Staff Development Day | Oct. 20 | No School

There will be no school for students on Monday, October 20, 2025, as it is a Staff Development Day. We look forward to welcoming our Cardinals back to school on Tuesday, October 21!

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.

Learn More About Your School and District Accountability Ratings

The 2024-2025 school ratings for Melissa ISD and all our campuses are now available at TXschools.gov. This website provides easy access to information to help you understand how your child’s school is performing. You can also find helpful resources explaining what the school ratings mean on the Texas Education Agency (TEA) website.

Parental Consent Required: Prevention Education for Student Safety

All Melissa ISD students, in accordance with state legislation, are required to have parental consent on file with the school to participate in prevention education (Grades PreK-12) during the 2025-2026 school year. The notice linked below includes detailed information about this requirement and a link to a parental consent form that must be completed for each student in the household by 5 p.m. on Friday, October 31, 2025.

Read the Notice in English | Lea el aviso en español

Melissa High School Hosts Community Trunk or Treat Oct. 25

You’re invited! Join us for a spook-tacular evening at the annual Melissa High School Community Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 25, 2025, in the MHS parking lot. The fun kicks off at 3:00 p.m. and wraps up at 5:00 p.m. MHS athletic teams, clubs, and organizations will participate by decorating their trunks, handing out candy, and hosting mini-games for the kids. This event not only brings our community together but also gives our students a chance to give back to the community that supports them. In case of bad weather, the event will be relocated to the Melissa High School gym.

Melissa Madness Basketball Community Event Oct. 29

The Melissa Cardinal boys and girls basketball teams will kick off the 2025-2026 season on Wednesday, October 29, with Melissa Madness! Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. in the Melissa High School Gym. Melissa Madness is a chance for young Cardinals to meet-and-greet players and will feature a live DJ, games and prizes, a performance from the Melissa Cardinal Cheerleaders and the Ruby Belles, and a scrimmage from both basketball teams. Admission is free. It’s a night of hoops, music, and family fun, perfect for Cardinals of all ages. Bring your friends, cheer loud, and get ready to start the season with a bang. Go Cardinals!

Athletics, Fine Arts, Academics Events

• TODAY: End of Grading Cycle // Volleyball @ Denison 5 p.m. // Varsity Football @ Independence 7 p.m. // Ernest and the Pale Moon Performance @ MAC 7:30 p.m.
• Saturday, Oct. 18: Regional Band Competition @ CKD // Ernest and the Pale Moon Performance @ MAC 7:30 p.m.

Counselor’s Corner

Looking Ahead

Athletics, Fine Arts, Academics

• Monday, Oct. 20: No school, Staff Development Day // XC Regional Meet @ Harold Patterson Sports Center 9 a.m.
• Tuesday, Oct. 21: Volleyball @ HOME 5 p.m. (Pink Out)
• Wednesday, Oct. 22: SAT School Day
• Thursday, Oct. 23: 9th Football @ HOME 5:30 p.m. // JV Black Football @ Emerson 5:30 p.m.
• Friday, Oct. 24: Volleyball @ McKinney North 5 p.m. // Varsity Football @ HOME 7 p.m. (Choir & Mini Dance)
• Saturday, Oct. 25: Trunk or Treat @ Parking Lot 3-5 p.m.