McAllen Independent School District - Excellence in Education

🎓✨ Congratulations to McAllen ISD senior Leslie Cortez on earning a prestigious QuestBridge Scholarship to the University of Notre Dame. Leslie is part of Lamar Academy’s International Baccalaureate Programme, with Memorial High School as her home campus, and is one of three MISD students to receive this honor for the 2025–26 school year. With the guidance of our dedicated counselors, McAllen ISD students are reaching their college dreams! 👏
https://youtu.be/33Zt_cJeUoU

🎓✨ Congratulations to McAllen ISD senior Howard Lee on earning a prestigious QuestBridge Scholarship to the University of Notre Dame. A student at the UTRGV McAllen ISD Collegiate Academy with Memorial High School as his home campus, Howard is one of three MISD students to receive this honor for the 2025–26 school year. With support from our dedicated counselors, McAllen ISD students are finding their paths to success! 👏 https://youtu.be/N5df2JMG2R8

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Registration AND transfers are OPEN for the 2026-2027 school year. Take a minute and check this off your list today! Call 956-687-6473 for assistance. www.mcallenisd.org/page/enroll-with-mcallen-isd

Transfer application and registration for the 2026-2027 school year is open! Visit www.mcallenisd.org/page/enroll-with-mcallen-isd or contact the Student Outreach Team at 956-687-6473 for assistance!

Next Friday is early release as we head into Winter Break! ❄️Let’s finish strong—attendance still matters all the way to the last day.

For more information on attendance, visit www.mcallenisd.org/page/attendance

Thank you to all the incredible students who participated in our District Science & Engineering Fair! 🌟 Congratulations to all of our 1st place winners. Our Grand Champion is James Peisen from Cathey MS! 👏
We also congratulate our honorable mentions, Mia Lopez from Cathey MS and Matthew Tan from Morris MS.
Your hard work, creativity, and curiosity continue to inspire us! 🔬

McAllen ISD’s Special Education Department received the UTRGV Community Partners Recognition Award from the College of Health Professions! We are honored to be recognized for our ongoing collaboration and partnership, which was also highlighted in UTRGV’s Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement. Together, we are creating meaningful opportunities for our students and community.

Congratulations to our campuses honored with the 2025 CREST Counseling Award! 🌟The Texas School Counselor Association has named them Texas Model Programs, and we couldn’t be prouder. Our McAllen ISD counselors are truly ALL IN!

Today we celebrate National Special Education Day! We are grateful for our incredible students, dedicated teachers, support staff, and families who work together to ensure every learner thrives. Thank you McAllen ISD Special Education Department for your commitment, passion, and the difference you make every day.

Happy Thanksgiving! Today we celebrate the gratitude we feel for the entire McAllen ISD community. Thank you for all you do.

The Families, Food, and Gratitude Enrichment Activities and Meals scheduled for Fall Break have been cancelled. We encourage any families needing support with food, clothing, or other accommodations as we approach Thanksgiving Break to please reach out to their campus social worker this week. Our team is here to help ensure all students and families are cared for during the holiday season.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Happy National Parental Involvement Day! 🎉
At McAllen ISD, we know that when families are engaged, students thrive. Thank you to all our parents and guardians for your partnership, support, and dedication to student success!

📣 We have just 1 week left of school! 🍂
Friday will be early release, and then we’ll enjoy Thanksgiving Break all next week!
Let’s finish strong, McAllen ISD!

💛 Happy World Kindness Day! 💛
At McAllen ISD, we believe that even the smallest act of kindness can make a big difference. Let’s continue to spread positivity, compassion, and kindness—today and every day! 🌎

McAllen ISD Board Workshop is today at 5:30 PM. Join us live on our YouTube channel or join us at the Dr. Ricardo Chapa Board Room at Administration.
🔗https://youtube.com/live/DNiWWZRmd0U
🗒 https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/1045

McAllen ISD appreciates our incredible substitutes! Join us for a special appreciation event featuring sub sandwiches, wellness screenings, door prizes, student performances, and so much more! We can’t wait to celebrate YOU!

Happy Veterans Day from McAllen ISD! Today, we honor and thank all who have served and continue to serve our country. Your bravery and dedication inspire us all. ❤️💙

💛 McAllen ISD is ALL IN for our Families and Community! 💛We’re here to support our students and families every step of the way.
Find helpful resources, programs, and information for parents and our community on our website.
📲 Visit www.mcallenisd.org/page/parent-resources
For more information, please contact your campus Social Worker or Counselor.

💛 Happy National School Psychology Week to our amazing McAllen ISD psychologists! 💛
Thank you for the care, guidance, and support you provide to help our students grow, learn, and thrive every day.