Laredo ISD introduces RISE Academy to continue services for students with disabilities
Aug 26, 2026
Laredo Independent School District unveiled the RISE Academy, a campus offering vocational labs and follow‑on services for students with disabilities who have completed high‑school graduation requirements but still need IEP supports. Enrollment is through students' LAZ High School counselors.
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Presenter (S1) announced that the Laredo Independent School District has opened the RISE Academy, describing it as a program "for students with disabilities who have completed their requirements for high school graduation, but need additional services to complete their individual education program." The academy is designed to provide continued support so students can finish their Individual Education Program (IEP) while developing job‑related skills.
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