The Monthly Bulldog Roar

Dear Families,

I hope everyone had a fantastic Spring Break and took the opportunity to create lasting memories with your children. As we return to our regular routines, I want to remind you that next Friday, April 4, 2025, marks the end of the 5th six-week grading period. It’s incredible to think that we are nearing the final stretch of the 2024-2025 school year!

Our teachers have been working diligently to ensure that every student receives the support and guidance they need to succeed. If you have any questions or concerns about your child's academic progress going into the last grading period, please do not hesitate to reach out to their teachers. We strongly believe that a collaborative approach between families and staff is key to helping students reach their full potential.

Don't forget Monday, March 31, 2025 is SPRING PICTURE DAY!

Thank you for your continued support, and let’s finish the school year strong!

STAAR testing is right around the corner, and we want to make sure our students feel confident and prepared. Please ensure they have a good night’s sleep, a healthy breakfast, and lots of encouragement to help them do their best. We know they’ve been working hard, and now it’s their time to shine!

Wednesday, April 9 - 3-8 RLA, English I and English II

Wednesday, April 16 - 5 and 8 Science, Biology

Thursday, April 17 - 8 Social Studies

Wednesday, April 23 - 5,7,and 8 Math, Algebra I, US History

Wednesday, April 30 - 3, 4, and 6 Math

We have scheduled dates for Saturday attendance recovery to help students meet state requirements. According to Texas law, students must be present for at least 90% of the school days to receive credit for their courses.

Additionally, these Saturday school dates will be available for seniors who have not yet completed their College Bridge course to fulfill their College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) certification.

Congratulations to Adalinda Ricardez, McDade Secondary School’s Student of the Month! She is a dedicated student who consistently works hard in her academics and goes above and beyond as an office aide in the front office. Her positive attitude and bright smile make her a wonderful representation of what it means to be an outstanding student at McDade.

Great job, Adalinda, we are so proud of you!

March 31-HS District Track Meet Holland

April 2 Athletics Booster Meeting

April 3 FFA Booster Meeting

April 3 Jr. High District Track Meet-Throndale

April 4- End of 5th 6 weeks

April 7- Staff Development-No School for Students

April 7-10- Color Guard Auditions

April 8- PTI Meeting

April 15- 18-Band Leadership Camp/Auditions

April 15-School Board Meeting

April 18- School Holiday

April 21- School Holiday

May 1- FFA Booster Meeting

May 3- Band Banquet

May 5- Staff development

May 10- Prom (Juniors and Seniors)

A huge shoutout to the Golf Team for giving it their all at Monday’s tournament! Special congratulations to Grace Parkhill for placing 1st overall and to the Girls’ team for advancing to Regionals—what an incredible achievement!

Great job to all MS/HS track athletes who competed at Fayetteville! Your hard work and dedication are truly inspiring.
🏅 Uribel Gonzales – 1st in Discus & 2nd in Shot Put
🏅 Angel Perez – 2nd in 200m & 3rd in 400m

A big congratulations to Sheila Lopez for earning the TASBO scholarship and excelling in the panel interviews. We are so proud of you!

Lastly, a huge round of applause to all our FFA participants for their dedication and hard work. Your efforts do not go unnoticed!

Keep up the amazing work, everyone! 🎉