Join us in congratulating the Mighty Tiger Marching Band and Color Guard for earning a DIVISION I at tonightโs UIL Region 28 Pigskin Jubilee! ๐ถ๐
The dedication and hard work of the students and directors have paid off, and we couldnโt be more #MISDproud. Keep shining, Tigers, as you head to AREA!
The UIL 5A Area G Marching Contest will take place at Tiger Stadium in Mercedes on Saturday, October 26, 2024. Stay tuned for the announcement of the performance schedule! #MISDpride

The Child Nutrition Services department is proud to highlight that our schools have been serving locally-grown Texas watermelons throughout this week as part of the Farm Fresh Challenge! ๐๐ฑ
Students have been enjoying the fresh, local flavor, and itโs also a great way to showcase the benefits of including locally-sourced produce into our meals. We are #MISDproud to support Texas farmers while promoting healthy, nutritious options for our students! ๐






Thank you to our dedicated school nurses for proudly standing together to show their support during National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. ๐ Together we are committed to spreading hope and strength throughout our school community in honor of the brave children and families battling childhood cancer. #MISDpride #MISDcommunity

Mercedes ISD GEAR UP is proud to collaborate with Workforce Solutions to support our recent MISD graduates in their job search! ๐ฅ๏ธ๐
Workforce Solutions will be at the Collaboration Room, located at 837 S. Ohio Ave., on Monday, October 21 at 9:30 a.m. for an informative session on their programs. Graduates, we ask that you be sure to arrive on time to get tips on finding and applying for the right job opportunities for you. #MISDpride #MISDdrive #MISDcommuunity

It was recently Student Organization Recruitment Day at Mercedes High School! ๐๐
MHS students visited with representatives from school clubs and organizations to learn more about ways to get involved in campus life. We are #MISDproud to see students connecting with their interests and building valuable skills for the future!









Special Agent Ariana Gonzalez from the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) was a guest speaker for Ms. Lizcanoโs Principleโs of Law class at Sgt. Manuel Chacon Middle School where students gained some useful insight on this particular U.S. government agency.




Thank you to Mercedes ISD alumna Alyssa Cano, PA-S for visiting with our Travis Elementary students! The first grade students attended her special presentation following the completion of Unit 2 in their Amplify curriculum, which focuses on understanding basic human anatomy. Ms. Cano's engaging and informative talk deepened the students' knowledge and curiosity, making this an enriching and memorable learning experience!



Congratulations! to Mercedes High School student Robert Sanchez for being named KRGV Sports โPlaymaker of the Week" for Week 2! Good luck to Robert and all our Mighty Tigers as they take on Nikki Rowe tonight at 7:30 p.m. at DQ Fan Field (formerly known as McAllen Veterans Memorial Stadium), 2001 N. Bicentennial Blvd., in McAllen.

๐ข Important announcement regarding After School ACE program.
๐ข Anuncio importante sobre el programa After School ACE.


We are #MISDproud to see two of our recent graduates continuing to build their musical skills in college! ๐ถ Charles Chacon is performing with the University of North Texas Green Brigade Marching Band, and Saul Araiza is making new traditions by marching strong with the UTRGV Marching Band! ๐ท๐ฅ
Way to represent the Mighty Tiger Band, Charles and Saul! We wish you and all of the 2024 grads continued success!


REMINDER: Calling Mercedes ISD parents, community members, and businesses! ๐ข๐ We welcome you to participate in the District Education Improvement Committee (DEIC). Be a part of the conversation, be a part of the progress. ๐ค๐
Join us for the DEIC on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 4:15 p.m. in the MISD Central Office Boardroom. Please contact the Office of Teaching and Learning at 956-825-5096 if you are interested in joining or would like more information. Your input can make a lasting impact in student achievement!

Calling Mercedes ISD parents, community members, and businesses! ๐ข๐ We welcome you to participate in the District Education Improvement Committee (DEIC). Be a part of the conversation, be a part of the progress. ๐ค๐
The committee offers the community an opportunity to contribute to key discussions on topics like:
๐The District Improvement Plan
๐Dropout Prevention Review
๐Instructional School Calendar
๐And more...
Join us for the DEIC on Tuesday September 10, 2024 at 4:15 p.m. in the MISD Central Office Boardroom. Please contact the Office of Teaching and Learning at 956-825-5096 if you are interested in joining or would like more information. Your input can make a lasting impact in student achievement! #MISDcommunity #MISDpride #MISDsuccess
ยกLlamamos a los padres, miembros de la comunidad y empresas de Mercedes ISD! ๐ข๐ Le damos la bienvenida a participar en el Comitรฉ de Mejora Educativa del Distrito (DEIC). Sea parte de la conversaciรณn, sea parte del progreso. ๐ค๐
El comitรฉ ofrece a la comunidad la oportunidad de contribuir a debates clave sobre temas como:
๐El Plan de Mejora del Distrito
๐Revisiรณn de la Prevenciรณn de la Deserciรณn Escolar
๐Calendario Escolar Instructivo
๐Y mรกs...
รnase a nosotros para el DEIC el martes 10 de septiembre de 2024 a las 4:15 p. m. en la sala de juntas de la oficina central de MISD. Comunรญquese con la Oficina de Enseรฑanza y Aprendizaje al 956-825-5096 si estรก interesado en unirse o si desea obtener mรกs informaciรณn. ยกSu aporte puede tener un impacto duradero en el rendimiento estudiantil!

Mercedes ISD stands with our community this September in observance of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. We encourage everyone to 'Go Gold' on Wednesdays as a symbol of support, and to honor the strength and resilience of the children and families who was navigating the difficult journey of cancer. Join us in raising awareness and showing solidarity. ๐๐ #MISDcommunity #GoGoldForChildhoodCancer

Tiger fans, Mercedes XC is in full swing! โจ Come join us at the 4th Annual Capitan Pete Martinez Invitational, this Saturday, August 31 at Mercedes High School.
Be on the lookout for these upcoming meets, as well:
๐ Thursday, September 5: Mid Valley Middle School XC Meet
๐ Saturday, September 14: 29th Annual Mercedes Invite


A big thank you to all the families and students who took time to attend the Sgt. Harrell Middle School Band Drive yesterday afternoon! ๐ถ Head Band Director Jose Ayala and staff were happy to offer guidance as the band members prepared for the upcoming year. We can't wait to see you take center stage, Bengal Band! ๐บ๐ฅ



Are you ready for Friday Night Football, Tiger fans?! ๐๐
Our Varsity Tigers will face the Edinburg High Bobcats at Tiger Stadium tomorrow night, Friday, August 30. Kickoff is at 7 p.m.
Tickets can be purchased online at www.HSTICKET.com or by following this direct link โก https://www.hsticket.com/copy-of-main-all-date-varsity-football-1
General Admission tickets will also be sold at the game for $8 each.
Don't forget, tomorrow is also โจParent's Night and the ๐ฅPeanut Butter Bowl! We will be collecting as many jars of Peanut Butter as possible for our neighborhood food bank. Join us by bringing your peanut butter donations to the gameโfans can make donations at the gate and students can drop off their jars at the fieldhouse. #MISDpride #MISDathletics #MISDcommunity

Get ready to roar, Tigers fans! ๐พ๐
The Mercedes Varsity Tigers will face the Edinburg High School Bobcats this Friday, August 30 at Tiger Stadium for the first game of the 2024 football season! Kickoff is at 7 p.m.
๐ข Friendly reminder about our Clear Bag Policy for all Mercedes ISD athletic facilities. Please review the guidelines for the 2024-2025 school year, shown below. โฌ We hope to see you on Gameday! #MISDpride #MISDathletics

๐ข Attention Mercedes ISD Families: In observance of Labor Day, all schools will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2024. Classes will resume on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Please read this message from our Interim Superintendent Mrs. Jeanne Venecia.
๐ข Atenciรณn familias de Mercedes ISD: En conmemoraciรณn del Dรญa del Trabajo, todas las escuelas estarรกn cerradas el lunes 2 de septiembre de 2024. Las clases se reanudarรกn el martes 3 de septiembre de 2024. Lea este mensaje de nuestra Superintendente Interina, la Sra. Jeanne Venecia.

It's time for the Peanut Butter Bowl, Mercedes ISD community! ๐ฅ๐๐
This Friday night, at the Mercedes Tigers vs. Edinburg Bobcats varsity football game, we will be collecting as many jars of Peanut Butter as possible for our neighborhood food bank.
Join us by bringing your peanut butter donations to the gameโfans can make donations at the gate and students can drop off their jars at the fieldhouse. Prefer to donate online? Scan the QR code on the poster below and contribute $2 for a jar!
The community raised a large deal of PB for this worthy cause last year, and the mighty Tigers are excited to do it again. Letโs show our community spirit, Mercedes! #MISDpride #MISDcommunity #MISDgives

Attention all Mercedes Early College Academy senior parents! โ ๐ข Mark your calendars.
Please join us on Monday, August 26, 2024 for an essential Senior Parent Meeting at 5:45 p.m. in the MECA Cafeteria. Information will be provided regarding upcoming events and college readiness. All senior parents and students are encouraged to attend. See you there! ๐๐
ยกAtenciรณn a todos los padres de los alumnos de รบltimo aรฑo de Mercedes Early College Academy! โ๐ข Marquen sus calendarios .
รnase a nosotros el lunes 26 de agosto de 2024 para una reuniรณn esencial de padres de รบltimo aรฑo a las 5:45 p. m. en la cafeterรญa de MECA. Se brindarรก informaciรณn sobre los prรณximos eventos y la preparaciรณn para la universidad. Se anima a todos los padres y estudiantes de รบltimo aรฑo a asistir. ยกNos vemos allรญ! ๐๐


