What academic term is relevant at Ruiz El?

United ISD School Year 2026-2027 runs from August 12, 2026 through May 26, 2027.

How much campus context is included in the Ruiz El student guide?

The guide includes 4 approved campus terms and 6 local details from DormWay's campus reference library.

Does the Ruiz El guide include the complete campus glossary?

Yes. All 4 approved campus glossary entries are available in the searchable campus-language section.

Where does the Ruiz El student guide information come from?

Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Student guide · United ISD School Year 2026-2027

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Relevant term: United ISD School Year 2026-2027
Campus terms: 4
Local details: 6

Academic calendar

United ISD School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 12, 2026 – May 26, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

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Aug 12May 26, 2027
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4 terms

C

CAC: Campus Advisory Council; a committee of parents, students, and staff that provides input on school operations and planning.

P

PTA: Parent Teacher Association; the primary volunteer organization for campus support and events.

R

Rattlers: The official mascot and collective name for the student body, often used in the phrase 'Rattler Pride'.

S

SchoolCafé: The official online system and mobile app used by students and parents to manage meal accounts and view menus.

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6 details

AISD Portal: The single sign-on cloud platform (formerly known as the Cloud) used to access all student applications and grades.
BLEND: The district-wide Canvas-based learning management system where students access assignments and digital classroom resources.
Dismissal: The structured end-of-day process where students are released to buses, cars, or after-school care, typically starting at 3:10 PM.
Late Start: Occasional scheduled delays in the school day, usually for staff professional development or inclement weather.
Ruiz Elementary: The main campus building located at 1701 S. 2nd St, Austin, TX.
ruiz_elementary_cafeteria: Ruiz Elementary Cafeteria

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What academic term is relevant now?: United ISD School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 12, 2026 – May 26, 2027.
How much campus context is included?: 4 approved campus terms and 6 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?: Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?: Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in Laredo for Ruiz El Students

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Timezone

Central Time (CT)

Median Rent

$1,050

Cost of Living Index

Student Population

65,000

City Transportation

Walkability

Bikeability

Public Transit

El Metro Transit System, El Lift paratransit

Nearest Airports

Laredo International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Hot semi-arid

Avg Annual Temp

73.7°F

Avg Snowfall

0.1 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Main Campus Lot

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Visitor check-in at the front office is mandatory.

Campus News

Latest updates from Ruiz El

Ruiz Elementary Students Kick Off 2026-2027 Student Scoop News

Fifth-grade students from Alicia Ruiz Elementary visited the ITV studio to record the first 'Student Scoop News' brief of the 2026-2027 school year, covering district news, weather, and sports.

Sep 17, 2026

UISD Expands STEM Opportunities with New Traveling Lab

United ISD continues to expand STEM education across its campuses, including the launch of a new traveling lab at Ramirez Middle School to prepare students for future careers.

Sep 16, 2026

United ISD Raises Awareness for Suicide Prevention Month

The district joined community partners to promote mental health resources and suicide prevention awareness throughout the month of September.

Sep 10, 2026

United ISD has launched the 'Threats Are No Joke!' proactive campaign to educate students and parents about the serious legal and disciplinary consequences of making school threats.

UISD Police Department utilizes the uWatch Program, a virtual reporting tool that allows citizens to anonymously report suspicious activity via a mobile app or text.

Upcoming Events

What's happening at Ruiz El

Report Cards Distributed

September 23, 2026

Alicia Ruiz Elementary School

Report cards for the current grading period are sent home with students.

Wear Yellow! Day

September 25, 2026

Alicia Ruiz Elementary School

Campus-wide spirit day where students and staff are encouraged to wear yellow.

End of 1st 9-Week Grading Period

October 8, 2026

Alicia Ruiz Elementary School

The first nine-week grading period of the 2026-2027 academic year concludes.

Bad Weather Make Up Day (School Day)

October 9, 2026

Alicia Ruiz Elementary School

Scheduled school day to account for potential bad weather closures.

Columbus / Indigenous Peoples' Day (Holiday)

October 12, 2026

United ISD

District-wide holiday; no classes for students or staff.

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