Monica Calles

This document outlines the strategic direction for Laredo Independent School District. It envisions diverse opportunities for student excellence within safe and nurturing environments, preparing students to contribute and excel in life. The mission is to prepare students to be highly successful, critical thinkers, effective problem solvers, confident, self-motivated, and actively involved in the local and global community. The plan is structured around four main goals: establishing expectations of excellence and equity for college, career, and military readiness; providing a safe, secure, and healthy learning environment; developing meaningful student-centered relationships with parents, businesses, and community leaders; and maintaining efficient, financially accountable organizational support structures.

The meeting was the second Elementary Menu Advisory Committee session for the spring, involving students from the 3rd to 5th grades. The primary activity was taste testing new food items intended for consideration for the next school year's menu. The committee seeks to include items preferred by 60% to 70% of the participating students, aligning with the organization's focus on nutrition, wellness, and education.

The Parent Academy of Learning meeting focused on two primary topics for parents: the victims advocate services and the LISD Student Code of Conduct Handbook. Discussions included presentations from the LISD Director of Accountability and Program Compliance regarding the Code of Conduct Handbook, and input from the risk and discipline coordinator.

The document appears to be related to a back-to-school celebration for the 2018-2019 school year, featuring performances from various school groups and students discussing what they can achieve through the district. Key discussions during the administrative portion included the commitment to working as a team across all campuses and personnel levels. Financial matters highlighted were the allocation of a $1200 pay raise for every teacher and a projected additional $200 for administration in the next board meeting. Furthermore, the district confirmed absorbing the increase in employee insurance costs without passing it on to employees. Significant updates were provided on capital improvement projects funded by bond money, including rebuilding several middle schools (like Lamar Middle School) and high schools (Martin High School and Nixon High School), and construction of three new elementary schools, emphasizing transparency in spending.

The event recognized student achievements at the Laredo Independent School District's Science and Engineering Fair, which encourages exploration in a systematic, logical manner and promotes life skills such as communication and critical thinking. The fair was affiliated with the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair and Broadcom Masters, featuring approximately 200 projects from middle and high schools. Awards were presented across various categories, including Behavioral and Social Science, Environmental Science, Life Science, Physical Science, Websites, Animal and Plant Science, Biochemistry, Biological Medical and Health Science, and Physics Engineering and Computer Science. The overall highest scoring middle school projects and the high school grand champion and runner-up were announced, with the high school grand champion designated to represent the district at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.