Robert Vela High School OFFICIAL

06/15/2026

⚠️ WEATHER ALERT ⚠️

Due to the severe weather forecast, summer school classes for students are canceled tomorrow, Tuesday, June 16, 2026.

Our campus will be closed for the day.

We encourage all families and community members to stay weather aware, monitor local forecasts, and take any necessary precautions to remain safe.

🌧️ Stay informed
⚡ Use caution during severe weather
📱 Monitor local weather updates

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Please stay safe. 💙

06/15/2026

Congratulations to Daniella Salazar!

We are proud to recognize Daniella Salazar for qualifying for the 2026 Nike Outdoor Nationals at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon, one of the premier track and field competitions in the nation.

Daniella has earned her place among the country’s top athletes in the Shot Put and will proudly represent South Texas Throwers, Robert Vela High School, the City of Edinburg, and the entire Rio Grande Valley on the national stage.

Her dedication, hard work, and commitment to excellence have led to this outstanding achievement. We wish Daniella the very best as she competes against the nation’s elite and continues to make our SaberCat community proud.

Good luck, Daniella! RVHS is behind you every step of the way. 💙🖤🐾

06/08/2026

🔥 HUGE congratulations to Ethan Gonzales! 🔥

2026 All Valley Sports Awards finalist for Wrestler of the Year 🤼‍♂️🏆
Your hard work, grit, and dedication continue to make Vela proud. Keep dominating on and off the mat! 🐾

06/02/2026

Yesterday, Robert Vela High School proudly celebrated our Teacher of the Year, Maria Jimenez!

From every department presenting thoughtful gifts, to students lining the halls with applause and cheers, it was a beautiful reminder of the impact great educators make every single day.

A special thank you to our Vela Cheerleaders, Sapphires, and ReVelation Drumline — for bringing the energy, spirit, and SaberCat pride throughout campus.

Congratulations, Maria Jimenez, and thank you for the dedication, passion, and heart you pour into our students and SaberCat community each day. 🐾🖤💙

05/31/2026

A truly unforgettable day celebrating the Class of 2026.

These beautiful moments capture more than a graduation ceremony — they capture years of hard work, perseverance, friendships, and memories that will last a lifetime. We are incredibly proud of each graduate and grateful to our district for showcasing such a meaningful milestone.

Congratulations, Class of 2026. Your journey is only beginning, and your future is filled with endless possibilities. 🎓✨

05/31/2026

05/31/2026

🏈⛳️ SABER NATION — It’s Tee Time! ⛳️🏈

Join us for the 1st Annual Robert Vela Football Golf Tournament on Saturday, August 1st, 2026 at Los Lagos Golf Course in Edinburg, TX!

Gather your team and come support Robert Vela Football while enjoying a great day on the course filled with competition, prizes, food, and community spirit.

📍 Los Lagos Golf Course
🕖 Registration: 7:00 AM
🏌️ Shotgun Start: 8:00 AM
💲 $400 per 3-Man Team

📅 Registration Deadline: July 16th

05/30/2026

Senior Sunset 2026 🌅🎓

As the sun set over the RVHS football field, it marked the closing of a chapter filled with memories, friendships, achievements, and unforgettable moments. Thank you to all of our Seniors who came out to celebrate Senior Sunset and share one final evening together as the Class of 2026.

Your time here has left a lasting impact at Robert Vela, and we are incredibly proud of everything you have accomplished. While this chapter may be coming to an end, your future is only beginning.

We look forward to celebrating each of you one last time at Graduation on Sunday, May 31 at 2:00 PM at Bert Ogden Arena. Seniors should arrive by 12:30 PM.

Congratulations, Class of 2026! 🖤💙🐾

05/29/2026

SaberCat Proud! 🎶🏆

The Robert Vela High School Indoor Programs were officially recognized by the City of Edinburg for an unforgettable 2025–2026 season filled with historic achievements, state championships, and undefeated performances.

From Varsity Winter Guard, JV Winter Guard, ReVELAtion Percussion, and RVHS Winds, our students showcased excellence, dedication, and passion at the highest level—making RVHS the only school in Texas to have all three indoor programs earn medalist honors at the Texas Color Guard Circuit (TCGC) State Championships in the same season.

Thank you to our students, directors, staff, parents, boosters, and community for making history together. 💙🖤🐾

05/29/2026

This past weekend, Robert Vela Choir students competed at the Texas State Solo & Ensemble Contest (TSSEC) for UIL Music and represented our program with excellence.

We are proud to recognize four students who earned a Division I "Superior" rating:
Amelie Cabral (11)
Yalainna Molina (11)
Olivia Gonzalez (10)
Lydia Vasquez (12)

Additionally, eight students received a Division II “Excellent” rating:
Amathea Alvarado (12)
Destinee Alvarado (12)
Qraeul Elefante (12)
Nickolas Leal (12)
Juan Montanez (12)
Amanda Tamez (11)
Tessa Torres (10)
Sharon Surita (11)

We are especially proud to celebrate two students who were named Outstanding Performers, one of the highest individual honors a high school musician can achieve in Texas. This prestigious distinction is awarded to fewer than 2% of the approximately 100,000 students who compete at the regional and state levels.
Congratulations to:
Lydia Vasquez (12)
Olivia Gonzalez (10)

Robert Vela High School was the only school in Edinburg CISD to receive this distinguished recognition, making this achievement even more significant.

We are incredibly proud of all of our students for their hard work, dedication, and outstanding representation of our choir program at the state level.