Just So You Know

9/13 - Varsity Volleyball @ Greenville | 5:00 p.m.

9/13 - Varsity Football vs. Frisco Memorial | Coach Kenny Deel Stadium | 7:30 p.m.

9/14 - MHS Cross Country @ Lovejoy XC Fall Festival | 7:15 a.m.

9/17 - MHS Tennis vs Lovejoy | Z-Plex | 4:00 p.m.

9/17 - Varsity Volleyball @ Sherman | 6:00 p.m.

9/19 - Varsity Football vs Frisco Liberty | Toyota Stadium | 7:00 p.m.

9/20 - Varsity Volleyball vs. Anna | Melissa High School | 5:00 p.m.

9/21 - Salute to Broadway: Troll Crossing | Melissa Middle School Cafeteria | 7:00 p.m.

Join us tonight for Senior Night at Coach Kenny Deel Stadium as we recognize our senior participants in band, color guard, golf, tennis, and swimming prior to the varsity football game versus Frisco Memorial! Senior recognitions will begin at 7 p.m. followed by kickoff at 7:30 p.m. Tickets must be purchased online at www.melissaisd.org/tickets.

Melissa High School is proud to announce and celebrate the remarkable achievements of 31 exceptional students who were awarded National Recognition from the College Board. These students earned this academic honor through their outstanding academic achievements, maintaining a GPA of 3.5 or higher, and demonstrating exceptional performance on the PSAT/NMSQT. To read more, visit www.melissaisd.org/article/1763533.

Nominations for the 2024-2025 Wall of Honor will open on Sept. 20 and close on Oct. 1. The Wall of Honor recognizes former students and staff, along with community members who have positively and significantly impacted the district and the community. This ongoing initiative distinguishes altruistic, high achieving individuals with a significant history. Melissa ISD will celebrate this year’s honoree at varsity football game on Nov. 1. To learn more and submit a nomination, visit www.melissaisd.org/wallofhonor.

The Melissa Middle School Theatre presents the ninth annual Salute to Broadway, performing “Troll Crossing,” on Saturday, Sept. 21 at 7 p.m. The performance will take place at the MMS cafeteria. Join us for an evening of entertainment showcasing the talents of our Cardinals. Tickets are available for $5 per person at www.melissaisd.org/mms-theatre.

Come cheer on our Cardinal athletic teams and show them your support! All our teams have had a tremendous start to their seasons, showcasing the strength and dedication of our student-athletes. Pack the stands with Cardinal spirit and have some fun with these game-day dress-up themes for both varsity volleyball and football.

Melissa ISD parents and guardians should have received two emails from Melissa ISD on Friday, Sept. 6 with information about parental consent requirements regarding a) prevention education for student safety, b) teens general wellness screening, and c) library book checkout. To learn more and complete the forms, visit www.melissaisd.org/article/1750129

LAST CHANCE! Support the Melissa Cardinal Cheerleading squad by clicking the button below to vote for them as the Best Cheerleading Squad in Texas! Voting is mostly unlimited and the first round is open until September 15. Let's cheer on the ones who cheer for us!

Vote Here: texashsfootball.com/2024-fan-vote-poll-best-cheer-squad/

Support the Melissa Cardinal Band by clicking the button below to vote for them as the Best Band in Texas! Voting is mostly unlimited and the first round is open until September 20. Help us hit the right note by casting your vote!

Vote Here: texashsfootball.com/2024-fan-vote-poll-best-band/

Why "Sit With Us"?
Sit With Us meetings provide parents/guardians with an opportunity to come together and discuss ideas, concerns, and potential solutions regarding matters at Melissa Schools. 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.

Get Involved

Those who are interested in joining Sit With Us are encouraged to attend the next meeting scheduled at their student's school. For more information, visit www.melissaisd.org/sitwithus

• HME - Thursday, September 26 at 9 a.m.
• SGC - Thursday, September 19 at 9 a.m.
• MMS - Tuesday, September 17 at 9 a.m.
• MHS - Monday, September 23 @ 5:30 p.m. in the MHS Food Hall