Socorro Independent School District

Trustees honored Patsy Carrillo from Sgt. Jose F. Carrasco ES and Angie Lopez from Jane A. Hambric School for their recognition in the Lone Star State School Counselor of the Year Awards. Eight #TeamSISD counseling teams were honored with the 2024 LSSSCA Award for excellence in providing comprehensive support to students. Congratulations!

The Board of Trustees honored the El Dorado High School marching band for making their first appearance at the 2024 5A UIL State Marching Band Contest. The band had an outstanding season, earning top honors at the T-Bird and EPISD Marching Invitationals. Congratulations, Aztecs!

The Board of Trustees recognized Rosa I. Rodriguez from Chester E. Jordan Elementary School as the 2024 Texas School Counselor of the Year and a national award finalist. With 11 years of experience, she has dedicated her career to supporting and empowering students. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor, Ms. Rodriguez!

The Board of Trustees recognized the Americas High School tennis team for winning the 2024 UIL 2-5A District and Bi-District championships. The team finished the season with an overall 14-4 record, and they won district title with an undefeated record of 6-0. Congratulations to these outstanding athletes!

Trustees honored the Americas High School girls cross country team for winning the 2024 UIL 2-5A District championship. The team had an outstanding season, placing first in the City Wide XC Invitational and the Pebble Hills XC Invitational. Great job, Trailblazers!

The Board of Trustees honored Americas High School athletes Lexee Salas and Diego Romero for competing in the 2024 UIL State Cross-Country Championships. They proudly represented their school, our district, and region with incredible spirit and pride at the state meet.

The Board of Trustees honored the winners of the second annual #TeamSISD Dia De Los Muertos Showcase. Out of more than 400 submissions across the elementary, middle, and high school divisions, nine students were recognized for their outstanding contributions. Congratulations to these talented students!

Congratulations to Andres Gil, a senior at El Dorado High School, for leading the Pledge of Allegiance at this month’s board meeting! Andres has spent four years in the marching band, demonstrating talent, dedication, and perseverance. Read his story at: https://www.sisd.net/article/1887135

#TeamSISD employees and their families took part in the 2nd Annual Día de los Muertos Health Expo, which included a 5K Run and a 1-Mile Walk, at the Student Activities Complex today. Sponsored by Aetna, this free event featured over 50 wellness exhibitors, live fitness classes, a Kids Zone, flu shots, food trucks, music, raffles, giveaways, and many other activities.

We're MAD about science! 🧪Over 400 #TeamSISD third- to fifth-graders showcased projects in physical science, life science, earth/environmental science, engineering, behavioral/social science, and math at the #TeamSISD Elementary Science Fair. The event lets students apply classroom concepts through experimental design, while integrating skills in math, reading, and writing.

SISD students explore future career opportunities at Career Con. Read more: https://www.sisd.net/article/1852501

It's National School Bus Safety Week! 🚍 Our amazing Transportation Department travels hundreds of miles daily, serving countless #TeamSISD students. That's hundreds of reasons to thank the bus drivers, monitors, mechanics, and all the dedicated team members who make it happen. Thank you for your hard work and for being #ALLIN every day!

UIL Region Marching Contest Eastlake High School Directors: Nicholas Flood, Celeste Collette, Pablo Estrada, Jesus Perez Drum Majors: Adria Dominguez, Gray Nunez, Anabelle Navarro Title: A Dark Heart

UIL Region Marching Contest Socorro High School Directors: Marc Moomaw, Rebecca Monreal, Vince Chaparro Drum Majors: Alexia Rivera-Rodriguez, Leyla Williams Show Title: Wayfinder

UIL Region Marching Contest Pebble Hills High School Directors: Maximo Sierra, Maria Carbajal, Cecil Crabtree Drum Majors: Abel Griego, Zarela Coello, Bailey Cole, Lianelys Santiago-Rivera Show Title: Here We Are

UIL Region Marching Contest Montwood High School Directors: Beto Perez, Ana Garcia, Joseph Salgado Drum Majors: Sofia Perez, Abby Reyes, Caleb Soliz, Hailey Gallaso Show Title: Shape Study

UIL Region Marching Contest El Dorado High School Directors: Cesar Hinojos, Annie Aguilar, Anthony Yrigoyen Drum Majors: Andres Gil, Vania Mendez, Viridiana Arzola Show Title: Golden Hour

UIL Region Marching Contest Americas High School Directors: Erik Lerma, Mandy Twomey Drum Majors: Victoria Morales, Idaly Pérez, Arturo Levario Show Title: Fiesta

Trustees recognized individuals who have spent many years serving #TeamSISD students and schools. Their dedication has helped our students achieve significant success and opened doors to countless opportunities both in and out of the classroom. We appreciate their long-standing commitment to education and service in #TeamSISD and wish them all a well-deserved retirement!

Congratulations to Brianna Grajeda from Options High School for leading the Pledge of Allegiance at this month’s board meeting! With support from her family, teachers, staff, and administrators, Brianna earned her high school diploma, proving that with the right support, anything is possible. Read her story at: sisd.net/article/1824516