Michael S. Ryan Elementary School

🏀 CHAMPIONSHIP BOUND! 🏀 Let's hear it for our amazing 3rd Grade Bobcats! These athletes have worked hard all season, and now it’s time for the ultimate showdown. We need the Ryan Elementary family to show up loud and proud to cheer them on to victory! 🐾💪 🗓️ THE DETAILS • WHO: Ryan Elementary Bobcats vs. Elite Zebras • WHEN: Tomorrow, Wednesday, May 6, 2026 • TIME: 8:00 PM • WHERE: LBV Boys Club

👑 A Feast Fit for the Protectors of the Realm! 👑 The bells rang at Ryan Elementary today, but not for battle—for a feast! A massive THANK YOU to Commissioner Ana Galo and Commissioner John Galo for sponsoring today's teacher appreciation lunch. Because of your generosity, our "Night’s Watch" (and day watch!) enjoyed a legendary spread from Suarez Restaurant. In the quest to educate the future leaders of the Seven Kingdoms, a meal like this is exactly what our North needs to stay strong.

MEETING LOCATION HAS BEEN CHANGED TO THE GYM (Parking and entrance will be on the side of the school) Calling all future Bobcat Cheerleaders! 💜🐾 Tryouts are right around the corner— If you’re ready to build confidence, learn new skills, and be part of something special, we’d love to have you! All interested incoming 3rd–5th graders must attend the mandatory parent meeting to be eligible to try out. We can’t wait to see you there! 🐾

🏀 BOBCATS PLAYOFF SCHEDULE 🏀 Come out and support our 2nd and 3rd grade teams! Here is where you need to be: 🗓️ TONIGHT: Monday, May 4th ✅ 3rd Grade Team ⏰ 6:30 PM 📍 3900 Los Presidentes 🗓️ Wednesday, May 6th ✅ 2nd Grade Team ⏰ 6:30 PM 📍 NW Boys Club (4500 Old Santa Maria Road) 🗓️ Saturday, May 9th ✅ 2nd Grade Team ⏰ 1:45 PM 📍 NW Boys Club (4500 Old Santa Maria Road) Let’s fill the stands and bring the noise! 📣💜

Happy Principal’s Day to the leader of the pack! 🐾💜 Today we are celebrating Dr. Alberto Resendez for his incredible dedication to Michael S. Ryan Elementary. Being a Bobcat means inspiring excellence in everyone, and Dr. Resendez goes above and beyond every single day to support our students, staff, and community.

Save the date, Bobcats! 🐾 It’s almost time to celebrate all the hard work and amazing achievements our students have reached this year at M. S. Ryan Elementary. Check out the schedule below to find your student's award ceremony time. We can't wait to see you there! 🎓💜 📅 Award Ceremony Schedule Tuesday, May 12, 2026 • Pre-K 3 & Pre-K 4: 8:30 am • 1st Grade: 10:00 am • 2nd Grade: 1:00 pm Wednesday, May 13, 2026 • 3rd Grade: 8:30 am • 4th Grade: 10:00 am Thursday, May 14, 2026 • Kinder Graduation: 9:00 am • 5th Grade: 1:00 pm

🐲 Teacher Appreciation Week is coming to M.S. Ryan Elementary! 🐲 From May 4th to May 8th, we’re honoring our incredible teachers with a week of treats and thanks. Check out our flyer to see our daily themes! 📜✨ Whether it’s a "Smart Cookie" on Monday or a flower on Thursday, let’s show our teachers they are the true MVPs of the realm. 🛡️

It’s time to gear up for another amazing year at Ryan Elementary! Registration for the 2026-2027 school year is OPEN.
Whether your student is returning or joining our pack for the first time, we want to make sure you’re all set for the fall.

📲 How to Register:
- Simply scan the QR code on the flyer to register from the comfort of your home.
- Need a Helping Hand? Our friendly office staff is here to help! Come visit us if you need assistance with the process.

🏫 Office Assistance Hours:
Monday – Friday
Morning: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Afternoon: 1:30 PM – 4:15 PM
Note: The office is closed for lunch between 12:00 PM and 1:30 PM.

Don't wait until the summer rush—let's get those Bobcats registered today! 💙🎒

Let’s hear a huge congratulations for some incredible members of our team! We are beyond proud to announce our 2025-2026 Staff Award Winners. These educators and professionals go above and beyond every single day for our students and our school. Please join us in celebrating: 🍎 Patricia Ramos – Teacher of the Year ⭐ Adriana Benavides – Golden Apple Award 🌟 Graciela Perez – Paraprofessional of the Year 📂 Judith Munoz – Clerical Paraprofessional of the Year Thank you all for your dedication, your heart, and your unwavering commitment to excellence at Michael S. Ryan Elementary. We are so lucky to have you in our corner!

Calling all future Bobcat Cheerleaders! 💜🐾 Tryouts are right around the corner— If you’re ready to build confidence, learn new skills, and be part of something special, we’d love to have you! All interested incoming 3rd–5th graders must attend the mandatory parent meeting to be eligible to try out. We can’t wait to see you there! 🐾 For more information, please contact Coach Gutierrez at vmgutierrez@laredoisd.org

We are bursting with pride for our incredible students who represented Ryan Elementary at the District GT Showcase this week! 🌟

These students have been working diligently right in their classrooms, turning their curiosity into incredible independent research and creative masterpieces. Seeing that classroom hard work transition to the district stage was a testament to their dedication and "Bobcat Bold" spirit.

A huge thank you to:
✨Our brilliant students for your passion and deep-dive discoveries.
✨Our amazing classroom teachers for fostering an environment where big ideas can grow.
✨The families who supported these projects from start to finish.

You all represented our school with excellence and creativity! We can’t wait to see how you continue to change the world, one big idea at a time. 🚀💡

🐾 Celebrating Our Remarkable Leaders!
This week, Ryan Elementary joined schools across the country in celebrating National Assistant Principal Week, and we couldn't let it pass without giving a massive shout-out to our very own dynamic duo!

A huge Bobcat Thank You to:

Mrs. Veronica L. Ramos

Ms. Karla M. Ramirez

From ensuring our hallways are safe to supporting our teachers and cheering on every single student, these two leaders are the heart and soul of our campus. Their dedication, grace, and "Bobcat Pride" make Ryan Elementary a better place to learn and grow every single day.

We are so lucky to have you on our team! 💜🤍🩶

Last week was National Library Week, and we couldn’t let it pass without celebrating the amazing duo that keeps the heart of Ryan Elementary beating! 📚✨

A huge THANK YOU to our wonderful librarian, Ms. Lerma, and our dedicated library aide, Mrs. Meza. From finding the perfect book for a curious reader to keeping our shelves organized and our imaginations growing, these two go above and beyond every single day for our Bobcats.

We are so lucky to have you sparking a love for reading in our school!

🚀 Power up for Movie Day! 🌟 Attention Pre-K and Kinder parents! Our youngest students are in for a galactic treat this week as we celebrate their hard work and "Watch Us Soar" spirit. 🎬 The Main Event • What: A special screening of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie! • When: Friday, April 3rd • Who: Exclusively for our Pre-K & Kinder students. 👕 What to Wear Don't forget to have your little ones wear their new "Soaring High At Ryan" purple shirt to show their school pride! It’s going to be an out-of-this-world Day 5! We can't wait to see all that purple in the hallways. 🌈✨

🐣🐰Hello Parents and Guardians, Please take note of our upcoming schedule changes as we head into the weekend. We hope you have a safe and wonderful holiday! 🌷Friday, April 3rd: Early Release Students will be dismissed early tomorrow at the following times: • Elementary Schools: 1:00 PM • Middle Schools: 1:30 PM • High Schools: 1:45 PM 🌷Monday, April 6th: No Classes There will be no school for students on Monday. Staff and students will be away for the extended weekend. 🌷Tuesday, April 7th: Classes Resume Regularly scheduled classes and bus routes will resume for all students on Tuesday, April 7th. Have a beautiful Spring weekend!

The LISD Office of Communications kindly request your support for our upcoming Annual Belle of the Ball Prom Program. As we prepare for this special occasion, we are collecting formal and semiformal gowns for our young ladies and Tuxedos and sports coats and ties for our young men to provide them with memorable attire for their prom night.

If you have any gently used formal or semiformal dresses, Tuxedos and sports coats and ties that you would like to donate, we would be immensely grateful for your contribution. Your generosity will directly impact the lives of our students and help make their prom experience truly unforgettable.

🏎️💨 Double Victory Week for Our Esports Stars! What a week on the track! Our esports team brought the heat and the shells, securing two back-to-back wins in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe! 🏆 🏁 The Highlights: • Monday: We faced off against Alma Pierce Elementary and took the checkered flag! Our racers showed incredible strategy and speed to secure the first win of the week. • Today: The momentum continued as we went head-to-head with Kawas Elementary. Our team navigated every shortcut and dodged every Blue Shell to bring home another massive "W"! 🌟 MVP Energy From perfectly timed drifts to expert item management, our players demonstrated amazing teamwork and sportsmanship in both matches. We couldn't be prouder of how they represented our school on the digital circuit! A huge shoutout to our Coach, Mr. Munoz and bobcat family who cheered us on from the sidelines. Keep those engines revving, team! We’re just getting started. 🚦✨

🏃‍♂️ Watch Us Soar! 🏃‍♀️ Calling all our Pre-K and Kinder families! Get ready for a high-energy day of fun and friendship on Thursday, April 2nd. We have an amazing lineup of activities planned for our little ones! 🗓️ Event Schedule: • Morning: We’re kicking things off with a Color Fun Run! Students will get colorful as they race and play. • Afternoon: We’ll slow things down with a relaxing Bubbles and Chalk Picnic. 🫧🖍️ 🎒 What to Bring & Wear: • The Outfit: Please have your student wear a white t-shirt, sunglasses, and a cap. 🧢🕶️ • The Snacks: Don’t forget to pack a personal snack for your student to enjoy during our afternoon picnic. We can't wait to see our youngest students soaring! ✈️💙

🚨WE'RE AT LAMAR MIDDLE SCHOOL! REMINDER: OPEN TO ALL LISD SCHOOLS 🚨Registration season is here! Laredo ISD is hosting an Online Registration Fair for the 2026–2027 school year, and we’re here to help every step of the way. Join us for an evening of support, guidance, and easy enrollment for your child.

📍 M.B. Lamar Middle School
📅 Wednesday, April 1, 2026
⏰ 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
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🚨ESTAMOS EN LA ESCUELA SECUNDARIA LAMAR! RECORDATORIO: ABIERTO PARA TODAS LAS ESCUELAS DE LISD 🚨 ¡La temporada de inscripciones ya llegó! Laredo ISD estará llevando a cabo su Feria de Inscripción en Línea para el ciclo escolar 2026–2027, y estamos aquí para ayudarte en cada paso del proceso. Acompáñanos para recibir apoyo, orientación y completar la inscripción de tu hijo(a) de manera fácil y rápida.

📍 M.B. Lamar Middle School
📅 Miércoles, 1 de abril de 2026
⏰ 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

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🐾 Watch Us Soar, Ryan Bobcats! 🐾

It’s Week of the Young Child, and our littlest learners are taking flight! We are so excited for our Day 2 celebration. Here is everything you need to know for our upcoming adventure:

🌟 All Star Kids' Day Field Trip 🌟
💜Who: Pre-K & Kinder Students ONLY
💜When: Tuesday, March 31, 2026
💜Time: 7:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

👕 What to Wear:
To make sure we are safe, comfortable, and showing our school spirit, please dress your student in:
💜Their purple “Soaring High” t-shirt
💜Comfortable jeans
💜Tennis shoes (ready for movement!)

We can’t wait to see our ECC Bobcats "Soaring High" tomorrow! Let’s make it a day to remember. 🎈🌈