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2022 Leadership Summit: ZCISD is Re-Imagining Possible! 

Thank you to ZHS Principal, Clyde Guerra, ZHS Student-Athletes, ZMS Principal, Marlen Guerra, and ZMS Student-Athletes and Athletic Director, Joel Lopez for making this ceremony very special. 

A groundbreaking ceremony was held this morning at the future site of the Zapata Middle School Multipurpose Field. for two separate projects, the Zapata Middle School Multipurpose Field and the Zapata High School Practice Field.

The School Board of Trustees also welcomed the newest member to the board, Mr. Eddie Martinez, Jr. Pictured is Mr. Martinez being sworn in by Ms. Lydia Galvan, Board of Trustees and Superintendent's Secretary.

Today, the Zapata County ISD Board of Trustees celebrated not only the opening of a beautiful building that will be the center of decision making for our district but also to celebrate the life of an individual who’s service to her community and to all of us… was immeasurable. Mrs. Dora O. Martinez. 
Zapata County ISD Police Department hosted an Active Shooter Training. Agencies include the following: Zapata ISD PD, Border Patrol, Jim Hogg County ISD PD, Zapata Co Sheriff’s Office

2022 Hawk Tennis Camp

A.L.Benavides Elementary School students visited the Laredo Safari and Adventure Park. Students were able to feed animals, including a very friendly giraffe. They were excited to learn about different wildlife and get a hands on experience with nature. The students also had a great time at Peter Piper Pizza. A.L.B.E.S. would like to thank their P.T.O. for providing their assistance in this memorable field trip!

 Villarreal Elementary 5th grade Gifted and Talented students were stirring up success on Friday! From designing their shirts to planning and carrying out their business proposal - their own Lemonade Stand! It was a great success!! This project allowed “The Lemonade Squad” to develop their essential skills of logical thinking, communication, and solving problems creatively!!

Zapata Middle School 6th grade students in Mr. Resendez's class, are studying plant cells with the use of a microscope.

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For the 2022-2023 School Year, Zapata County Independent School District is accepting Proposals for: Property, Liability, and Automobile Coverage

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ZHS Cheerleaders @ NCA Camp

Pre-Kinder, Kinder, and First Grade students went on an instructional field trip to the Texas State Aquarium in Corpus Christi, Texas, as a culmination activity for what they learned throughout our time in Summer School. This field trip allowed our students to engage with animals, inspire appreciation for our seas, and support wildlife conservation. 


Join Us!! Free meals for kids up to 18 years old. The ZCISD Child Nutrition Department is currently participating in the Seamless Summer Program at various sites.

Sites include;  Zapata High School, Zapata Middle School, Fidel & Andrea Villareal Elementary, Zapata South Elementary, Lopeno Learning Center, Falcon Nutrition Center, Siesta Shores Park, Zapata Community Center.  The program will continue throughout the month of June, with the last day of service being June 30, 2022. Join us at any of the participating sites!!!

2022 Hawk Tennis Camp

ZMS Mariachi Summer Camp

Zapata Middle School future 6th graders are attending the Summer Mariachi Camp where they will be learning the foundations and skills needed to play a mariachi instrument. Good job Merlins!

Educational enrichment programs can be an excellent opportunity for gifted students to develop a variety of skills and interests. ZCISD Elementary Summer Camps are being offered at the South Elementary starting May 31-June 6. 

  Zapata Middle School and Communities In Schools students won a smart TV and Gift Cards as incentives for their all-year academic excellence.