Attention students! UIL is spreading the love with a Valentine’s Sweethearts Box featuring a Peter Piper’s personal-size pizza, received during your lunch period on Valentine’s Day.
📅 Friday, February 13, 2026
🍕 Option 1: Personal pepperoni pizza – $8
🍕 Option 2: Personal pepperoni pizza + chips, juice pouch, and fun-size candy – $10
📝 Students only
✔ Orders must be turned in to Ms. Sylvia Arredondo (Room T-11)
🎀 Bracelet pick-up: Thursday, February 12 (Room T-11)
🍕 Pizza will be received during your lunch period on Friday
⏰ Lunch times:
6th Grade – 10:45 AM
7th Grade – 11:40 AM
8th Grade – 12:35 PM
Sweet lunch + Valentine vibes 💘🍕
¡Atención estudiantes! UIL comparte el amor con su Caja de San Valentín que incluye una pizza personal de Peter Piper, recibida durante su periodo de almuerzo el Día de San Valentín.
📅 Viernes, 13 de febrero de 2026
🍕 Opción 1: Pizza personal de pepperoni – $8
🍕 Opción 2: Pizza personal de pepperoni + papas, jugo y dulce tamaño divertido – $10
📝 Solo para estudiantes
✔ Las órdenes deben entregarse a Ms. Sylvia Arredondo (Salón T-11)
🎀 Recoger pulsera: Jueves, 12 de febrero (Salón T-11)
🍕 La pizza se recibirá durante su periodo de almuerzo el viernes
⏰ Horarios de almuerzo:
6.º grado – 10:45 a. m.
7.º grado – 11:40 a. m.
8.º grado – 12:35 p. m.
¡Un almuerzo dulce con vibes de San Valentín! 💘🍕
📅 Friday, February 13, 2026
🍕 Option 1: Personal pepperoni pizza – $8
🍕 Option 2: Personal pepperoni pizza + chips, juice pouch, and fun-size candy – $10
📝 Students only
✔ Orders must be turned in to Ms. Sylvia Arredondo (Room T-11)
🎀 Bracelet pick-up: Thursday, February 12 (Room T-11)
🍕 Pizza will be received during your lunch period on Friday
⏰ Lunch times:
6th Grade – 10:45 AM
7th Grade – 11:40 AM
8th Grade – 12:35 PM
Sweet lunch + Valentine vibes 💘🍕
¡Atención estudiantes! UIL comparte el amor con su Caja de San Valentín que incluye una pizza personal de Peter Piper, recibida durante su periodo de almuerzo el Día de San Valentín.
📅 Viernes, 13 de febrero de 2026
🍕 Opción 1: Pizza personal de pepperoni – $8
🍕 Opción 2: Pizza personal de pepperoni + papas, jugo y dulce tamaño divertido – $10
📝 Solo para estudiantes
✔ Las órdenes deben entregarse a Ms. Sylvia Arredondo (Salón T-11)
🎀 Recoger pulsera: Jueves, 12 de febrero (Salón T-11)
🍕 La pizza se recibirá durante su periodo de almuerzo el viernes
⏰ Horarios de almuerzo:
6.º grado – 10:45 a. m.
7.º grado – 11:40 a. m.
8.º grado – 12:35 p. m.
¡Un almuerzo dulce con vibes de San Valentín! 💘🍕
So proud of our amazing counselors! 🎉
This week they are attending the 21st Annual Professional School Counselor Conference in Fort Worth, Texas, continuing to grow, learn, and invest in their professional development. Their commitment to furthering their education shows just how dedicated they are to becoming the very best counselors for our students.
By bringing back new strategies, resources, and inspiration, they help ensure our campus continues to support students academically, socially, and emotionally. Thank you for representing our school with excellence and for always putting students first! 💙📚✨
This week they are attending the 21st Annual Professional School Counselor Conference in Fort Worth, Texas, continuing to grow, learn, and invest in their professional development. Their commitment to furthering their education shows just how dedicated they are to becoming the very best counselors for our students.
By bringing back new strategies, resources, and inspiration, they help ensure our campus continues to support students academically, socially, and emotionally. Thank you for representing our school with excellence and for always putting students first! 💙📚✨
🌟 LULAC 8th Grade Scholar of the Month 🌟
Please join us in celebrating Marcos Castaneda of M. B. Lamar Middle School as our LULAC 8th Grade Scholar of the Month.
Marcos continues to set a positive example through his hard work and determination. Way to represent Lamar with pride. We’re proud of you! 💚🎉
Congratulations to Lamar Middle School's Victoria Sotelo for being named LISD January Student of the Month. The LISD Student of the Month is sponsored by Laredo Federal Credit Union, Chick-Fil-A Marketplace on Bob Bullock, and Laredo Orthodontics.
Congratulations to Aleida Corzo, our 8th Grade Student of the Month from M. B. Lamar Middle School 🎉✨
Aleida’s hard work, positive attitude, and dedication truly set her apart. We are so proud of her and grateful to celebrate her achievement. Keep shining and representing M. B. Lamar with pride 💚👏
👶➡️🎓 Calling All 8th Graders at M. B. Lamar Middle School! 🎓➡️👶
It’s time for one of the cutest parts of the yearbook… BABY PHOTOS! 🍼💚
If you are an 8th grader, we want to see your adorable throwback pics and include them in this year’s yearbook.
📸 What to do:
Have a parent or guardian submit one baby photo using the link below:
👉 https://forms.gle/t6CzKLE14uRgv1Bj6
✨ Only for 8th grade students
✨ Photos will be used for the yearbook
⏰ Deadline: February 20
From tiny humans to future graduates, we cannot wait to celebrate how far our Lions have come. 🦁💫
👶➡️🎓 ¡Atención estudiantes de 8.º grado de M. B. Lamar Middle School! 🎓➡️👶
¡Llegó uno de los momentos más tiernos del anuario… LAS FOTOS DE BEBÉ! 🍼💚
Si eres estudiante de 8.º grado, queremos ver tus fotos más adorables de cuando eras pequeño(a) y compartirlas en el anuario de este año.
📸 ¿Qué hacer?
Un padre, madre o tutor debe enviar una foto de bebé usando el siguiente enlace:
👉 https://forms.gle/t6CzKLE14uRgv1Bj6
✨ Solo para estudiantes de 8.º grado
✨ Las fotos se usarán para el anuario
⏰ Fecha límite: 20 de febrero
De bebés adorables a futuros graduados, ¡estamos emocionados de ver lo mucho que han crecido nuestros Lions! 🦁💚
It’s time for one of the cutest parts of the yearbook… BABY PHOTOS! 🍼💚
If you are an 8th grader, we want to see your adorable throwback pics and include them in this year’s yearbook.
📸 What to do:
Have a parent or guardian submit one baby photo using the link below:
👉 https://forms.gle/t6CzKLE14uRgv1Bj6
✨ Only for 8th grade students
✨ Photos will be used for the yearbook
⏰ Deadline: February 20
From tiny humans to future graduates, we cannot wait to celebrate how far our Lions have come. 🦁💫
👶➡️🎓 ¡Atención estudiantes de 8.º grado de M. B. Lamar Middle School! 🎓➡️👶
¡Llegó uno de los momentos más tiernos del anuario… LAS FOTOS DE BEBÉ! 🍼💚
Si eres estudiante de 8.º grado, queremos ver tus fotos más adorables de cuando eras pequeño(a) y compartirlas en el anuario de este año.
📸 ¿Qué hacer?
Un padre, madre o tutor debe enviar una foto de bebé usando el siguiente enlace:
👉 https://forms.gle/t6CzKLE14uRgv1Bj6
✨ Solo para estudiantes de 8.º grado
✨ Las fotos se usarán para el anuario
⏰ Fecha límite: 20 de febrero
De bebés adorables a futuros graduados, ¡estamos emocionados de ver lo mucho que han crecido nuestros Lions! 🦁💚
📝🐝 Spelling Bee Spotlight 🐝📝
We are so proud of Princess for representing M. B. Lamar Middle School in the Spelling Bee. Princess showed confidence, determination, and a strong commitment to excellence. Way to go, Princess. You made M. B. Lamar proud! 💚🦁
#LamarPride #SpellingBee #StudentSuccess #MBLamar
We are so proud of Princess for representing M. B. Lamar Middle School in the Spelling Bee. Princess showed confidence, determination, and a strong commitment to excellence. Way to go, Princess. You made M. B. Lamar proud! 💚🦁
#LamarPride #SpellingBee #StudentSuccess #MBLamar
🏆Congratulations to The 37 M.B. Lamar Mighty Lion Band Members qualifying for The 2026 All-Region Band. The Bands had their Olympic Games called All-Region Band Auditions, going head to head individually against 17 middle schools, showing their craft and skill with over 600 students.
Our Region Band Members were showcased at the Jr High All-Region Clinic/Concert this weekend at the Student Activity Complex at UISD.
We are so Proud of You!! 🎉
Keep Shining Bright!!! 🤩
You were born for Greatness!!!! 💙🏆🙌♥️ #MightyLions #mblamarmightylionband #lamarband
Flutes
🏆Tyler Pellegrin (🥇1st Chair)
🏆 Isabel Canizalez
🏆 Camila Escalante
🏆Jeyla Robles
🏆 Diego Salazar
🏆 Vanessa Luna
🏆 Ruben Loreto
🏆 Paula Diaz
Bb Clarinet
🏆 Aiden Ramos
🏆 Angel Mata
🏆 Sasha Farias
🏆 Emily Turner
🏆 Daniel Hernandez
🏆 Erick Moreno
Oboe
🏆 Brandon Becerra
Bassoon
🏆 Hiram Bustos
Contra Bass Clarinet
🏆Kevin Martinez (🥇1st Chair)
Bass Clarinet
🏆Jose Diaz
🏆Eliezer Bustos
Cornet
🏆 Gael Moreno
🏆 Jose Sarabia
🏆 Juan Vazquez
🏆 Ethan Delgado
🏆 Melanie Hernandez
🏆 Kristel Mendoza
French Horn
🏆 Clarissa Sosa
Baritone
🏆 Melissa Balderas
🏆 Roberto Lozano
Alto Saxophone
🏆 Victoria Sotelo
🏆 Kayla Carrera
Bari Saxophone
🏆 Jan Lara (🥇1st Chair)
Trombone
🏆 David Mendoza
🏆 Mario Rodriguez
Tuba
🏆 Elizabeth Bermudez
🏆 Nayden Ramirez
🏆 Abigail Lerma
Percussion
🏆Alicia Barrera
The Laredo Independent School District is hosting its sixth annual Scholars Golf Tournament on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the Casa Blanca Golf Course.
Funds raised from the Golf Tournament will benefit scholarships for deserving graduating seniors from the Hector J. Garcia Early College High School, Raymond and Tirza Martin High School, J.W. Nixon High School, and Dr. Leonides Cigarroa High School
We are continuing to seek sponsors and teams for the tournament. If you need more information on being sponsor or want to register a team, please contact Bobby Trevino at rwtrevino@laredoisd.org or by phone at 273-1732.
Funds raised from the Golf Tournament will benefit scholarships for deserving graduating seniors from the Hector J. Garcia Early College High School, Raymond and Tirza Martin High School, J.W. Nixon High School, and Dr. Leonides Cigarroa High School
We are continuing to seek sponsors and teams for the tournament. If you need more information on being sponsor or want to register a team, please contact Bobby Trevino at rwtrevino@laredoisd.org or by phone at 273-1732.
📘✨ Capture Memories. Make History. ✨📘
The M. B. Lamar Middle School Yearbook is your chance to relive an unforgettable year filled with game nights, school events, friendships, achievements, and everyday moments that made this year special. This keepsake tells our story and celebrates everything that makes Lamar proud.
💲 $75
📲 Scan the QR code to order
💳 Payment plan available
⏳ Limited quantities available
Do not miss your opportunity to own a lasting piece of Lamar history. Secure your yearbook today and hold on to the memories for years to come.
#LamarLions #Yearbook2025 #MemoriesMade #LamarPride
📘✨ Captura recuerdos. Crea historia. ✨📘
El anuario de M. B. Lamar Middle School te permite revivir un año inolvidable lleno de noches de juegos, eventos escolares, amistades, logros y momentos cotidianos que hicieron este año tan especial. Este recuerdo cuenta nuestra historia y celebra todo lo que nos llena de orgullo en Lamar.
💲 $75
📲 Escanee el código QR para ordenar
💳 Plan de pagos disponible
⏳ Cantidades limitadas
No pierda la oportunidad de obtener un recuerdo duradero de la historia de Lamar. Asegure su anuario hoy y conserve estos recuerdos por muchos años.
#LamarLions #Yearbook2025 #RecuerdosParaSiempre #OrgulloLamar
The M. B. Lamar Middle School Yearbook is your chance to relive an unforgettable year filled with game nights, school events, friendships, achievements, and everyday moments that made this year special. This keepsake tells our story and celebrates everything that makes Lamar proud.
💲 $75
📲 Scan the QR code to order
💳 Payment plan available
⏳ Limited quantities available
Do not miss your opportunity to own a lasting piece of Lamar history. Secure your yearbook today and hold on to the memories for years to come.
#LamarLions #Yearbook2025 #MemoriesMade #LamarPride
📘✨ Captura recuerdos. Crea historia. ✨📘
El anuario de M. B. Lamar Middle School te permite revivir un año inolvidable lleno de noches de juegos, eventos escolares, amistades, logros y momentos cotidianos que hicieron este año tan especial. Este recuerdo cuenta nuestra historia y celebra todo lo que nos llena de orgullo en Lamar.
💲 $75
📲 Escanee el código QR para ordenar
💳 Plan de pagos disponible
⏳ Cantidades limitadas
No pierda la oportunidad de obtener un recuerdo duradero de la historia de Lamar. Asegure su anuario hoy y conserve estos recuerdos por muchos años.
#LamarLions #Yearbook2025 #RecuerdosParaSiempre #OrgulloLamar
We’re excited to officially announce M.B. Lamar Middle School’s 2026 Prom!
📍 Location: Paseo Real
📅 Date: May 8, 2026
🎬 Theme: A Night on the Red Carpet
This special event is for M.B. Lamar Middle School students and will give our kiddos a chance to enjoy a fun, festive night as they walk the red carpet in style.
💳 Payment information will be provided soon, so please stay tuned for more details.
We’re looking forward to a memorable and exciting evening! 🌟🦁
📍 Location: Paseo Real
📅 Date: May 8, 2026
🎬 Theme: A Night on the Red Carpet
This special event is for M.B. Lamar Middle School students and will give our kiddos a chance to enjoy a fun, festive night as they walk the red carpet in style.
💳 Payment information will be provided soon, so please stay tuned for more details.
We’re looking forward to a memorable and exciting evening! 🌟🦁
Huge congratulations to Elida Lopez and Alyssa Castaneda for representing M. B. Lamar MS and all of Laredo at the TMEA Region 14 Choir Concert 🎶✨
This is an incredible honor and a true testament to their talent, dedication, and hard work. We are so proud of you both for shining on such a prestigious stage and representing our school community so beautifully 💚
We are incredibly proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our M. B. Lamar students at the Tech Expo!
Our Robotics Team, made up of Allison Salinas, Ruben Loreto, and Steven Rubio, earned 1st Place for their impressive work and innovation.
In Coding App Creation, Alberto Garza, Lizeth Lozano, Andrew Martinez, and Rafael Martinez earned 3rd Place.
In Digital Artwork, Sephora Alvarez earned 1st Place, and Sophia Cuevas earned 2nd Place. Sophia was also named the Tech Expo Drawing Contest Winner, and her winning design was featured on all middle school Tech Expo shirts.
In Video Production, Zoey Gonzalez earned 1st Place, and in Digital Animation, Venice Gonzalez earned 2nd Place.
Additionally, our Coding Team, made up of Gianna Guzman, Rodolfo Gonzalez, and Alberto Garza, competed against other middle schools and earned 1st Place overall.
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our sponsors Ms. M. L. Garcia and Ms. Trujillo. And a mega thank you to Ms. S. Garza, Ms. M. Martinez, Ms. Loranca, Mr. Guerra, Mr. Villalon, Ms. C. Garcia, and Ms. M. L. Garcia’s family, as well as the parents who assisted and supported our students at the booth on the day of the event.
Thank you as well to the administrators, teachers, and staff of M. B. Lamar for your continued support of our students and technology program. Congratulations to all of our amazing students for representing Lamar with pride!
Congratulations to our amazing, wonderful, and truly awesome teacher, Ms. Valdez 🎉🍎✨
She was recognized by the district for being the most consistent user of Nearpod at the middle school level.👏💻
Nearpod is an interactive instructional platform that allows teachers to deliver lessons in real time while actively engaging every student through polls, activities, videos, and formative assessments 📊🎥🧠
This achievement speaks volumes about Ms. Valdez’s commitment to innovative teaching and educational technology 🚀📚 By consistently using Nearpod, she creates a classroom where students are engaged, supported, and excited to learn every single day 🌟🙌
We are so proud of you, Ms. Valdez, and incredibly grateful for the positive impact you make on your students and our campus 💚🏫
🎉 Burger King Family Night is Back! 🍔
Make dinner easy and support M.B. Lamar Middle School at the same time. Join us for Burger King Family Night on Tuesday, January 20 from 3:00–8:00 PM at Burger King, 1419 Guadalupe.
✨ 15% of all sales will be donated to our school when you mention M.B. Lamar Middle School or present the flyer.
🏆 Plus, the 2nd period class with the most participation will win a hamburger party.
Bring your family, enjoy a great meal, and help support our Lions. We hope to see you there! 🦁💚
Check out our monthly newsletter and calendar for the month of January!
📘✨ Report Card Day is Here! M.B. Lamar Middle School 🦁
It’s time to celebrate our students’ hard work! 🎉
Report cards will be ready for pickup on Wednesday, January 14th in the Front Office.
⏰ Pickup Times:
🕣 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
🕧 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Parents who would like to connect with their child’s team teachers will receive information on how to request a conference when they pick up report cards.
We can’t wait to see you. Thank you for supporting our Lamar Lions! 💚🦁
📘✨ ¡Llegó el Día de Entrega de Boletas! M.B. Lamar Middle School 🦁
¡Es momento de celebrar el esfuerzo y dedicación de nuestros estudiantes! 🎉
Las boletas de calificaciones estarán listas para recoger el miércoles 14 de enero en la Oficina Principal.
⏰ Horarios de recogida:
🕣 8:30 a. m. – 11:30 a. m.
🕧 12:30 p. m. – 3:30 p. m.
Los padres que deseen comunicarse con los maestros del equipo de su hijo(a) recibirán información para solicitar una conferencia al momento de recoger las boletas.
¡Los esperamos! Gracias por apoyar a nuestros Leones de Lamar 💚🦁
It’s time to celebrate our students’ hard work! 🎉
Report cards will be ready for pickup on Wednesday, January 14th in the Front Office.
⏰ Pickup Times:
🕣 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
🕧 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Parents who would like to connect with their child’s team teachers will receive information on how to request a conference when they pick up report cards.
We can’t wait to see you. Thank you for supporting our Lamar Lions! 💚🦁
📘✨ ¡Llegó el Día de Entrega de Boletas! M.B. Lamar Middle School 🦁
¡Es momento de celebrar el esfuerzo y dedicación de nuestros estudiantes! 🎉
Las boletas de calificaciones estarán listas para recoger el miércoles 14 de enero en la Oficina Principal.
⏰ Horarios de recogida:
🕣 8:30 a. m. – 11:30 a. m.
🕧 12:30 p. m. – 3:30 p. m.
Los padres que deseen comunicarse con los maestros del equipo de su hijo(a) recibirán información para solicitar una conferencia al momento de recoger las boletas.
¡Los esperamos! Gracias por apoyar a nuestros Leones de Lamar 💚🦁
Welcome back, Lions. 🦁💚
We hope everyone had a restful break. Classes resume on January 12, 2026, and we are excited to welcome our students back to campus, ready to learn and grow together.
Let’s start the new semester strong and make it a great one at M.B. Lamar Middle School. 💪📚
We’ll see you soon, Lions.
Oh, how quickly time flies! While we loved knowing you were all relaxing, the amazing winter break is officially coming to a close! 😭➡️🤩
We truly hope every student, every staff member, and every member of our wonderful community had an incredible time recharging, relaxing, and making beautiful, cozy memories with loved ones. You all deserve that much-needed rest! 😴
We have missed your energy and the wonderful spirit you bring to our hallways! Our campus feels quiet without you, and we are counting down the minutes until we hear the laughter and see the learning begin again!
🗓️ School Resumes on:
MONDAY, JANUARY 12th
Please make sure those backpacks are packed and those alarms are set! Let's jump into the new semester ready to shine! We simply cannot wait to see you all back on campus! Get ready for a fabulous year ahead! 🚀📚
¡Ay, qué rápido pasa el tiempo! Aunque nos encantó saber que todos estaban descansando, ¡las increíbles vacaciones de invierno están llegando oficialmente a su fin! 😭➡️🤩
¡Esperamos de corazón que cada estudiante, cada miembro del personal y cada miembro de nuestra maravillosa comunidad haya tenido un tiempo increíble para recargar energías, relajarse y crear recuerdos hermosos y acogedores con sus seres queridos! ¡Todos merecen ese descanso tan necesario! 😴
¡Hemos extrañado su energía y el maravilloso espíritu que traen a nuestros pasillos! Nuestro campus se siente tranquilo sin ustedes, ¡y estamos contando los minutos para escuchar las risas y ver cómo comienza el aprendizaje de nuevo!
🗓️ La Escuela Se Reanuda el:
LUNES, 12 DE ENERO
¡Por favor, asegúrense de que esas mochilas estén listas y esas alarmas estén configuradas! ¡Saltemos al nuevo semestre listos para brillar! ¡Simplemente no podemos esperar a verlos a todos de vuelta en el campus! ¡Prepárense para un año fabuloso! 🚀📚
🦁 Happy New Year, M. B. Lamar LIONS!
The entire M. B. Lamar Administration and Staff wish our roaring students, dedicated staff, community members and supportive families a truly Happy and Successful New Year!
We hope your holidays were filled with rest and cheer! It’s time to get ready to ROAR into 2026!
Important Reminder: School resumes on Monday, January 12th! We can't wait to see our M. B. Lamar Lions back on campus.
Let’s make this the best semester yet! See you soon, Lions! 🌟
¡Feliz Año Nuevo, Leones de M. B. Lamar! 🦁
¡Toda la Administración y el Personal de M. B. Lamar les desean a nuestros rugientes estudiantes, personal dedicado y familias un Feliz y Exitoso Año Nuevo!
¡Esperamos que sus vacaciones hayan estado llenas de descanso y alegría! ¡Es hora de prepararse para RUGIR en el 2026!
Recordatorio Importante: La escuela se reanuda el lunes 12 de enero! Estamos ansiosos por dar la bienvenida a nuestros Leones de M. B. Lamar de vuelta al campus.
¡Hagamos de este el mejor semestre hasta ahora! ¡Nos vemos pronto, Leones! 🌟
The entire M. B. Lamar Administration and Staff wish our roaring students, dedicated staff, community members and supportive families a truly Happy and Successful New Year!
We hope your holidays were filled with rest and cheer! It’s time to get ready to ROAR into 2026!
Important Reminder: School resumes on Monday, January 12th! We can't wait to see our M. B. Lamar Lions back on campus.
Let’s make this the best semester yet! See you soon, Lions! 🌟
¡Feliz Año Nuevo, Leones de M. B. Lamar! 🦁
¡Toda la Administración y el Personal de M. B. Lamar les desean a nuestros rugientes estudiantes, personal dedicado y familias un Feliz y Exitoso Año Nuevo!
¡Esperamos que sus vacaciones hayan estado llenas de descanso y alegría! ¡Es hora de prepararse para RUGIR en el 2026!
Recordatorio Importante: La escuela se reanuda el lunes 12 de enero! Estamos ansiosos por dar la bienvenida a nuestros Leones de M. B. Lamar de vuelta al campus.
¡Hagamos de este el mejor semestre hasta ahora! ¡Nos vemos pronto, Leones! 🌟
