
Mercedes ISD is inviting families and community members to join us at our upcoming Town Hall Meetings with Superintendent Dr. Benjamin Clinton!
These meetings offer an opportunity for parents, students, and community members to learn more about the results of our district-wide Innovative Schools survey and discuss the next steps in shaping the future of our schools.
š March 27 | MECA
š April 1 | Ruben Hinojosa Elementary
š April 2 | Sgt. Harrell Middle School
š 5:30 p.m.
Attendees are encouraged to attend any session that best fits their schedule. We look forward to seeing you there as we MOVE FORWARD TOGETHER!
Read More Here | https://www.misdtx.net/article/2097026
”Mercedes ISD invita a las familias y miembros de la comunidad a unirse a nuestras próximas Reuniones Comunitarias con el Superintendente, el Dr. Benjamin Clinton!
Estas reuniones ofrecen una oportunidad para que padres, estudiantes y miembros de la comunidad conozcan mÔs sobre los resultados de nuestra encuesta distrital sobre Escuelas Innovadoras y dialoguen sobre los próximos pasos para dar forma al futuro de nuestras escuelas.
š 27 de marzo | MECA
š 1 de abril | Primaria Ruben Hinojosa
š 2 de abril | Secundaria Sgt. Harrell
š 5:30 p.m.
Los asistentes pueden elegir la sesión que mejor se ajuste a su horario. ”Esperamos verlos ahà mientras AVANZAMOS JUNTOS HACIA EL FUTURO! #MISDpride #misdcommunity
š Lea mĆ”s aquĆ | https://www.misdtx.net/article/2097026



Mercedes ISD families: Join us for a Parent Meeting on Wednesday, March 19 at the Mercedes ISD Auditorium, 837 S. Ohio, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Mujeres Unidas will be present to provide valuable resources for parents, covering topics like:
Emergency Shelter
Family Justice Center
Counseling
Legal Advocacy ā¦and more!
The meeting will also feature door prizes and snacks. For more info, contact mireya.garcia@misdtx.net or call 956-825-5130. We hope to see you there! #MISDpride #MISDcommunity
Familias de Mercedes ISD: AcompÔñenos a una Reunión para Padres el miércoles 19 de marzo en el Auditorio de Mercedes ISD, 837 S. Ohio, de 9:30 a.m. a 10:30 a.m.
Mujeres Unidas estarĆ” presente para ofrecer recursos valiosos para los padres, abordando temas como:
Refugio de emergencia
Centro de Justicia Familiar
ConsejerĆa
AsesorĆa legal
ā¦Ā”y mĆ”s!
La reunión tambiĆ©n contarĆ” con premios y refrigerios. Para mĆ”s información, comunĆquese con mireya.garcia@misdtx.net o llame al 956-825-5130. Ā”Esperamos verlos ahĆ! #MISDpride #MISDcommunity



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At Mercedes ISD, we are committed to improvement and innovation to ensure the best educational experience for our students. As we plan for the future, we need your voice!
Your feedback in this brief survey will help guide important decisions about learning opportunities, campus improvements, and new initiatives. By working to move Forward
Together, we can create a brighter future for our students, staff, and community. Please take a few moments to share your thoughts. Thank you for being a valued part of this journey. #MISDpride #MISDcommunity
Parent/Community Survey: https://forms.gle/it5aicUKeogZ5UAy7
Student Survey: https://forms.gle/UahBYKjDz7rp2Vza9
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En Mercedes ISD, estamos comprometidos con la mejora continua y la innovación para garantizar la mejor experiencia educativa para nuestros estudiantes. Mientras planificamos el futuro, ”su voz es importante!
Sus comentarios nos ayudarƔn a tomar decisiones clave sobre oportunidades de aprendizaje, mejoras en los campus y nuevas iniciativas. Al trabajar juntos, podemos construir un futuro mƔs brillante para nuestros estudiantes, personal y comunidad.
Le tomarĆ” solo unos minutos compartir sus ideas. Gracias por ser una parte valiosa de este proceso. #MISDpride #MISDcommunity
Encuesta para padres y comunidad: https://forms.gle/it5aicUKeogZ5UAy7
Encuesta para estudiantes: https://forms.gle/UahBYKjDz7rp2Vza9



š Mercedes ISD hosts Formal Wear Donation Drive š
Do you have a new or gently used prom dress or formal attire you no longer need? Help make a Mercedes ISD studentās special occasion unforgettable by donating to our MISD Fiesta Room!
š Now collecting: Dresses, shoes, jewelry, boys' sport coats, pants, ties
š Sizes: For middle and high school students (Grades 7th-12th)
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Collection Dates: February ā April 2025
š Drop-off Location: Mercedes ISD Auditorium, 837 Ohio St.
š Hours: Monday ā Friday | 8:00 a.m. ā 4:30 p.m.
Your generosity can make a lasting impact! For more information, please call 956-825-5130. #MISDpride #MISDcommunity
š Mercedes ISD organiza una campaƱa de donación de ropa formal š
¿Tiene un vestido de fiesta nuevo o usado en buen estado o un atuendo formal que ya no necesita? ”Ayude a que la ocasión especial de un estudiante de Mercedes ISD sea inolvidable donando a nuestra sala de fiestas de MISD!
š Ahora recolectamos: vestidos, zapatos, joyas, chaquetas deportivas para niƱos, pantalones, corbatas
š Tallas: para estudiantes de secundaria y preparatoria (grados 7.Āŗ a 12.Āŗ)
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Fechas de recolección: febrero a abril de 2025
š Lugar de entrega: Auditorio de Mercedes ISD, 837 Ohio St.
š Horario: lunes a viernes | 8:00 a. m. a 4:30 p. m.
”Su generosidad puede tener un impacto duradero! Para obtener mÔs información, llame al 956-825-5130. #MISDpride #MISDcommunity



š¢š Attention Mercedes ISD Basketball Families:
The Mercedes Basketball Booster Club will hold a meeting on Tuesday, February 25 at 6:00 p.m. at the MHS PE Complex. Any parent/guardian of 7thā11th grade basketball athletes (boys & girls) are welcome to attend! Athletes are also encouraged to join their parent/guardian at the meeting.
Your support helps strengthen our programs and we hope to see you there! š¾š #MISDpride #MISDathletics #MISDunity


š¢ Friendly Reminder: All Mercedes ISD schools and offices will return to their regular schedules tomorrow, Thursday, January 23, 2025. All school activities will also resume as previously scheduled.
š¢ Recordatorio amistoso: Todas las escuelas y oficinas de Mercedes ISD retomarĆ”n su horarios regular maƱana, jueves 23 de enero de 2025. Todas las actividades escolares tambiĆ©n se reanudarĆ”n segĆŗn lo programado previamente.



š¢ Friendly Reminder: Mercedes ISD will have a Delayed Start for all schools and offices tomorrow, Wednesday, January 22, 2025, due to forecasted inclement weather conditions.
ā°Start Times:
Elementary Schools: 9:30 a.m.
Middle Schools: 9:45 a.m.
High Schools: 10:00 a.m.
In addition, Staff Start-Time is 9:00 a.m. The Bus Route Pick-Up will begin at 8:00 a.m. and Parent School Drop-Off will begin at 9:00 a.m. Dismissals will remain at usual times.
All students will be allowed to dress in warm clothing, such as warm ups, hooded pullovers, scarves and other wintery attire.
The safety of our students and staff is of utmost importance. If there are any further changes to regular school operations, we will inform families via mass notification systems, across our official social media platforms, and through local news outlets. See you tomorrow, and stay warm, Mercedes!
š¢ Recordatorio amistoso: Mercedes ISD tendrĆ” un inicio retrasado para todas las escuelas y oficinas maƱana, miĆ©rcoles 22 de enero de 2025, debido a las condiciones climĆ”ticas adversas pronosticadas.
ā° Horarios de inicio:
Ā· Escuelas primarias: 9:30 a.m.
Ā· Escuelas secundarias: 9:45 a.m.
Ā· Preparatorias: 10:00 a.m.
AdemÔs, el horario de entrada del personal serÔ a las 9:00 a.m. La recolección de rutas de autobuses comenzarÔ a las 8:00 a.m., y la entrega de estudiantes por parte de los padres iniciarÔ a las 9:00 a.m. Los horarios de salida permanecerÔn sin cambios.
Todos los estudiantes podrƔn vestirse con ropa abrigada, como sudaderas, chamarras con gorro, bufandas y otras prendas de invierno.
La seguridad de nuestros estudiantes y personal es nuestra mĆ”xima prioridad. Si se presentan mĆ”s cambios en las operaciones escolares, informaremos a las familias a travĆ©s de los sistemas de notificación masiva, en nuestras plataformas oficiales de redes sociales y mediante los medios de comunicación locales. Ā”Nos vemos maƱana, y abrĆguense bien, Mercedes!



Mercedes ISD is proud to announce that we are once again partnering with The DAISY Foundation to show appreciation to our outstanding school nurses.š©ŗš
Students, parents, staff, visitors, and families are encouraged to nominate a nurse they would like to honor with the DAISY Award!
Say thanks to your nurse by sharing your story. Scan the QR code on the below flyer to fill out the nomination form. #MISDpride #MISDhealthservices
Mercedes ISD se enorgullece en anunciar que una vez mĆ”s nos hemos asociado con The DAISY Foundation para reconocer a nuestras destacadas enfermeras escolares. š©ŗš
Ā”Animamos a estudiantes, padres, personal, visitantes y familias a nominar a una enfermera a la que les gustarĆa honrar con el premio DAISY!
Agradece a tu enfermera compartiendo tu historia. Escanea el código QR en el volante a continuación para completar el formulario de nominación. #MISDpride #MISDhealthservices


š¢ Friendly Reminder: Mercedes ISD will maintain a regular school day tomorrow, Monday, January 20, 2025.
District Administration continues to actively monitor the weather conditions forecasted for Tuesday, January 21, 2025 and Wednesday, January 22, 2025. The safety of our students and staff is of utmost importance when considering weather-related delays or closures. Mercedes ISD families can expect another update from the district on Monday.
As our operations team addresses necessary preparations to our facilities and infrastructure, please also take this time to prepare your homes and families. Stay safe and warm, Mercedes community!
š¢ Recordatorio: Mercedes ISD mantendrĆ” un dĆa escolar regular maƱana, lunes 20 de enero de 2025.
La administración del distrito continúa monitoreando activamente las condiciones climÔticas pronosticadas para el martes 21 de enero de 2025 y el miércoles 22 de enero de 2025. La seguridad de nuestros estudiantes y personal es de suma importancia al considerar demoras o cierres relacionados con el clima. Las familias de Mercedes ISD pueden esperar otra actualización del distrito el lunes.
Mientras nuestro equipo de operaciones se ocupa de los preparativos necesarios para nuestras instalaciones e infraestructura, también tómese este tiempo para preparar sus hogares y familias. ”Manténgase seguro y abrigado, comunidad de Mercedes!



Help Us Keep Our Community Warm This Winter! āš§„š¾
Mercedes ISD will host a Winter Coat Drive (all children and adult sizes needed, new or gently-used) for our Tiger Threads closet to help support families this winter season.
š Drop-off Location: Mercedes ISD Auditorium, 837 S. Ohio St.
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Collection Dates: January 15 - January 31
Your generous donation can make a big difference to our students and community. #MISDpride #MISDcommunity
Ā”AyĆŗdanos a mantener abrigada a nuestra comunidad este invierno! āš§„š¾
Mercedes ISD organizarĆ” una colecta de abrigos de invierno (todos los talles necesarios para niƱos y adultos, nuevos o usados āāen buen estado) para nuestro armario Tiger Threads para ayudar a las familias durante esta temporada de invierno.
š Lugar de entrega: Auditorio de Mercedes ISD, 837 S. Ohio St.
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Fechas de recolección: 15 de enero - 31 de enero
Tu generosa donación puede hacer una gran diferencia para nuestros estudiantes y nuestra comunidad. #MISDpride #MISDcommunity



š¢Class of 2024 Gear Up Reminder!
On Friday, January 10, at 10 a.m., Mr. Christian Kromer from Vector will be at the Mercedes ISDās Curriculum Building (837 S. Ohio Ave.) in the Collaboration Room.
Mr. Kromer will be sharing information about internships, job training, and more. Please stop on by if you have any questions or want to learn more. #MISDpride #GEARUP


We are looking forward to welcoming back our students!
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Reminder: Classes resume Wednesday, January 8, 2025, for all students.
ā With colder temperatures forecasted this week, we encourage students to dress warmly to stay comfortable. All students will be allowed to dress in warm clothing, such as warm ups, hooded pullovers, scarves and other wintery attire.
Our schools will be warm, inviting, and ready to help students start the new semester on the right foot. šš¾ See you soon!
”Estamos ansiosos por darles la bienvenida nuevamente a nuestros estudiantes!
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Recordatorio: Las clases se reanudarƔn el miƩrcoles 8 de enero de 2025 para todos los estudiantes.
ā Como se pronostican temperaturas mĆ”s frĆas esta semana, alentamos a los estudiantes a que se abriguen bien para estar cómodos. Todos los estudiantes podrĆ”n vestirse con ropa abrigada, como abrigos, suĆ©teres con capucha, bufandas y otras prendas invernales.
Nuestras escuelas serĆ”n cĆ”lidas, acogedoras y estarĆ”n listas para ayudar a los estudiantes a comenzar el nuevo semestre con el pie derecho. šš¾ Ā”Nos vemos pronto!


January is School Board Recognition Month! ššš
As we kick off the new year, we extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to the Mercedes ISD Board of Trustees for their commitment to education and their service to our students, staff, and community. Your leadership plays a vital role in shaping the future of our schools and creating opportunities for success. šš¾ #MISDpride #MISDcommunity


Attention Tiger fans: Tickets are now available for the Area playoff game between the Mercedes Tigers and the Alamo Heights Mules! šš
All tickets are General Admission and sold ONLINE ONLY through Hometown Ticketing ā” corpuschristiisd.hometownticketing.com/embed/event/1803
š Ticket Pricing:
Presale adult - $8
Presale student - $4
Game Day (Starting at 5:00 p.m.) - $10
There will be NO tickets sold at the gate. A QR code will be provided for fans at the gate, and there will be helpers at the ticket booth windows to assist with ONLINE buying. Reminder: CCISD Stadiums follow a clear bag policy.
The game is set for Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. at Buccaneer Stadium (1 Battlin Buc Blvd., Corpus Christi). Mercedes will be the home team and gates open at 5:30 p.m. Go Tigers! š¾


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Mercedes ISD families: An Early Dismissal is scheduled for Friday, November 22, 2024 to mark the beginning of Thanksgiving Break.
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Familias de Mercedes ISD: Se ha programado una salida temprana para el viernes 22 de noviembre de 2024 para marcar el comienzo de las vacaciones de Acción de Gracias.


Mercedes ISD and Sharyland ISD will bring you the livestream of the upcoming UIL 5A Bi-District Football Playoff game at Tiger Stadium. šš Kick off is at 7 p.m. on Friday, November 15.
Don't miss a moment of the action! Watch the livestream here: https://www.youtube.com/live/7URMCCQbTXE


What an electric Friday night at Tiger Stadium! šš¾āØ Our Varsity Tigers played strong at their final home game of the season, and came away with a 48-21 victory against the Brownsville Pace Vikings! It was also a night to remember as we celebrated Senior Night with a special Senior Walk after the game honoring the Class of 2025. š A huge congratulations to all of our seniors and thank you to the Mercedes ISD families and community for your support!
Head Coach Roger Adame, Jr. said the Tigers appreciated everyone's support throughout the regular season. Our Tiger Varsity football team finished second in District 16-5A II and will host the Bi-District Playoff game against the Sharyland Rattlers this Friday, November 15, 2024 at Tiger Stadium. Kickoff is at 7 p.m.
šļø Season ticket holders can purchase their tickets Monday and Tuesday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., only in-person at the Field House. Tickets are $8 and must be purchased in person with a card. Cash will not be accepted.
All remaining tickets will be available to the general public starting Wednesday, November 13, 2024. Letās pack the stands and support our Tigers as they continue their playoff journey! š #MISDpride






Mark your calendars for a Community Health Fair focused on diabetes prevention, hosted by Unidos Contra la Diabetes, on Wednesday, November 13, from 9 a.m. ā 1 p.m. at the South Texas College Mid-Valley campus in Weslaco. This event will offer free health screenings, educational resources, fitness activities, and moreāall aimed at supporting the health and wellness of our community. #MISDcommunity #MISDhealthservices
Anote en su calendario la Feria de Salud Comunitaria centrada en la prevención de la diabetes, organizada por Unidos Contra la Diabetes, el miĆ©rcoles 13 de noviembre, de 9 a. m. a 1 p. m., en el campus Mid-Valley de South Texas College en Weslaco. Este evento ofrecerĆ” exĆ”menes de salud gratuitos, recursos educativos, actividades de acondicionamiento fĆsico y mĆ”s, todo con el objetivo de apoyar la salud y el bienestar de nuestra comunidad. #MISDcommunity #MISDhealthservices



š¢ FRIENDLY REMINDER: Mercedes ISD students will not have school on Friday, November 1, 2024 due to a Staff Professional Learning Day. Classes resume on Monday, November 4, 2024.
š¢ RECORDATORIO AMISTOSO: Los estudiantes de Mercedes ISD no tendrĆ”n clases el viernes 1 de noviembre de 2024 debido a un DĆa de aprendizaje profesional para el personal. Las clases se reanudarĆ”n el lunes 4 de noviembre de 2024.



Join the Conversation! š£ļø
The School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) committee would like to invite all parents and the Mercedes ISD community to attend the first SHAC meeting of the 2024-2025 school year. The initial discussion will focus on Child Nutrition Services.
For more details, check out the flyer below. Let's work together for a healthier school community. š¤ #MISDcommunity
Ā”Ćnase a la conversación! š£ļø
El comité del Consejo Asesor de Salud Escolar (SHAC) desea invitar a todos los padres y a la comunidad de Mercedes ISD a asistir a la primera reunión del SHAC del año escolar 2024-2025. La discusión inicial se centrarÔ en los servicios de nutrición infantil.
Para obtener mĆ”s detalles, consulte el folleto a continuación. Trabajemos juntos por una comunidad escolar mĆ”s saludable. š¤
