Make an impact in Cardinal Nation through MEF! The Melissa Education Foundation is seeking a part-time Development & Communications Coordinator to help grow support for students, educators, and innovative opportunities across Melissa ISD. If you have experience in fundraising, communications, or community engagement, we'd love to hear from you.
📧 Interested? Send your resume and cover letter to: Admin@MelissaEducationFoundation.com
📄 See the full job description below:
📝 Position Overview
* The Development & Communications Coordinator is a key member of the Melissa Education Foundation team.
* This part-time contract position supports donor tracking, gift processing, and fundraising efforts that advance the MEF mission.
* Opportunity for growth into a larger role.
🎯 Key Responsibilities
Fundraising & Donor Management
* Record and maintain all fundraising activities in the DonorView database.
* Enter gifts, donations, and event registrations.
* Update donor and prospective donor contact information.
* Collaborate with the Board Treasurer to reconcile fundraising income.
* Record grant and scholarship submissions and reporting deadlines.
* Assist with moves management and sponsorship opportunities.
✉️ Donor Communications
* Create, print, mail, and track acknowledgment letters, receipts, renewal notices, and pledge reminders.
* Coordinate communication campaigns, including proposals, reports, invitations, printing, packaging, and mailing.
* Ensure timely correspondence.
🤝 Partnership & Administrative Support
* Serve as the liaison for Melissa ISD.
* Lead MEF administrative functions.
* Coordinate Board meeting preparation.
* Manage the proper storage of department files, both electronic and hard copy.
* Perform other assigned duties.
✅ Qualifications
* Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
* A writing assessment may be conducted during the interview process.
* Extreme attention to detail and accuracy.
* Donor or CRM software experience preferred.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
* Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
* Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
* Demonstrates integrity and personal accountability.
* Bachelor's degree preferred.
* A cover letter is required with your application.
⚙️ Essential Functions
Regular Requirements
* Sit for extended periods while using a computer.
* Communicate by telephone.
Occasional Requirements
* Stand, walk, and climb stairs during fundraising functions.
* Lift and move light boxes up to 20 pounds.
* Set up and take down event furniture.
Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
📧 Interested? Send your resume and cover letter to: Admin@MelissaEducationFoundation.com
📄 See the full job description below:
📝 Position Overview
* The Development & Communications Coordinator is a key member of the Melissa Education Foundation team.
* This part-time contract position supports donor tracking, gift processing, and fundraising efforts that advance the MEF mission.
* Opportunity for growth into a larger role.
🎯 Key Responsibilities
Fundraising & Donor Management
* Record and maintain all fundraising activities in the DonorView database.
* Enter gifts, donations, and event registrations.
* Update donor and prospective donor contact information.
* Collaborate with the Board Treasurer to reconcile fundraising income.
* Record grant and scholarship submissions and reporting deadlines.
* Assist with moves management and sponsorship opportunities.
✉️ Donor Communications
* Create, print, mail, and track acknowledgment letters, receipts, renewal notices, and pledge reminders.
* Coordinate communication campaigns, including proposals, reports, invitations, printing, packaging, and mailing.
* Ensure timely correspondence.
🤝 Partnership & Administrative Support
* Serve as the liaison for Melissa ISD.
* Lead MEF administrative functions.
* Coordinate Board meeting preparation.
* Manage the proper storage of department files, both electronic and hard copy.
* Perform other assigned duties.
✅ Qualifications
* Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
* A writing assessment may be conducted during the interview process.
* Extreme attention to detail and accuracy.
* Donor or CRM software experience preferred.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
* Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
* Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
* Demonstrates integrity and personal accountability.
* Bachelor's degree preferred.
* A cover letter is required with your application.
⚙️ Essential Functions
Regular Requirements
* Sit for extended periods while using a computer.
* Communicate by telephone.
Occasional Requirements
* Stand, walk, and climb stairs during fundraising functions.
* Lift and move light boxes up to 20 pounds.
* Set up and take down event furniture.
Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
For Melissa High School only, the last day of school is Thursday, May 21, with early release and the Class of 2026 Graduation Commencement that evening. For all other campuses, the last day of school is Friday, May 22, with early release.
🌟 Good luck to the Melissa High School Girls Track & Field athletes who are on their way to the State Meet! We are proud of your hard work and can’t wait to cheer you on. Go Cardinals!
🔗 To read more about their journey to state, please visit www.melissaisd.org/article/2881946.
🔗 To read more about their journey to state, please visit www.melissaisd.org/article/2881946.
Have you ever considered sharing your talents and passion for helping students with our district? Melissa ISD is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team as Substitute Teachers for the 2026-2027 school year!
Substitute Teachers play a vital role in maintaining a safe, consistent, and effective learning environment for our Cardinals. Substitute teaching offers a flexible schedule and the opportunity to work alongside our high-performing team of educators committed to putting students first. To learn more about the qualifications and how to apply, please visit the following link: https://www.melissaisd.org/substitutes
Substitute Teachers play a vital role in maintaining a safe, consistent, and effective learning environment for our Cardinals. Substitute teaching offers a flexible schedule and the opportunity to work alongside our high-performing team of educators committed to putting students first. To learn more about the qualifications and how to apply, please visit the following link: https://www.melissaisd.org/substitutes
Melissa ISD is excited to host the 2026 Special Olympics Texas Summer Games from Thursday, April 30, through Saturday, May 2. This multi-day event will welcome thousands of athletes, coaches, and volunteers to our community. Competitions will take place across several Melissa ISD venues, including the high school track, stadium, and gymnasium, as well as additional facilities such as the Z-Plex Texas.
Increased Traffic: As we prepare to host this large-scale event, families, staff, and visitors should be aware of increased traffic around Melissa High School, particularly for high school students during afternoon dismissal on Thursday, April 30. We encourage everyone to plan accordingly.
MHS Teacher Work Day, No School for MHS Students on May 1: As a reminder, Melissa High School will observe a Teacher Work Day on Friday, May 1. This will allow MHS staff and students the opportunity to serve as volunteers and assist with campus logistics, traffic flow, and safety. All other Melissa ISD campuses will remain open and operate on their regular schedules.
Opening Ceremony: The event officially kicks off with the Opening Ceremony on Friday, May 1, at 6:30 p.m. at Coach Kenny Deel Stadium. The community is invited to attend and help celebrate the incredible athletes competing in this year’s games.
Volunteer: Community members are encouraged to volunteer as a “fan in the stands” and support the athletes by coming out to cheer them on throughout the event. Be sure to sign up at the link below!
For more information, including event details and parking, please visit www.melissaisd.org/sotx.
We look forward to welcoming our guests and showcasing the heart of Melissa ISD through this exciting and impactful event!
Melissa ISD is excited to announce this leadership update to East Cardinal Middle School for the 2026-2027 school year.
🏫 ECMS - Assistant Principal Ashley Price
Click the link to learn more about this #TeamMelissa leader:
www.melissaisd.org/article/2846310
Melissa High School had two more Cardinal athletes that have signed their National Letters of Intent to continue their athletic and academic journeys at the next level! Congratulations to each of these remarkable Cardinals!
🏈 King Innes – Football, Coffeyville Community College
🏐 Duura Kpea – Volleyball, Delaware State University
🏈 King Innes – Football, Coffeyville Community College
🏐 Duura Kpea – Volleyball, Delaware State University
Join us at Melissa High School for the IB Theory of Knowledge (TOK) Exhibition on Tuesday, April 21, from 6:00-8:00 PM in the MHS Student Union. This come-and-go event is open to the public and offers a unique look into the IB Diploma Programme. Similar to a modern-day “science fair,” students will showcase their work while exploring big ideas and philosophical questions. Visitors are invited to engage in meaningful conversations and see how students connect knowledge to real-world experiences.
Graphic Creds: MHS IB Students
Graphic Creds: MHS IB Students
Melissa ISD will host the 16th annual Special Olympics track meet on Friday, April 24, at the Cardinal Stadium (next to the Melissa Sixth Grade Center), welcoming student-athletes from several area schools. Opening ceremonies begin at 9:30 a.m., with track and field events starting at 10 a.m. We welcome the community to come out and cheer on our Cardinal athletes! 🌟
Parents and guardians of students entering Kindergarten this fall are encouraged to 'Save the Date' for Kindergarten Round-Up on Thursday, April 16, 2026. This is a come-and-go event and will be open from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m. The event will be held at the Auxiliary Gym on the Cardinal Renaissance Academy Campus, 2950 Cardinal Dr. Kindergarten Round-Up is an opportunity for parents to finalize enrollment, meet the school principal, learn about special programs, and meet representatives from Transportation Services, Child Nutrition, Health Services, PTO, and more. Look for more information coming soon!
As a reminder, Friday, March 13, will be a Staff Development Day, and there will be no school for students. Melissa ISD will then be closed for Spring Break, March 16-20. We look forward to welcoming our students back on Monday, March 23. We hope you all have a wonderful Spring Break! 🌸
Melissa ISD is excited to announce these leadership updates to the Melissa ISD for the 2026-2027 school year.
🏫 SGC - Assistant Principal Michelle Moore
🏫 CRA - Assistant Principal Laleh Olateju
Click the link to learn more about each of these #TeamMelissa leaders: www.melissaisd.org/article/2761140
🏫 SGC - Assistant Principal Michelle Moore
🏫 CRA - Assistant Principal Laleh Olateju
Click the link to learn more about each of these #TeamMelissa leaders: www.melissaisd.org/article/2761140
Melissa ISD has announced leadership updates within its athletic department for the 2026–2027 school year. Coach Katie Stinton will transition into the role of Assistant Athletic Director, while Coach Ashley Anderson will serve as the new Head Girls Basketball Coach. These leadership changes reflect Melissa ISD’s continued commitment to supporting strong athletic programs and student-athlete success. Both coaches will step into their new roles ahead of the upcoming school year.
Melissa High School and East Cardinal Middle School student-athletes, parents, guardians, and community members are invited to a meet-and-greet event with Coach Ashley Anderson on April 14 at 6:30 p.m. in the Main High School Gym.
For more information about this leadership transition, please visit www.melissaisd.org/article/2761405
Melissa High School and East Cardinal Middle School student-athletes, parents, guardians, and community members are invited to a meet-and-greet event with Coach Ashley Anderson on April 14 at 6:30 p.m. in the Main High School Gym.
For more information about this leadership transition, please visit www.melissaisd.org/article/2761405
🚨⛳️ Attention Cardinal Fans: The Melissa Booster Club is inviting the community to support your Melissa ISD Fine Arts and Athletic programs by participating in the 22nd Annual Melissa Open Golf Tournament. Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 25, from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at the Top Golf in Allen.
Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just in it for the fun, this event is a great way to connect with fellow community members while making a meaningful impact. Sponsorships and team entries directly support our students, coaches, and directors across Melissa ISD. We hope you’ll join us for a morning of friendly competition, community, and Cardinal pride! Visit http://www.melissaboosterclub.org for more information.
Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just in it for the fun, this event is a great way to connect with fellow community members while making a meaningful impact. Sponsorships and team entries directly support our students, coaches, and directors across Melissa ISD. We hope you’ll join us for a morning of friendly competition, community, and Cardinal pride! Visit http://www.melissaboosterclub.org for more information.
Melissa Varsity Boys & Girls Soccer and FC Cardinals have partnered to host a Free Community Soccer Clinic for Kinder-6th grade students on Wednesday, March 4, from 6-7 PM at the Melissa ISD Indoor Championship Center. Melissa youth players will have the opportunity to train alongside MHS varsity athletes, rotating through interactive skill stations designed to build confidence, strengthen fundamentals, and create meaningful connections. ⚽️🥅
The evening will conclude with autographs, photos, and a chance for younger athletes to meet and be inspired by their hometown varsity players. We look forward to seeing you there!
The evening will conclude with autographs, photos, and a chance for younger athletes to meet and be inspired by their hometown varsity players. We look forward to seeing you there!
Our Melissa ISD student-athletes were proudly represented at the Van Alstyne Special Olympics this week. Congratulations to our incredible Cardinals who participated in this week’s events! Your determination, heart, and sportsmanship continue to inspire us all! A special thank you to the Melissa ISD PALS program and our dedicated coaches for their support and for helping make this experience meaningful and memorable for our athletes. 🌟🎉
Congratulations to the Melissa High School Wrestling teams for earning two State Championship Titles at the UIL State Wrestling Meet this past weekend! The Melissa High School Boys Wrestling Team finished the State Meet as the Boys 5A Wrestling State Champions as a team along with two State Champions, three State Champion Runner-Ups, and two other wrestlers who placed in their respective weight class. The MHS Girls Wrestling finished as State Champion Runner-Up as a team and with one State Champion, one State Runner-Up, and three wrestlers who placed in their respective weight class. Congratulations to the MHS Wrestling Teams for their outstanding accomplishments and to everyone who has supported them through their Road to State. To read more, please visit www.melissaisd.org/article/2713576
Melissa ISD was proud to be part of the 2026 Special Olympics State Leadership Conference this past week, standing alongside leaders from across Texas to champion inclusion and opportunity for all students!
Director of Community Partnerships Duke Sparks shared how building unified partnerships that last creates real hope and meaningful experiences for every student to be seen and shine. He was joined by Board President Paul Anderson, MHS Principal Marcus Eckert, and Stadium Operations Manager Amy Tennison.
We cannot wait to once again host Special Olympics Texas later this spring!
Melissa ISD is excited to announce these leadership updates to the Melissa ISD for the 2026-2027 school year.
🏫 WWE - Assistant Principal Ana DeOliveira
🏫 NCE - Assistant Principal Jeremy Pryor
🏫 District - Director of Campus Development Precious Bale
Click the link to learn more about each of these #TeamMelissa leaders: www.melissaisd.org/article/2683665
🏫 WWE - Assistant Principal Ana DeOliveira
🏫 NCE - Assistant Principal Jeremy Pryor
🏫 District - Director of Campus Development Precious Bale
Click the link to learn more about each of these #TeamMelissa leaders: www.melissaisd.org/article/2683665
Melissa ISD had four staff members and one student recognized at the Melissa Chamber of Commerce “Spotlight on Melissa” Awards Banquet that took place on Thursday, January 29. The awardees were recognized for their consistent dedication, hard work, and genuine care for the community. Please join us in congratulating each of the award recipients below:
🌟 Student of the Year: Cooper Crawford
🌟 Community Partner of the Year: Melissa ISD, Superintendent Keith Murphy
🌟 Person of the Year: Brett Gustaveson “Señor G”
🌟 Public Safety Award: Lieutenant Laura Robeson
🌟 School Spirit Award: Lauren Power
We are so proud of our Cardinal awardees and celebrate the positive impact they make every day in our schools and community! Visit the following link to learn more: www.melissaisd.org/article/2684091
🌟 Student of the Year: Cooper Crawford
🌟 Community Partner of the Year: Melissa ISD, Superintendent Keith Murphy
🌟 Person of the Year: Brett Gustaveson “Señor G”
🌟 Public Safety Award: Lieutenant Laura Robeson
🌟 School Spirit Award: Lauren Power
We are so proud of our Cardinal awardees and celebrate the positive impact they make every day in our schools and community! Visit the following link to learn more: www.melissaisd.org/article/2684091
