Bridging Visions 🌟 Thank you to the Mercedes Chamber of Commerce for hosting a Welcome Reception for Superintendent Maria J. Chavez.
Ms. Chavez spoke to Chamber members, elected officials, MISD staff, students and community members about the united vision the district shares with the city - a vision where every student is offered an environment where they can grow and achieve their educational and career aspirations.
📢📅 Save the Date, MISD Parents! We invite you to join us on Tuesday, October 3 for a Community Presentation hosted by the Family and Community Engagement department about our school district's Strategy for Success for the 2023-2024 academic year. 📚🏫 Please see the below flyers for more details. Your involvement is key to our shared success!🤝 Don't miss this chance to make a positive impact. #MercedesISD #MISDcommunity #StrategyForSuccess
District leadership had the opportunity to connect with parents and community members yesterday evening as part of the Family and Community Engagement "Schools in Our Community" series. 🤝🏫
Topics included college, career, and military readiness opportunities, elementary focus on reading and math, attendance guidelines, the district's partnership with Nuestra Clinica del Valle, counseling services, anti-bullying initiatives, safety and security, and our collaborative efforts for student success.
Superintendent Ms. Maria J. Chavez would like to thank all district personnel in attendance and involved in planning our first "Schools in Our Community" event and our host parents for their tremendous hospitality. The next series will be held Tuesday, Oct. 3 at 6 p.m. at 10223 W. Mercedes Drive, Mercedes.
Nuestro primer evento "Escuelas En Nuestra Comunidad" fue un éxito. Vengan escuchar las estrategias para el éxito para nuestros hijos e hijas. ¡Únase a nuestro próximo!
What a showing at the district-wide Elementary Cross-Country meet!🏃♂️🏃♀️🏃♂️🏃♀️
Fourth and fifth grade students from all four elementary schools gathered at the Mercedes High School practice field to see which campus would come out on top. This was the third year the schools have participated in the meet, and it was a great highlight of pride and sportsmanship for Mercedes ISD.
Thank you to the coaches and athletic trainers for keeping the students safe and hydrated and to the parents and family members who came to show their support. Congratulations to all the participants!🏆🎉🐅
PURPLE OUT! 💜⚙ It's the first day of National GEAR UP Week and Mercedes ISD students are proudly wearing purple attire in celebration of Region One GEAR UP!
Check out the flyers for more details about the 12th Grade GEAR UP Parent Meeting (and LOTERIA fun!) scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 26 at 5:30 p.m.
🚨MISD Community Reminder!🚨
Join us Tuesday, Sept. 26 at 6 p.m. for a Mercedes ISD Presentation about our "Strategy for Success" for the 2023-2024 school year.
🎉 Drumroll, please! 🎉 Let's give a huge shoutout to the MAA Students of the Week! Not only are they academic Rockstars, but also embody the spirit of good citizenship that makes Mercedes Academic Academy shine bright! Your hard work and kind hearts make everyone proud to be part of the MAA family! 🌟 #StudentOfTheWeek #HardWorkPaysOff #MercedesAcademicAcademyHighSchool #SimplytheBEST
We thank Behavioral Health Solutions of South Texas for being an impactful and reliable source of information for Mercedes students!
Ms. Zuniga gave an important presentation on substance abuse to students from the Mercedes Academic Academy. All week, middle school and high school students have heard from health professionals about the causes and effects of drug addiction.
Together, educators and families can work to send strong and consistent messages to all students about addiction awareness.
Congratulations to Alondra Alvarado for reaching the AR Associates Reading Level. She has read 473,646 words. What a fantastic accomplishment - your enthusiasm and dedication to reading shines bright! Next reading level is Bachelors. Good luck with your future reading goals. 🌟📚🐅 #MercedesISD #MISDproud
It's almost time for National GEAR UP Week! Follow along as we celebrate the success of our students and GEAR UP’s commitment to helping our youth be college and career ready. #GEARUPworks
MISD would like to recognize the students from W.B. Travis Elementary who led the Pledge of Allegiance and Texas Pledge at last night's Board of Trustees meeting. They were accompanied by Principal Elva Rivera and Vice-Principal Hilda Vasquez.
Isabella Flores is the daughter of proud parents, Kristen Castillo and Juan Flores. And, Sebastian Gonzalez is the son of proud parents, Jennifer Mascorro and Pablo Gonzalez. A big thank you for setting such a wonderful tone for the meeting and the 2023-2024 school year. 🌟
Happy National IT Professionals Day! 🌟🖥
Shout out to our IT team (a few pictured below) for all they do to keep us connected and running smoothly day in and day out. 👏🏆
From setting up devices to maintaining networks, these professionals ensure that our digital lives are secure and seamless and work tirelessly to provide students, teachers and staff with access to the latest technology. 🌐🛠. We're incredibly grateful for all you do!
Local author and teacher Rosanna Elizondo-Villarreal shared her delightful book “Lenny the Library Book” with Taylor Elementary students yesterday afternoon. 📖✨ After a read-aloud, students dived into an activity inspired by the book’s characters.
The campus also welcomed staff members from the Dr. Hector P. Garcia Memorial Library as part of Library Card Sign Up Month. 📚🎉
Thank you to everyone who made this Author’s Visit a success! Let’s keep the love for reading alive in our school district. 📖❤️ #MISDpride
What a way to start the morning! 🌄✨
The Mercedes Early College Academy’s Class of 2024 gathered at Tiger Stadium for their Senior Sunrise event in honor of the beginning of their final year of high school. 🌅🎓
Keep reaching for those goals, and we're wishing the entire Class of 2024 many happy memories and success. #MercedesISD #MECA #Classof2024 #SeniorSunrise
We're sharing this "Apps & Emojis Parents Should Know About" reference guide to help Mercedes ISD parents and families understand how emojis can be linked to illegal drugs. 🚫🔍
Your child's online safety matters. Please keep an eye on the content they interact with on social media. 📱💬 Together, we can ensure a safer digital environment for Mercedes students. #MercedesISD #ParentalAwareness #OnlineSafety
Thank you MECA families and students for joining us at last night’s Senior Parent Meeting! 🙌✨
MECA staff and South Texas College Dual Credit program reps provided important information regarding graduation deadlines, tips to maintain a strong GPA, utilizing available resources, financial preparation, FASFA and much more. Keep reaching for your goals, Class of 2024! 🎓🐅 #MercedesISD #MECA #Classof2024 #MISDcommunity
Attention Mercedes students, join your dedicated school nurses as they lead an honest discussion 🩺🗣 about the causes and effects of drug addiction.
Your health and well-being matter to us, and this talk is designed to keep you informed and safe. 💪🧡 #MercedesISD #MercedesISDhealthservices #HealthMedTalks
LETTER FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT
MISD Parents and families📚🏫 : Check out the latest letter from our Superintendent of School, Ms. Maria J. Chavez about vital information regarding the Attendance Policy and Procedures for the 2023-2024 school year. 📆 We kindly request that all parents join us in emphasizing the importance of regular school attendance with you children. Together, we ensure a successful school year for our students. 🤝🌟 #MISDcommunity #SchoolYearSuccess
Early learning matters! Enrollment for the Mercedes ISD Pre-K 3 & 4 program is currently ongoing for the 2023-2024 school year, so parents still have an opportunity to enroll their child.
Early childhood education sets the foundation for the necessary cognitive, social, emotional and physical development essential for future success. 🌱💡
To be eligible, a child must be at least 3 or 4 years of age on or before September 1 of the current school year. Ready to enroll? To learn more contact the campuses listed or visit misdtx.net/registration for online registration.
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