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RGCCISD Alum Encourages Students to Reach for Stars

1995 Rio Grande City High School Alum Juan Carlos Salinas with seniors from Grulla High School. 

Grulla Fish Ready to Dive Into Big Pond

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Just three months ago Grulla students wrapped up their middle school work, turning in that last paper or test. That triggered the start of a new chapter in their lives – they became “fish”. Why fish? It’s a nickname commonly used across the United States to refer to incoming high school freshmen who are new fish in a big pond. And just like their counterparts in nature, with a little help and instinct, will learn to navigate the system, grow and become models for other young fish in the future.

The 241 fish of the Grulla High Class of 2016 took the first big dive into that new pond by attending Fish Camp, otherwise known as Freshmen Orientation, at Grulla High School in mid-August. They met Principal Joel Trigo Jr., as well as members of the school’s administrative and counseling team.

Gonzalez Retires from RGCCISD Police and Security Dept.

After 15 years of service to the Rio Grande City CISD as a Security Officer, Gonzalez has officially retired.  Chief Hernan Garza presented Gonzalez with plaque for his hard work and devotion to his job. He has been married to Angelica for 44 years and has four children; Olga, Lilia, Edna and Jose Israel. With some free time on his hands Gonzalez plans to do some traveling. One of his first stops will be at South Padre Island with his brothers and sisters. He also enjoys hunting and plans to spend some time doing just that on his ranch.

New Freshmen Welcomed to Rattler Country

Rio Grande City High School principal Adolfo Pena addresses the new freshmen.

Alvarado Recognized for his Longtime Outstanding of Service

 Rogerio "Chief" Alvarado was recently presented a plaque for his 26 years of service to the Rio Grande City CISD as a Security Officer. Chief Hernan Garza conducted the presentation and gave Alvarado a plaque in appreciation of his loyalty to his job. He has been married to Bertha for 19 years and has two sons; Feliciano and Roberto. After his retirement, Alvarado plans to take it easy for a while but then he plans to look for a part-time job. He also has a love of sports and hopes to attend more sports events. Alvarado enjoys hunting and fishing and will have some free time to enjoy his hobbies.

RGCCISD Faculty, Staff Assembly Sets Tone for 2012-2013 Academic Year

Caption for Photo: Rio Grande City CISD educators kick off the 2012-2013 school year with much anticipation and excitement of what this new year will bring. Central office administrators selected "Go for the Gold" as this year's theme and principals are ready to do whatever it takes to reach Olympic victory. Pictured are educators from throughout the district.

RGCCISD Security and Police Dept. Recognizes Alcazar's Years of Service

Rio Grande City CISD Security and Police department recently recognized Fermin "Frank" Alcazar for his 15 years of service to the district as he retires from his post. Chief Hernan Garza presented Alcazar with a plaque for his hard work and dedication as a Security Officer. He has been married with Thelma for 16 years and has a son named Frankie that lives in Houston, Texas. Savannah who is 13 years old is his granddaughter who he is extremely proud of and who brings him much joy. When asked what he would like to do now that he is retired he states," I have a lot of work to do around the house." Alcazar will have plenty of time not only to do that work around the house but also to dedicate time to his family and the hobbies he truly enjoys such as hunting and fishing.

New School Year, No Limits at VMS

Students work on a map of the United States in Dilia Garza’s history class at RGCCISD’s Veterans Middle School.

Local Band Director Inducted into Texas Bandmasters Association Hall of Fame

Local resident, Alfredo “Al” Cortinas, has been named to the Bandmaster’s Hall of Fame by the Alpha Chapter of Phi Beta Mu, an international school bandmaster fraternity. He was honored at the Texas Bandmasters Association Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on July 22 in San Antonio.

He is the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Selso and Beatriz Cortinas from Taft, Texas. He comes from a family of four sisters and two brothers. He was educated in the town’s school system where he graduated from Taft High School in 1965. Al’s father loved music and played guitar with local groups. This love of music was transferred to his family and Al joined the band in the sixth grade. His beginning band director was Mr. Fred Rotzler who taught him to play saxophone.

RGCCISD August 2012 Newsletter

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