Just So You Know

In Melissa ISD, our deep roots and unwavering commitment to our core values—integrity, loyalty, honesty, humility, and hope—define who we are. Discover the heart of The Cardinal Way in this week's installment of Cardinal Conversations: Integrity.

1/11 - 1/12 - Girls Soccer @ Denison Tournament

1/11 - 1/13 - Boys Soccer @ Celina Tournament

1/12 - Varsity Boys Basketball @ McKinney North | 7:00 p.m.

1/12 - Varsity Girls Basketball @ McKinney North | 5:45 p.m.

1/12 - 1/13 - Debate & Academic UIL @ Princeton

1/13 - Boys Wrestling @ Anna

1/13 - Girls Wrestling @ Anna

1/15 - MLK Day | No School

1/22 - Teacher Work Day | No School

1/25 - 1/26 - Bullets Over Broadway | 7:00 p.m. @ Melissa Arts Center

1/27 - Bullets Over Broadway | 2:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. @ Melissa Arts Center

January Awareness:

School Board Recognition Month

The Melissa ISD academic calendar for the 2024-2025 school year, as recommended by the District Site-Based Decision Committee, has been approved by the Melissa Schools Board of Trustees.

To view the 2024-2025 school calendar, visit www.melissaisd.org/calendar. The calendar can also be accessed throughout the year in the navigation menu under “Calendars & Events” on each school website, and in the "Documents" section of the Melissa ISD app.

Melissa ISD Principals prepared baskets to recognize each School Board Member during School Board Recognition Month.

Melissa ISD recognizes our amazing Melissa ISD Officers and all those who serve as we celebrate National Law Enforcement day!

The Melissa High School Boys Basketball program invites all students in grades K-5th to join the MLK Future Cards Basketball Camp on Monday, Jan. 15, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Melissa High School Gym. Campers will receive basketball training, a team poster to be signed by players, and an MLK Future Cards Camp shirt. Additionally, campers wearing their shirt to the Varsity Boys Basketball home game on Tuesday, Jan. 23, at 7pm will be recognized at halftime. The cost is $35 per camper. Registration is online only and open until Sunday, Jan. 14. For more information and to register, click the link below.

MHS Theatre presents "Bullets Over Broadway" from January 25-27, 2024, at Melissa Arts Center. Join us for evening shows on Jan. 25-26 at 7 p.m. and two performances on Jan. 27 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Perfect for ages 12 and up! The MHS Jazz Band will be serving as the musical’s orchestra to bring the spirit on 1920s jazz to life. Don't miss this spectacular production! Click the button below to purchase tickets at $10 each. To learn more about this performance, please visit https://www.melissaisd.org/o/mhs/article/1405030.

Congratulations to Melissa High School Girls Basketball Coach, Katie Stinton, for reaching a remarkable milestone of 300 career wins with a Lady Cardinal victory against the Denison Yellow Jackets on Friday, Jan. 5, 2024. The Lady Cardinals are off to a strong start, leading 4-0 in District 13-5A and 17-7 on the season. They head to McKinney North to take on the Bulldogs at 5:45 p.m. on Jan. 12, 2024. To read more, visit https://www.melissaisd.org/article/1402200.

This week, elementary and secondary teachers engaged in dynamic professional development centered around science education. Their learning included hands-on experiences and lessons grounded in phenomena. Committed to continuous growth, these teachers were able to bring their learning back to their campuses to share with fellow educators and enhance students' learning experiences.

Buy your Melissa Education Foundation Mardi Gras Melissa tickets today! The event is Saturday, February 17th, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Cotton Mill, 610 Elm Street, McKinney, and features a Texas theme, dinner, live music, and dozens of fabulous auction items. Put on your boots and beads, gather your friends, and buy your Mardi Gras Melissa 2024 tickets today! Ticket sales close January 26th .

Proceeds of this annual event fund scholarships for graduating seniors and Melissa ISD teacher grants. Event sponsorships are also available. For information on tickets and sponsorships, visit https://melissaeducationfoundation.com/gala.

Sit With Us is a monthly discussion group to address concerns, ask questions and determine ways to collectively work toward solutions with your child’s campus administration. The philosophy of Sit With Us is that Melissa parents are Cardinal Champions who see the best for not only their students but for all students. If it matters to one Cardinal, it matters to all Cardinals.

Be sure to check out your child’s school calendar for upcoming meetings and come "Sit With Us."

To learn more about "Sit With Us", click HERE and you can view the Parent Profile developed by Sit With Us participants and modeled after the District Profile.