Melissa ISD will be closed for Winter Break from Dec. 22 - Jan. 2, 2025. As a reminder, students will not have school on Monday, Jan. 5, due to a scheduled staff development day. We are excited to see all of our Cardinals back to school on Tuesday, Jan. 6. We hope you have a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable Winter Break! ❄️
⚾️🥎 The Melissa Cardinal Baseball and Softball teams are excited to host the inaugural 2026 Cardinal Classic on January 24 at the Melissa Z-Plex. The Cardinal Classic Event will feature the Redbird Rookie Experience Training Camp for students in grades K-5 and the Cardinal Classic Wiffle Ball Tournament for students in grades 6-12, along with Melissa ISD staff. ⚾️🥎 Rookies today. Cardinals tomorrow.
🔗 Learn more and get registered today! www.melissaisd.org/article/2606351
🔗 Learn more and get registered today! www.melissaisd.org/article/2606351
🏀 The Melissa High School Boys and Girls Basketball programs invite students in grades K-6 to join the MLK Future Cards Basketball Camp on Monday, Jan. 19, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the East Cardinal Middle School Gym for the boys and at the Melissa High School Gym for the girls.
🌟 Campers will receive basketball training, a team poster, an MLK Future Cards Camp shirt, and the opportunity to be recognized at halftime of the Varsity Girls & Boys Basketball games on Jan. 20 at 5:45 p.m. & 7 p.m. The cost is $40 per camper.
🔗 For more information and to register, visit www.melissaisd.org/camp. #REDRED
🌟 Campers will receive basketball training, a team poster, an MLK Future Cards Camp shirt, and the opportunity to be recognized at halftime of the Varsity Girls & Boys Basketball games on Jan. 20 at 5:45 p.m. & 7 p.m. The cost is $40 per camper.
🔗 For more information and to register, visit www.melissaisd.org/camp. #REDRED
Students at Melissa Schools have early release on Friday, Dec. 19, ahead of the Winter Break. The early release times are as follows:
• MREC ECSE @ 10:30 a.m.
• Cardinal Child Care @ 1:00 p.m.
• Elementary @ 11:45 a.m.
• Sixth Grade Center @ 12:35 p.m.
• East Cardinal Middle School @ 12:35 p.m.
• Melissa High School @ 12:10 p.m.
On early release days, students who ride the bus are dropped off from school approximately 3.5 hours ahead of their usual dropoff time. As a reminder, Pre-K and Kindergarten students who ride the bus are required to be picked up from their bus stop by their registered parent/guardian.
• MREC ECSE @ 10:30 a.m.
• Cardinal Child Care @ 1:00 p.m.
• Elementary @ 11:45 a.m.
• Sixth Grade Center @ 12:35 p.m.
• East Cardinal Middle School @ 12:35 p.m.
• Melissa High School @ 12:10 p.m.
On early release days, students who ride the bus are dropped off from school approximately 3.5 hours ahead of their usual dropoff time. As a reminder, Pre-K and Kindergarten students who ride the bus are required to be picked up from their bus stop by their registered parent/guardian.
Reminder: This season, we are especially thankful for you, our amazing students, families, and staff who make Melissa ISD such a special place. Melissa ISD will be closed for Thanksgiving Break from Nov. 24-28, 2025. We can't wait to see students back on Monday, Dec. 1. We hope you have a safe and restful holiday! 🍁
Cardinal Nation, tomorrow is the big day! We can’t wait to see our community come together and show off their Cardinal spirit at the Community Parade and Pep Rally! Check the map for parking and the parade route around Coach Kenny Deel Stadium, then join us for a spectacular evening of family fun, tradition, and pride. For more information, visit www.melissaisd.org/homecoming.
Join us for food, fun, and spirit at Meet the Cardinals on Thursday, Aug. 14, 2025, at Coach Kenny Deel Stadium! Gates open at 6 p.m. with the festivities starting at 6:30 p.m. The event features an introduction to our Cardinal athletic teams, cheerleaders, fine arts groups, and various student organizations, followed by student competitions, meet-and-greets, photo ops, and autograph signings.
We’re thrilled to announce that both propositions in the Melissa ISD bond have officially passed! This is a significant step for the future of our students, staff, and schools. Thank you to our amazing Melissa community for your trust, support, and belief in the power of education. Together, we will continue building with Integrity for our Cardinals!
Tomorrow is Election Day! Polls will be open from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM at the Melissa Public Safety Building (2402 McKinney Street, Melissa, TX 75454) and other locations. For all voting locations and details, visit www.melissaisdbond.com/voting
Reminder: There will be no school on Friday, April 18, 2025, as Melissa ISD will be closed. Enjoy the long weekend—we’ll see our Cardinals back on Monday, April 21! 🌸 🌼
Early voting begins next week! Want to know what’s included in the May 2025 Melissa ISD bond? Visit www.melissaisdbond.com for early voting dates, tax info, FAQs, and more.
💡 School Funding 101: What’s the difference between M&O and I&S? Check out the graphic below to learn how school funding works in Texas public schools. MISD has determined that the proposed bond will not result in a tax rate increase. The district will maintain the Interest and Sinking (I&S) tax rate at its current level of $0.50 per $100 of property valuation. Learn more at www.melissaisdbond.com
Melissa ISD is growing fast! Check out a few quick facts about the projected growth in our district. See how MISD is planning for the future at www.MelissaISDBond.com 📈🏫 #MelissaSchools
📈 The May 2025 Melissa ISD Bond addresses student growth, facility improvements, and technology and security updates. Check out what’s included and learn more at www.melissaisdbond.com
#MelissaSchools #MelissaBond2025
