Capturing memories and milestones! Mercedes High School seniors posed this week for their traditional cap and gown portraits, looking every bit the part of proud graduates-to-be. 🐅🎓
Keep reaching for your goals, Class of 2024! 🌟
Mercedes ISD: Pride, Drive, Success.
Getting STAAR ready! 🌟
Mercedes High School students recently participated in a Senior Workshop led by Ms. Martha Morales to review different strategies that they can implement to help prepare them for the English I and English II STAAR tests.
Students were actively engaged in learning effective approaches for both reading and writing domains, and we'd like to give a special Tiger shout out to our English teachers for taking the lead to empower our students. Let’s continue to motivate them as they gear up for their STAAR testing next month! #MISDpride #MISDdrive #MISDsuccess
Congratulations to the Varsity Mercedes Mighty Tiger band for their performance at the Harlingen Band Festival! The band earned a Firsf division for both concert and sight reading performances as they continue to polish their music for the UIL evaluation next Thursday. #MISDpride #MISDdrive #MISDsuccess 🐅🎵
Did you know, through our new partnership with Varsity Tutors for Schools, all Mercedes ISD students can now use 24/7 On-Demand Chat Tutoring? 📚🖥
When help is needed, our students can connect with a highly qualified expert tutor, day or night. Learning has never been more flexible! Students can easily access Varsity Tutors by going to their Clever account. #MISDpride #MISDdrive #MISDsuccess #MISDpartners
🎭🌟 Bravo to the Mercedes One-Act Play cast and crew for their exceptional performance of Henreik Ibsen's “A Doll's House” One Act Adaptation by Albert Pia at the UIL Zone A Competition on Monday, March 18.
Senior Brooke Leal was one of eight actors and actresses to be recognized as an All-Star Cast Member, while senior Ramsey Castaneda and junior Nicholas Espitia-Gamez were named to the Honorable Mention All-Star Cast. Senior Michelle Barrientos also received a Tech Award for her invaluable work on the crew.
We are #MISDproud of what these talented Tiger thespians have accomplished this competition season. Be sure to keep an eye out for the announcement of the public performance of "A Doll's House."
Mercedes ISD: Pride, Drive, Success. #MISDfinearts
📅 It's almost time for our third session of the School Health Advisor Council! Join us VIRTUALLY Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 10 a.m.:
3rd MISD SHAC Regular Meeting (Virtual)
Information to join Google Meet
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/ogm-nuio-dnh
Or dial: (US) +1 929-226-1513 PIN: 699 997 903#
📅 ¡Ya casi es hora de nuestra tercera sesión del SHAC (Consejo Asesor de Salud Escolar)! Únase a nosotros VIRTUALMENTE el miércoles 27 de marzo de 2024 a las 10 a. m.:
3ra Reunión Regular SHAC de MISD (Virtual)
Información para unirse a Google Meet
Enlace de videollamada: https://meet.google.com/ogm-nuio-dnh
O marque: (EE. UU.) +1 929-226-1513 PIN: 699 997 903#
Congratulations to Mercedes High School senior Randi Lara for being selected to participate in the Rio Grande Valley Vipers All-Valley High School Showcase basketball game! 🏀🌟
Basketball players from across the RGV will compete in a classic East vs. West game at the Bert Ogden Arena on March 30. The girls game will begin at 1 p.m. and the boys will follow at 2:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at 🎟➡ fevo-enterprise.com/Allvalley or at the arena box office on gameday only. All seating is first come first serve.
Join us in congratulating our Lady Tiger for this honor! #MISDpride #MISDdrive #MISDsuccess #MISDathletics
What another stellar show year it’s been for the Mercedes Ag Mechanics! 👏🏆
Congratulations to the team for their outstanding showing at the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo Ag Mechanics Project Show. The students earned First Place in Class and were named Grand Division Champion. Thank you for representing Mercedes ISD across the state with your hard work and commitment. We are #MISDproud!
Congratulations to the Lady Tigers track team for their outstanding performance at the Jimmy Platt Mid-Valley Classic held in Weslaco on March 8. The student athletes brought home several medals and demonstrated skills and sportsmanship. 🐅👏
🐾 Jaymie Floes: 1st place in Triple Jump, 1st in 200-Meters, and 4th in the 100-Meter Dash
🐾 Isabella Parker: 3rd place in the High Jump, 2nd in the 100-Meter Dash and 2nd in 300-Meter Hurdles
🐾 Hayden Ledesma: 4th place in 300-Meter Hurdles
🐾 Kenzie Rodriguez: 5th place in the 100-Meter Dash
🐾 Randi Lara: 5th place in 3200-Meters
🐾 Mia Gonzalez: 5th place in Shot Put
🐾 Alynna Gonzalez: 6th place in Shot Put and 3rd in Discus Throw
Our relay teams also excelled: The 400-Meter Relay team (Hayden Ledesma, Kenzie Rodriguez, Isabella Parker and Jaymie Flores) earned 2nd place at the meet and the 800-Meter Relay team (Hayden Ledesma, Isabella Molina, Avie Garza and Kenzie Rodriguez) earned 4th place. #MISDpride #MISDdrive #MISDsuccess
A big congratulations to the Lady Tigers soccer team for their 1-0 victory against Brownsville Pace on Saturday, March 9. 🐅👏
The winning goal was scored by Estrella Garcia, making it her 8th goal of the season. ⚽️🥅 Way to end the season with a win, Lady Tigers!
Polishing their skills! Our middle school bands took part in a clinic to help fine-tune their playing skills in preparation for their upcoming UIL Concert Band Evaluation contest. 🎷🎺🥁🐅
A special thank you to the organizers and guest directors for working with our young musicians and providing them valuable information and feedback.
In celebration of National Reading Month, Taylor Elementary School welcomed school district leaders as Guest Readers to classrooms of all grade levels earlier this month. 📖🌟
The 3rd Annual Taylor Guest Reader event served as a way to engage students with the joy of reading and allow them to see real-world application of reading and writing skills. Thank you for joining the Taylor Tigers and showcasing the importance of reading in our community. #MISDpride #MISDdrive #MISDcommunity
Congratulations to the Varsity Tigers soccer team for their 2-1 victory against Brownsville Veteran last night! ⚽️🐅 #MISDpride #MISDdrive #MISDsuccess #MISDathletics
Members of the 1986 Varsity Tigers State Finalist baseball team gathered for a special moment of tribute and remembrance for their head coach, the late Don Derryberry, during the 2024 Mercedes Knights of Columbus tournament. The team was joined by Chris Derryberry, son of the late Coach Derryberry.
The team honored the impact of Coach Derryberry’s lasting legacy and the bonds of teamwork and friendship that were forged under his guidance, along with his passion for the game and unwavering commitment to excellence.
Shown, from left, are Hector Villanueva, Frank Alvarado, Rick Arguelles, Carlos Pimentel, Rick Castillo, Larry Morales, Arnold Ramirez, Armando Reyes, Tom Gonzalez and Rene Guajardo. Kneeling is Chris Derryberry. Not pictured is LeeRoy de la Cerda. #MISDpride #MISDcommunity
March is Music in Our Schools Month, and our high school bands set the stage for a month of musical celebration as they played their UIL Concert programs at the Queen City Band Festival at the MISD Auditorium last night. 🎼🎶🎺
The event not only gave the Tiger musicians a platform to share their hard work with a community audience, but also provided valuable feedback for improvement as they prepare for their UIL evaluation at the end of March. We’ll be cheering you on, Tiger band members! #MISDpride #MISDdrive #MISDsuccess #MISDfinearts
A big Tiger shout out to all Mercedes Academic Academy students who took the TSIA test this week. Administered by MISD GEAR UP facilitators and MAA Student Advisor Jacob Martinez, this testing is a crucial step in determining college readiness. The Texas Success Initiative (TSI) Assessment helps determine students' preparedness for entry-level college coursework in English Language Arts Reading (ELAR) and mathematics.
Exemption from this assessment is granted to students meeting college readiness benchmarks on the SAT, ACT, STAAR English III or Algebra II EOCs, or those who successfully complete the high school College Preparatory Course. A special thank you goes out to the MAA teachers for proctoring the TSIA exam, supporting our students' academic success! #MISDpride #MISDdrive #MISDsuccess
Mercedes High School kicked off Texas Public School Week with an informative Open House and 4th Six Weeks Report Card Pick Up Night. 🌟🏫🤝
Parents and guardians had the chance to connect with teachers, gain insight on their student's progress, and explore the opportunities offered at the campus. Guests were also provided refreshments by CTE culinary students, adding a flavorful touch to the event. Thank you to the MHS leadership and staff for the evening of engagement and connection! Report Card Pick-Up Nights continue on Wednesday and Thursday. #MISDpride #MISDcommunity
📢📅 Mercedes ISD parents/guardians: An Early Dismissal is scheduled for Friday, March 8, 2024 to mark the beginning of Spring Break.
📢📅 Padres/tutores de Mercedes ISD: Una salida temprana está programada para el viernes 8 de marzo de 2024 para marcar el comienzo de las vacaciones de primavera.
THEY ARE THE MERCEDES KC TOURNAMENT CHAMPS! ⚾🏆👏
Congratulations to the Varsity Tigers baseball team for their outstanding victory in the Mercedes Knights of Columbus 2024 Tournament Championship game on Saturday!
The tournament has a rich history of showcasing area talent and building camaraderie among teams and our Tigers’ hard work and commitment were truly on display. Let's continue to support and cheer for our champs with #MISDpride!
Mercedes ISD: Pride, Drive, Success.
They’re in the Mercedes KC Tournament Championship game! ⚾️🌟
Join us as the Varsity Tigers baseball team faces PSJA Memorial today at 5:30 p.m. for the tournament title.
The Tigers took the win on Thursday against PSJA Southwest 3-0, and then on Friday claimed victory against Santa Rosa, 9-1. It’s a great day to come out and show that #MISDpride! 🐾🐅
