Baseball & Softball ‘Meet the Cardinals’ Event | March 13
Join us for Meet the Cardinals Night on Friday, March 13, from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Melissa Z-Plex as we celebrate the Melissa High School Baseball and Softball teams. Enjoy games, concessions, spirit wear, and the chance for young fans to meet players and coaches, take photos, and collect autographs.
The Melissa Cardinals Baseball team’s games against Greenville will be played at Greenville on Friday, March 13. Due to the location change, the Baseball Meet the Cardinals event has been rescheduled for Friday, March 27. The Lady Cardinals Softball team will still hold its Meet the Cardinals Night this Friday as planned. We hope to see you there!
Fans are encouraged to stay after to cheer on our MHS Varsity Baseball and Softball teams at their home games later those nights. Students receive free admission with a paid parent or guardian. Purchase tickets at http://www.melissaisd.org/tickets. We hope to see the whole community come out for a fun night as we “Meet the Cardinals!”
Melissa ISD Adjusts School Times Beginning in 2026-2027
Melissa ISD will implement adjusted school start times beginning in the 2026-2027 school year as part of a long-term plan to support the district’s rapid enrollment growth, protect instructional time, and maintain reliable transportation for students. To see the new times and learn how this decision was made, visit the following link: www.melissaisd.org/schooltimes
Announcing MHS “Regency Ball” Junior/Senior Prom on April 11, 2026
The Melissa High School “Regency Ball” Junior/Senior Prom is scheduled for Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 7:00 – 11:00 p.m. at the Sheraton McKinney. Tickets are on sale from March 30 through April 9. All prom information, including ticket pricing, guest rules, and the formal dress code, can be found online at www.melissaisd.org/prom.
National Athletic Training Month
March is National Athletic Training Month! Melissa ISD is proud to recognize our dedicated athletic trainers and athletic training students for their hard work in keeping our student-athletes healthy and at their best. Thank you for all that you do!
Your Career Starts Here: Join Our Team!
Melissa ISD is hosting a Teacher & Staff Job Fair from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 26, 2026, for qualified applicants who are interested in working at Melissa Schools. The job fair will be held in the Auxiliary Gym at the Cardinal Renaissance Academy, located at 2950 Cardinal Dr., Melissa, TX. Stop by the job fair to meet our team and learn about our schools, departments, programs, and culture. Find more information about the district, and review our current job openings at http://www.melissaisd.org/careers.
Staff Development March 13 | Spring Break March 16-20
As a reminder, Friday, March 13, will be a Staff Development Day, and there will be no school for students. Melissa ISD will then be closed for Spring Break, March 16-20. We look forward to welcoming our students back on Monday, March 23.
Melissa Booster Club 22nd Annual Melissa Open Golf Tournament | April 25
Attention Cardinal Fans: The Melissa Booster Club is inviting the community to support your Melissa ISD Fine Arts and Athletic programs by participating in the 22nd Annual Melissa Open Golf Tournament. Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 25, from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at the Top Golf in Allen.
Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or just in it for the fun, this event is a great way to connect with fellow community members while making a meaningful impact. Sponsorships and team entries directly support our students, coaches, and directors across Melissa ISD. We hope you’ll join us for a morning of friendly competition, community, and Cardinal pride! Visit http://www.melissaboosterclub.org for more information.
MHS Ruby Belles Drill Team Tryout Information
Melissa High School Ruby Belles Drill Team Tryouts for the 2026-2027 school year are scheduled for March 23-27, 2026! Tryouts are open to students entering grades 9-12th grades who are interested in trying out for the MHS Ruby Belles. Students who would like to try out are highly encouraged to attend one of the Prep Clinic and Tryout Meetings with their parent or guardian. For more detailed information about Ruby Belles Tryouts, please visit www.melissaisd.org/dance.
