๐๐ Honoring our South Texas College Dual Credit graduates!!
Congratulations to the Mercedes ISD seniors who walked the stage on Friday at the Spring 2024 STC Commencement ceremony weeks before their own high school graduation!
These dedicated students have demonstrated commitment to excellence and academic achievement, all while balancing extracurricular activities, jobs, and family/community commitments.
We are #MISDproud of all their achievements! #MISDdrive #MISDsuccess #STCjaguars #STCdualcredit #STCgraduation2024










Mercedes Early College Academy RGV LEAD Student Ambassadors had the opportunity to attend the Spring Leadership workshop at the South Texas College Mid-Valley campus recently. Senior Ambassador students received their Certificate of Completion plaques for being part of the RGV LEAD, and all students received a professional photo shoot and a resume workshop!
RGV LEAD offers invaluable opportunities for our students to develop leadership skills, engage in professional workshops and build their resumes. Way to celebrate the Spring semester, MECA Ambassadors! #MISDpride #MISDdrive #MISDsuccess









Join us in celebrating Mr. Oscar Rodriguez, Mercedes Ag Mechanics Instructor and STC Dual Enrollment Welding Instructor, who was named "Educator of the Year" by the Mercedes Area Chamber of Commerce! Recognized for his outstanding work in CTE and agricultural mechanics, Mr. Rodriguez was presented with his award by Mercedes High School Principal David Aguirre and Director of CTE Juan Garza. Mr. Rodriguez's dedication and impact on students make us #MISDproud!

A big Tiger shout out to the Mercedes High School RGV LEAD Ambassadors for their outstanding efforts during their recent Blood Drive. In conjunction with Vitalant Blood Services, the students not only met but exceeded their goals, showcasing their commitment to service and community.
A special thank you to all the ambassadors who attended and assisted throughout the day, as well as the individuals responsible for making the event possible - from MHS Admin team, teachers, custodians and security guards. Way to go above and beyond, MHS! Your dedication is making a real difference in your community. #MISDpride #MISDdrive #MISDsuccess










The 2024 Bond features a proposed project for construction of a gymnasium, locker/dressing rooms at Sgt. William G. Harrell Middle School if voters approve Proposition A on the ballot.
TODAY is Election Day. Polls opened at 7am and will be open until 7pm today, Saturday, May 4. You can view Election Day polling locations at misdtx.net/bond.
El Bono 2024 presenta un proyecto propuesto para la construcciรณn de un gimnasio, casilleros/vestidores en Sgt. Escuela Intermedia William G. Harrell si los votantes aprueban la Proposiciรณn A en la boleta.
Hoy es el dรญa de las elecciones. Las encuestas abrieron a las 7 a.m. y estarรกn abiertas hasta las 7pm de hoy, sรกbado 4 de mayo. Puede ver ubicaciones de votaciรณn del dรญa de las elecciones en Misdtx.net/bono.

The Mercedes ISD Health Services department convened its monthly meeting recently, focusing on preparations for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. Our nurses warmly welcomed representatives from the Hidalgo County Health Department to discuss immunization requirements for the new academic term. Furthermore, the Texas Department of State Health Services delivered a vital presentation on raising awareness about meningitis. A heartfelt thank you to our diligent nurses for their proactive dedication to fostering a healthy and safe environment for our students and staff.
Remember, online registration for the 2024-2025 school year is ongoing! Visit misdtx.net/registration for more information. #MISDpride #MISDdrive #MISDsuccess



Students at Mercedes High School had the opportunity to try out the Child Nutrition Servicesโ new "Chicken Fajita Fiesta Bowl" as part of the department's ongoing efforts to create and introduce new nutritious and student-centric meals to the school menu. ๐ฝ Thank you for being part of the process, MHS!






Welcoming the newest Mighty Tiger Band members! ๐ถ ๐พ
The first day of Freshmen Band Camp was held recently, and directors were eager to introduce the freshmen musicians to their journey in the fine arts program. ๐ท๐บ #MISDpride #MISDdrive #MISDsuccess #MISDfinearts






BOND FACT: The 2024 Bond features a project proposal for outdoor recreational turf areas at all elementary schools for the daily use for recreation, physical activities, and the social/emotional development of students if voters approve Proposition A on the ballot. For more information on proposed projects under the 2024 bond, please visit misdtx.net/bond.
DATO DEL BONO: El Bono 2024 presenta una propuesta de proyecto para รกreas de cรฉsped recreativas al aire libre en todas las escuelas primarias para el uso diario para recreaciรณn, actividades fรญsicas y el desarrollo social/emocional de los estudiantes si los votantes aprueban la Propuesta A en la boleta. Para obtener mรกs informaciรณn sobre los proyectos propuestos bajo el bono 2024, visite misdtx.net/bono.

What a school year itโs been for the Mercedes High School RGV LEAD Ambassadors! โจ๐ The Ambassadors recently attended their Spring Leadership Workshop at the South Texas College Mid-Valley campus. Graduating seniors also received their Certificate of Completion for being part of the RGV LEAD program. These students not only demonstrated leadership qualities throughout the year, but are also gaining invaluable skills in teamwork, communication, and community engagement through their involvement in the RGV LEAD program. We are #MISDproud!
BOND FACT: Safety and security is on the ballot as part of Proposition A of the 2024 Bond election.
If approved by voters, proposed bond projects at campuses would include upgrades to campus fire alarm systems, renovation of the office and lobby area at Sgt. Manuel Chacon Middle School to secure visitors and parents within a monitored area, security doors at multiple campuses, and access control (to ensure safety mandate compliance.) Find more information and the full list of proposed safety and security projects at misdtx.net/bond.
DATO SOBRE LOS BONOS: La seguridad y la protecciรณn estรกn en la boleta como parte de la Proposiciรณn A de la elecciรณn de Bonos de 2024.
Si los votantes lo aprueban, los proyectos de bonos propuestos en los campus incluirรญan mejoras a los sistemas de alarma contra incendios del campus, renovaciรณn de la oficina y el รกrea del vestรญbulo en Sgt. Manuel Chacรณn Middle School para proteger a los visitantes y padres dentro de un รกrea monitoreada, puertas de seguridad en mรบltiples campus y control de acceso (para garantizar el cumplimiento del mandato de seguridad). Encuentre mรกs informaciรณn y la lista completa de proyectos de seguridad propuestos en misdtx.net/bono.

Highlighting academic excellence at the Mercedes Early College Academy! ๐๐
Congratulations to all the MECA students who were inducted into the National Honor Society during last weekโs ceremony. The studentsโ dedication to scholarship, leadership, service, and character sets an outstanding example for all. #MISDpride #MISDdrive #MISDsuccess





Mercedes student musicians, along with their dedicated teachers, recently joined flute players from across the region for the first rehearsal of the National Flute Association RGV Fiesta Flute Choir. ๐ถ๐
These flautists have secured a spot for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to perform with a choir of this size at the 2024 National Flute Association Convention in San Antonio this August.
Bravo to our Mighty Tiger flute players for proudly representing our district and the entire RGV! We are #MISDproud! ๐ถ๐







There are two days left in Early Voting, Monday, April 29, 2024 and Tuesday, April 30, 2024 and the $48,125,000 Mercedes ISD 2024 Bond referendum is on the ballot. Voting sites in Mercedes include: Mercedes Civic Center, 7 a.m. โ 7 p.m., and all Hidalgo County polling locations.
BOND FACT: Proposed projects on Proposition A of the Mercedes ISD 2024 Bond election include addressing facility needs, such as roof replacements and HVAC upgrades to campuses and district buildings, which are projected to provide a 20-year impact to operational needs. For more 2024 Bond information, visit www.misdtx.net/bond.
Quedan dos dรญas para la votaciรณn anticipada, el lunes 29 de abril de 2024 y el martes 30 de abril de 2024, y el referรฉndum del bono 2024 de Mercedes ISD por $48,125,000 estรก en la boleta. Los sitios de votaciรณn en Mercedes incluyen: Mercedes Civic Center, de 7 a. m. a 7 p. m., y todos los lugares de votaciรณn del condado de Hidalgo.
DATO DEL BONO: Los proyectos propuestos en la Proposiciรณn A de la elecciรณn de Bonos de Mercedes ISD de 2024 incluyen abordar las necesidades de las instalaciones, como reemplazos de techos y mejoras de HVAC en los campus y edificios del distrito, que se proyecta que brindarรกn un impacto de 20 aรฑos a las necesidades operativas. Para obtener mรกs informaciรณn sobre el Bono 2024, visite www.misdtx.net/bono.


Save the date! ๐
This is a reminder to attend our IN-PERSON SHAC (Student Health Advisory Council) meeting on Wednesday, May 15, at the Mercedes ISD Auditorium, 837 S. Ohio.
For more details, check out the flyer below or reach out to our Student Services department at 956-825-6111. Let's work together for a healthier school community. ๐ค๐พ #MISDpride #MISDhealthservices #MISDcommunity
ยกReserva! ๐
Este es un recordatorio para asistir a nuestra reuniรณn EN PERSONA de SHAC (Consejo Asesor de Salud Estudiantil) el miรฉrcoles 15 de mayo en el Auditorio de Mercedes ISD, 837 S. Ohio.
Para obtener mรกs detalles, consulte el folleto a continuaciรณn o comunรญquese con nuestro departamento de Servicios Estudiantiles al 956-825-6111. Trabajemos juntos por una comunidad escolar mรกs saludable. ๐ค๐พ #MISDpride #MISDhealthservices #MISDcommunity

Congratulations to the Mercedes FFA Livestock Judging Team for their performance at the state-level contest at College Station as they proudly represented MISD! ๐๐
The team placed 27th overall out of 103 chapters at the State CDE Competition, earning Third Place in Area and First Place in District. State-wide, there are over 1,050 FFA Chapters in Texas. This year also marked the first time in Mercedes history that the Horse Judging Team qualified for State.
A huge Tiger shoutout to the students, Advisor Eduardo Salinas, and all families and supporters, for their hard work and dedication. We are #MISDproud of the efforts these team members have shown throughout the CDE season!
Mercedes ISD: Pride, Drive, Success.


It was day of joy and imagination as all four elementary campuses celebrated Dia De Los Niรฑos! ๐โจ
Dia De Los Niรฑos stresses the importance of acceptance and appreciation for all children while emphasizing literacy and reading. Thank you to guest Dr. ET and everyone who participated and showed our students the value of character and community...all while having a blast! #MISDpride #MISDdrive #MISDsuccess
ยกFue un dรญa de alegrรญa e imaginaciรณn cuando los cuatro campus de primaria celebraron el Dรญa De Los Niรฑos! ๐โจ
Dia De Los Niรฑos enfatiza la importancia de la aceptaciรณn y el aprecio por todos los niรฑos mientras enfatiza la alfabetizaciรณn y la lectura. Gracias al invitado Dr. ET y a todos los que participaron y mostraron a nuestros estudiantes el valor del carรกcter y la comunidad... ยกtodo mientras se divertรญan! #MISDpride #MISDdrive #MISDsuccess




๐ข Important Reminder: Eighth grade students who have been accepted to the P-TECH Academy at Mercedes High School will need to attend orientation. Please see flyer for more details!
๐ข Recordatorio importante: los estudiantes de octavo grado que hayan sido aceptados en la Academia P-TECH en Mercedes High School deberรกn asistir a orientaciรณn. ยกConsulte el folleto para obtener mรกs detalles!

Join us for an informative Parent Session, hosted by the Mercedes ISD Bilingual/ESL program, featuring Nuestra Clinica Del Valle - Mercedes, to learn more about healthcare services available to our community. The event will be held Thursday, April 25, 2024 at the MISD Auditorium, 837 S. Ohio Ave., at 9:30 a.m. . We look forward to seeing you there!
รnase a nosotros para una sesiรณn informativa para padres, organizada por el programa bilingรผe/ESL de Mercedes ISD, que presenta Nuestra Clรญnica Del Valle - Mercedes, para aprender mรกs sobre los servicios de atenciรณn mรฉdica disponibles para nuestra comunidad. El evento se llevarรก a cabo el jueves 25 de abril de 2024 en el Auditorio de MISD, 837 S. Ohio Ave., a las 9:30 a. m. Esperamos verlos allรญ!

It was an inspirational morning yesterday for 115 MECA students and P-TECH/STEM students from MHS as they attended a special screening of 'A Million Miles Away' at Bert Ogden Arena and heard from the first migrant farmworker turned NASA Astronaut Jose M. Hernandez. MECA student Alexakay Pena even had the opportunity to ask Astronaut Hernandez a question and received an autographed book.
A special thank you to Region One Education Service Center for providing our students with this eye-opening experience, showing them the endless possibilities that lie ahead! ๐โจ๐ #MISDpride #MISDdrive #MISDsuccess










