National Bullying Prevention Month
National Bullying Prevention Month highlights the importance of raising awareness and taking meaningful action to combat bullying. At Melissa ISD, we are dedicated to maintaining a safe, supportive environment for all students, staff, and families. We teach our students, “If you see something, say something,” because everyone plays a role in keeping our schools secure. For more resources about how you can help your child, view the links below from Children’s Health:
Take control of bullying and build self-esteem and How to prevent cyberbullying.
Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Month
October is Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Month, as established by Texas Government Code, §662.116, to raise awareness about the dangers of fentanyl and the risk of accidental poisoning. In support of this initiative, we are focusing on educating our students and families about the threat posed by fentanyl-laced drugs, which are often undetectable without testing. Through the “One Pill Kills” campaign and other prevention efforts, we aim to empower our community with the knowledge to recognize, prevent, and reverse fentanyl poisonings.
School Custodian Appreciation Day
Melissa ISD proudly recognizes our hardworking custodial team on School Custodian Appreciation Day. We are thankful for their daily commitment to keeping our campuses clean, safe, and welcoming for students and staff. Thank you for all that you do!
State Fair of Texas Discount for 9th-12th Graders
Howdy Folks! It’s that time of year for the State Fair of Texas. You may have heard that the State Fair is no longer giving out free tickets for students in grades 9-12. However, Big Tex doesn’t want you to miss the fun! To purchase discounted 9th-12th grade student tickets: Tickets must be purchased online at BIGTEX.COM/5HS, and students must use promo code: 2025EDU to receive the discounted tickets.
Ruby Belles
The Melissa High School Ruby Belles invite students in grades K-11 to join the Ruby Belles Dance Clinic on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at East Cardinal Middle School. Students in grades K-5 will spend the morning dancing with the Ruby Belles, while grades 6-11 will focus on Audition Prep skills.
The cost is $50 per camper, which includes a Ruby Belles Dance Clinic shirt and a snack. All participants will be invited to perform pre-game at the varsity home football game on Friday, October 24. To register, visit www.melissaisd.org/dance.
Wall of Honor
Nominations for the 2025–2026 Wall of Honor will be accepted from Sept. 22 through Oct. 8, 2025. The Wall of Honor celebrates former students, staff, and community members who have made a lasting, positive impact on the district and/or the community. This ongoing initiative recognizes compassionate, high-achieving individuals whose legacy reflects the Melissa ISD core values of integrity, loyalty, honesty, humility, and hope. To learn more or submit a nomination, visit http://www.melissaisd.org/wallofhonor.
Melissa Booster Club General Meeting
Cardinal Families! We hope to see you at the Melissa Booster Club General Meeting on Oct. 6 at 7PM at the Melissa Championship Center. For more details, check out www.melissaboosterclub.org and see the information below.
Athletics, Fine Arts, Academics
- Tonight: Volleyball @ HOME 5 p.m. // Varsity Football @ HOME 7 p.m. (Middle School Night, Mini Cheer)
- Saturday, Oct. 04: McKinney Marching Showcase // Speech & Debate Cardinal Autumn Classic
Counselor’s Corner
Looking Ahead
Athletics, Fine Arts, Academics
- Monday, Oct. 6: Girls Basketball Parent Meeting 6 p.m. @ Champion Center // Booster Club Meeting in Film Room @ 7 p.m.
- Tuesday, Oct. 7: XC UIL District Meet @ Myers Park 6 a.m. // Volleyball @ Greenville HS 5 p.m.
- Wednesday, Oct. 8: PSAT 10th & 11th
- Thursday, Oct. 9: Letter Jacket Fittings @ MAC during Mega Lunch
- Friday, Oct. 10: Varsity Boys Golf @ Tanglewood 8 a.m. // Volleyball @ Sherman HS 5 p.m.
- Saturday, Oct. 11: Celina Marching Invitational and North Texas BOA Regional @ Prosper
Kristal Kebodeaux • Oct 3, 2025 at 6:39 pm
You missed the soccer game for JV & Varsity vs. Sherman on Tuesday – 10/7 @6pm at the Middle School