Protocol and Communication for Weather Updates

McAllen ISD understands that the decision to open or close schools during bad weather has a significant impact on families.

We also recognize that students benefit academically and socially from being in school. However, as always, the safety of our students remains our top priority.

Official Communication

The official decision as to whether classes will be held will be made by the superintendent. When buses are cancelled or schools are closed, McAllen ISD will inform families by the following forms of communications:

  1. Social Media

  2. District Website: www.mcallenisd.org

  3. Automated text and email to parents and employees

    • Make sure all contact information is accurate in Skyward to receive notifications. If you have previously opted out of messaging, you can opt back in by texting START to 98900.

Recent Weather Communications

Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 9:12 pm

After careful consideration and information from the National Weather Service (NWS) regarding the inclement weather, we are cancelling classes on Friday, March 28, 2025, for the safety and well being of everyone. Stay safe.

Tras una cuidadosa consideración y la información del National Weather Service (NWS) sobre el mal tiempo, cancelaremos las clases el viernes 28 de marzo de 2025 para la seguridad y el bienestar de todos. Cuídense.

Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 7:50 pm

Update as of 7:50 PM: All students have been safely returned home. We sincerely thank our staff, transportation personnel, and parents for their patience and support. Information regarding tomorrow’s school day will be shared within the next hour. Please stay tuned for further updates.

Actualización a las 7:50 pm: Todos los estudiantes han regresado sanos y salvos a casa. Agradecemos sinceramente a nuestro personal, personal de transporte y padres por su paciencia y apoyo. Compartiremos información sobre la jornada escolar de mañana en la próxima hora. Manténganse al tanto para más actualizaciones.

Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 3:46 pm

UPDATE: Elementary student release will begin at 3:45 pm, middle school students at 4 pm and high school students at 4:15 pm. School buses may run slower than usual due to weather conditions. All after school activities have been cancelled. Thank you for your understanding and support. 

ACTUALIZACIÓN: La salida de los estudiantes de primaria comenzará a las 3:45pm, la de secundaria a las 4:00pm y la de preparatoria a las 4:15pm. Los autobuses escolares podrían circular más lento de lo habitual debido al mal tiempo. Se han cancelado todas las actividades extraescolares. Gracias por su comprensión y apoyo.

Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 3:14 pm

UPDATE: Hail is coming down in McAllen. We ask that parents refrain from picking up their child until further notice. A Tornado Warning is in effect. Children will be kept safe inside their campus until it is safe to release them.

ACTUALIZACIÓN: Cae granizo en McAllen. Pedimos a los padres que se abstengan de recoger a sus hijos hasta nuevo aviso. Hay una alerta de tornado vigente. Los niños permanecerán seguros en el campus hasta que sea seguro liberarlos.

Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 2:40 pm

Good afternoon,

McAllen ISD is taking precautionary steps to ensure student and staff safety in the inclement weather. Students are being brought in from outdoor activities and we have issued a Shelter in Place across each campus. Buses may be running a bit slower during dismissal time this afternoon. The district will continue to monitor the weather and will provide updates. All afterschool activities have been cancelled. Thank you for your understanding and support.    

Buenas tardes,

El Distrito Escolar Independiente de McAllen está tomando medidas de precaución para garantizar la seguridad de los estudiantes y el personal durante el mal tiempo. Se está trayendo a los estudiantes de sus actividades al aire libre y se ha emitido una orden de confinamiento en cada campus. Los autobuses podrían circular un poco más lento durante la hora de salida esta tarde. El distrito continuará monitoreando el clima y les informará sobre las novedades. Se han cancelado todas las actividades extraescolares. Gracias por su comprensión y apoyo.