Early Voting begins TODAY! Melissa ISD wants all voters and community members to be informed about the bond election. Go to www.melissaisdbond.com to find everything you need to know before casting your vote. Early voting continues through April 29th.
Reminder: There will be no school on Friday, April 18, 2025, as Melissa ISD will be closed. Enjoy the long weekend—we’ll see our Cardinals back on Monday, April 21! 🌸 🌼
Melissa Middle School artists had an outstanding showing at the Junior VASE Scholastic Art Event on Saturday, April 12 in Plano! Thirteen students presented original artwork, earning 16 gold medals and receiving the highest possible rating of 4 across the board. A special shoutout to Aubrey Wilson, who earned a prestigious Platinum Award for her piece—one of the top honors of the event. Congratulations to these talented students and to the dedicated MMS art teachers who supported them every step of the way! 🎨🥇
🔗 To read more about this incredible achievement, please visit www.melissaisd.org/article/2153471.
Early voting begins next week! Want to know what’s included in the May 2025 Melissa ISD bond? Visit www.melissaisdbond.com for early voting dates, tax info, FAQs, and more.
💡 School Funding 101: What’s the difference between M&O and I&S? Check out the graphic below to learn how school funding works in Texas public schools. MISD has determined that the proposed bond will not result in a tax rate increase. The district will maintain the Interest and Sinking (I&S) tax rate at its current level of $0.50 per $100 of property valuation. Learn more at www.melissaisdbond.com
Melissa ISD is growing fast! Check out a few quick facts about the projected growth in our district. See how MISD is planning for the future at www.MelissaISDBond.com 📈🏫 #MelissaSchools
📈 The May 2025 Melissa ISD Bond addresses student growth, facility improvements, and technology and security updates. Check out what’s included and learn more at www.melissaisdbond.com
#MelissaSchools #MelissaBond2025
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!
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!
2025-2026 ECMS Cheerleader/Mascot Interest Meeting
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! 🎄✨
Join us on Monday, Nov. 4 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at the Melissa High School IB Center for an informational session on the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). This meeting is for students and parents of 6th-9th graders interested in learning more about the MYP experience at Melissa Middle School and the DP at Melissa High School. If you can’t make the November 4 meeting, there will be another opportunity on Monday, December 2, 2024, at the same time and location. For additional details, visit www.melissaisd.org/ib. We look forward to seeing you there!
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
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
Melissa Middle School parents and guardians are invited to Sit With Us on Tuesday, September 17 at 9 a.m. Sit With Us meetings provide parents/guardians with an opportunity to come together and discuss new ideas, concerns, and potential solutions regarding matters at Melissa Schools. To learn more about Sit With Us, visit http://www.melissaisd.org/sitwithus.
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 Melissa Middle School Theatre kicked off the new school year with an inspiring performance of It's Our Time for the staff at Melissa Middle School and Sixth Grade Center during their second week of Academy Professional Development. Thank you to the talented students and directors for setting a positive tone for the exciting year ahead!
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
The Melissa Middle School Band program showcased their talent at the 2024 UIL Junior High Band Contest with four bands in competition. Wind Ensemble, the 8th grade band, and both 7th grade bands took the stage on March 26-27. All four Melissa Middle School triumphantly secured the sweepstakes trophy, earning an impressive total of 24 1st division ratings. The future is bright for the Mighty Cardinal Band! 🥁🎶🏆
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