Board honors students for state and regional competitions

WESLACO ISD Board of Trustees · April 20, 2026

Summary

The WESLACO ISD board recognized students and coaches for recent successes at state/regional science fairs, UIL music and athletics; multiple schools and programs were acknowledged and photographed.

Trustees and district staff honored numerous students for state and regional achievements across academic, fine arts and athletic competitions. The board recognized an advancing group to the 2026 Texas State Engineering Science Fair, naming Sophia Gonzalez as a second-place winner in robotics and noting cash awards; it also acknowledged UIL solo/ensemble qualifiers, band and orchestra accomplishments, a national championship for the Starlets drill team, and district athletic champions.

Superintendent and trustees offered congratulations and thanks to coaches, sponsors and parents. "Even though we're losing students, the principals are doing a very very good job with the ADA," Superintendent Dr. Richard Ria said while praising campus work keeping students enrolled and engaged; the board paused for photos and public recognition.

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