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United ISD names new principal at Senator Judith Zaffirini Elementary School
Summary by Laredo News Editorial Desk Mindy Casso , as published by KGNS — Top News
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway She has a significant amount of experience in education, with 25 years of service within United ISD.
A new principal has been appointed at Senator Judith Zaffirini Elementary School in Laredo . Dr. Blanca Salazar will be taking on the role.
She has a significant amount of experience in education, with 25 years of service within United ISD. Dr. Salazar's background is rooted in the local school district, having spent her entire education career at United ISD.
This appointment is a recent development, with United ISD announcing the news. Further details about Dr. Salazar's appointment and her plans for Senator Judith Zaffirini Elementary School can be found through KGNS, the source of this information.
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Category: schools Published: June 23, 2026 Source: KGNS — Top News Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A new principal has been appointed at Senator Judith Zaffirini Elementary School in Laredo. Dr. Blanca Salazar will be taking on the role. She has a significant amount of experience in education…
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