Joseph W. Nixon High School

Congratulations to our Boys & Girls Swimmers for placing 1st and 2nd at the UISD Swim Meet. Way to Go Mustangs!

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Congratulations to Nixon High School's Alejandro Gonzalez for being named LISD October Student of the Month. The LISD Student of the Month is sponsored by Laredo Federal Credit Union, Clear Choice ER, Chick-Fil-A Marketplace on Bob Bullock, and Laredo Orthodontics.

📣 Check out these opportunities at Santo Niño Elementary! Support their school community and earn community service hours! 💚💛

Come learn tips on how to help your child succeed on their state exams. Also, learn about benefits for taxpayers available now.

The Laredo Independent School District and Nixon High School welcomed U.S. Department of Education Secretary Linda McMahon to J.W. Nixon High School. Secretary McMahon convened an education panel with local leaders including Board of Trustees from both Laredo ISD and United ISD, along with K-12 administrators and educators, and private schools. Secretary McMahon also toured the Culinary Arts, Barber and Cosmetology, and Construction classes at Nixon High School

the LISD Athletic Department will be hosting the SHAC Meeting on Tuesday, October 6 at the Dr. Marcus Nelson Conference Room

Please come enjoy a delicious meal and support the girls soccer program.

The Laredo Independent School District Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council (SSAC) held their first meeting of the 2026-2027 school year with LISD Superintendent Guillermo Pro. The meeting was hosted by the Martin High School at the LISD Performing Arts Center in the Dr. Marcus Nelson Conference Room.

The students were welcomed by Gerardo Rodriguez, LISD Assistant Superintendent for Student Services and Guillermo Pro, LISD Superintendent.

IBC Executive Vice-President Corporate Marketing Gabriel Castillo served as keynote speaker during the meeting. He discussed the importance of financial literacy for high school students. IBC also provided lunch from Chick-Fil-A and some amazing door prizes for our students.

During the meeting students also heard a presentation regarding the Society of Martha Washington Scholarship by LISD Director of Communication, Veronica Castillon.

The LISD Special Education Department recognized special education students with the Champions Award for exceling in the classroom, being responsible, having good attendance, and being eager to learn. Nixon High School hosted the September Champion Awards Fall Carnival Celebration where administration, staff, and parents from Martin, Nixon, Cigarroa High Schools and RISE Academy came together to celebrate and recognize our amazing Champions.

🍩🏃‍♀️ Ready, set… DONUT! 🏃‍♂️🍩 The Laredo Independent School District Police Department invites the community to lace up for the Donut Dash 5K! Join us for a morning of fun, fitness, and giving back as we Run. Support. Serve.

📅 Saturday, November 21, 2026
📍 Shirley Field Parking Lot
⏰ Check-in: 7:00 AM | Race: 8:00 AM
🎁 Entry Fee: One new toy valued at $25 or more

Every step supports a great cause! Scan the QR code on the flyer to register and come dash with us!

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Congratulations to Nixon High School's Ramiro Noe Santiago Padron for being named LISD September Student of the Month. The LISD Student of the Month is sponsored by Laredo Federal Credit Union, Clear Choice ER, Chick-Fil-A Marketplace on Bob Bullock, and Laredo Orthodontics.

Today the Texas Education Agency officially announced that Laredo ISD has earned two A’s. The annual ratings show that LISD earned an A in Academic Accountability with a district score of 90. Overall campus ratings for LISD’s 28 schools include 18 A’s and 10 B’s. No LISD campus earned a C or D. LISD also earned an A in finance through their Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST) rating.

JUNIOR CLASS MEETING!

🎒Get Ready to Head Back in Style! Join us for the LISD Back-to-School Fair & Style Show—an afternoon filled with fun, fashion, and resources to help families kick off the new school year!

📅 Tuesday, July 21, 2026
🕒 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 LISD Performing Arts Complex (2400 San Bernardo Ave.)

What to Expect:
✔️ Health Screenings
✔️ FREE Sports Physical Vouchers
✔️ School Readiness Resources
✔️ Back-to-School Fashion Showcase

🎒 Plus, receive a FREE LISD backpack while supplies last!

A special thank you to our sponsors for helping make this event possible. We can't wait to welcome our LISD families as we kick off another incredible school year together!

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SAVE THE DATE! July 21-23. Operation Border Health is scheduled for July 21-23, at the United South 9th Grade campus. Free services will include medical, dental, vision, and mental health services.

Join the Swim Team this summer and attend the Freshmen Swim Camp! Bring your physical (required), sunscreen, water/gatorade, girls (1-piece swim suit), boys (jammers/swim shorts), sandals, and towel. All participants must know how to swim.

Congratulations to Daniel Valdez, Nixon High School Salutatorian, for being awarded the prestigious Gates Scholarship. Daniel will become an Aggie as he will enroll this fall at Texas A&M University in College Station. He will be pursuing a degree in Animal Science and hopefully attend Veterinary School.