Elias Herrera Middle School

💎📣🎉 The EHMS Sapphire Dance Team and Cheer Team celebrated an amazing year at their End-of-Year Banquet! 🎉📣💎

Congratulations to Ivan Trujillo, Jr. He was named 8th Grader of the Year for the LULAC Scholar award for EHMS.

Ivan participated in many activities at EHMS. He served as President of the Gentlemen Lad’s, Homecoming representative, and competed in UIL Maps, Graphs, and Characters. He was also an active member of NJHS, Hawk Brigade, Hawk Planet, and Yearbook. He served as vice president of the 8th-grade class. Next year, he plans to attend UHS and participate in ESP program.

With the help and support of his family and teachers, Ivan plans to pursue his education after graduation at one of the best arts schools, Juilliard.

Congratulations Ivan and family.

2025-2026 8th Grade Class 🧡💙💛
To our amazing 8th grade class,

As this school year comes to an end, we want you to know how proud we are of each and every one of you. This year was filled with growth, laughter, challenges, memories, and accomplishments that will stay with us forever. Watching you learn, mature, and create friendships has truly been a joy.

As you move on to high school, remember to believe in yourselves, work hard, and never stop chasing your dreams. Each of you has something special to offer the world, and we cannot wait to see all the incredible things your future holds.

Thank you for the memories, the smiles, and the moments that made this year unforgettable. Once a HAWK always a HAWK! 🦅💪🏼🧡💙💛

Congratulations, Class of 2026! Keep shining and make your next chapter your best one yet!

With love and pride,
Your EHMS Family🦅🧡💙💛
25/26 8th Grade Class Signing Out. 🥹

Have a great summer HAWKS! ☀️🏖️
Love, your EHMS Teachers🧡💙💛

Ending our 2025-2026 school year with a bang‼️
EHMS Field Day 💦💦💦💦

🥳 Huge congratulations to our EHMS Algebra students on an incredible achievement! 🎉📘

All 53 Algebra students earned Master’s Level on the Algebra I EOC STAAR exam! An outstanding accomplishment and a true reflection of their hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence. 💯👏

We are proud to celebrate a remarkable 100% Master’s Level performance!

A special thank you to Ms. Mirella Sanchez for her exceptional guidance, dedication, and support in leading our students to success. Your hard work and passion for teaching continue to make a difference in the lives of our Hawks! 🦅

Today, we celebrate three amazing members of the Hawk family as they begin their retirement journey! 💙💛🧡

Congratulations and Happy Retirement to:

✨ Mrs. M. Botello – School Counselor
✨ Mrs. E. Lanier – ESL/Dyslexia Teacher
✨ Ms. S. Riojas – Nurse Aide

Thank you for your years of dedication, compassion, and service to the students, staff, and families of Elias Herrera Middle School. Your impact will always be part of our Hawk community.

Elias Herrera Middle School is going to miss you, and we wish you all the happiness and blessings in this new chapter! 🦅🎉

🎉 Yesterday, the Elias Herrera Middle School U.I.L. Academic Team was recognized by the U.I.S.D. Board of Trustees for earning the District 1 U.I.L. Sweepstakes Championship! 🏆👏

Our Hawks demonstrated outstanding dedication and excellence by winning all three academic meets this season. Their hard work, talent, and commitment continue to make EHMS proud! ⭐

A special thank you to all of our students, parents, faculty, staff, administration, and our amazing U.I.L. Coordinator, Ms. Mirella Sanchez, for your support and dedication throughout the season. This achievement would not have been possible without everyone working together. 💙💛🧡

Congratulations, Hawks! Keep soaring! 🦅

⭐️ Huge congratulations to Daniel Jauregui for being recognized this morning as the EHMS 8th Grader of the Year! 🎓✨

In a world where we all get so incredibly busy, Daniel’s achievement comes with a powerful reminder to slow down and reconnect with our loved ones.

He wrote a beautiful essay, and we are so proud of him!

In his own words:

“I have become more connected to those around me, I have been more active with my family, developed healthier habits, and most importantly my faith and knowledge of Jesus has grown. So next time you’re at the dinner table, make a wise choice and disconnect in order to reconnect.” 🍽️❤️

A massive thank you to Daniel’s parents, teachers, and coaches for being such excellent role models and guiding him along the way. We are so proud of Daniel Jauregui!

Shoutout! Thank you to our incredible band for the beautiful music at today’s ceremony. We love our Band under the direction of Jorge Garcia and Meaghan Rodriguez.

🎓 8th Grade Spirit Days are here! 🎉

We’re celebrating the final days of middle school with fun themed dress-up days from May 21–27! 💙💛🧡

✨ Thursday, May 21 – Throwback Thursday
Dress as a character or person who inspired you as a child.

🎸 Friday, May 22 – Rock the Last Days of Middle School
Wear your favorite rock band shirt.

🏫 Tuesday, May 26 – Future Commitment Day
Represent your future high school by wearing their shirt or colors.

🌺 Wednesday, May 27 – Lei’d Back Day
Wear tropical prints, bright colors, and sunglasses. 😎