
Lady Tigers Volleyball is back in action! šš¾
The Lady Tigers had a strong pre-season showing last night against the Rio Hondo Lady Bobcats at the Jim Norris Gymnasium. The Varsity team went 25-14, 25-17 and 25-13. Scores for the JV were 22-25, 25-18 and 15-11. Congratulations to both teams for their wins!
And, thank you to the community for the show of support as the athletes prepare for the upcoming district season! Go Lady Tigers! š
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Classroom engagement is 'cell-ebrated' at Mercedes High School! š±š§«š¬
Students in Ms. De Leon's biology class started this school year with hands-on learning as they viewed cells under microscopes, diving into cell types and cell structure. #MISDpride #MISDdrive #LearningInAction







Check out this 'Welcome Back to School' message from our Child Nutrition Services department! Mercedes ISD will once again participate in the Community Eligibility Provision, offering breakfast and lunch at no cost to students. šš„š„¬š„
Ā”Vea este mensaje de "Bienvenido de regreso a la escuela" de nuestro departamento de Servicios de Nutrición Infantil! Mercedes ISD participarĆ” una vez mĆ”s en la Disposición de Elegibilidad Comunitaria, ofreciendo desayuno y almuerzo sin costo para los estudiantes. šš„š„¬š„



A proud Tiger shoutout to the maintenance crew for their work in lining the Mighty Tiger Band's practice lot as the students gear up for their marching competition season! š¾š¶ #MISDpride #MISDteam #MISDfinearts #MISDmaintenancedepartment



Tomorrow's the day! We canāt wait to see our hallways filled with students again on Wednesday, August 14, for the first day of instruction! šš¾
Friendly Reminder: Meet the Teacher for ALL elementary schools will be held on Thursday, August 15. Be sure to check the flyer for more details. #MISDpride #MISDdrive #MISDcommunity
Ā”MaƱana es el dĆa! Ā”Estamos ansiosos por ver nuestros pasillos llenos de estudiantes nuevamente el miĆ©rcoles 14 de agosto, para el primer dĆa de clases! šš¾
Recordatorio amistoso: la reunión de maestros para TODAS las escuelas primarias se llevarÔ a cabo el jueves 15 de agosto. Asegúrese de consultar el folleto para obtener mÔs detalles.



Good afternoon, Mercedes ISD parents! As we begin another exciting school year, we want to remind you that if your child needs to take medication at school, a written doctor's order from a licensed healthcare provider in Texas is required for the school nurse to administer it. You can also have your doctor fax the order to 956-514-2130. Please reach out to the school nurse for more information. Wishing your child a healthy and successful year ahead!
Buenas tardes, padres de Mercedes ISD! Al comenzar otro emocionante aƱo escolar, queremos recordarles que si su hijo/a necesita tomar medicamentos en la escuela, se requiere una orden mĆ©dica escrita de un proveedor de atención mĆ©dica con licencia en Texas para que la enfermera de la escuela pueda administrarlos. Su mĆ©dico tambiĆ©n puede enviar la orden por fax al 956-514-2130. ComunĆquese con la enfermera de la escuela para obtener mĆ”s información. Ā”Les deseamos a su hijo un aƱo lleno de salud y Ć©xito!



Happening tomorrow! Join us for an out-of-this-world adventure at the 2nd Annual Earth x Space Celebration! šš This FREE community event (organized by The Garcia Bros x NRG Ink) will be held this Saturday, August 3 at John F. Kennedy Elementary School from 2-6 p.m. and will feature interactive exhibits, giveaways, and guest speaker Dr. Samuel Garcia, Jr. from NASA. āØ


Congratulations to Mercedes' own Dr. Jacob Howell for delivering an insightful presentation at the Region One ESC School Finance and Operations Conference! We are #MISDproud! šš #MISDpride #MISDdrive #MISDsuccess #MISDteam



Join us for an out-of-this-world adventure at the 2nd Annual Earth x Space Celebration! šš
This FREE community event (organized by The Garcia Bros x NRG INK) will be held on Saturday, August 3 at John F. Kennedy Elementary School from 2-6 p.m. and will feature interactive exhibits, giveaways, and guest speaker Dr. Samuel Garcia, Jr. from NASA. āØ
Please see the flyer for more event details. We hope to see you there! #MISDcommunity #MISDalumni


Mercedes ISD Families: The first day of instruction for the new school year is Wednesday, August 14, 2024ā¦thatās exactly three weeks away!
A reminder that online registration is still open. Register today at www.misdtx.net/registration. Need assistance? Our in-person registration will be held the first week of August at EVERY school. See the flyer for campus dates and times! ⬠#MISDpride #MISDdrive #MISDsuccess
Familias de Mercedes ISD: El primer dĆa de instrucción para el nuevo aƱo escolar es el miĆ©rcoles 14 de agosto de 2024... Ā”faltan exactamente tres semanas!
Un recordatorio de que la inscripción en lĆnea aĆŗn estĆ” abierta. RegĆstrese hoy en www.misdtx.net/registration. ĀæNecesita ayuda? Nuestra inscripción en persona se llevarĆ” a cabo la primera semana de agosto en CADA escuela. Ā”Vea el folleto para conocer las fechas y horarios del campus! ⬠#MISDpride #MISDdrive #MISDsuccess



Mercedes ISD families: Save the dates for the 2024-2025 Meet the Teacher nights!š
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Get ready to kick off the new school year, connect with teachers, and prepare for a great year ahead. Please view the below flyer for campus dates and times. We look forward to seeing everyone there! #MISDpride #MISDdrive #MISDsuccess #MISDcommunity
Familias de Mercedes ISD: Ā”Reserve las fechas para las noches Meet the Teacher 2024-2025!š
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PrepĆ”rese para iniciar el nuevo aƱo escolar, conĆ©ctese con maestros y prepĆ”rese para un gran aƱo por delante. Consulte el siguiente folleto para conocer las fechas y horarios del campus. Ā”Esperamos verlos a todos ahĆ!


Football season is around the corner for the Mercedes Tigers! šš
Reserve your spot in the annual football program now. Check out the flyer for more details.
Payments can be made at the Mercedes High School old gym (ticket box office) starting Tuesday, July 9.
- Tuesdays and Thursdays: 6 PM - 7 PM
- Wednesday, August 7th: 3 PM - 5 PM
**Note:** Closed on Thursday, July 18.
We can't wait to see our community come together for another season! #MISDproud


š¢ Attention all Parents/Guardians/Students š¢
As the district gears up for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year, we understand that timely information is crucial for a smooth start. šš« Please view the attached flyers for important details on in-person registration dates, campus uniform information, and school supply lists for the upcoming academic year.
š Registration Dates:
Mark your calendars for the registration dates! It's important that all students complete their registration process during the designated period to secure their spot for the new school year.
š Uniform Information:
We take pride in our school's uniform policy as it fosters a sense of unity and promotes an inclusive environment. Please review the specific uniform requirements to ensure your child is dressed appropriately for the school year.
āļø School Supply Lists:
To help your child succeed academically, we have prepared a comprehensive school supply list that covers all the essentials. These lists are tailored to each grade level to ensure students have the necessary tools to excel in their studies.
We're looking forward to a fantastic and productive year ahead! Remember, the first day of instruction is Wednesday, August 14, 2024. š #MISDpride #MISDdrive #MISDsuccess
š¢ Atención a todos los padres/tutores/estudiantes š¢
Mientras el distrito se prepara para el próximo aƱo escolar 2024-2025, entendemos que la información oportuna es crucial para un comienzo sin problemas. šš« Consulte los folletos adjuntos para obtener detalles importantes sobre las fechas de inscripción en persona, información sobre el uniforme del campus y listas de Ćŗtiles escolares para el próximo aƱo acadĆ©mico.
š Fechas de Inscripción:
Ā”Marque sus calendarios para las fechas de inscripción! Es importante que todos los estudiantes completen su proceso de inscripción durante el perĆodo designado para asegurar su lugar para el nuevo aƱo escolar.
š Información del uniforme:
Estamos orgullosos de la polĆtica de uniformes de nuestra escuela, ya que fomenta un sentido de unidad y promueve un ambiente inclusivo. Revise los requisitos de uniforme especĆficos para asegurarse de que su hijo estĆ© vestido apropiadamente para el aƱo escolar.
āļø Listas de Ćŗtiles escolares:
Para ayudar a su hijo a tener éxito académico, hemos preparado una lista completa de útiles escolares que cubre todos los elementos esenciales. Estas listas se adaptan a cada nivel de grado para garantizar que los estudiantes tengan las herramientas necesarias para sobresalir en sus estudios.
Ā”Esperamos tener un aƱo fantĆ”stico y productivo por delante! Recuerde, Ā”el primer dĆa de instrucción es el miĆ©rcoles 14 de agosto de 2024.š









āØFriendly reminder!!āØ
If you plan on attending tonightās graduation ceremony at Tiger Stadium, please note that the district will be enforcing its clear bag policy. In addition, please follow the 2024 Community Graduation Guidelines that are attached in the flyer below. ā¬
The student procession will commence at 7:00 p.m. and gates open at 6:00 p.m. for all visitors. We look forward to a memorable and safe celebration for everyone! šš
āØRecordatorio amistoso!!āØ
Si planea asistir a la ceremonia de graduación de esta noche en el Tiger Stadium, tenga en cuenta que el distrito aplicarĆ” su polĆtica de bolsas transparentes. AdemĆ”s, siga las Pautas de graduación comunitaria de 2024 que se adjuntan en el folleto a continuación. ā¬
La procesión estudiantil comenzarĆ” a las 19:00 horas. y las puertas se abren a las 6:00 p.m. para todos los visitantes. Ā”Esperamos una celebración memorable y segura para todos! šš




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Attention all incoming high school students who have been accepted to the P-TECH Academy: Makes plans to attend the Summer Bridge! #MISDpride #MHSptech


š¢ā Attention Mercedes ISD families: The Child Nutrition Services department announces that the Summer Meals Program will begin Monday, June 3, 2024. All children under 18 are eligible to receive FREE breakfast and lunch meals at the sites listed on the below flyer. ā¬
Grab your breakfast and lunch this summer with Mercedes ISD! #MISDpride #MISDcommunity
š¢ā Atención familias de Mercedes ISD: El departamento de Servicios de Nutrición Infantil anuncia que el Programa de Comidas de Verano comenzarĆ” el lunes 3 de junio de 2024. Todos los niƱos menores de 18 aƱos son elegibles para recibir desayunos y almuerzos GRATIS en los sitios que figuran en el siguiente folleto. ā¬
”Toma tu desayuno y almuerzo este verano con Mercedes ISD!


Mercedes ISD families: A reminder that there will be no classes on Monday, May 27, 2024 in observance of Memorial Day. All schools and administrative offices will be closed. Classes for students will resume on Tuesday, May 28, 2024.
Familias de Mercedes ISD: Un recordatorio de que no habrĆ” clases el lunes 27 de mayo de 2024 en conmemoración del DĆa de los CaĆdos. Todas las escuelas y oficinas administrativas estarĆ”n cerradas. Las clases para estudiantes se reanudarĆ”n el martes 28 de mayo de 2024.


Join us next week for a parent meeting at our local public library to learn more about the districtās Bilingual/ESL Program! š
The parent meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. at the Dr. Hector P. Garcia Memorial Library, 434 S. Ohio Ave. Your involvement and support play a crucial role in your studentās educational journey. š¤š We hope to see you there!
Ā”Ćnase a nosotros la próxima semana para una reunión de padres en nuestra biblioteca pĆŗblica local para aprender mĆ”s sobre el programa bilingüe/ESL del distrito! š
La reunión de padres se llevarĆ” a cabo el miĆ©rcoles 22 de mayo de 2024 a las 9:30 a. m. en la Biblioteca Conmemorativa Dr. Hector P. GarcĆa, 434 S. Ohio Ave. Su participación y apoyo juegan un papel crucial en el viaje educativo de su estudiante. š¤š Ā”Esperamos verte ahĆ!


Congratulations to the Mercedes FFA as they received their banners and awards at the 2023-2024 Citrus Valley District FFA Awards Banquet!
These students have worked incredibly hard all year, representing Mercedes ISD to the best of their abilities. The FFA is also proud to announce the installation of two new officers, Hector Zuniga and Kaitlyn Hendricks, as well as retired a very dedicated student, Alessandra Alvarado. The future looks bright for our Mercedes FFA students! #MISDpride #MISDdrive #MISDsuccess



Join us for an evening of celebration and team spirit at the 2023-2024 Sports Banquet, where we will recognize the accomplishments of our Mercedes ISD student-athletes! šš The banquet will be held Thursday, May 16, 2024, at the Mercedes High School Jim Norris gymnasium (new gym) starting at 6 p.m. The event is free for student-athletes, and parents/guests are welcome to join for $10 a ticket. Please call the Athletics office at 956-514-2049 for more information. We hope to see you there! #MISDpride #MISDdrive #MISDsuccess #MISDathletics
