The Brownsville Independent School District is excited to announce new leadership appointments within the district’s business operations, demonstrating our ongoing commitment to effective management and financial stewardship. Please join us in welcoming:
💠Lyzeth Alaffa as Director of Finance
💠Delia Rodriguez as Director of Procurement Services
💠Cindy Paz as Emergency Management Coordinator
These talented professionals bring valuable expertise to their roles, helping us strengthen our district’s infrastructure and continue providing a supportive environment for our students and staff.
💠Lyzeth Alaffa as Director of Finance
💠Delia Rodriguez as Director of Procurement Services
💠Cindy Paz as Emergency Management Coordinator
These talented professionals bring valuable expertise to their roles, helping us strengthen our district’s infrastructure and continue providing a supportive environment for our students and staff.
Charro Day's Program Schedule
🎉💃 Fiesta Folklórica 2026 – Free Community Event! 💃🎉
Join us on Monday, February 23 at 6:30 p.m. at Sams Memorial Stadium for an evening filled with vibrant culture, music, and dance! Admission is FREE.
Enjoy pre-show entertainment at 6:00 p.m. featuring Estudiantina groups from Lopez and Veterans Memorial ECHS, followed by spectacular folklórico performances by students from El Jardin, Burns, Ortiz, Pullam, Benavides, Skinner, and Champion Elementary.
Come celebrate tradition and community with Brownsville ISD! In case of inclement weather, the event will be held Tuesday, February 24 at 6:00 p.m.
Join us on Monday, February 23 at 6:30 p.m. at Sams Memorial Stadium for an evening filled with vibrant culture, music, and dance! Admission is FREE.
Enjoy pre-show entertainment at 6:00 p.m. featuring Estudiantina groups from Lopez and Veterans Memorial ECHS, followed by spectacular folklórico performances by students from El Jardin, Burns, Ortiz, Pullam, Benavides, Skinner, and Champion Elementary.
Come celebrate tradition and community with Brownsville ISD! In case of inclement weather, the event will be held Tuesday, February 24 at 6:00 p.m.
🎉💃 Join Us for the 6th Annual Mini Fiesta! 💃🎉
Celebrate Charro Days with us on Wednesday, February 25th at the BISD Administration Building Parking Lot! Enjoy vibrant performances by our talented BISD Fiesta Folklorica dancers representing El Jardin, Burns, Ortiz, Pullam, Benavides, Skinner, and Champion Elementary.
Performances begin at 9:30 a.m. — come out and experience the music, culture, and tradition that make this celebration so special!
#MiniFiesta #CharroDays2026 #BISDproud #CommunityCelebration #Folklorico
Celebrate Charro Days with us on Wednesday, February 25th at the BISD Administration Building Parking Lot! Enjoy vibrant performances by our talented BISD Fiesta Folklorica dancers representing El Jardin, Burns, Ortiz, Pullam, Benavides, Skinner, and Champion Elementary.
Performances begin at 9:30 a.m. — come out and experience the music, culture, and tradition that make this celebration so special!
#MiniFiesta #CharroDays2026 #BISDproud #CommunityCelebration #Folklorico
🎉 Charro Days 2026 – Early Dismissal Reminder! 🎉
In celebration of Charro Days and the Children’s Parade, Brownsville ISD will follow an early dismissal schedule on Thursday, February 26:
🕚 Middle Schools – 11:45 a.m.
🕛 Elementary Schools – 12:15 p.m.
🕐 Early College High Schools – 1:00 p.m.
The Children’s Parade begins at 2:30 p.m. featuring folkloric dances, colorful costumes, floats, and bands. The parade will be streamed LIVE on BISD’s Facebook page and KBSD’s Vimeo page.
All district offices and campuses will be closed Friday, February 27, with regular operations resuming Monday, March 2.
Join us as we celebrate tradition, culture, and community! 🎊
In celebration of Charro Days and the Children’s Parade, Brownsville ISD will follow an early dismissal schedule on Thursday, February 26:
🕚 Middle Schools – 11:45 a.m.
🕛 Elementary Schools – 12:15 p.m.
🕐 Early College High Schools – 1:00 p.m.
The Children’s Parade begins at 2:30 p.m. featuring folkloric dances, colorful costumes, floats, and bands. The parade will be streamed LIVE on BISD’s Facebook page and KBSD’s Vimeo page.
All district offices and campuses will be closed Friday, February 27, with regular operations resuming Monday, March 2.
Join us as we celebrate tradition, culture, and community! 🎊
🎉 2026 Children’s Parade Grand Marshal Announced! 🎉
Brownsville ISD proudly honors Cesar Mascorro as the 2026 Children’s Parade Grand Marshal. A proud Brownsville native and Hanna High School graduate, Mascorro dedicated 30 years to BISD as an assistant and head band director, leaving a lasting impact on generations of students. Known as “The Voice of the Hanna Band,” he continues to inspire through his support of music education and the arts in our community.
Join us in celebrating his legacy of service, leadership, and commitment to student success! 🎺👏
Brownsville ISD proudly honors Cesar Mascorro as the 2026 Children’s Parade Grand Marshal. A proud Brownsville native and Hanna High School graduate, Mascorro dedicated 30 years to BISD as an assistant and head band director, leaving a lasting impact on generations of students. Known as “The Voice of the Hanna Band,” he continues to inspire through his support of music education and the arts in our community.
Join us in celebrating his legacy of service, leadership, and commitment to student success! 🎺👏
Valentine's Days Pictures - Friday, February 13th.
Congratulations to our Board Secretary, Ms. Minerva Peña, on receiving the Legacy Award from the South Texas School Board Association in recognition of her dedicated service to our district!
📅 2026-2027 Instructional Calendar Approved
At this evening’s Board Meeting, the Brownsville ISD Board of Trustees officially approved the instructional calendar for the 2026–2027 academic year.
At this evening’s Board Meeting, the Brownsville ISD Board of Trustees officially approved the instructional calendar for the 2026–2027 academic year.
✨ Celebrating Excellence: Brownsville ISD Honored on 2025 Texas Honor Roll
We are proud to announce that 19 Brownsville ISD campuses have been named to the 2025 Texas Honor Roll by Educational Results Partnership (ERP), a nonprofit organization that recognizes high-performing schools across the state.
This achievement reflects the hard work of our students, teachers, staff, and families. We’re proud of the incredible work happening across Brownsville ISD every day!
Congratulations to our students, educators, staff, and administrators whose dedication continues to make BISD The Best Choice!
⭐Veterans Memorial Early College High School
⭐Stillman Middle School
⭐Manzano Middle School
⭐Benavides Elementary
⭐Breeden Elementary
⭐Brite Elementary
⭐Burns Elementary
⭐Gallegos Elementary
⭐Garden Park Elementary
⭐Garza at Southmost Elementary
⭐Gonzalez Elementary
⭐Hudson Elementary
⭐Martin Elementary
⭐Ortiz Elementary
⭐Paredes Elementary
⭐Peña Elementary
⭐Pullam Elementary
⭐Sharp Elementary
⭐Yturria Elementary
We are proud to announce that 19 Brownsville ISD campuses have been named to the 2025 Texas Honor Roll by Educational Results Partnership (ERP), a nonprofit organization that recognizes high-performing schools across the state.
This achievement reflects the hard work of our students, teachers, staff, and families. We’re proud of the incredible work happening across Brownsville ISD every day!
Congratulations to our students, educators, staff, and administrators whose dedication continues to make BISD The Best Choice!
⭐Veterans Memorial Early College High School
⭐Stillman Middle School
⭐Manzano Middle School
⭐Benavides Elementary
⭐Breeden Elementary
⭐Brite Elementary
⭐Burns Elementary
⭐Gallegos Elementary
⭐Garden Park Elementary
⭐Garza at Southmost Elementary
⭐Gonzalez Elementary
⭐Hudson Elementary
⭐Martin Elementary
⭐Ortiz Elementary
⭐Paredes Elementary
⭐Peña Elementary
⭐Pullam Elementary
⭐Sharp Elementary
⭐Yturria Elementary
Computer Literacy Skills for our parents. Friday, January 30 from 2:00 to 3:00 at the parent center.
Free Dental Screenings here at Skinner Elementary.
Monday, February 2nd. Students must return consent form signed by a parent by Monday February 2nd.
Monday, February 2nd. Students must return consent form signed by a parent by Monday February 2nd.
🏌️♂️⛳ Save the date!
The 23rd Annual Superintendent’s Scholarship Golf Tournament is teeing off soon! Join us for a day of fairways, birdies, and good times while supporting a great cause. Last year, we awarded over $100,000 in scholarships to graduating seniors, and this year, we’re aiming for the same hole-in-one! Your support helps us drive students toward success—thank you for being a key part of their journey.
📞 For additional information, contact the BISD Public Relations and Community Engagement Office at (956) 548-8000.
🌐 Learn more at: https://www.bisd.us/golftournament
Let’s come together and make this event another winning success!
#BISDGolfTournament #SaveTheDate #ForeTheStudents #CommunityGolf
The 23rd Annual Superintendent’s Scholarship Golf Tournament is teeing off soon! Join us for a day of fairways, birdies, and good times while supporting a great cause. Last year, we awarded over $100,000 in scholarships to graduating seniors, and this year, we’re aiming for the same hole-in-one! Your support helps us drive students toward success—thank you for being a key part of their journey.
📞 For additional information, contact the BISD Public Relations and Community Engagement Office at (956) 548-8000.
🌐 Learn more at: https://www.bisd.us/golftournament
Let’s come together and make this event another winning success!
#BISDGolfTournament #SaveTheDate #ForeTheStudents #CommunityGolf
100th Day School Dance
Friday, January 23, 2026
Friday, January 23, 2026
No after school activities on Friday, December 18th. Merry Christmas!!!
You are invited to have coffee and a conversation with Dr. Jesus H Chavez, Superintendent of Schools on November 18, 2025 at 9:00 at Luby's Cafeteria / Sunrise Mall
Skinner Parents,
Join us for a walk on Thursday, November 20th at 10am.
Join us for a walk on Thursday, November 20th at 10am.
Parents: We need your help - Winter and cold season is upon us. Please help your child's classroom by sending Tissues and Lysol Wipes. We can make sure to contain the germs that come along with the colder weather.
Come Learn about our new Safety and Security after school program procedures, The presentation will be given by Chief of Police Anna Gaucin and Police Commander Patrick Gabbert at the Skinner Cafeteria on November 6 from 4:00 to 5:00.
No Classes this Tuesday November 4th
