As the seasons change and the year comes to a close, the VMT Administration and faculty want to send our warmest wishes and sincere season's greetings to our incredible students, dedicated staff, families, and valued community members.
Thank you for your hard work, dedication, and partnership that make VMT such a strong and dynamic place to learn. We truly appreciate the sparkle ✨ everyone brings to our campus!
May your Happy Holidays be filled with well-deserved rest, joy, and laughter as you celebrate with loved ones. We wish you a peaceful 🕊️ New Year, and for those who celebrate, a Merry Christmas!
We look forward to seeing your bright faces when school resumes on January 12th! Enjoy your break! ❄️
¡Felices Fiestas de Parte de VMT! 🎁✨
A medida que cambian las estaciones y el año llega a su fin, la Administración y el profesorado de VMT desean enviar nuestros más cálidos deseos y sinceros saludos de temporada a nuestros increíbles estudiantes, personal dedicado, familias y valiosos miembros de la comunidad.
Gracias por su arduo trabajo, dedicación y colaboración que hacen de VMT un lugar de aprendizaje tan fuerte y dinámico. ¡Realmente apreciamos la chispa ✨ que cada uno aporta a nuestro campus!
¡Que sus Felices Fiestas estén llenas de merecido descanso, alegría y risas mientras celebran con sus seres queridos! Les deseamos un Año Nuevo pacífico 🕊️, y para aquellos que celebran, ¡una Feliz Navidad!
¡Esperamos ver sus rostros radiantes cuando la escuela se reanude el 12 de enero! ¡Disfruten sus vacaciones! ❄️

As we wrap up an incredible semester filled with creativity, talent, and dedication, we want to thank our students and staff for making VMT shine so brightly. You continue to amaze us with your artistic passion and Gladiator spirit every single day! ✨
Winter Break is the perfect time to relax, recharge, and enjoy the moments that matter most. Whether you are practicing your craft, performing for family, or simply enjoying a cozy break at home, we hope your days are filled with joy, laughter, and holiday cheer. 🎁✨
📅 Winter Break: December 22 to January 9
📚 Classes Resume: Monday, January 12, 2026
To our wonderful VMT families, thank you for your constant support and encouragement. We are excited to welcome everyone back in 2026 for even more performances, productions, innovation, and success. 💫
Warmest wishes for a beautiful holiday season. Happy Winter Break from VMT, where our Gladiators continue to create, inspire, and achieve greatness! ✨🎄
Felices Fiestas, Gladiadores de VMT. ❄️🎻🎨🎭💪
Al terminar este semestre lleno de creatividad, talento y dedicación, queremos agradecer a nuestros estudiantes y personal por hacer que VMT brille cada día. Nos inspiran con su pasión artística y su espíritu de Gladiador. ✨
Las Vacaciones de Invierno son el momento perfecto para descansar, recargar energía y disfrutar de lo que más importa. Ya sea practicando su talento, compartiendo presentaciones con la familia o disfrutando de un descanso acogedor en casa, esperamos que sus días estén llenos de alegría, risas y el espíritu de la temporada. 🎁✨
📅 Vacaciones de Invierno: 22 de diciembre a 9 de enero
📚 Clases se reanudan: lunes 12 de enero de 2026
A nuestras familias de VMT, gracias por su apoyo continuo y por creer en el talento de nuestros Gladiadores. Estamos listos para recibirlos en el 2026 con más presentaciones, producciones, innovación y éxito. 💫
Les deseamos una hermosa temporada festiva. Felices Vacaciones de Invierno de parte de VMT, donde nuestros Gladiadores continúan creando, inspirando y alcanzando la grandeza. ✨🎄


Winter Break is just around the corner! Please note the special Early Release Schedule for Friday, December 19th, 2025.
Our VMT High School Gladiators will be released at 1:45 PM.
Here is the full district release schedule for your awareness:
1:00 PM: Elementary School Students
1:30 PM: Middle School Students
➡️ 1:45 PM: High School Students (VMT Gladiators) ⬅️
Please arrange for your student's timely transportation or pick-up promptly at 1:45 PM. We wish all our VMT students and families a relaxing and joyous Winter Break!
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📣 Familias de VMT Preparatoria Gladiadores: ¡Recordatorio de Salida Temprana!
¡Las Vacaciones de Invierno ya casi llegan! Por favor, tomen nota del Horario Especial de Salida Temprana para el viernes, 19 de diciembre de 2025.
Nuestros estudiantes Gladiadores de la preparatoria VMT saldrán a la 1:45 PM.
A continuación se muestra el horario de salida completo del distrito:
1:00 PM: Estudiantes de primaria
1:30 PM: Estudiantes de secundaria
➡️ 1:45 PM: Estudiantes de preparatoria (VMT Gladiadores) ⬅️
Por favor, hagan los arreglos necesarios para recoger o transportar a su estudiante puntualmente a la 1:45 PM. ¡Les deseamos a todos los estudiantes y familias de VMT unas felices y seguras Vacaciones de Invierno!


Join us for a festive celebration of music featuring our talented String and Guitar students under the direction of Ms. Irigoyen and Mr. Morales.
📅 December 17, 2025
🕙 10:00 a.m. & 3:00 p.m.
📍 Auditorium
✨ Parents of performers are warmly invited to attend and enjoy this special holiday performance. We are proud of our students’ hard work, dedication, and beautiful musicianship. We hope to see you there!








Today we celebrate gratitude for our talented students, passionate artists, dedicated teachers, and supportive families.
We wish you a day filled with peace, creativity, and time spent with those who matter most.
Have a wonderful and safe holiday! 🧡
🦃🎨 ¡Feliz Día de Acción de Gracias, Comunidad de VMT! 🎨🦃
Hoy celebramos la gratitud por nuestros estudiantes talentosos, artistas apasionados, maestros dedicados y familias que siempre nos apoyan.
Les deseamos un día lleno de paz, creatividad y momentos especiales con sus seres queridos.
¡Que disfruten estas fiestas! 🧡

Friendly reminder that there will be NO CLASSES November 24–28 for the Thanksgiving Break. 🍁🎨
Classes will resume on Monday, December 1st.
We are grateful for our talented VMT community and the incredible creativity you bring to our campus every day. Enjoy this time with family and friends. See you soon, refreshed and ready for more artistic adventures! 🦃✨
📣 Familias y Estudiantes de VMT:
Un recordatorio amistoso de que NO HABRÁ CLASES del 24 al 28 de noviembre debido a las vacaciones de Acción de Gracias. 🍁🎨
Las clases se reanudarán el lunes 1 de diciembre.
Agradecemos a nuestra talentosa comunidad de VMT y toda la creatividad que aportan a nuestro campus cada día. Disfruten este tiempo con familia y amigos. ¡Nos vemos pronto, descansados y listos para más aventuras artísticas! 🦃✨


From STEM and health sciences to business and fine arts, there’s a program designed to help every student thrive!
📅 Apply by December 17 at 11:59 p.m.
Scan the QR code or visit www.laredoisd.org.


🎉 Congratulations to Ms. Angelita Rubio! 🎉
VMT proudly recognizes Ms. Rubio as our October Teacher of the Month!
Ms. Rubio continuously demonstrates her care and dedication to our VMT students, going above and beyond to ensure they are supported and challenged in their academic journey. As an AP U.S. History teacher, she inspires students to think critically, explore the past, and connect historical lessons to the present day. In addition to her classroom leadership, Ms. Rubio is also one of the sponsors for VMT Teens in the Driver Seat, where she helps guide students in promoting awareness and responsibility for safe driving. Her commitment to excellence and her genuine support for our students truly embody what it means to be a VMT Gladiator.
💙 Thank you, Ms. Rubio, for your hard work and dedication! 💙

VMT proudly recognizes Ms. Garza as our October Employee of the Month!
Ms. Garza’s dedication and strong work ethic make her an important part of our school community. She consistently supports daily operations with care and attention to detail, helping ensure things run smoothly for both students and staff.
Thank you, Ms. Garza, for your commitment and service to our VMT family.

These talented students demonstrate outstanding discipline, passion, and dedication in their respective areas, Folklórico, Guitar, Piano, and Art. Each of them exemplifies what it means to be a true Gladiator, showing commitment to growth, creativity, and excellence every single day.
Their hard work continues to inspire peers and teachers alike, and we couldn’t be prouder to celebrate their accomplishments.
Keep shining, Gladiators! You truly define the standard! 💫💪🎨🎶




Madelyn, under the guidance of her Art teacher Mrs. Clarissa Visarra, has been recognized as one of the winners in the 19th Annual Student Technology Expo Drawing Contest for the 2025–2026 school year!
The VMT family are proud to celebrate her creativity and artistic talent. Way to go, Madelyn! 🌟
#VMTPride #DefiningTheStandard #VMTGladiators #LISDTechExpo

For this showcase, students applied their skills in technique, musicality, strength, and artistic expression to bring their choreography to life.
Special thanks to Mr. Wolfe’s Technical Theater students for their outstanding lighting design and to Mrs. Valdez’s Commercial Photography students for capturing the event through their lenses. This memorable performance was made possible through the incredible support of our staff, administration, and parents.










Step into the shadows and experience a thrilling dance performance by the talented students of Ms. Leyendecker! Parents of performers are welcome to attend! Come support our incredible dancers as they bring this spooky spectacular to life!
🕸️ Friday, October 31, 2025
🕙 10 A.M. & 3 P.M.
📍 VMT Fine Arts Auditorium

The program showcased enchanting selections including Gounod’s “March of the Marionette,” Prokofiev’s “Montagues and Capulets,” and Mussorgsky’s “Night on Bald Mountain.”
It was a spirited performance filled with talent, creativity, and festive fun! 🎶🕸️









Parents of performers are warmly invited to attend and support their dancers as they bring their vision to life on stage. Come celebrate the artistry, dedication, and passion of our VMT Dance Company!









