department hosted an All-Star Chess Tournament for the district’s All-Star chess players. The top 10 winners were recognized with either a trophy or medal for their accomplishments.

Laredo ISD recognized its Elementary and Secondary Teacher of the Year and Clerical and Instructional Paraprofessional of the Year nominees during the district’s Employee of the Year Banquet which was held at the Dr. Marcus Nelson Conference Center.

✨ Happy Nurses Appreciation Week! ✨

A huge THANK YOU to our incredible CHS Nursing Team (Ms. Solis, Ms. Villarreal, and Mr. Munoz) for everything you do day in and day out. 💙🩺 Your compassion, dedication, and unwavering care make you the heart of our school. From supporting our students to keeping our campus safe and healthy, you truly make a difference every single day.

This week, we celebrate you — your hard work, your kindness, and the love you pour into our Cigarroa community. 💙

Thank you for all that you do. Happy Nurses Appreciation Week! 🌟

Our CIS students had a wonderful time celebrating Children’s Day! 🎉 They enjoyed cereal, chocolate milk, fresh fruit, and lots of fun through interactive board games and activities. 🍎🥣 This special celebration gave our students a well-deserved break from the daily pressures of academics and responsibilities, creating space to support their social-emotional well-being. It was an opportunity to reconnect with the joy of childhood, build resilience, spark creativity, and strengthen their sense of belonging within our school community. By honoring this meaningful tradition, we also celebrate the cultural roots and connections that make our students proud of who they are. 💙✨ #AllInForKids #BeingPresentMatters #CISProud

🎉 Shoutout to our amazing English Language Arts teacher, Ms. Mayela Villarreal, for creating an immersive and highly engaging learning experience for our students! 📚🕶️✨ By integrating Class Virtual Reality headsets into instruction, students were able to step into the island setting of Lord of the Flies and experience the novel in a whole new way. This innovative lesson allowed students to dive deeper into the story and explore its four major themes through interactive, real-world connections. 🌴📖💡 Way to level up learning with technology! 👏💻 #ToroProud #EdTech #VirtualReality #LevelUpLearning

Big congratulations to our CHS Border Patrol Youth of the Month for April, Minerva Rivera Candelaria! 🎉

Minerva shines as a dedicated dental student, a science fair winner, and an all-around outstanding student. Your hard work and commitment are truly inspiring. Keep reaching for the stars! 🌟🐂💙

🎓 Attention Seniors! 🎓
Don’t forget to pick up your Cigarroa HS Cap and Gown on May 1st during both lunches!

Make sure you’re graduation-ready—stop by, grab your items, and check out the flyer for all the details.

Let’s get ready to celebrate you, Class of 2026! 💙🤍🎉

The LISD Athletic Office hosted the Triple A awards Ceremony at the LISD PA. The ceremony honored LISD middle and high school student-athletes. The students were recognized for having perfect attendance, straight A’s and a winning attitude. Each student was presented with either a Gold, Silver, or Bronze Medal for their academic achievements.

Reminder! Join us today! Cigarroa High School is hosting a 2-day blood drive to support our community and save lives. Here are the details: 🗓️ When: Tuesday, April 28: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Wednesday, April 29: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM 📍 Where: Cigarroa High School New Gym 🎁 Bonus: All donors will receive an exclusive GenGive building toy! Scan the QR codes in the image to schedule your appointment and ensure your spot. Walk-ins are also welcome.

🎉 Congratulations to our amazing teacher, Mrs. Diana Cantu, for representing Dr. Leo G. Cigarroa High School at the 40th Golden Apple Award Ceremony as our campus nominee! 🍎✨ Thank you for your dedication, passion, and commitment to making a difference in the lives of our students every day. Your hard work and impact make us #ToroProud! 💙🤍

Congratulations to our amazing Cigarroa High School students who participated in the City of Laredo's 23rd Annual Poetry Contest! Two students, Ariana Araiza and Ruben Magana, were selected as winners from over 1,000 participants. Their beautiful poems will be recited by them at the Award Recognition Ceremony this Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm at the Joe A. Guerra Laredo Public Library in the Multipurpose Room. Everyone is welcome to go and cheer them on.

LISD hosted a Military Ball for JROTC cadets from Martin, Nixon, and Cigarroa High Schools at the LISD Dr. Marcus Nelson Conference Center.

🌎✨ Look at the transformation! ✨🌱 Our Earth Day Beautification Project is complete, and the finished garden in front of the CHS Literacy Center looks amazing! 🌿🌸 Thanks to the hard work and dedication of our Cigarroa HS and Sabas Perez Early College HS students, under the leadership of Ms. Deborah Laurel and Mr. Arturo Garcia, this space has been given new life. 💙🤍 From laying mulch and adding fresh soil to planting vibrant flowers and greenery, our students worked together to create a beautiful and welcoming space for our campus community to enjoy. 🌼🌱 Their teamwork and commitment show that when we care for our environment, we help our community grow stronger too. Thank you to everyone who made this project possible and helped make our campus bloom this Earth Day! 🌎💙 #ToroProud #EarthDay #CampusBeautification

🎭 Teatro Del Toro Presents: LAS SOLDADERAS 🎭

Don't miss this powerful production by Nelly E. Cuéllar-García! Join us for a tribute to the women of the Mexican Revolution.

📅 Tuesday, May 5, 2026
📍 CHS Stage / PE Gym

🕒 SHOWTIMES
Students/Staff: 2nd Block
Community: 6:30 PM

🎟️ TICKETS
Presale: $3.00
At the Door: $5.00

Directed by Ms. Selina Peña. See you there! 🐂✨

Calling all Toros! 🤘 Cigarroa High School is hosting a 2-day blood drive to support our community and save lives. Here are the details:

🗓️ When:
Tuesday, April 28: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Wednesday, April 29: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

📍 Where:
Cigarroa High School New Gym

🎁 Bonus: All donors will receive an exclusive GenGive building toy!
Scan the QR codes in the image to schedule your appointment and ensure your spot. Walk-ins are also welcome.

Wishing the best of luck to the Toro Stampede BBQ Team as they take on the Texas State High School BBQ Competition in Marble Falls this weekend! Good luck, and we’re proud of your hard work!

#SomoToros

🎻✨ Support Our Cigarroa Orchestra! ✨🎻 Join us for a beautiful evening of music at the Cigarroa Orchestra Don't Stop Believin' Spring Concert! 🎶 📅 April 30 📍 Cigarroa Middle School Cafeteria Come out and show your support for our talented students as they showcase their hard work and passion. 💙🎼 #ToroProud

Our Dr. Leonides G. Cigarroa HS Parent and Family Engagement Program, together with our Award-Winning Culinary Arts students under the direction of Mr. Gilbert Cavazos, treated our parents and community to a Real-Life Skills Course. Our guest learned how to decorate cupcakes, created a beautiful cupcake flowerpot made with heart and art, and then sprinkled it with a little happiness! 🧁💙

So proud of our CHS Senior Girls Cross Country team for an incredible 2025 season! 🏃‍♀️💙🐂 A special shoutout to senior Daniela Garza for an outstanding 7-year Cross Country career and for earning the 2024–2025 MVP title! 🏆 Your dedication and hard work truly inspire us all. #SomosToros

✨ Attention Seniors! ✨
Get ready to shine at all your upcoming senior events! 💙🤍💫

We’re excited to invite you to our “Say Yes to the Dress” Pop-Up Event at Cigarroa HS, where all items are FREE of charge for our seniors! Whether you’re preparing for Scholarship Night, Prom, or any special senior celebration, we’ve got you covered.

👗✨ What You’ll Find:

-Gorgeous dresses
-Sharp men’s suits
-Stylish accessories & jewelry
-Dress shoes
-And so much more to help you look and feel your best!

💅✂️ Additional Services:

-Small dress fittings
-Manicure services (by appointment)
-Hair styling services (by appointment)

📍 Location: Montemayor Gym – Robotics Lab
📅 Dates:

Monday, April 27th
Tuesday, April 28th

Come browse, try things on, and find the perfect look to make your senior moments unforgettable. 💙🤍✨
We can’t wait to see you there, Class of 2026! 🎓💫