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Happy Mother's Day

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Happy Teacher Appreciation Week

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Happy Nurses Week

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Happy National Principal's Day

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School Lunch Hero Day

Thank you!

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Adapted Physical Education Specialist Recognition Day

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School Communicators Day

May 8th

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Audiology and Speech-Language Pathologist

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Mental Health Awareness Month

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National Police Week

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Happy Administrative Professionals Day Ms. Bustamante!

"Thank you to our Queen Bee for making Arndt the place to bee"

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CONGRATULATIONS JAES HONOREES!

2025-2026 School Year Golden Apple Nominee- Estrella Escamilla Teacher of the Year - Josselin Cazares Auxiliary of the Year - Elsa Mendez School Bell Award - Adriana Valdez Para of the Year - Claudia Rodriguez

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District Spelling Bee Competition

David Guerrero, representing Arndt Elementary, with pride at the District Spelling Bee!

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United For the Future

Stronger Schools. Stable Resources. Brighter Futures

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Your Choice. Your Future. We are UNITED

-State-certified UISD Police officers, trained security personnel on every campus. -Unique organizations such as BBQ, robotics, gaming, STEM clubs, FFA -Free nutritious meals

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Your Choice. Your Future. We are UNITED

-Bus transportation for students -Award-winning Fine Arts & Athletics programs

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Your Choice. Your Future. We are UNITED

-Top-ranked district with six consecutive "A" ratings -State of the art technology -State certified exemplary teachers -Special Education services

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2026-27 Registration

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Inscripciones 2026-2027

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Your Choice. Your Future Enroll NOW at United ISD Open Enrollment Begins February 2nd, 2026

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Honoring Leadership: A Visit from Board Member Gilbert Aguilar

Thank you for serving our community! Happy National School Board Recognition Month

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Congratulations

100,000 Website Hits!

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Arndt Elementary Dazzlers

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Cardinal Dolls Volleyball Team

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Social Emotional Learning

We are respectful We have Compassion

Mission Statement

Arndt Elementary School is a dedicated learning community committed to preparing all students to achieve excellence by providing the highest quality education.  Collaboratively we will develop intellectual and personal growth while preparing for future endeavors and positively impacting the world.

 

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About Us
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J.W. Arndt Elementary School in Laredo, Texas, was opened in 1999 and is named after John W. Arndt, a World War II veteran and a founding board member of the United Independent School District (UISD). Mr. John W. Arndt served on the UISD board for over 29 years. 

Arndt’s legacy is honored through the school, which promotes his commitment to inclusivity and excellence by including Gifted & Talented programs and fostering a vibrant learning environment. Arndt Elementary serves over 750 students from PK3 to 5th grade.

Our goal is to continue growing academically while providing a safe environment for all staff and students.

 

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