Cardinal Update
- FALL FOOD DRIVE: Students in grades 6-12 are invited to “fill the red bag” for the Fall 2024 Food Drive from Nov. 11-20, benefiting the First Melissa Christmas Angel Program and the Melissa Community Outreach Food Pantry. Each classroom will have a red reusable grocery bag, where students can donate non-perishable food items to support local families in need. For all the details, including a list of suggested donation items, view the graphic below.
- CTE DUAL CREDIT: There will be a CTE dual credit parent meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 12, at 6 p.m. in the Food Hall for current 10th graders and their parents who are interested in taking Dual Credit Welding, Auto Tech or HVAC next school year. Again, this is for current 10th grade students ONLY.
- MELISSA THEATRE: Tickets for “9 to 5: The Musical” are now on sale for performances that will run Nov. 12-16. Visit www.melissaisd.org/theatre to purchase tickets.
- GOLF STORE: Cardinal Golf has a clothing shop open until Nov. 18. If you’re looking for a polo, sweatshirt or hat, please click this link to shop. It is a great place to get your Cardinal gear for the holidays.
- SENIOR PORTRAITS: CADY Photography will return to campus on Nov. 20 for Senior Portraits. All seniors must be photographed by CADY to be featured in the yearbook. There is no sitting fee for the “Yearbook Only” option and no obligation to purchase. Click HERE to make an appointment. The final deadline to be photographed on campus or in studio is Jan. 18, 2025.
- SENIOR ADS: Parents/guardians who would like to place a tribute to their graduate in the 2025 Yearbook can design and purchase an ad online at yearbookordercenter.com. The deadline is Nov. 30. Click HERE for more info. Contact [email protected] with questions.
- DRIVER’S ED: The next Driver’s Ed class will begin Dec. 4. Sign-up in the front office. Also, Parkway Driving School is now providing driving tests. If you are interested in this option you can contact Coach Williams (phone # 214-668-3749).
- BUS RIDERS: All students who ride a bus to/from school must have a bus pass.
Upcoming Events
- Nov. 9 – VB Basketball vs Red Oak @ Dallas Carter HS – 5 p.m.
- Nov. 10 – Competition Cheer @ UCA Regionals
- Nov. 12 – Varsity Girls Golf @ Sherrill Park Golf Club, Richardson – 8 a.m.
- Nov. 12 – Boys Soccer Pre-Season Meeting – CC Lounge – 6 p.m.
- Nov. 12 – CTE Meeting for Welding, Auto Tech & HVAC – Food Hall – 6 p.m. – 10th grade ONLY
- Nov. 12 – JV & VG Basketball vs Lebanon Trail – 5 & 6:15 p.m.
- Nov. 12 – “9 to 5: The Musical” – MAC – 7 p.m.
- Nov. 12 – JV & VB Basketball vs Frisco Heritage – 6:15 & 7:30 p.m.
- Nov. 13 – MHS Signing Day – CC Lounge – 11:30 a.m.
- Nov. 14 – “9 to 5: The Musical” – MAC – 7 p.m.
- Nov. 15 – JV Boys Wrestling @ Arlington Invite – 8 a.m.
- Nov. 15 – VB Basketball vs The Colony @ The Colony Showcase – 2 p.m.
- Nov. 15-16 – Girls Wrestling @ Dallas Loos Athletic Complex
- Nov. 16 – Varsity Boys Wrestling @ Arlington Invite – 9 a.m.
- Nov. 16 – JVG Basketball @ Celina JV Tournament
- Nov. 16 – 9th & JVB Basketball @ The Colony Tournament
- Nov. 16 – VB Basketball vs Parish Episcopal @ The Colony Showcase – 3 p.m.
- Nov. 16 – “9 to 5: The Musical” – MAC – 2 & 7 p.m.
- Nov. 20 – Senior Portraits on campus – register @ CADY.com
- Nov. 20-23 – Texas Thespians Festival – Gaylord Texan
- Nov. 25-29 – Thanksgiving Break
- Nov. 30 – Yearbook Senior Ads Deadline
