Harlandale Independent School District

What better way to celebrate the joy of reading than by sharing it with others? To wrap up our Read Across America Week, students from Harlandale High School visited Gilbert Elementary and spent time reading to the younger students and inspiring them to develop a lifelong love for books. It was a heartwarming sight to see our older students giving back, showing that reading isn’t just about words on a page—it’s about connecting, learning, and growing together. Let’s keep the spirit of reading alive! Pick up a book, explore new worlds, and let your imagination roam free! #ReadAcrossAmerica #HarlandaleLegacy

As we wrap up National School Social Work Week, we are proud to shine a spotlight on Mr. Brian Jaklich, the dedicated Social Work Coordinator for Harlandale ISD. With 39 years in education—30 of those with Harlandale!—Mr. Jaklich has made a lasting impact on countless students, families, and staff. His passion for helping others and his deep connection to the Harlandale community reflect the heart and spirit of our district. Fun Fact: Mr. Jaklich LOVES New York and is a huge fan of Broadway, AND he's going to be a first time grandpa in September! Please join us in celebrating Mr. Jaklich and thanking him for his many years of dedication to our students and families! Harlandale ISD is truly lucky to have him!

Celebrating National Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day! Today, we take a moment to recognize and thank the incredible maintenance teams that keep our Harlandale schools and facilities in top shape. Their hard work behind the scenes ensures that our students and staff have a safe, clean, and well-functioning environment every day. We appreciate your dedication and all that you do for our district—We wouldn’t be the same without you! #HarlandaleLegacy

Wrapping Up National School Breakfast Week! As we close out National School Breakfast Week, we want to highlight the importance of a nutritious start to the day! A healthy breakfast helps students stay focused, energized, and ready to learn. At Harlandale ISD, our dedicated Child Nutrition team works hard every day to provide delicious and well-balanced meals to fuel our students for success. And now we want to hear from you! What’s your favorite school breakfast item? Let us know in the comments! #NSBW #HarlandaleLegacy

As we continue celebrating National School Social Work Week, we’re excited to spotlight another amazing member of our Harlandale ISD family—Ms. Angela Solis! A proud Harlandale alum, Ms. Solis graduated from Harlandale High School in 2006 and, after starting her career as an associate scientist, followed her true calling to help others. She earned her Master’s in Social Work and became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, bringing her passion and expertise back to the community that shaped her. Now serving at Schulze Elementary, she also plays a vital role as one of the district’s Mental Health First Aid Instructors. Ms. Solis is more than just a social worker—she’s a mentor, an advocate, and a friendly face who brightens the school day. Whether she’s leading parades, singing with students at lunch, or participating in spirit weeks, she creates a welcoming space where students feel supported and valued! Fun Fact: Ms. Solis loves music so much, that she has been the "DJ" for the school carnival and one school dance (so far)! Please join us in thanking Ms. Solis for her dedication to our students, families, and the entire Harlandale community. We are so lucky to have her! #HarlandaleLegacy

In celebration of Read Across America Week, students at Vestal Elementary brought their favorite stories to life by dressing up as their favorite book characters! Even the librarian, Ms. Berry, joined in on the fun as she read to students wearing a hat from "The Cat in the Hat"! How are you celebrating this week? Share with us in the comments below! #HarlandaleLegacy

It’s Texas Public Schools Week! Join us as we celebrate the dedicated educators, administrators, and students who make Harlandale ISD a great place to learn and grow. Our schools are the heart of the community, and when we support public education, we help build a brighter future for all. Let's all give a shoutout to the hard work and commitment of everyone who makes our district strong! #PublicSchoolProud #TPSW #HarlandaleLegacy

This week is National School Social Work Week! As such we’re shining a spotlight on some of the incredible social workers who make a difference every day here at Harlandale ISD – starting with Ms. Jennifer Montes! Ms. Montes is no stranger to our community! A former Adams Elementary student herself, she decided to come back to her roots and has now been serving Harlandale ISD students and families for 22 years, with most of her time spent at Adams Elementary and has now been at Gilbert Elementary for the past 5 years. A true advocate for students, Ms. Montes brings joy to campus every day, empowering students to be their very best. Her passion for helping others runs deep – so much so that she’s now serving the children of former students, making a lasting impact across generations! Fun Fact: If you ever want to chat about the Spurs, Ms. Montes is the ultimate fan – even her dog, Manu Puppovich, knows all about the game! Please join us in thanking Ms. Montes for her dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment to the Harlandale community. We are so lucky to have her as part of our district family!

Happy Texas Independence Day! Today, we celebrate the rich history, resilience, and spirit of the Lone Star State. Let's all take a moment to reflect with Texas pride on the honor, bravery and determination that shaped the Lone Star State into what it is today. #HarlandaleLegacy

February is CTE Month at Harlandale ISD! And we wrap up this month of celebrating Career and Technical Education (CTE), a program that empowers students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in high-demand, high-wage careers. Last but not least in our Featured Programs offered at our Harlandale ISD CTE Center is Professional Welding. Here, our students will have the opportunity to learn valuable welding techniques and skills which are necessary to earn their certifications that will prepare them for an exciting career in the Welding Industry. If you'd like to learn more about our CTE programs, take a look here: https://www.harlandale.net/page/career-technical-education #HarlandaleLegacy

Tomorrow is the day! Stop by tomorrow Saturday, March 1 is Harlandale ISD's annual Cinderella's Closet Giveaway! Come on by the Rayburn Center Cafeteria from 9:00AM-1:00PM. They will be granting wishes, one formal outfit at a time. As always, you can also donate gently used formal wear and help make a student's special occasion unforgettable!

Last night, the extremely talented students at Bellaire Elementary put on a wonderful celebration in honor of Black History Month, showcasing their talents and sharing the rich history of African American leaders and trailblazers. The event featured student-led presentations on influential historical figures, a moving performance by the school choir, a beautiful ballet solo, a captivating One Act Play, and an inspiring excerpt from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s I Have a Dream speech, delivered by a proud 2nd grader! The celebration even included a special performance by the student mariachi band, making it a truly unique and memorable event. We would like to extend a huge thank you to the students for their hard work and dedication, as well as to the parents for their support during rehearsals. Your efforts made this celebration meaningful and special for everyone. All of us in the entire Harlandale District couldn't be prouder! #HarlandaleLegacy

February is CTE Month at Harlandale ISD! We are in the home stretch now as we continue to celebrate Career and Technical Education (CTE), a program that empowers students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in high-demand, high-wage careers. Up next on our Featured Programs offered at our Harlandale ISD CTE Center is Professional Plumbing. Here, our students will learn valuable skills and earn their certifications that will prepare them for an exciting career in the Plumbing Industry. If you'd like to learn more about our CTE programs, take a look here: https://www.harlandale.net/page/career-technical-education #HarlandaleLegacy

Don't forget, this Saturday, March 1 is Harlandale ISD's annual Cinderella's Closet Giveaway! Come on by the Rayburn Center Cafeteria from 9:00AM-1:00PM. They will be granting wishes, one formal outfit at a time. As always, you can also donate gently used formal wear and help make a student's special occasion unforgettable!

February is CTE Month at Harlandale ISD! We continue celebrating Career and Technical Education (CTE), a program that empowers students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in high-demand, high-wage careers. Up next on our Featured Programs offered at Harlandale ISD CTE Center is Electrical. Here, our students will learn valuable skills and earn their certifications that will prepare them for an exciting career in the Electricity Industry. If you'd like to learn more about our CTE programs, take a look here: https://www.harlandale.net/page/career-technical-education #HarlandaleLegacy

Join us in congratulating Elia Rios, a 3rd grade student from Adams Elementary, for winning 1st place in the Harlandale District Science Fair! With the guidance of her science teacher, Ms. Lopez, Elia put popular laundry detergents, TIDE and HEB's Hill Country Faire, to the test! Her experiment not only revealed that the HCF brand leaves your laundry cleaner, but it is also more cost effective! Way to go Elia! We are so proud of your curiosity, hard work, and scientific discovery! #HarlandaleLegacy

February is CTE Month at Harlandale ISD! We continue celebrating Career and Technical Education (CTE), a program that empowers students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in high-demand, high-wage careers. Up next on our Featured Programs offered at our Harlandale ISD CTE Center is Professional HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Condition). Here, our students will learn valuable skills and earn their certifications that will prepare them for an exciting career in the HVAC Industry. If you'd like to learn more about our CTE programs, take a look here: https://www.harlandale.net/page/career-technical-education #HarlandaleLegacy

Harlandale ISD is now accepting referrals for Gifted and Talented Testing for any K-12th grade student! Click here for more: http://bit.ly/GTREFERRAL #HarlandaleLegacy

Yesterday we had yet another successful mobile food pantry! Thank you to all of our staff who helped out and thank you to the San Antonio Food Bank for providing the goods! #HarlandaleLegacy

Reminder: Classes resume tomorrow, Feb. 19. We hope our students had a restful long weekend!