Mercedes ISD

Join us for the Lady Tigers Softball Camp on Monday, June 16 at the Mercedes High School Softball Field. 🥎🐾 This one-day camp is open to incoming 2nd-6th grade girls and will offer hands-on skill-building! 📅 Date: June 16, 2025 ⏰ Time: 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. 📍 Location: MHS Softball Field, 202 Prosperity Dr. 💵 Camp Fee: $10 (cash only, pay at the gate) ✅ Space is limited! Please register by June 10th. For more information contact alexis.deleon@misdtx.net

Middle school students are diving into hands-on STEM learning at this week’s GEAR UP Summer Camp! With support from GEAR UP Region One and guidance from Camp Instructor Carlos Esquivel, students are practicing coding, math, and problem-solving through LEGO kits. 🔧📚 Students are also building college readiness with activities like College Bingo and interactive lessons that provide a college-ready environment. This summer marks the launch of our second GEAR UP grant—Cohort of 2030—as we close out the journey of our 2024 cohort. Thank you to GEAR UP facilitators Yvette Reyes and Adela Davila for years of dedication and mentorship! “It has been a pleasure to see our students literally grow up before our eyes as we guide and mentor them for seven years up to their first year in college.” – GEAR UP facilitators We’re #MISDproud to continue building pathways to higher education through programs like GEAR UP!

Graduation is just days away, Mercedes ISD families! 🎓✨🐾 Please see our Graduation Ceremony invitation for event details. Also attached are the 2025 Community Graduation Ceremony Guidelines, which includes the Tiger Stadium Clear Bag Policy and the various items that guests are allowed to bring to the event. Congratulations, Class of 2025! We can't wait to see you cross the stage! #MISDpride ¡La graduación está a solo unos días, familias del Distrito Escolar Independiente de Mercedes! 🎓✨🐾 Consulten nuestra invitación a la Ceremonia de Graduación para obtener más detalles. También se adjuntan las Pautas para la Ceremonia de Graduación Comunitaria 2025, que incluyen la Política de Bolsas Transparentes del Estadio Tiger y los diversos artículos que los invitados pueden traer al evento. ¡Felicidades, Generación 2025! ¡Estamos deseando verlos subir al escenario! ¡Estamos ansiosos por verlos subir al escenario! #MISDpride

🎭✨ Summer Theater Opportunity 🎭✨ Mercedes ISD is proud to present a Summer Theater Production of: TWINderella, a fun and imaginative take on a classic tale! Open to current 2nd–6th grade students, this hands-on experience brings together storytelling, creativity, and performance as part of our continued focus on the arts and our district-wide STEAM+ vision. 🎭🎨🎶 Spots are limited, scan the QR code on the flyer below to register today! #MISDpride #MISDfinearts #MISDsummerprograms

Mercedes ISD families: A reminder that there will be no classes on Monday, May 26, 2025 in observance of Memorial Day. All schools and administrative offices will be closed. Classes for students will resume on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. Familias de Mercedes ISD: Un recordatorio de que no habrá clases el lunes 26 de mayo de 2025 en conmemoración del Día de los Caídos. Todas las escuelas y oficinas administrativas estarán cerradas. Las clases para estudiantes se reanudarán el martes 27 de mayo de 2025.

🌿 Growing Together: Students, Schools & Community! 🌿 A huge Tiger Shoutout to the incredible students from Mercedes Academic Academy who are planting more than just seeds—they’re planting change. 👏✨ In partnership with Keep Mercedes Beautiful and the newly launched MAA Gardening Club, these young leaders stepped up and presented their vision to the committee, laying the groundwork (literally and figuratively) for a brighter, greener future. Their goal? Strengthen the connection between school and city, promote student well-being, and boost community involvement through hands-on gardening and sustainability projects. 💚🌎 This is what leadership, collaboration, and community spirit look like—and we couldn’t be prouder. Let’s keep growing, together. 🌱#MISDpride #MISDcommunity #MAAGardeningClub #StudentLeadership

After a year of dedication and hard work, 160 talented 7th and 8th grade band and orchestra students from Sgt. Manuel Chacon Middle School and Sgt. William G. Harrell Middle Schools recently spent the day at Six Flags, building memories, friendships, and team spirit along the way! From rehearsals to performances, and now a little well-earned bonding time between the schools, we’re #MISDproud of our students, directors, and entire team! 🐾🎶

🎶✨ Congratulations to the members of the 2025 Mercedes Color Guard team and captains, Marissa and Raquel! We are #MISDproud to see the team continue to grow and shine this fall season!

Join us in celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week! 🍎✏️📚🐾 We’re proud to shine a spotlight on the educators of Mercedes ISD who go above and beyond to instill a love of learning in all our students. Thank you for guiding, inspiring, and shaping their future, confidence, and success! Your dedication leaves a lasting impact in every classroom and on every campus. #MISDpride #MISDteam

SOLD OUT! 🎟️📢 The tickets for the Lady Tigers vs. Rio Grande City Lady Rattlers Area playoff game on Friday, May 2 at 7 p.m. at the Sharyland High School softball field are no longer available. The game has reached full capacity, and no tickets will be sold at the gate. Thank you for your support, Tiger fans! 🐾

The Lady Tigers varsity softball team is headed to the UIL Bi-District Playoffs! 🥎👏 Come out and support the Lady Tigers as they take on the McAllen Lady Bulldogs on Friday, April 25 at 6:30 p.m. at the McAllen High School Softball Field, 2021 La Vista Ave., McAllen. 🎟️ You can purchase tickets here: https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/mcallen/L2VtYmVkL2V2ZW50LzE1OA== Let’s rally behind the team as they continue to represent our district with teamwork, unity, and Tiger Pride! 🐾🐯

📢 Friendly reminder: The MISD Parent and Family Engagement's EGG-Stravaganza event is happening TODAY, Thursday, April 17, 2025, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Mercedes High School new gym, 1200 S. Florida. (Entrance will be through 10th Street or FM 491/Rio Rico Rd.) We hope to see you there! 📢 Recordatorio amistoso: ¡El evento EGG-Stravaganza de Participación de Padres y Familias de MISD se lleva a cabo HOY, jueves 17 de abril de 2025, a partir de las 5:30 p.m. en el gimnasio nuevo de Mercedes High School, ubicado en 1200 S. Florida. (La entrada será por la calle 10 o por FM 491/Rio Rico Rd.) ¡Esperamos verlos ahí!

It is with deep sorrow that Mercedes ISD shares the heartbreaking news of the passing of Mr. Ernest Treviño, a dedicated educator and cherished member of the Mercedes Early College Academy team. As we continue to keep the family of Mr. Ernest Treviño in our thoughts and prayers, we respectfully share the following service arrangements in honor of his life and legacy, along with a message from Superintendent Dr. Benjamin Clinton.

📢 The Town Hall meetings with Superintendent Dr. Clinton are set for this week! We hope you can join us! 🤝 📢 ¡Las Reuniones Comunitarias con el Superintendente Dr. Clinton se llevarán a cabo esta semana! ¡Esperamos que nos pueda acompañar! 🤝

📢🌟 Try out for the Mercedes Colorguard! Mercedes ISD invites all incoming 8th–11th grade students to try out for the Mercedes Colorguard! No experience is required—just bring your energy and school spirit. Tryout: 📅 April 28–May 1, 2025 📍 Location: MHS Band Hall 🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM For questions, contact the directors eduardo.rivas@misdtx.net or jennifer.salinas@misdtx.net.

📢 The Mercedes Debonnaires have extended the deadline for the 2025-2026 Tryouts Application to: 📅 Monday, April 7, 2025 at 4 pm. Applications must be submitted to your campus principal. Mercedes ISD students in grades 8-11th are welcome to apply! If you need immediate assistance, please email: Jessica.Lopez@misdtx.net

📣📚 Attention Mercedes ISD Community: The online registration window for the 2025–2026 school year is officially open! Families with new or returning students can now complete enrollment forms online for a smooth start to the upcoming school year. Click here to begin: misdtx.net/registration. 📣 📚 ¡Atención Comunidad Mercedes ISD: ¡El plazo de inscripción en línea para el año escolar 2025-2026 ya está abierto! Las familias con estudiantes nuevos o que regresan ya pueden completar los formularios de inscripción en línea para un inicio sin contratiempos del próximo año escolar. Haga clic aquí para comenzar: misdtx.net/registration.

🌟April is National Autism Acceptance Month! 🌟 At Mercedes ISD, we stand together in support of inclusivity, understanding, acceptance and kindness for all. We are #MISDproud of our students, families, educators, and staff who help build learning environments where every student is seen, heard, and valued. 📅𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐦 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐫📅 Hosted by the MHS Criminal Justice Club, in partnership with the MISD Special Education Department and the Mercedes PD: 🗓 Saturday, April 5, 2025 ⏰ 4:00–8:00 p.m. 📍 H-E-B Park (Mercedes Civic Center), 520 E. 2nd St. 🆕📢 At the event, families will be able to register individuals with disabilities with the City of Mercedes, helping first responders identify and better support those with special needs during emergencies. With Teamwork, Unity, and Tiger Pride, we move forward together! 🐾

🎵 Calling All Future Tiger Musicians! 🎺🎻 Elementary and middle school students interested in joining middle school Band or Orchestra for the 2025-2026 school year can scan the QR code on the below flyers or visit these links: 🎺 Band: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeHnvwE7EDkMizMcPeMzBJMxEOs4QCo0BsE0qtWvS4lYQjCWQ/viewform?pli=1&fbclid=IwY2xjawJX7UdleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHYUbdPxIhFbxnsWEMfP9QlopDTtKR2HxWVMJ4UqGa2gA57pmpONCXvlPbA_aem_cccveeuUVXSUnLCkYcPrXQ 🎻 Orchestra: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd1MPOW65b7eSjT_6x8_4bAD3_eMtD5tLPn1c41NftNB2logQ/viewform?fbclid=IwY2xjawJX7UlleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHcbuNGttFGAiu1Xd3VQtRn0b4Nj6gbqPaXLfY0-nwxn7iHJ5kKWvdWMw8g_aem_3NvCza41mJEdBAazo8dpHQ 🎼 No experience needed – Whether they want to try brass, woodwind, percussion, or strings, there’s a place for all students! From learning to play an instrument to traveling and making new friends, this is the chance to create music and memories. 🎶 #MISDpride #MISDfinearts

🎉 Congratulations to our UIL Academic Team on an exceptional season! 🐾✏️ Mercedes ISD is incredibly proud of the hard work, dedication, and commitment our students showed throughout the school year — especially at the District 32-5A UIL Academic District Meet this past weekend. 🌟 Special recognitions include: 📚 Editorial Writing • 2nd – Audrey Cavazos (Advancing to Regionals) • 5th – Abrianna Galindo • 6th – Karina Gonzalez • 6th –Zachary Sanchez 📰 Headline Writing • 1st – Zachary Sanchez (Advancing to Regionals) • 3rd – Adrian Gonzalez (Advancing to Regionals) And an extra round of applause to our Literary Criticism Team for earning 1st Place! 🏆The team consists of Zachary Sanchez (4th place), Isabella Gavia (5th place), Juan Esquivel (6th place), and Carlie Rabel. The entire team advances to Regionals in San Antonio, April 25–26!👏 “Your effort, perseverance, and teamwork have truly paid off, and we couldn’t be more grateful for each of you,” said Rube Pena Hinojosa, UIL Academic Coordinator of the entire team. We are #MISDproud!