Melissa Ridge Education Center

Can you believe it? The end of the school year is here, and what a fantastic year it has been! Our little Cardinals have grown in so many ways, academically, socially, and emotionally, and we couldn’t be more proud of them.

We’re excited to wrap up the year with special classroom celebrations! Our students have been working so hard on something meaningful and sweet just for YOU. Trust us, you won’t want to miss it!

Event Details:

• 1/2 Day ECSE Classes: Thursday, May 22nd

• Full Day ECSE/Pre-K Classes: Friday, May 23rd

Important Reminders:

• Please RSVP so we can plan accordingly.

• Remember 2 Adults per student.

• Check ClassDojo regularly for the most up-to-date information.

• Please READ ALL announcements carefully to ensure you're prepared for the big day.

This year has been filled with joy, learning, laughter, and love. I am going to miss all of my little Cardinals so much, but I know they are ready to soar into Kindergarten with confidence and big smiles.

Thank you for your partnership, support, and trust this year. It has truly been an honor to grow alongside your children and be part of their learning journey.

Kindergarten, here they come!!

Best wishes!

Kimberly Cole

Principal

We're so excited to celebrate the end of the school year with our ABC countdown! Your child has put in so much effort learning their letters and sounds, and we can’t wait to see them show off all their hard work. We've planned some fun days to commemorate this year's achievements. Let’s make some wonderful memories together!

Reminder: For Melissa High School only, the last day of school is Thursday, May 22, with early release and the Class of 2025 Graduation Commencement that evening. For all other campuses, the last day of school is Friday, May 23, with early release. Have a blast during the last week of school, Cardinals!

Get ready for a star-spangled celebration like no other! Join the City of Melissa on Friday, June 27 for Sparks & Spangles, their annual 4th of July event filled with food, kids’ activities, and a dazzling fireworks finale. This celebration will be at our very on Coach Kenny Deel stadium! For more details and to save the date, visit their Facebook event page at the following link: www.facebook.com/share/16NaQWavte

Performance Course will be partnering with Melissa ISD again to host Strength and Conditioning Courses that will be taking place at Melissa High School soon! This program was developed by Performance Course to offer to 3rd-12th grade athletes the opportunity to develop both physically and mentally. The classes take place 4 days a week (M-Th) and will begin June 9th for all athletes. For more information & to sign up, visit the following link: https://www.performancecourse.com/school-district/melissa-isd

Thank You, Melissa ISD Voters!

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!

The Academy After School Program is exploring the possibility of offering an engaging, activity-packed Summer Camp for kids entering Kindergarten through 6th grade for the 2025–2026 school year.

This camp is designed to keep kids active, learning, and having nonstop fun all summer long! Each week will feature exciting themes, hands-on activities, creative projects, and both onsite and offsite field trips that kids will love. Plus, it’s all in a safe, structured, and enriching environment you can feel great about.

Find more details at: http://www.melissaisd.org/academy.

Interested? We Need to Know!
To help us determine if there is enough interest to launch this program, please complete the Summer Camp Interest Form** by Wednesday, May 14**. A minimum number of students is required for the camp to move forward. Please complete a separate interest form for each child you wish to attend camp.

Paraprofessional Appreciation Day | May 14

On May 14, Melissa ISD is celebrating Paraprofessional Appreciation Day and recognizing the incredible support staff who make a difference every day at Melissa ISD. Our paraprofessionals help students grow, support teachers, and contribute to the positive campus environment. Thank you for the many ways you serve our schools and for the heart you bring to the Cardinal Way.

Registration is now open for our Summer 2025 Cardinal Camps! Melissa ISD is offering a variety of youth camps this summer in athletics, academics, and fine arts. To learn more and register your camper, visit www.melissaisd.org/camps.

The Melissa ISD academic calendar for the 2025-2026 school year, as recommended by the District Site-Based Decision Committee, has been approved by the Board of Trustees. To access the school calendar, visit www.melissaisd.org/calendar.

Our new Community News Folder is designed to help local businesses and organizations share family-friendly programs, fundraisers, events, and activities with the community. The folder is updated regularly, so don't forget to check back often. This week, you'll find details on exciting events like performances of The Nutcracker, Selfies with Santa, and the Santa's Helpers 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run. If you'd like to feature your business or organization's events in the Community News Folder, please visit our Community Connections webpage for more information.

Stay informed about what's going on at our campuses and upcoming events by following us on social media. Melissa ISD can be found on Facebook and Instagram, and each campus has its own Facebook page. Melissa High School also has a dedicated Instagram account. Don't miss out—follow us today.