Michael S. Ryan Elementary School

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. 🎈🌈

Get ready to soar! 🪁 We have an exciting day planned for our littlest learners as we kick off a week of fun.
Here is everything you need to know about the upcoming events for our ECC (Pre-K & Kinder) students on Monday:

🎭 Morning: One Act Play
Our students will enjoy a special live presentation by the talented Lamar Middle School One Act Play cast!

🚗 Afternoon: Family Parade
When: Monday, March 30, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM

👕 What to Wear
To make the day even more magical, kids are encouraged to dress as their favorite character or wear a favorite character shirt.

🌟 Celebrating Excellence for March! 🌟
Let's give a massive cheer for the March Students of the Month and our exceptional Bilingual Scholars!
Your dedication in the classroom, your positive attitudes, and your pursuit of academic growth are an inspiration to all of us at Ryan Elementary. Thank you for setting such a great example!
We are so proud to watch our students achieve greatness! Go Bobcats! 🐾

🏁 ANOTHER BIG WIN! 🏁 Our esports team had a fantastic showing today against DD Hachar! Our students showed incredible focus and coordination behind the wheel, finishing the race with a final score of 108–32. We are so proud of how well these competitors represented our school. Seeing their practice and teamwork pay off on the track is wonderful! A huge thank you to all the parents and families for cheering them on. It’s great to see our students excelling in such a fun and competitive environment. Next stop: Alma Pierce on Monday, March 30th! 🏆

🎮 RYAN ELEMENTARY TAKES THE WIN! 🎮 Our esports team just leveled up! Today, Ryan Elementary faced off against JC Martin in our second intramural game of the season, and it was a total thriller. In a match that came down to the wire, our students showed incredible teamwork and focus, pulling ahead to finish with a 80-76 victory! 🏆 We are so proud of how our players represented our school today with great skill and sportsmanship. Congratulations to the whole team for keeping the momentum going—onward to game three, happening Wednesday, March 25th! 🚀✨

🍟 No Dinner Plans Tomorrow? Join Us for McTeacher Night! 🍎 Heads up, parents! There will be no after-school tutorials tomorrow because our teachers are heading over to McDonald’s for our big fundraiser night! Instead of staying late in the classroom, our staff will be on-site at McDonald’s to greet students, hand out orders, and help raise money for our school. Come by, skip the cooking, and help us reach our fundraising goal!

🐾 Big Day for our Brilliant Bobcats! 🐾 Today, our gifted and talented (GT) students took center stage for their GT Showcase, and we are bursting with pride! These young innovators have spent months researching, creating, and perfecting projects that truly highlight their hard work and creativity. The room was filled with excitement as students shared their deep dives into: • ✨ Pursuits of Passion: From complex hobbies to future career dreams. • 🦁 Extraordinary Animals: A look at the wonders of the natural world. • 📜 Historical Figures: Bringing the stories of past legends to life. • 🎤 Pop Culture Icons: Exploring the stars who shape our world today. Watching our Bobcats present with such confidence and expertise was the highlight of our day. Thank you to the families and teachers who supported these scholars on their journey of discovery! Check out some of the highlights from today’s showcase below! 👇

🏆 VICTORY LANE FOR THE BOBCATS! 🏎️💨 We are so excited to celebrate a momentous occasion for Laredo ISD as our elementary schools officially join the world of Esports! Our Bobcats had a fantastic time today in a friendly intramural Mario Kart 8 Deluxe match against Zachry, finishing with a wonderful score of 113 to 43. While we are proud of the win, we are even more moved by the teamwork and joy our students displayed on the track. A huge thank you to our coach, Mr. Munoz, for preparing the team and to our DLS, Ms. Moreno, for ensuring the games ran smoothly! We can’t wait to keep this momentum going as we look forward to our next match this Monday against JC Martin. 🏎️💨

🐾 Calling all Bobcat Families! 🐾 Skip the cooking on March 24th and head over to support our school! Join us for McTeacher Night and see your favorite Ryan Elementary teachers trading their whiteboards for BigMacs! 📍 Where: McDonald’s (2101 Saunders) 📅 When: Tuesday, March 24 ⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM A portion of all proceeds during these hours goes directly back to Ryan Elementary. Every meal helps our Bobcats! 🍪 The Great Cookie Challenge 🍪 We have an extra challenge to see which class has the most spirit (and the biggest sweet tooth!): 1. Buy a box of cookies for $6 (+ tax). 2. Save your receipt OR post a photo of your cookies to ClassDojo. 3. The class with the most boxes purchased wins a PIZZA PARTY! 🍕 Let’s fill the restaurant with Bobcat pride! See you there! 💙🐾🍔