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!
🎀 Red Ribbon Week: October 27–31, 2025! 🎀
This week, VMT joins LISD in taking a stand against drugs! 💪
Each day will feature a special theme to remind us to make healthy, positive choices.
📅 Monday, Oct. 27: Go Red for Red Ribbon Week ❤️
📅 Tuesday, Oct. 28: Be All You Can Be! Be Drug Free! 🪖
📅 Wednesday, Oct. 29: Cowboy Up & Give Drugs the Boot 🤠
📅 Thursday, Oct. 30: Team Up Against Drugs 🏈
📅 Friday, Oct. 31: Superheroes Don’t Do Drugs!
🦸♀️ Let’s show our VMT pride and commitment to living drug-free by participating in each themed day! 💫
🎀 ¡Semana de la Cinta Roja: del 27 al 31 de octubre de 2025! 🎀
¡Esta semana, VMT se une a LISD para tomar una postura contra las drogas! 💪
Cada día tendrá un tema especial para recordarnos tomar decisiones saludables y positivas.
📅 Lunes, 27 de octubre: ¡Vístete de rojo por la Semana de la Cinta Roja ❤️
📅 Martes, 28 de octubre: ¡Sé todo lo que puedas ser! ¡Mantente libre de drogas! 🪖
📅 Miércoles, 29 de octubre: ¡A la vaquera/o! ¡Dile adiós a las drogas 🤠
📅 Jueves, 30 de octubre: ¡Únete al equipo contra las drogas 🏈
📅 Viernes, 31 de octubre: ¡Los superhéroes no usan drogas! 🦸♀️
¡Mostremos nuestro orgullo VMT y nuestro compromiso de vivir libres de drogas participando en cada día temático! 💫
These incredible students go above and beyond, showcasing their talent and passion across every department, from Photography to Technical Theater, Dance, and Sculpture. Each of them plays an important role in making VMT a creative and inspiring community.
Thank you for your dedication and for inspiring others every day! 💫
Ms. Salinas is always dedicated, hardworking, and ready to make a positive impact on our campus each day. Thank you, Ms. Salinas, for all that you do to keep VMT shining! 💫
Thank you, Mrs. Visarra, for your dedication, leadership, and commitment to student success. We appreciate all that you do! 💫
