SECTION I
SECTION I
INTRODUCTION TO THE SCHOOL
INTRODUCTION TO THE SCHOOL
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Tip of Texas
Tip of Texas
Border Town
Border Town
Weslaco: City on the Grow
Weslaco: City on the Grow
Dr. R. E. Margo Elementary Location
Dr. R. E. Margo Elementary Location
Enrollment & Population
Dr. R. E. Margo Elementary is located in Weslaco, Texas, just five miles north of the U.S.–Mexico border.
Weslaco has a population of 42,231, with 16% of residents being foreign-born. The community is predominantly bilingual, with both English and Spanish spoken widely. The median annual household income is $36,157, which is significantly lower than that of many comparable communities in Texas.
Dr. R. E. Margo Demographics:
1,115 students enrolled
99% are Hispanic and 1% White
88% are Economically Disadvantaged
74% are At-Risk
22% are emergent bilingual learners
13% Special Education
4% Gifted and Talented
1% Migrant
Dr. R. E. Margo Elementary
1701 S. Bridge
Weslaco, Texas 78596
Phone: (956) 969-6800
Principal: Arcadia Lopez
Principal: Arcadia Lopez
Email: alongoria@wisd.us
MEET THE DR. R. E. MARGO COUNSELORS
MEET THE DR. R. E. MARGO COUNSELORS
"School Counselors are the heart of the school, working to ensure that every child feels safe, supported, and ready to learn."
-Dr. Richard Wong
Mrs. Deborah Izaguirre
Mrs. Deborah Izaguirre
Email: dizaguirre@wisd.us
Phone: 956-969-6800 Ext: 37791
CREDENTIALS/ LEADERSHIP POSITIONS/ COMMITTEES
CREDENTIALS/ LEADERSHIP POSITIONS/ COMMITTEES
MASTERS IN SCHOOL COUNSELING
MEMBERS OF DR. R. E. MARGO LEADERSHIP TEAM
SCHOOL BASED DECISIONS MAKING TEAM
THREAT ASSESSMENT & CRISIS RESPONSE TEAM
COUNSELOR ADVISOROY COMMITTEE MEMBER
SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING COMMITTEE
YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID
SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING (SEL)
GIFTED AND TALENTED (GT) SERVICES
504 TEAM MEMBER
LPAC LEAD
ROLE OF THE PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL COUNSELOR
Dr. R. E. Margo counselors are dedicated to supporting students’ academic, social, and emotional growth. They provide guidance, teach essential life skills, and help students navigate challenges. Through their support, students are empowered to build confidence, make positive choices, and prepare for success both in the classroom and beyond.
LEADERSHIP AND ADVOCACY
Dr. R. E. Margo counselors play a vital role in leadership and advocacy by organizing school-wide initiatives such as World Mental Health Day, Anti-Bullying Rallies, and the Just Say No to Drugs campaign. They collaborate closely with teachers, parents, and staff to create supportive environments and ensure all students have access to essential resources. In addition, our counselors advocate for policies that prioritize student well-being, participate in administrative meetings to represent the needs of students and families, and work diligently to provide equitable access to counseling services for every student.
Dr. R. E. Margo counselors play a vital role in leadership and advocacy by organizing school-wide initiatives such as World Mental Health Day, Anti-Bullying Rallies, and the Just Say No to Drugs campaign. They collaborate closely with teachers, parents, and staff to create supportive environments and ensure all students have access to essential resources. In addition, our counselors advocate for policies that prioritize student well-being, participate in administrative meetings to represent the needs of students and families, and work diligently to provide equitable access to counseling services for every student.
World Mental Health Day
World Mental Health Day
Red Ribbon Week
Red Ribbon Week
Dr. R. E. Margo students are College, Career & Military Ready!
Dr. R. E. Margo students are College, Career & Military Ready!
Celebrating World Read Aloud Day!
Celebrating World Read Aloud Day!
Celebrating Kindness
Celebrating Kindness
Antibullying Presentation
Antibullying Presentation
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