Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District

📣 Extended Hours at the HCISD Clothing Closet! Due to the recent rainstorms, HCISD Family & Community Engagement will be offering extended hours at the Clothing Closet to assist our HCISD families in need of clothing and essential items. 🗓 Dates: Monday, March 31st - Friday, April 4th 📍 Location: HCISD Clothing Closet, 216 N. 21st Street ⏰ Hours: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday: 8:30 AM - 11:45 AM & 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM Wednesday & Friday: 8:30 AM - 11:45 AM & 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM For more information, please call 956.427.3084 or 956.427.3515. We are here to support our HCISD families! 💙

🌟 HCISD F.A.C.E. Clothing & Essentials Drive 🌟 Help us support HCISD families in need! We’re collecting gently used or new clothing, home essentials, hygiene products, gift cards, or monetary donations. Every contribution makes a difference! 📅 When: Monday - Thursday: 7:45 AM - 7:00 PM Friday: 7:45 AM - 4:00 PM 📍 Where: HCISD Annex Bldg. 310 N. 13th Street ☎️ Contact: 956-427-3515 💙 Items Needed: Children’s clothing (sizes 4-18) Socks & shoes (all sizes) Towels & cleaning supplies Hygiene products Walmart/HEB Gift Cards for food Monetary donations Thank you for your generosity and support! Together, we can make a difference. 💛

Our HCISD Ambassadors had the chance to step into the shoes of a "Student for a Day" and experience a day filled with hands-on learning and exciting activities! From outdoor learning adventures at HCISD Early Childhood Academy, to learning Mandarin Chinese and ASL at Vernon Middle School World Languages Academy, to assembling a computer at Dr. Abraham P. Cano Freshman Academy, it was a day full of new experiences and valuable skills. Thanks to all the schools for making this a memorable and impactful day for our Ambassadors!

Science just got a whole lot cooler! Our 5th graders are taking over Harlingen High School South for their Annual Science Day, gearing up for STAAR testing! Students are diving into mind-blowing experiments with fire, ice, force, resistance, and bubbles, and more! HCISD Board Member Ricky Leal even joined the fun and got in on the action!

Save the date for PreK Round-Up! We're ready to welcome our youngest learners to HCISD! Join us for a fun-filled morning with registration assistance, district info, mascot photo ops, and more! 🎈 Plus, on-site immunizations will be available—just bring a copy of your insurance card. 📌 Don’t forget to bring the required documents for registration: ✅ Birth certificate ✅ Social security card (if available) ✅ Immunization record ✅ Proof of address (utility bill) ✅ Parent’s proof of income ✅ Parent’s driver’s license We can’t wait to see you there!

We had the privilege of hosting our March Superintendent’s Student Advisory Board, bringing together both our elementary and secondary students for a meaningful leadership session. 🏫💡🤝 Led by our secondary advisory board members, the discussion provided valuable insights into HCISD’s leadership model. Students walked away with a deeper understanding of the qualities that define strong leaders—commitment to excellence and a heart for people. ✨🫶 It’s inspiring to see our future leaders learning and growing together! ☺️

Start here, go anywhere! Enroll for the 2025-2026 school year and pave the way for a bright future. The possibilities are endless—where will your journey take you? 🚀 Register now at www.hcisd.org/register! ⬅️⬅️

Your future starts HERE! 🚀 At HCISD, we’re all about setting you up for success after high school. With 12 academies and 39 certifications, you can get a head start on your dream career before you even graduate! 🎓🔥 Start off strong by registering today at www.hcisd.org/register! 💪✨

📚🍎 Tonight was all about connection! Our elementary schools welcomed families for Parent Connection Night, bringing parents, teachers, and staff together to build strong relationships and support student success. 🤝💙 From meaningful conversations to shared goals, this night was a reminder that when schools and families work together, students thrive! 🌟✨ Thank you to all the parents who joined us—we love seeing our community come together for our kids! 🏫💡

We’re excited to share the success of our recent eSports Tournament, where students showcased their gaming skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship! 🏆 This event wasn’t just about competition—it was also about internet safety! We were proud to partner with the Harlingen Police Department and Srgt. Brooks, the Harlingen CISD Technology Department, the Harlingen CISD FACE Department, and Gutierrez Middle School to promote safe online practices and responsible gaming. 🎮 🌐 Key Highlights: - Srgt. Brooks from Harlingen PD shared valuable tips on staying safe online. - Harlingen CISD Technology and FACE Departments provided resources and guidance on navigating the digital world safely. - Gutierrez Middle School was a proud host, providing a fantastic space for students to compete and learn. Together, we are helping students stay safe while having fun in the digital age. Thank you to all our partners and families for making this event a success. 😃

Join us for the inaugural Harlingen CISD CTE Showcase! Discover our high school CTE Academies and see how we're bridging the gap between students and the community. It's a fantastic Opportunity for our teachers and students to shine and share their incredible work. This free event is open to all--hope to see you there! Time: 5:30 - 7:30 PM Location: Cano Freshman Academy

Harlingen CISD and TSTC have officially signed an MOU to strengthen our partnership and expand opportunities for our Dental Academy students. This collaboration will offer an opportunity for our students to learn at TSTC to get real-world experiences and advanced training. Together, we’re shaping the next generation of skilled dental experts!

In January, we celebrated the 100th Day of School—a milestone filled with learning, growth, and fun! From creative projects to classroom activities, our students and staff are making every day count.

¡Hola! Let's learn Spanish together! Register today! Are you ready to learn a new language or improve your Spanish skills? Join us for Spanish Lessons starting Monday, January 20th! 📚 Details: ✨ 16-Week Spanish Course 🗓 Mondays & Tuesdays ⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM 📍 HCISD Annex Building 310 N. 13th Street Limited spaces are available - Open to our HCISD Family and Community! 📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer or click the link below to secure your spot today. ➡️https://bit.ly/2025_SpanishClass For more information, contact the FACE Department at 956-427-3515. 🙂

Don't wait, come be a champion at HCISD! ✨ Registration is now open for the 2025-2026 school year. Visit www.hcisd.org/register to learn more. 🙂 Watch Video: https://www.facebook.com/reel/1675023319743835

Christmas with the Coakley Cougars! 💙🎄🎅 For the third year in a row, Coakley athletes have visited their feeder campuses to spread some holiday cheer by giving toys to future Cougars! Instead of paying for their school dance, the Cougars brought an unwrapped toy as their entry ticket. 🎁 “I feel good about giving presents to little kids because I know they’ll have fun, and it shows them what they can look forward to in middle school,” said Bryanna Heiskell, Coakley 8th Grade Student. 🫶

“Anybody who knows me knows that I am Cathey with an E. My mom, busy with six kids, taught me to spell it with an E. My sister took my father’s name, Tracy, but my mom added an E to her name. Somehow, the E jumped into my name too, and I’ve embraced it ever since. It’s unique, just like me. I identify with Cathey, with an E, more than my legal name, Cathy. To serve children and be trusted with their emotional well-being is such a big responsibility. Working with the ESA (emotional support animal) dogs is the biggest impact I've seen in my career. Levi and Piper have allowed me immediate emotional access to the hearts of some of the hardest-to-reach kids. HCISD has been more than just a job to me. It enabled me to carry out my calling and has been a place of growth, inspiration, and friendships. You don’t get here by yourself. I stand on the shoulders of so many friends, colleagues, and bosses who have helped and supported me along the way. I truly believe that if you serve with your whole heart when you get to the finish line, you’ll be full of gratitude—and that’s exactly where I’m at. I’m so grateful for the opportunities the district has given me.” – Cathey Steadman Student Wellness Specialist

Yesterday, the Harlingen Police Department hosted it's 10th Annual Shop with a Cop event, bringing together local law enforcement agencies, HCISD, and our community to create a memorable experience for 86 of our 5th grade students. This event goes beyond just shopping—it’s about building strong community partnerships and supporting our students in meaningful ways. A heartfelt thank you to the officers, volunteers, sponsors, and HCISD staff who made this day so special for our students. Your dedication continues to make a lasting impact!

The HCISD Transition Academy hosted their 4th Annual Christmas Social! Happy Holidays to all!

Films on the Field: Christmas edition! Tonight we saw Elf on the big screen! 🎄🎅🏼🎁🍭🍬 Congratulations to the lucky winner of tonight’s TV raffle, Luisana Quintanilla! Thanks for being a part of our HCISD Family! 📺 🫶🏼 ✨