March 4, 2021
A collaboration of city government, McAllen ISD and a local technology company has benefitted McAllen families and led to a national award.
The 2020 Connectivity Hero of the ...
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March 3, 2021
Thought Exchange - What are some important questions that McAllen ISD should answer regarding the 2021-22 academic school year?
Thank you for making this conversation a prior...
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March 2, 2021
On Tuesday, March 2, 2021, Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued an Executive Order regarding safety protocols for Covid-19. It allows school districts to continue providing an enviro...
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March 2, 2021
Free COVID-19 testing is set for this week (March 1-5) at McAllen ISD's Fossum Middle School (7800 N. Ware Rd.). The Testing will be from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. each day.
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March 1, 2021
Please click this link to attend the Mental Health Awareness Fair presented by the Family Treatment Program March 1st - 4th. https://5il.co/q473
Mental Health Fair
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March 1, 2021
Congratulations to McAllen High's Natalie Carmona who earned first place in the High School Division at the 2021 FESTIBA Vocal Competition Saturday, Feb. 27. She competed against...
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We have a caring, generous staff! McAllen ISD earns United Way of S. TX. award for 3rd straight year
February 25, 2021
McAllen ISD has earned the Golden Apple Award from the United Way of South Texas for the third straight year. The award, which recognizes the school district which provided the la...
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February 18, 2021
McAllen ISD Superintendent Dr. J.A. Gonzalez was recognized by the American Association of School Administrators during its national convention, held virtually on February 18.
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February 17, 2021
Dear McAllen ISD Families:
We sincerely hope you are staying warm and safe this week. Please know that each and every one of you is in our hearts as we navigate this week....
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February 16, 2021
Tuesday, February 16, 2021
ALERT: The District is receiving reports that there is a high probability power outages will continue throughout the night and tomorrow (Wednesday, F...
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February 15, 2021
Monday, February 15, 2021 ALERT: Freezing temperature forecasts for tonight and early Tuesday morning are expected to significantly increase the demand for electricity which could...
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February 14, 2021
Saturday, February 13, 2021
ALERT: Due to inclement weather forecasts and out of an abundance of caution, McAllen ISD will be providing 100% remote instruction on Monday, Feb...
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February 12, 2021
The six-time state champion McAllen High Mariachi Oro will have center stage as the only group selected to perform for a statewide event.
Their virtual performance will p...
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February 11, 2021
Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Education Agency announced today, Thursday, Feb. 11, the nomination of 26 Texas public schools as 2021 National Blue Ribbon Schools.
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February 5, 2021
Free COVID-19 testing clinics are set for Wednesday, Feb. 10 and Thursday, Feb. 11. Each will be from 9 am to 1 pm at Lamar Academy (1009 N. 10th St.).
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February 5, 2021
McAllen ISD is now offering new opportunities for high school students who want to take a deep dive into history, ethnicity and culture. The ethnic studies courses, Mexica...
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February 5, 2021
Congratulations to Manaali Lambat from Gonzalez Elementary. She won the annual McAllen ISD Spelling Bee held virtually on February 5, 2021. Lambat, along with 1st Alternate Jie...
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February 3, 2021
Four McAllen ISD middle school students earned First Chair following virtual auditions for the Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) Region XV Middle School Region Band.
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