
Reminder: There will be no school for students on Monday, February 17, 2025, as it is a Teacher Work Day. While the academic calendar designates February 17 as a Bad Weather Make-Up Day, Melissa ISD students will not need to make up the missed days from January due to inclement weather. We look forward to welcoming our Cardinals back to school on Tuesday, February 18!


Calling all K-8th grade youth Melissa soccer players for a FREE clinic with Melissa High School Varsity Soccer on Thursday, Feb. 6, from 6-7 PM at the Melissa Championship Center. Participants will get the chance to train at our indoor facility and rotate through fun drill stations led by varsity players. The clinic will end with a Q&A session where participants can meet the Melissa Varsity Soccer players, get an autographed poster, and take photos. Be sure to bring cleats, a soccer ball, a water bottle and a great attitude!


Reminder: There will be no school for students on Monday, February 17, 2025, as it is a Teacher Work Day. While the academic calendar designates February 17 as a Bad Weather Make-Up Day, Melissa ISD students will not need to make up the missed days from January due to inclement weather. If there are any changes to the academic calendar, the district will promptly communicate the change via email, text, and through our website and social media platforms.
We look forward to welcoming our Cardinals back to school on Tuesday, February 18!


From diamonds to rings! ✨ The Lady Cardinal Softball team was presented with their State Championship rings this past Saturday during halftime of the MHS Varsity Boys Basketball game! Congrats again, Lady Cards! 🏆💍🥎 #StateChamps #REDRED


Reminder: Students at Melissa Schools will have early release TOMORROW, Friday, Dec. 20 ahead of Winter Break. For a list of our early release times, as well as a note about how early release impacts bus drop-off, visit www.melissaisd.org/article/1930574.


Reminder: Heart for the Arts is tomorrow, Dec. 10, at MHS Symmetry Plaza! Starting at 5:30 p.m., enjoy student artwork, performances, and family-friendly activities like face painting, ornament making, and balloon animals. Don’t forget to bring chairs and blankets for the lawn! 🎶❤️
Afterward, don’t miss the Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade at 8:00 p.m. at Coach Kenny Deel Stadium. We look forward to seeing you there! 🎄✨


Thanks to the incredible support from the Melissa community during the Wipe Out Kids Cancer Football Classic that took place on August 31, enough funds were raised to supply pediatric cancer patients and their families with Buddy Bags at Medical City Children's Hospital for a full year. These bags provide essential items for families facing hospital stays following a cancer diagnosis. Your generosity makes a meaningful difference—thank you for coming together to support this important cause!


Reminder: Melissa Madness is tonight, Oct. 23, in the MHS Gym! Doors open at 6:30 p.m. as we kick off the 2024-2025 boys and girls basketball season with an introduction to the teams, live music, games, a scrimmage, and more! Come out and enjoy this fun, family event.


Cardinal Nation! Tomorrow is the day for the Community Parade and Pep Rally! Be sure to check out the map for parking and this year’s new parade route around Coach Kenny Deel Stadium. It’s sure to be a spectacular evening for the whole family. For all the details, visit www.melissaisd.org/homecoming. #RedRed #MelissaSchools #MHSRiseandShine


Congratulations to Diem Casselberry on an outstanding performance at the Cross Country District Meet, earning a spot in the Regional Championships on October 22nd! We’re proud of your hard work and can’t wait to cheer you on at Regionals.


Reminder: Melissa Schools will be closed for Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 2, 2024. Enjoy the extended weekend with your family. We look forward to seeing our Cardinals back at school on Tuesday, September 3!


The Lady Cardinals are headed to the State Championship! The 2024 UIL 5A Softball State Championships is scheduled for June 1 at 1:00 p.m. at Red & Charline McCombs Field. Let’s go Cardinals! 🥎🏆
🎥 For all Cardinals fans, the game will be live streamed at https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/uil/gamd2b27cb378.
🎟️ For more game information and how to purchase tickets, please visit http://www.melissaisd.org/tickets.
#MelissaSchools #REDRED #MHSRiseandShine


REMINDER: Melissa ISD will be closed on Monday, May 27 in observance of Memorial Day. Students will return to school on Tuesday, May 28.
Graphic Creds: MHS Practicum Graphic Design Student; Kara Jones


The Melissa High School Senior Walk for the Class of 2024 is scheduled for Tuesday, May 28. The event will kick off at 8:30 a.m. at Sumeer Elementary, followed by stops at Willow Wood Elementary at 9:15 a.m., Harry McKillop Elementary at 10:00 a.m., and concluding at North Creek Elementary at 10:45 a.m.
For more information, please visit www.melissaisd.org/seniors.


Students participating in athletics, band, cheerleading, colorguard, and/or dance for the 2024-2025 school year must complete all required UIL documentation this summer. For deadlines, forms, and more information: www.melissaisd.org/uil #MelissaSchools #REDRED


Road to State: After a great win last night, the Melissa Lady Cardinals are set to compete against Forney again in Game 2 of the Softball Regional Finals. The game is scheduled for Thursday, May 23 at 7:00 p.m. at Lovejoy High School. If a third game is necessary, it will be held on Saturday at 1:00 p.m. For ticket information, please visit www.melissaisd.org/tickets. 🥎 🎟️


Road to State: The Melissa Lady Cardinals are set to compete against Forney in the Regional Finals of the softball playoffs. This round includes two games, with a potential third if needed. The first game is scheduled for Tuesday, May 21 at 7:00 p.m. at Lovejoy High School. The second game will take place on either Wednesday or Thursday at 7:00 p.m., depending on the weather. Please continue to check our socials for updates on the date of the second game. If a third game is necessary, it will be held on Saturday at 1:00 p.m. For ticket information, please visit www.melissaisd.org/tickets. 🥎 🎟️


Road to State: The Melissa Lady Cardinals are set to compete against Forney in the Regional Finals of the softball playoffs. This round includes two games, with a potential third if needed. The first game is scheduled for Tuesday, May 21 at 7:00 p.m. at Lovejoy High School. The second game will take place on either Wednesday or Thursday at 7:00 p.m., depending on the weather. Please continue to check our socials for updates on the date of the second game. If a third game is necessary, it will be held on Saturday at 1:00 p.m. For ticket information, please visit www.melissaisd.org/tickets. Ticket information will be available soon. 🥎🎟️


Road to State + VOTE NOW: The Melissa Lady Cardinals will face Wakeland in the Regional Semi-Finals round of the softball playoffs. There will be two games, with the possibility of a third game. The first game will be on Wednesday, May 15 at 6:30 p.m. at Frisco Emerson High School. For details on the other two games and for information regarding tickets, please visit http://www.melissaisd.org/tickets. Ticket information will be coming soon. 🥎 🎟️
Additionally, make sure to vote for Hutton Adrian for Best Catcher in the Nation! Voting ends TOMORROW at 11:59 p.m. Vote at www.melissaisd.org/SoftballHuttonAdrianVote2024.
#MelissaSchools #REDRED #MHSRiseandShine


Good luck to the MHS Tennis athletes that are competing in the UIL Regional Tennis Meet tomorrow and Friday at the Melissa Z-Plex. Make sure to come out to cheer on our MHS Tennis Team! 🎾🏆
